Author Mark Twain described Hawaii as, “The loveliest fleet of islands that lies anchored in any ocean.” Thinking of visiting this alluring paradise with Sundance Vacations? It’s one of the dreamiest vacation destinations! There are more reasons to visit Hawaii than we can count, but these are some of our favorites. Here are five reasons to plan your next trip to Hawaii!
Perfect Weather Year-Round
Your day will never be dreary in Hawaii. Hawaii climate technically cycles through two seasons, summer and winter, but luckily, the weather remains mostly consistent. According to GoHawaii, “The average daytime summer temperature at sea level is 85° F (29.4° C), while the average daytime winter temperature is 78° (25.6° C).” The average monthly weather in Honolulu looks like this:
Month Low High
Jan 65.7°F 80.4°F
Feb 65.4°F 80.7°F
Mar 66.9°F 81.7°F
Apr 68.2°F 83.1°F
May 69.6°F 84.9°F
Jun 72.1°F 86.9°F
Jul 73.8°F 87.8°F
Aug 74.7°F 88.9°F
Sept 74.2°F 88.9°F
Oct 73.2°F 87.2°F
Nov 71.1°F 84.3°F
Dec 67.8°F 81.7°F
The rainiest months are December and January, two of the heaviest winter months in the northeast.
Beaches Everywhere
There’s no shortage of beaches in Hawaii. It’s almost impossible to turn a corner without seeing white sandy shores. You might even run into beaches with black, green, or red sand. Enjoy a day of lounging in the sun and dipping your toes into the crystalline waters. If you’re looking for gorgeous photogenic beaches, some of the most popular include Waikiki Beach, Poipu Beach Park, Wailea Beach, and Kapalua Bay.
Flora and Fauna
From beautiful Hawaiian hibiscus and pikake to spotted hawksbill sea turtles and furry Hawaiian hoary bats, there’s so much wildlife to observe in Hawaii. Looking to see these environmental wonders up close and personal? Visit botanical gardens like the Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden or the Garden of Eden Arboretum. Popular areas to see animals are the Honolulu Zoo and the Waikiki Aquarium!
Regional Fare
Have you ever tried Kalua pig? How about a poke bowl? Both are delicious traditional dishes you can indulge in while in the Aloha state! Restaurants like Senia, The Original Roy’s in Hawaii Kai, and Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman are delicious options to fill your belly! Explore flavors of Hawaiian, Asian, and American fusion food in a variety of different atmospheres ranging from casual to formal!
National Parks
There are a total of nine national parks in Hawaii, ranging from wide-open vistas to towering volcanoes spurting ash and smoke. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park was voted as the #1 best national park to visit in 2023 by Hawaii Magazine, and the photos bursting with shades of orange are enough to show why. The park’s tourism rate increased by 2.5% from 2022 to 2023. Hike or ride mules through miles of trails, watch stunning sunrises and sunsets, and enjoy an active day in the Hawaiian outdoors!
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