Hawaii's climate is typical for the tropics, although temperatures and humidity tend to be a bit less extreme due to near-constant trade winds from the east. Summer highs are usually in the upper 80s °F, (around 31 °C) during the day and mid 70s, (around 24 °C) at night. Winter day temperatures are usually in the low to mid 80s, (around 28 °C) and (at low elevation) seldom dipping below the mid 60s (18 °C) at night. Snow, not usually associated with the tropics, falls at 4,205 metres (13,796 ft) on Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa on the Big Island in some winter months. Snow rarely falls on Haleakala. Mount Wai?ale?ale, on Kaua?i, has the second highest average annual rainfall on Earth, about 460 inches (11,684.0 mm). Most of Hawaii has only two seasons: the dry season from May to October, and the wet season from October to April.
Hawaii is one of four states, besides the original thirteen, that were independent prior to becoming part of the United States
The Kingdom of Hawaii was sovereign from 1810 until 1893 when the monarchy was overthrown by resident American (and some European) businessmen. It was an independent republic from 1894 until 1898, when it was annexed by the United States as a territory, becoming a state in 1959.
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Cruises
7-Day Hawaii, Inter-island from Honolulu, Oahu
Destination: Hawaii
Ship: Pride of America
Immerse yourself in the rich culture, incredible landscapes and delicious cuisine of Hawai`i on this one-of-a-kind 7-day cruise fro...7-Day Cruise to Hawaii: Inter-island from Honolulu, Oahu
Destination: Hawaii
Ship: Pride of America6-Day Cruise to Hawaii: Inter-island from Honolulu, Oahu
Destination: Hawaii
Ship: Pride of America15-Day Cruise to Alaska & Hawaii: Skagway, Juneau and Maui from Vancouver, British Columbia
Destination: Hawaii
Ship: Norwegian Sun14-Day Cruise to South Pacific: Kauai, Maui & Moorea from Honolulu, Oahu
Destination: South Pacific/Australia/New Zealand
Ship: Norwegian SunViking World Voyage I : Fort Lauderdale, Florida to New York City, New York
Destination: World
Ship: Viking SkyViking World Cruise : Fort Lauderdale, Florida to London (Greenwich)
Destination: World
Ship: Viking SkySS250417022 - Papeete (Tahiti) to Los Angeles, California
Destination: South Pacific/Australia/New Zealand
Ship: Silver Shadow90 Days - San Francisco To New York - San Francisco to New York aboard Queen Mary 2
From $13,799.00 (USD)
Destination: World
Ship: Queen Mary 251 Days - Southampton To Sydney - Southampton to Sydney aboard Queen Mary 2
From $8,799.00 (USD)
Destination: World
Ship: Queen Mary 244 Days - New York To Sydney - New York to Sydney aboard Queen Mary 2
From $7,699.00 (USD)
Destination: World
Ship: Queen Mary 2
Packages
Resorts
The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua Maui: Daily Buffet Breakfast for 2 + $100 Resort Credit
From $399.00 (USD)
Rates starting from $399 per night. Include Buffet Breakfast daily for two + $100 resort credit per stay and room category upgrade at check-in
Tours
Hawaii with Oahu, Maui & the Big Island - Classic Group
From $5,845.00 (USD)
Tour Type: Local EscapeBrochure Type: V1 USA and Canada 2024Hawaii's traditional greeting, Aloha, embodies hospitality, respect, love and welcome.
GLOBUS 2024: Grand Hawaii Vacation (EK)
From $5,199.00 (USD)
Every day is Hawaiian shirt day on this ultimate vacation to Hawaii and its lush, tropical islands. How else would you dress for palm-lined beaches, breezy scenic cruises, and traditional luaus with haupia and hula?
GLOBUS 2024: Best of the Hawaiian Islands (EW)
From $4,159.00 (USD)
So long, predictable. Aloha, paradise! It's time to trade the humdrum for hammocks, the mundane for Mai Tais, and your day-to-day rut for rocking evening luaus. This 10-day Hawaiian getaway is just the break you need to stop and smell the roses.
Hawaiian Explorer First Class
From $3,750.00 (USD)
Tour Type: State ExplorerBrochure Type: USA Canada and Central America 2025 v1Waikiki and Maui, Pearl Harbor and the volcanic energy of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park are yours to discover on this Hawaii tour.
Hawaiian Discovery Premium
From $5,795.00 (USD)
Tour Type: State ExplorerBrochure Type: USA Canada and Central America 2025 v1Get on island time as you discover Hawaii's authentic tropical paradise, including Kilauea Volcano and Kauai's magical Tunnel of Trees and Waimea Canyon State Park.
Hawaii Four Island Adventure Premium
From $6,495.00 (USD)
Tour Type: State ExplorerBrochure Type: USA Canada and Central America 2025 v1Let the spirit of aloha follow you from waves of Oahu to the black sand beach of Punalu'u Beach Park.
Hawaii Four Island Adventure Moderate
From $5,725.00 (USD)
Tour Type: State ExplorerBrochure Type: USA Canada and Central America 2025 v1Let the spirit of aloha follow you from waves of Oahu to the black sand beach of Punalu'u Beach Park.
Best of Hawaii Premium
From $4,775.00 (USD)
Tour Type: State ExplorerBrochure Type: USA Canada and Central America 2025 v1Experience the best of Hawaii: the powerful waves of Oahu's North Shore, Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona, learning from naturalists at the Hawaii Ocean Science and Technol...
Best of Hawaii Moderate
From $4,250.00 (USD)
Tour Type: State ExplorerBrochure Type: USA Canada and Central America 2025 v1Experience the best of Hawaii: the powerful waves of Oahu's North Shore, Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona, learning from naturalists at the Hawaii Ocean Science and Technol...
Hawaiian Explorer First Class
From $3,695.00 (USD)
Tour Type: State ExplorerBrochure Type: USA Canada and Central America 2024 v2Waikiki and Maui, Pearl Harbor and the volcanic energy of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park are yours to discover on this Hawaii tour.
Hawaiian Discovery Moderate
From $4,925.00 (USD)
Tour Type: State ExplorerBrochure Type: USA Canada and Central America 2024 v2Get on island time as you discover Hawaii's authentic tropical paradise, including Kilauea Volcano and Kauai's magical Tunnel of Trees and Waimea Canyon State Park.
Vacations
Hawaii
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Hawaii's Only Choice--NCL
Sail the beautiful islands of Hawaii on NCL. Enjoy the tropical sun, surf, golf, shopping or just hanging out! NCL is the only choice and the best! Call us to speak to an NCL specialist at 1-800-213-7777.
Must Do First Time Visitor Experiences To Hawaii
About to embark on your first visit to the Hawaiian Islands? Choosing which experiences can get a bit overwhelming. We have listed the Must Do's for 1st time visitors.