
Kiwi Curated
Choose Your Own Hawaiian Island
by Eva ZhuWe all deserve a warm-weather vacation and Hawaii, with its soaring mountains, lush valleys, stunning beaches and legendary surf spots, always tops the list. Whether you’re looking to spend time with family, spark romance or go on an adventure, there’s a Hawaiian island just right for you. Read on to choose the best island in Hawaii for your next escape.
Choose Your Own Hawaiian Island

Choose Your Own Hawaiian Island

Home to the state’s capital, Honolulu, Oahu is one of the most visited islands in Hawaii. Stay here for the world-class shopping and restaurants coupled with slower days on the beach. Located in the heart of Waikiki on one of the best beaches in Oahu, Halekulani offers a resort-like oasis amidst the city’s vibrant energy. Relax with poolside service, indulge at the AAA five diamond restaurant La Mer and enjoy Polynesian therapeutic rituals at the spa.
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You can spend days or weeks exploring the island of Hawai’i, the largest in the archipelago. The Big Island spans 11 climate zones with a diverse geography ranging from beaches in Kailua-Kona to volcanic peaks in Hilo. Start at the Fairmont Orchid Hawaii on the Kohala Coast. Sprawled across 32 acres and surrounded by tropical gardens, waterfalls and a white sand beach, this resort has lots to offer—including sunrise canoe voyages and the Spa Without Walls.
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Kauai is known as the Garden Isle and this is especially true on the North Shore, where emerald mountains, tall waterfalls and dramatic sea cliffs will take your breath away. Princeville Resort overlooks Hanalei Bay on the Napali Coast, along one of the best beaches in Kauai. When not strolling the golden sands or snorkelling in the crystal waters, there’s also a waterfront pool and a restaurant serving fresh-caught seafood with open-air mountain and sea views.
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Reachable by driving through a tunnel of trees, Kauai’s South Shore is the sunniest part of the island. It’s dotted with world-class golf, quaint old towns and painting-like scenery. Located on Po’ipu Beach and boasting Kauai’s closest rooms to the water, the intimate Ko’a Kea Hotel & Resort is perfect for a tranquil escape or romantic getaway. Wake up to the sound of lapping waves from your balcony, sip cocktails by the tropical pool and enjoy warm sands at your doorstep.
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Choose Your Own Hawaiian Island

West Maui is the island’s original resort region, guaranteeing a vacation with plenty to do. Choose the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa on Kana’apali Beach. This family-friendly escape spanning 40 acres features a long list of activities, including a traditional luau, several pools complete with a tube slide, and live-in penguins to feed. Off resort, don’t miss historic Lahaina; a former whaling village, this charming town of boutiques and galleries is the perfect day trip.
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South Maui is the warmer, drier side of the island, which translates to lazy days in the sun and a laid-back lifestyle. Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort on Mokapu Beach embodies this island spirit. The residential-style rooms here include villas equipped with private plunge pools, where you can make yourself at home and truly kick back. If that isn’t enough, there’s also farm-to-table fare, a luxury luau experience and five cabana-lined pools for lounging around.
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For an authentic experience, venture to Upcountry where you can find rolling green hills, rustic farms and epic waves. Maui’s best-kept-secret attracts artists and surfers in the know but not too many tourists, making it the ideal place to unwind. Do it at the Lumeria Maui, a transformative retreat offering daily classes such as yoga, meditation and sound healing. Locally made furniture, garden-to-table cuisine and healing crystal massages complement your stay.
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Lanai is Hawaii’s smallest inhabited island and was once home to the largest pineapple plantation. This untouched island offers off-the-beaten-path adventures such as four-wheel drives through the Garden of the Gods’ red rock terrain, horseback rides through forested hills and scuba dives to the famous Lanai Cathedrals’ lava caverns. Relax at the Four Seasons Resort Lanai’i on the pristine coast, where you can find lagoon-style pools and dine cliffside at NOBU LANAI.
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