Cool Places in Hawaii

Hana is a secluded tropical paradise on the island of Maui in Hawaii. With its black sand, white sand and red sand beaches, Hana is truly one of the coolest places you will ever see. Once the home of Hawaiian royalty, this unspoiled and underdeveloped section of Maui offers spectacular waterfalls and hiking trails through miles of tropical jungle. Other activities in Hana include a visit to the freshwater caves of Waianapanapa State Park or the Hana Cultural Center for an appreciation of the history, legends and treasures of heavenly Hana. Visit hanamaui.com or call (808) 248-7800 for more information on visiting and staying in Hana during your next Hawaiian vacation.

One place in Hawaii you can't miss is the island of Kauai. Take one of six canopy zipline tours and experience this beautiful oasis from a unique perspective. Fly over the tree tops of the Kauai's rain forest, harnessed into a seat and attached to a cable that dips down a mountain, across valleys and over waterfalls. Canopy tours combine other activities like swimming next to twin waterfalls, kayaking through the Jungle Valley or hiking to Kipu Falls. View Kauai's breathtaking scenery as you fly across the forest on a series of ziplines for a cool Hawaiian memory you won't soon forget. Visit kauaiziplinetours.com for a description of the tours or call (866) 482-9775 for more information.

Located on the Big Island of Hawaii, Volcanoes National Park highlights two of the most active volcanoes in the world and illustrates the evolutionary process of the creation of the islands of Hawaii. Get an up close and personal view of dramatic volcanic landscapes and learn about the history and culture of the Hawaiian Islands during your visit to Hawaii's only World Heritage Site. There are two drive-in campgrounds where you can camp for free and a rustic camping hotel within Volcanoes National Park. Visit the Park's official website at nps.gov/havo , or call (808) 985-6000 for more information.