Kohala Coast, Big Island
Azure blue waters framed by rugged, black lava fields provide the unparalleled backdrop for tropical romance on the Big Island's Kohala Coast. Home to world-class resorts including Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, the Kohala Coast presents some of the finest beaches on Hawaii Island's west side. Refined dining destinations, luxurious spas and unmatched natural beauty compel visitors to relax and unwind in a serene and utterly magnificent setting. For newlyweds, a couple's massage, open-air dining or romantic walk along softly lit, oceanfront pathways never fails to inspire. 62-100 Mauna Kea Beach Drive, Kohala Coast, Hawaii 96743, (866) 977-4589; www.princeresortshawaii.com.
Waikiki, Oahu
Although hoards of tourists flock to this famous Hawaiian destination, Waikiki Beach always retains its romantic and luxurious charm. The famed 7-mile beach plays host to some of the finest luxury hotels in the world, including the venerable Royal Hawaiian Hotel and the Halekulani Hotel, which fronts one of the most desirable sections of beach in Waikiki. Luxury spas and fine dining are among the many amenities at these world-renowned hotels. Halekulani Hotel, 2199 Kalia Road, Honolulu, Hawaii 96815, (808) 923-2311; www.halekulani.com. / The Royal Hawaiian, 2259 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815, (808) 923-7311, www.royal-hawaiian.com.
Volcano Village, Big Island
While a tropical retreat may be most people's idea of a Hawaiian honeymoon, newlyweds should consider one of Hawaii's most unique destinations, Volcano Village on the Big Island of Hawaii. Located near the active Kilauea Volcano, this fern-shrouded area offers plentiful accommodations at bed and breakfast facilities tucked away in dense forests of ohia trees, the blossoms of which are the official flower of the Big Island. The luxurious Kilauea Lodge, with its wood-burning fireplace in the lobby, makes for a cozy setting when it's raining outside, while the covered hot-tub in the lush, misty gardens offers a prelude to romance. Kilauea Lodge, 19-3948 Old Volcano Road, Volcano Village, Hawaii 96785, (808) 967-7367; www.ilauealodge.com.
Wailea, Maui
One of the most desirable and beautiful locations on Maui, the island's southern shore is highlighted by the resort area of Wailea. Here, some of the most acclaimed resorts on the Islands include Four Seasons Resort Maui, which features a host of luxurious amenities including a premier luxury spa and a spectacular swimming pool reserved for guests 18 years and older. Another area resort, the magnificent Grand Wailea Resort Hotel & Spa presents candlelit dining at Wolfgang Puck's notable Spago restaurant, where the glow of tiki torches creates an intimate ambiance. Four Seasons Resort Maui, 3900 Wailea Alanui, Wailea, Maui, 96753, (808) 874-8000; www.FourSeasons.com/Maui. / Grand Wailea, 3850 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea, Maui, (800) 888-6100; www.grandwailea.com.
Best Places to Honeymoon in Hawaii originally published on Travels.com
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About the Author:
Karen Anderson (www.karenandersonwriter.com) is the managing editor of "At Home in West Hawaii" magazine and is a longtime contributing writer to West Hawaii Today, Old Towne Orange Plaza Review and many regional publications. She is also the award-winning author of "The Hawaii Home Book, Practical Tips for Tropical Living," published by Watermark Publishing.
