Pacific
Luxury Hawaii Holidays & Resorts
— The Destination —
Volcanic islands shaped by ocean and lava. A Pacific palette, ancient Polynesian culture and resorts that fold quietly into both. Island-hop by private aircraft between the Kona Coast of the Big Island, the beaches of Maui, the surf of Oahu and the dramatic ridges of Kauai.
— When to go —
Best time to visit
April to June and September to November — fewer visitors, pleasant temperatures and ideal surf and hiking conditions across the islands.
Climate & weather
Tropical and remarkably consistent year-round (24–31°C). Microclimates vary dramatically: the Kona Coast is sunny and dry, Hilo and Kauai's north shore are lush and wet, and upcountry Maui can be positively cool.
— Places to visit —
Highlights of Hawaii
Haleakalā National Park
sunrise above the clouds from a 10,000-foot volcanic crater on Maui.
Pearl Harbor & USS Arizona Memorial
historic memorial on Oahu's south coast.
Mauna Kea
the world's tallest mountain from base to summit, with stargazing at the observatory.
Nā Pali Coast
sheer sea cliffs, sea caves and waterfalls accessible only by boat, hike or helicopter on Kauai.
Volcanoes National Park
active lava flows, lava tubes and the Kīlauea caldera on the Big Island.
Road to Hana
Maui's legendary coastal drive through rainforest, waterfalls and black-sand beaches.
— Beyond Hawaii —
Nearby attractions & onward journeys
Molokai & Lanai
quieter neighbour islands reachable by short inter-island flight.
French Polynesia
Bora Bora and the Tuamotus, a long-haul south-Pacific pairing.
California Coast
a natural mainland gateway and onward connection.
Papahānaumokuākea Marine Monument
remote north-western Hawaiian Islands by special expedition.
— Where to stay —