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lei placed around someone's neck with the warm greeting
of "Aloha", Hawaii Five-O, and Don Ho singing
"Tiny Bubbles." Those are just some of the
things that probably come to mind when people think
about Hawaii. It's not just leis, warm greetings,
and celebrities that make Hawaii a tourist spot. Its
luxurious Hawaiian hotels and beautiful scenery make
it one of the world's most popular honeymoon destinations.
If you close your eyes and envision what Hawaii looks
like, you will find yourself conjuring up images of
verdant tropical landscapes. Large flowers blossom
in an array of colors in the lush hills and mountains
of the volcanic-based islands. Underneath the clearest
of skies, you'll see icy blue waters contrasting against
rugged, brown-colored, cliffs. It's not just the topography
that's diverse. The cultures of the ancient Polynesians,
Europeans, and Asians all co-exist in tranquil harmony.
Visitors will find Shinto temples among modern nightclubs
and bars, shopping plazas, and golf courses. Some
of the major attractions involve ecotourism, culture,
history, and art. The state has 8 islands: Hawaii,
Kauai, Lanai, Maui, Molokai, Oahu, Niihau and Kahoolawe.
Guests will find a variety of attractions and hotels
on each of Hawaii's islands. Allow Hawaii Hotels Online
direct you to the best attractions and accommodations
on the islands.
Visiting Hawaii
Most
people are familiar with the large Polynesian and
Asian communities in Hawaii. In the mid 1800s, as
businessmen were plotting to overthrow the island's
monarchy and establish a provincial government, workers
from Japan were brought in to harvest the islands'
main crop, sugar. A hurricane in 1899 brought another
group of immigrants to the islands - Puerto Ricans.
In 1900, 114 men, women, and children set sail from
San Juan. With a lack of food and water, several perished.
Only 56 made it to the territory. This period is called
"Trabajo y tristeza" or "work and sorrow."
More than 5,000 more Puerto Ricans would make another
trip from Puerto Rico to settle on sugar plantations
on Oahu, the Big Island, and Maui. That small group
currently has a community that makes up one of Hawaii's
various cultures.
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