HONEYMOON BEACH WATER ISLAND
Which of the Hawaiian islands to visit for honeymoon?
Although I won’t take my honeymoon right after the wedding, I am considering Hawaii to visit (early next year) but just from my research, it seems just about all of the Hawaiian islands are beautiful! I’m not into being around so many tourists. I want something romantic, somewhat secluded, exciting, water activities, beaches, fine dining, etc. I guess something balanced. I also don’t know how long I want to stay. If I was to do a week, maybe 1 or 2 islands tops. If I stay for 2 weeks, maybe 2-3 islands at most. I don’t want to spend so much time traveling. I thought the following islands would fit me:
Oahu
Maui,
Kauai
If I do 2 weeks, maybe 4 days on each island? Is that enough time? Probably would cost me an arm and a leg but why not. It will be my first time visiting. I heard if I’m in Maui, I can do one day trips to Lanai and Molokai. Any advice would be appreciated.
I did island hopping (at French Polynesia) for my honeymoon and I am not sure if I would do it again. Packing, checking out, heading out to the airport, then checking in again can break the honeymoon rhythm.
Anyway, if you have set your mind on island hopping, my two cents.
In terms of sandy beach, Maui is by far best of the three (great for scuba and snorkeling), followed by Oahu. Kauai isn’t known for great beaches.
On the other hand, Kauai is the least commercial of the three islands. Isolated near the edge of Hawaii, it offers great deal more privacy, far more pristine and less developed than overdeveloped counterparts (particularly Oahu). Kauai is the best for kayaking and hiking (great tropical settings). And if you can swing it, ride the helicopter tour.
On the other hand, being overdeveloped opens up greater dining and shopping options. Oahu is by far the most commercialized of the three, best for night life and shopping. Oahu would feel like many major cities. Much of the city scenes from ABC TV show Lost is filmed here.
Although not as developed as Oahu, Maui is definitely more developed than other islands. For this reason, I recommend going to just one of two islands and adding the Big Island to the mix. I would pick Maui over Oahu as Maui is a bit more “honeymoonish” (best beach of the three and great golf courses) whereas Oahu is more of a family vacation spot.
Big Island offers interesting ecological options: active volcanoes, great waterfalls, museums/parks, black sand beaches, and horseback rides.
My score card:
2 nights at Big Island
5 nights at Maui
5 nights at Kaui
P.S. Be sure to check the weather. Early part of the year in Hawaii is the wet season.
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