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There are places that you simply must visit once in your life for their amazing natural beauty, fascinating cultures and sheer uniqueness.
One destination that meets all these requirements and more is the Hawaiian Islands.
This remote volcanic archipelago’s popularity among travelers never seems to wane, and there are plenty of good reasons for that, especially in winter.
Great culture
The Hawaiian Islands are rich in a unique culture that can be absorbed through music, art, food, language and local communities.
If you’ve never experienced it before, you’ll find that each Hawaiian island has its own quirks.
From poke bowls to surfing and the sacred art of hula – this is just the beginning of the unparalleled cultural encounters available in Hawaii.
An island for every taste
Each island in the state has something different to offer.
Kauai is home to some of the most epic landscapes in the South Pacific, with the unique north coast area featuring many jagged mountain peaks covered in a lush layer of green foliage.
Oahu is known as the heart of Hawaii and is home to the capital Honolulu – this is one of the favorite spots for surfers.
Molokai is another island with breathtaking beauty and lush green landscapes, while Lanai has rugged coastlines and many wellness resorts.
Maui is one of the best islands for beach life, while the island of Hawaii is also home to pristine beaches and numerous coffee farms.
More flights than ever
Hawaii is about a six-hour flight from the west coast of the US and between eight and 12 hours for the rest of the country, depending on where you fly from.
As demand for this beautiful paradise destination grows, so does the number of flights.
Hawaiian Airlines will add new nonstop flights starting in May this year, including Salt Lake City to Honolulu, Sacramento to Lihue and Sacramento to Kona.
These new flights are in addition to a major expansion of existing routes, including new weekly flights from both Austin and Boston and an expansion of daily service from Las Vegas and Los Angeles.
Always good winter weather
Hawaii’s climate is fairly consistent all year round, making it an ideal winter sun destination.
Between November and April, temperatures are usually around 70 degrees and get slightly cooler at night.
The Hawaiian winter here is generally the rainier of the two seasons. However, showers are normally short-lived and localized due to strong prevailing Pacific winds.
Event calendar never sleeps
Winter certainly isn’t out of season when it comes to events in Hawaii – there’s plenty to do through January and February.
Get an early taste of spring at the Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival on Hawaii Island on February 3, while arts and crafts enthusiasts can indulge in the Kauai Quilt Show from February 9 to 21.
And if you’re missing your dose of competitive sports, how about February 17-18 at the Panaewa Stampede Rodeo in Hawaii?
Support Maui’s recovery
The horrific wildfires on the island of Maui caused devastation last August, but recovery is now underway and tourists are being welcomed back.
Although some parts of the island (Lahaina) are still under restrictions, by being respectful and compassionate during your visit you can help support local businesses.
View the website Maui Nui first for ideas on the best way to visit with care and help the businesses and communities that have suffered get back on their feet.
Popularity rises against expectations
The aforementioned wildfires were probably the only reason Hawaii didn’t break its tourism record in 2023.
The latest visitor numbers for 2023 were about 5% higher than in 2022 and only about 6% lower than in 2019.
Without the brief lull in tourism to Maui in late summer last year, this record would certainly have been broken, which only goes to show Hawaii’s appeal as a travel destination.
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