Aloha Hawaii!

Hawaii, ahhh, Hawaii. I lived there in 1952-1954 and have been back over 50 times since. It's, by far, the most beautiful place in the world. I have seen many changes over the years but there is still nowhere I would rather be if it were possible. I only find it sad that the Hawaiians have lost much of their culture to visitors from the mainland and Japan. Still if you travel to the small towns there is a lot of Aloha charm. My favorite place is Hilo on the Big Island, rain and all. Each island is different but stay away from Honolulu. Honolulu is like any big city with the exception of the beautiful beaches. I often find it amusing that people say they went to Hawaii and did nothing but go between the hotel and the beach in Honolulu. Sorry people, that is not visiting! To truly visit Hawaii you must get off of Oahu. Start at Kauai, on to Molokai, Lanai, Maui and spent 3-4 days on Hawaii (the Big Island) Take a helicopter or airplane around the island and see things that can only be seen from the air. Visit Haleakela on Maui at daybreak and the Hawaiian Grand Canyon, travel up the river to the Wailua River Valley. If you need a travel guide, I can be available!! I will show you things you will never forget.