Definite Islands - Honolulu, North Shore - Oahu
Honolulu
I want to go to Hawaii for beautiful nature. I think i'll only stay in Honolulu/Waikiki for a couple of days to get rid of jet lag. Unless I should see it on my way out (to Australia).
What to see:
Hiking Diamond Head
http://www.gohawaii.com/oahu/guidebook/topics/24-hours-in-waikiki
Where to Stay:
http://www.hostelhawaii.com/welcome
http://www.seasidehawaiianhostel.com/index.php
Note if I do go to Kauai i may fly there first and then do Honolulu on my way out of town.
North Shore Oahu
Maybe go for one of the surf competitions - Just to watch :)
http://www.triplecrownofsurfing.com/
This is supposed to be beautiful secluded surf bum town. Between Nov and Feb is best time to go watch surfing.
What to see:
Waimea Bay and Haleiwa
Where to stay:
http://backpackers-hawaii.com/
Paumalu Hale Hostel
59-222 B Kamehameha Highway
Haleiwa HI, 96712
Kauai
Nature galore! Best time to go spring or fall. Quieter not as much of a party place as Oahu. Can fly direct to Lihue http://www.westjet.com/guest/en/home.shtml. Then have to fly to Honolulu.
What to see:
Waimea canyon.
Kokee State park (rainforest).
Where to stay:
Hanalei or Kapaa?
