Ah, the one-of-a-kind Hawaiian Islands. Have you been to see them? Do you want to? When you think of Hawaii, you probably visualize the palm trees, coconuts, and Don Ho. And just to think, the lovely islands of Hawaii are a domestic destination. No passports to fool with, no changing dollars into foreign currency. Not only are these great places to visit, they can be very affordable.

Hawaii is the fiftieth state in the union and definitely the most beautiful. Hawaii has a multi-racial, multi-ethnic culture. Its society is a melting pot of the various races that have made their way to the islands: the Polynesians, the Chinese, the Japanese, the Filipinos and many more. Even the sand in Hawaii is multicolored (white, green, red, and black).

Hawaii is composed of six main islands (the Big Island of Hawaii, Maui, Molokai,
Oahu, Lanai, and Kauai) and countless smaller ones. All are waiting for you to explore.

The activities on the islands are too numerous to name them all, but you can swim with the fish, soak up the sun, and even explore caverns. You name it, it’s here. And while Hawaii is known mostly for its scenery, it offers opportunities for those interested in history as well, notably the U.S.S. Arizona memorial and Pearl Harbor.

Most hotels and lodges in Hawaii offer nice discounts to seniors, so if you ever thought about going there, now might be the time. The Hawaiian tourist commission can keep you up to date on the most recent bargains available to you. They may be able to provide you with a senior travel package that includes airfare, lodging, food and travel for one very reasonable price. This can really come in handy when you are traveling on a fixed income.

Aloha!