HAWAII
HAWAII BASICS
| Capital: |
Honolulu (pop.909,863) |
| Region: |
South Pacific |
| Currency: |
U.S. dollar |
| Languages: |
English, Hawaiian |
| Avg. Annual Visitors: |
7 million |
| Time Zone: |
Hawaii (EST-5) |
| Weather: |
Semi-tropical. Day 70°F-80°F; Night 65°F-70°F |
INTRODUCTION FROM THE AUTHOR
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When you hear the word "Hawaii," you most likely
think of beautiful beaches and captivating scenery. This might
sound somewhat like a stereotype, but there is much truth and
accuracy in it. The thing I remember most about Hawaii is its
charming landscape, dazzling sunshine, and enticing nightlife. That
being said, Hawaii is the perfect place for people who love sports,
especially sea sports like surfing and scuba diving, people who
love going to the beach, people who enjoy partying, or people who
just want to relax in nice weather or admire breathtaking scenery.
Seafood lovers would also have a blast in Hawaii since it is
world-renowned for its exceedingly fresh catches of fish and
seafood.
As for transportation within each island, it is advisable to rent
a car and drive around since the transportation in Hawaii is not
very efficient. Once you decide on Hawaii, however, there is the
dilemma of choosing among the various islands. If you intend to
spend your entire spring break in Hawaii, I would recommend that
you visit at least two of the following islands: Oahu (Honolulu),
Maui, and the Big Island. Honolulu and Maui have most of the
tourist attractions, but the Big Island is a worthy place to tour,
too, since the culture and atmosphere there is very different from
the other islands. Regardless of which part of Hawaii you decide to
visit, you are definitely in for some real fun!
Rae Wen Shee, Carnegie Mellon University
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