What is the best vacation spot in Hawaii for someone who is only mildly fond of beaches?

ChickenLadyLovesLife asked:


I am not anti-beach, but beach activity alone does not make a vacation for me. What are your favorite areas of Hawaii other than the beach? I would be up for urban pursuits, wildlife viewing, or anything unique and fun.
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3 Comments so far

  1. Stimpson J. Cat on June 21st, 2008
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    I really liked Big Island. There are some beautiful mountain towns and natural settings that are not along the beach.

  2. boomer gal on June 23rd, 2008
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    I would say either Oahu or the Big Island. Actually, there are lots of non-beach things to do on any of the islands, but Maui Kauai are more beach oriented.

    On the Big Island there is the Volcano National Park - lots to do see there. There are some nice waterfalls just outside of Hilo there is the Waipio Valley.

    Oahu has tons of stuff to do. We have a decent zoo,an aquarium, lots of historical places like Iolani Palace Pearl Harbor, several museums (art, natural history, missionary period), a symphony orchestra, art on the fence (local artists display their work for sale outside the zoo on the weekends), a small but interesting Chinatown.

    All of the islands have good hiking, Maui Kauai have zip-lining. If you come between December March, a whale watching cruise is a must. Every island has beautiful sightseeing, like the road to Hana on Maui or the Waimea Canyon on Kauai.

    Have a great vacation don’t forget your sunscreen!

  3. Bill on February 9th, 2009
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    I can recommend u Oahu. This is most autentic island on Hawaii.

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