Beyond Oceania This neighbouring destination is covered as an add-on to an Oceania trip.
- CapitalHonolulu
- CurrencyUS dollar (USD)
- LanguagesEnglish, Hawaiian
- Main hubHonolulu (HNL)
- EntryUS entry rules (ESTA or visa)
- Drives onRight
Geographically part of Polynesia but politically a US state, Hawaii is the northern point of the Polynesian triangle and a natural stopover between North America and the South Pacific. Highlights include Waikīkī and Pearl Harbor on O'ahu, sunrise at Haleakalā on Maui, Kīlauea on the Big Island and the Nā Pali Coast on Kaua'i.
See combining Hawaii with the South Pacific.
Where to stay in Hawaii
Compare hotels, resorts and guesthouses with free cancellation on many rooms. Via Booking.com.
Landmarks map
Top landmarks
Haleakalā
Maui's 3,055 m volcano, famous for sunrise above the clouds.
Tours & activities in Hawaii
Day trips, cruises and guided experiences, many with free cancellation. Via GetYourGuide.
Guides & articles
The Best Honeymoon Destinations in Oceania
Overwater bungalows, private islands and alpine lodges: the best honeymoon spots in Oceania compared, with the best months to go and rough nightly costs.
What to Pack for Oceania: Packing Lists, Reef-Safe Sunscreen and Biosecurity Rules
Lagoons, alpine passes and outback heat in one trip. Here is what to pack for Oceania, which sunscreens to avoid, and how to stay on the right side of strict Australia and NZ biosecurity rules.
Easter Island (Rapa Nui) Guide: Moai, Rano Raraku and Getting There
Rapa Nui is the remote eastern corner of the Polynesian Triangle. Here is how to get there, the 2026 park rules, the moai sites not to miss and how to plan your days.
Combining Hawaii with Tahiti, Fiji or the Cook Islands
Honolulu is a natural gateway to the South Pacific. Here is how to pair Hawaii with Tahiti, Fiji or the Cook Islands, with direct routes and sample itineraries.
Getting Around Oceania: Island Flights, Ferries, Trains and Driving on the Left
Island flights that run once a week, ferries worth taking, scenic trains and tips for driving on the left: a practical guide to moving around Oceania.
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