Things to do in Polynesia

Arguably one of Honolulu’s biggest draws and definitely its most popular beach, Waikiki Beach sums up most people’s perception of Hawaii perfectly. The warm Pacific is filled with surfers catching waves and the pristine sands are home to locals and tourists relaxing, sunbathing and enjoying the views of nearby Diamond Head.

Kaanapali Beach is a spectacular 5-kilometre stretch of golden sand and crystal-clear water. You’ll feel like royalty in this luxurious paradise setting, whose shores were once treaded on by Hawaiian kings and queens. This renowned beach was the first planned resort in Hawaii and has since become a model for resorts around the globe. Lie back and listen to the sounds of the Pacific Ocean gently lapping against the shore of this tropical oasis.

One of the most infamous dates in American history is the December 7, 1941. At 7.55 a.m. Japanese aircraft made a surprise attack on the U.S. Navy's Pacific Fleet that led directly to America’s entry into World War II. Visit the memorials and museums of the naval base and see where the war with Japan started and ended.

A wide expanse of soft, pearly white sand is the jewel in the crown of Wailea Beach. This palm-fringed paradise is the stuff of dreams and keeps this fashionable resort firmly at the luxurious end of the travel market. The community offers all the amenities you could wish for to enjoy an idyllic, relaxing holiday on one of the most beautiful stretches of coast in Maui.

At Haleakalā National Park, you can step inside volcanic craters, walk through rain forest and swim in freshwater pools.