About Hawaii and Cruising the Hawaiian Islands
Join us on an exploration of the Hawaiian Islands and exotic Fanning Island. Together they present exquisite natural wonders and a vivid and colorful history. Let us bring you to the Hawaii of your dreams, while you explore some of the world's most beautiful places on a Hawaii cruise vacation.
HAWAII: AMERICA'S VACATION PARADISE
It's the most geographically isolated landmass in the world, anchored 2,000 miles from its nearest neighbor as the figurative and literal Crossroads of the Pacific. Although voyaging Polynesians settled this chain of islands 2,000 years ago, it wasnt until 1778 two years after the United States became a nation before outsiders first discovered this mid-Pacific Mecca of the tropics.
Hawaii. Just the name alone evokes images of lolling about a wondrous island haven, sipping a mai tai while lounging on the beach, or going for a quick dip in the warm and gentle Waikiki surf even in January. To people nationwide, it is the dream vacation, the favorite honeymoon spot, and the destination often referred to as Americas Paradise.
Hawaii is so exotically beautiful, so culturally unique, and so highly regarded by visitors with equal parts fondness and reverence, that competing destinations often hold it up as the standard to be measured by. No other state is so closely associated with its native heritage, ancient traditions, and ethnic diversity as Hawaii. The beloved Aloha Spirit? Only in Hawaii. Playing the ukulele, dancing hula, wearing a fresh flower lei, and feasting at a luau? Again, only in Hawaii.
The six major islands the ancient Polynesians called the heavenly homeland of the north Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai, Maui, and Hawaii's Big Island have similar overall characteristics, but each presents a uniquely appealing vacation experience. Kauai, the lush Garden Isle, is cloaked in brilliant shades of green. Oahu is a vibrant center of international commerce, and ringed by more than 100 world-renowned beaches. Molokai is where nature has carved out a rugged island beauty all its own. Lanai is renowned for how its seclusion and rustic beauty create a true getaway environment. Maui no ka oi! This popular saying translates to Maui is the best! Hawaii's Big Island, twice the size of all the other islands combined, is an enormous feast for the mind and senses. Six incredible islands, six amazing experiences. Only in Hawaii.
Some content and photos used with permission from Norwegian Cruise Line.
