Which island should I pick? A Hawai’i quick guide.
When it comes to picking which island to vacation on in Hawaii, there is no wrong answer! Each has it’s own unique style and activities - so how do you pick? Check out our quick guide below to get you started.
Kaua’i
Known as: The Garden Isle
Best for: Adventure seekers & nature lovers
Top 3 Things to Do:
Take a hike in Waimea Canyon National Park - the Grand Canyon of the Pacific.
With much of the island inaccessible by roads, a private helicopter ride is the best way to see the landscape. Opt for doors off for crystal clear viewing!
Take a catamaran ride to view the stunning cliffs along the Napali Coast. Cruises with a stop for snorkeling or sunset cruising are both great options.
Where to stay:
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Telos Travel Booking Benefits:
Daily breakfast for 2
$100 Resort Credit
Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Complimentary Wi-Fi
K’oa Kea Resort on Po’ipu Beach Renovated in 2022!
O’ahu
Known as: The Heart of Hawaii
Best for: First-time visitors & surfers
Top 3 Things to Do:
Visit the historic Pearl Harbor and get a glimpse of the USS Arizona.
Take a surfing lesson on Waikiki Beach.
Go an ATV adventure at Kuala Ranch - perfect for Jurassic Park lovers!
Where to stay:
Telos Travel Booking Benefits:
Daily breakfast for 2
$100 Resort Credit
Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Upgrade at time of booking, subject to availability
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Maui
Known as: The Valley Isle
Best for: Romantic getaways & families with kids
Top 3 Things to Do:
Watch the sunrise from the top of Haleakala. We can assist you with obtaining permits!
Take a whale-watching boat excursion from December to May.
Drive the Road to Hana and explore all the hidden waterfalls, beaches, and hiking trails.
Where to stay:
Telos Travel Booking Benefits:
Daily breakfast for 2
$150 Spa Montage Kapalua Bay Spa Services Credit
Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Hotel Wailea A Relais & Chateaux Property
Telos Travel Booking Benefits:
Daily breakfast for 2
$100 Resort Credit
Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Lanai
Known as: The Pineapple Isle
Best for: Returning visitors looking for something new
Top 3 Things to Do:
Visit the 6-mile-long Shipwreck Beach, located on the northern side of the island where more than a dozen shipwrecks dot the coastline.
Explore the mysterious lunar topography of Garden of the Gods.
Volunteer at the Lanai Cat Sanctuary, where over 600 cats call home.
Where to stay:
Telos Travel Booking Benefits:
Daily breakfast for 2
Resort Credit
Guest Rooms: USD 100 credit per stay
Suites and Specialty Suites: USD 200 credit per stay
Private Retreats: USD 200 credit per bedroom per stay
Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
Hawai’i
Known as: The Big Island
Best for: Adventure seekers & romantic getaways
Top 3 Things to Do:
Visit to see the Halema‘uma‘u Crater in Volcanoes National Park or get your hands dirty and restore the ‘āina (land) by participating in Stewardship at the Summit voluntourism projects.
Have a picnic at the Punalu’u Black Sand Beach.
If you’re a coffee lover, you have to try a coffee-tasting tour in Kona.
Where to stay:
Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection
Telos Travel Booking Benefits:
Daily breakfast for 2
$100 Food & Beverage Credit
Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Telos Travel Booking Benefits:
Daily breakfast for 2
Resort Credit
Guest Rooms: USD 100 credit per stay
Suites and Specialty Suites: USD 200 credit per stay
Private Retreats: USD 200 credit per bedroom per stay
Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
Whether this is your first trip or 5th trip to Hawai’i, there really is something for everyone! When you’re ready to start planning your adventure, click the button below and we can set up a free consultation call to decide on the best island for you!
