Hawaii is the most extraordinary archipelago in the world — six main islands, each with its own distinct character, in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Active volcanoes, world-class surf, lush valleys, extraordinary marine life and a unique Polynesian culture make it the most beautiful US state by a considerable margin.

Maui is widely considered the most beautiful island — the extraordinary Road to Hana, the Haleakala volcano sunrise, the world-class snorkelling of Molokini Crater and the whale watching (November to April). The resort areas of Wailea and Ka'anapali have the finest hotels in Hawaii.

The Big Island is the most geologically active place on earth — Hawaii Volcanoes National Park has two active volcanoes, lava flows and the extraordinary Halema'uma'u crater. The black sand beaches, the manta ray night dives and the stargazing from Mauna Kea (the world's best) are unmissable.

Oahu is the most visited island — Waikiki Beach, Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial, Diamond Head crater hike and the North Shore's legendary surf breaks. Honolulu is the most cosmopolitan city in Hawaii.

Kauai is the most dramatic and least developed — the extraordinary Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon and the Hanalei Valley. The most beautiful island in Hawaii.

The best time to visit is April to June and September to November — warm, sunny and with fewer crowds than summer. We search across Travelpack, Emirates Holidays and JTA Holidays for the best deals, with the FIBI discount applied automatically.