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Exploring Hawaiʻi: The Islands Perfect for Every Getaway
Written by Luxury Escapes
There is more to Hawaiʻi than sun-kissed beaches, great surf and a laidback island lifestyle. You can also take a cruise and discover local hotels that focus on wellness, opulence and sunrise discoveries. Come to the Hawaiian Islands for your next getaway.
Whether you are looking to take yoga classes in Waikīkī, enjoy a personal hotel concierge, head to a local lavender farm or island hop on an ocean voyage, you will discover exciting new ways to see Hawaiʻi. And getting around the islands is easier than ever with Hawaiian Airlines offering around 150 daily flights within the island group.
The islands are packed with a huge variety of experiences. You can explore the mountain range of Lēʻahi (Diamond Head), kick back on a rooftop infinity pool with views of Waikīkī Beach, or take a private hula lesson at a lūʻau and learn more about local culture. Fly in, rest up and set sail for the perfect island getaway.
How to Get to Hawaiʻi From Australia
Now in its 95th year of continuous service, Hawaiian Airlines is Hawaiʻi’s largest and longest-serving airline. Hawaiian offers approximately 150 daily flights within the Hawaiian Islands, and nonstop flights between Hawai’i and 16 U.S. gateway cities, as well as service connecting Honolulu and American Samoa, Australia, Cook Islands, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea and Tahiti. Consumer surveys by Condé Nast Traveler and TripAdvisor have placed Hawaiian among the top of all domestic airlines serving Hawaiʻi. As Hawaiʻi’s hometown airline, Hawaiian encourages guests to ‘Travel Pono’ and experience the islands safely and respectfully.
Where to Stay in Hawaiʻi
Lotus Honolulu
Welcome to the lush side of Waikīkī. Tucked away in the quiet edge of Waikīkī, where Lēʻahi’s (Diamond Head’s) majesty meets the city’s pulse, Lotus Honolulu is a sanctuary for the seasoned traveller.
With only 51 rooms and a commitment to personalised, intentional service among hotels in Honolulu, this boutique gem invites you to savor intimate moments — sunset sips at wine hour, serene yoga under island skies — all delivered with heartfelt aloha.
ESPACIO The Jewel Of Waikīkī
ESPACIO the Jewel of Waikīkī redefines luxury and indulgence, offering an exclusive, opulent retreat in the heart of Waikīkī. This boutique hotel features just nine spacious suites — one per floor — each with lavish
interiors, custom Italian marble and private balconies with breathtaking ocean views. Guests enjoy the comfort of a personal concierge, private access to the rooftop infinity pool, and global contemporary cuisine at Mugen. Every detail exudes elegance, from high-end amenities like a dry sauna in the master bathroom to an in-suite chef service. ESPACIO offers unparalleled privacy, making guests feel like royalty in a serene oasis right above the bustling beaches of Waikīkī. The tailored, five-star service, thoughtful touches, and sublime setting create a perfect escape for travellers seeking splendour and tranquillity.
Marriott International
A deeper experience awaits when you stay at a Marriott International resort on Maui, Oʻahu, Kauaʻi and Hawaiʻi Island. The collection of hotels and resorts will awaken your senses with stunning infinity pools, vibrant landscapes and unique cultural offerings. Stay moments away from self-discovery – where a stroll through Aliʻi Kula Lavender Farm will connect you with the land, the morning sunrise atop Haleakalā can rejuvenate the soul, and a hula lesson at a lūʻau can spark a lifelong love of dance. A deeper experience awaits in Hawai’i with Marriott International.
Explore these Marriott International hotels in Hawai’i:
- Wailea Beach Resort – Marriott, Maui
- The Westin Ka’anapali Ocean Resort Villas, Maui
- Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, Maui
- The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua
- Marriott’s Kaua’i Beach Club, Kaua’i
- Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort, Kaua’i
- The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas, Kaua’i
- The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki
Cruising in Hawaiʻi
Norwegian Cruise Line
When it comes to cruising Hawaiʻi it’s our thing. But once you hop the Hawaiian Islands with NCL it will become your thing. Only NCL visits four uniquely different islands in seven days – with overnight stays
in Maui and Kauaʻi. Giving you plenty of time to hike along a majestic waterfall, step back in time during a visit to Pearl Harbour and then take in a dazzling show at an authentic luau. It’s a Hawaiʻi cruise holiday
experience that’s with you from sea to summit to stores you’ll share for years to come. Because Hawaiʻi has a way of doing that to you. Pride of America departs Honolulu every Saturday year-round.
