We plan to visit Hawaii in 2007 sometime between March and August. Is there a month that would be best? I would like to go to Waikiki, but my husband would like to go to Maui. We will have our 5 year old daughter will us too. Do you have any suggestions as to when to go and what island to stay on - I think we can only afford to visit one island.
2006-11-09 03:32:06 · 10 answers · asked by C's mom 2 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Honolulu
I have never been to Maui, however I have been to Oahu where Waikiki is. Oahu is much more city like whereas Maui is quiet (my husband has been there). So it really depends on what you want to do. Maui has wonderful snorkeling whereas Oahu snorkeling is still wonderful, just not as good as Maui. We went to the islands in July/ August '05 and it was fantastic. I really enjoyed Kauai when I was there, my husband said Maui is better.
The things I enjoyed on Oahu is the Dole Pineapple Plantation and the Pineapple maze (a lot of fun, usually find coupons in the travel books). Also, the Flea market at the stadium was a lot of fun to get souvenirs for cheap.
Have fun, whereever you go.
2006-11-09 03:43:20 · answer #1 · answered by keri0426 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We actually went to both Oahu and Maui on the same trip. We also took our five-year old daughter and two-year old son. I personally would not spend much time on Oahu. If you can, maybe one or two nights, just enough time to see Pearl Harbor, Waikiki Beach, and maybe the North Shore. Then - head to Maui. Waikiki Beach is obviously an icon, but it is not even close the the beaches on Maui! Waikiki has very course, sharp sand. In Maui, we stayed between Kihei and Wailea. This is the best place on earth! If possible, I'd try to bump the vacation up a bit to go in January - February. The weather is always perfect, and then you can hit whale season (which would be fun for you and your daughter). Regardless - any time of the year is perfect for Hawaii. I highly recommend this vacation!
2006-11-09 22:58:21 · answer #2 · answered by Dave H 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
visit in the summer...usually rains in march/april. honolulu is very city with lots to do. you can drive to the other side of the island to get more of a country island feel. its lovely in kailua/kaneohe.
maui is less city, but you still have quite a bit you can do there. definitely, if you can wake up real early, go up to haleakala in maui to watch the sunrise. absolutely breath taking. and its cold, so bring some sweaters.
if youre on a budget, there are one day tours to maui, or you can do a two day trip to maui..go! airlines is real cheap. (a new airline here) i would suggest to stay longer in honolulu and do a short trip to maui. waikiki does get crowded, but thats how all touristy areas are. i live in waikiki, and i love it.
kauai is the most beautiful island if you get a chance to visit. just drive around the island...everything is green and lush. i try to go there once a yr.
2006-11-12 05:21:52 · answer #3 · answered by whiteroses8393 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go in march or april less people. I went to Waikiki and maui both and for shopping, excitement and lots of people doing stuff, Waikiki was great but for relaxation, walking on the beach, quiet beauty, Maui was tops. Pick one then check into a day trip to the other.
2006-11-09 11:42:33 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd definitely go in February or March. in February the humpback whales are still all over the place. Maui is my favorite island Waikiki is to crowded for me, you'll have trouble just finding a place where you don't have to hold your daughters' hand. Maui has good shopping as well, it also has famous little places ( like cheeseburger in paradise) and many fun family things to do. you could take a whale watching tour ( I'd recommend trinity ) or drive to Hana and the seven sacred pools. whatever you do, and wherever you go, just relax and enjoy one of the most beautiful places on earth!
2006-11-09 11:52:48 · answer #5 · answered by swsbcabg 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The best time to go is March or April...off season, but the weather is still nice. Oahu is the main island with Honolulu, very much geared to the tourist...there are a lot of things to do and see on the island...but it is crowded...I personally like Kauai...the Big Island is very nice too...Maui is a lot like Oahu...if you want to visit more Islands the Inter Island Airlines are having a price war...usually about, depending on the island, $50 to $100 to fly...the hotel is the most expensive, but March and April are the off season. Go to the web site for Roberts Overnighters to check the prices...I like Kauai...have fun...
2006-11-09 11:51:25 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
kinda depends on what you wanna do... Oahu ( which has Waikiki and Honolulu ) are good spots however there isn't very many scenic places to go... I went to Hawaii in Sept and it was great because it wasn't too hot and it was not as crowded... so I would suggest August... the big island has more scenery if you want waterfalls and a view...
2006-11-09 11:44:48 · answer #7 · answered by imperfect_serenity 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maui. It has a balance of beauty, good weather, activities, good restaurants, and nice beaches. Stay in Wailea for gorgeous beaches, resorts and quiet or stay in Kaanapali for loud, activities, tourism.
Though other islands are interesting - this would be the "one."
Kauai, I like personally, for the beauty, but it rains a lot. So, someone on their vacation might be disappointed being wet, but for me, you're mostly at the beach, wet, anyway.
2006-11-09 11:43:43 · answer #8 · answered by curious 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do not know which one to visit, this is something to discus with your travel agent, they can give you places to see and things to do, but you can island hop fairly cheap by small planes..a lot of people do this...
but one thing you NEED to find out is..when is their RAINY season..it can ran a lot and heavy when their rainy season comes...try to stay clear of that...
and of course..SMILE, have tons of fun....
good luck
2006-11-09 11:44:44 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Kauai or Maui ..Waikiki is dirty and crowded
2006-11-09 12:21:57 · answer #10 · answered by Kimo 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋