The islands
Six islands, six different vacations
They share a state and very little else. Here is what each one is like, who it suits and what you give up by choosing it.
| Island | Best for | Ideal stay | Itineraries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oʻahu The Gathering Place | First-timers, Food and city | 5 to 7 days | 4 |
| Maui The Valley Isle | Couples, Whale watching | 6 to 8 days | 2 |
| Kauaʻi The Garden Isle | Scenery, Hiking | 5 to 7 days | 3 |
| Hawaiʻi Island The Big Island | Landscapes, Stargazing | 7 to 9 days | 2 |
| Lānaʻi The Pineapple Isle | Day trips, Luxury | Day trip to 3 days | Soon |
| Molokaʻi The Friendly Isle | Cultural travel, Solitude | 3 to 4 days | Soon |
The table above is what each island is like. For the differences you can count, the measured comparison puts all six side by side on nonstops from the mainland and drive times, and which island is cheapest answers the question people usually mean by it.
