In Hawaii, palm trees sway gently and soft breezes carry the scent of fragrant plumeria. Stroll along a white-sand beach and surf its blue waves or hike the crater of a dormant volcano. Each of the major islands presents unique opportunities to explore.

If you're interested in famous landmarks, for example, head to Oahu, home to Honolulu, Waikiki Beach, Pearl Harbor and Diamond Head. Oahu also boasts some of the state's best snorkeling and surfing spots. Maui features an amazing combination of breathtaking scenery, unlimited shopping, exquisite dining and world-class resorts.

Kauai, pristine and undisturbed and full of verdant valleys and rushing waterfalls, was the site for the filming of "Jurassic Park." Hawaii’s Big Island is home to Kilauea, the largest active volcano in the world.

Once known as "Pineapple Island," Lanai features diverse outdoor activities, while Molokai remains largely undeveloped and offers a sampling of "old Hawaii."