The Islands of Hawaii are an unforgettable destination for newlywed couples seeking a lifetime’s worth of experiences. With the warm glow of the sun shining as you relax by a pool, the soft ocean breezes while sunbathing and snorkeling, or the surrounding greenery as you embark on a tropical hike, the Hawaiian Islands are full of activities for couples who want to relax and those who want a little bit of adventure. In addition, with numerous resort options and amazing, award-winning restaurants to try, Hawaii is the perfect place to do it all! All that’s left is finding out which island truly fits you and your special someone.
Oahu
On the beach at Waikiki.
Oahu – with Waikiki, beautiful hikes, iconic attractions, and Honolulu, the biggest city in Hawaii – is often the most popular island for travelers visiting the Hawaiian Islands. For honeymooners, a few nights here can be a wonderful experience, whether you want to swim in Waikiki Beach, go on a whale-watching cruise, or try something new with your loved one. Soaring, anyone? On Oahu, with its mix of urban city in Honolulu and rural, countryside on the North Shore, you can do it all! Take up some surfing lessons, go on a hike up Diamond Head Crater Trail, or visit Pearl Harbor in the daytime and still have time to see a Hawaiian sunset and fireworks, experience a luau, or dine at an award-winning restaurant in the evening. Want more adventure? How about a hike up Kokohead Crater Trailhead? Although it may be a little short, compared to the other hikes on Oahu, don’t underestimate this steep path with a little over 1000 stairs! You can also go horseback riding, ride ATVs, take a helicopter ride, ziplining, hang gliding, and much more!
Hotel Recommendations:
Waikiki has the most options on Oahu but my top pick in Waikiki is the Moana Surf Rider. The Moana Surf Rider originally opened its doors in 1901 and continues to have the old Hawaii luxury aesthetic with modern sustainability. Unlike many of the hotels on the strip, the hotel exterior is so striking that it’s hard to miss the historic Victorian architecture of the Moana Surf Rider as you drive by on Kalakaua Avenue. Located right on Waikiki Beach in the heart of Waikiki is a bonus. You’ll have all the luxury of a beautiful Hawaii honeymoon with all the conveniences of small local and award-winning fine dining, spas, and activities at your fingertips.
Kauai
If city life isn’t your style, or you’re looking for a more slow-paced kind of honeymoon, then the island of Kauai is a beautiful place to relax and take it easy. Known as the Garden Isle of Hawaii, the laid-back atmosphere and lush green surroundings are perfect to explore beaches, take a Perfect for exploring with its wonderous waterfalls and lush forests, it’s a magnificent place to truly be in a tropical paradise. Even the resorts on Kauai are filled with greenery of their own like the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort or the Hanalei Bay Resort. And if you want a challenge, go to the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, the Waimea Canyon, for an entire day’s worth of adventure.
Hawaii
Also called The Big Island, Hawaii is a massive island but far less crowded compared to Oahu. With the chance for the two of you to get close to an active volcano and bask in the erupting lava bursting from the island. Or go the opposite direction and climb the snowy summit of Mauna Kea and have a chance to gaze at the stars mixed with a wonderful view of the island. With even more activities like camping, ziplining, or deep-sea fishing. You can even go to the black sand beach, Punalu’u, with an actual opportunity to see wild sea turtles! There are all sorts of opportunities to make endless endearing memories in Hawaii!
Lanai
Lanai is a special island that used to be a former pineapple plantation island and now it’s become the perfect remote resort. With all the activities of Hawaii with the untouched side of nature, Lanai is a great place to go to the beach and swim or even sail! Or you can hike through the tropical lands of the island and enjoy the surrounding environment in peace.
Maui
Although Maui has had it rough with the recent disaster, the island is open to visitors and tourists now more than ever. A perfect way to start your adventure here is by going to Mt. Haleakala, a 10,000-foot monster of a mountain with a breathtaking view. One of if not the best places to just stare off into the sunset and soak in the last of the sun’s rays. Then take the “Road to Hana” the massive scenic view wrapping around the island’s eastern coast. During the travel, make sure to stop by the waterfalls and forest hikes, and take in everything around you. If you ever get hungry along the road, there are food trucks at multiple stops giving you the perfect chance to rest and eat up before continuing your adventure!
