Does anyone know which island is best to visit in January? We want to be somewhat distanced from the busy downtown area but still want to be close enough to go and have fun. We also want to stay on an island that has a variety of activities we could participate in that will not be too expensive. Has anyone visited Hawaii in January at all and how is the weather? I have heard that it rains more on some of the islands. Any ideas would be appreciated! Also resort or hotel information if anyone has any recommendations. We will be honeymooning the week of January 15th, 2007.

1. rains some during that time of year. recommend oahu (I live here) and even tho it can be crowded w/tourists, there are lots to see and do that you can get away from the city. any island you go to will be expensive, and waikiki would be costly, due to tourism. try to go visit the north shore (waves would be awesome during that time..not to swim, but for the view). lots of hiking trails. would recommend sheraton moana surf rider (beach front hotel, awesome, but kind of pricey). or pacific beach hotel is nice too.
2. For our honeymoon, we stayed a few days in Kauai at the Hyatt Regency in Popi'u Beach, and rented a car and drove as far each way, just sightseeing. Then we flew to Honolulu and stayed in the Hilton Hawaiian. I think they upgraded us because we were honeymooning because we ended up with a corner room with an incredible view in two directions. We didn't bother with a car there as it's a pain to drive and find parking. But we managed to do a lot of walking, shopping, dining.
3. Aloha for first time Newlyweds definitely O'ahu - - - perhaps The Ihilani Spa & Resort, though it is Pricey - - - no reason why you cannot be within the bustle of Waikiki and still enjoy a quiet moment; check out The Pacific Beach Hotel, or off the beaten path but a local favorite, The Pagoda Hotel

   http://www.pagodahotel.com/
   "The 360-room Pagoda Hotel is home to the award-winning Pagoda Floating Restaurant, featuring a world-renowned koi pond and Japanese garden. The hotel is conveniently located between Waikiki and Downtown Honolulu, minutes from the Hawaii Convention Center and Ala Moana shopping district.

   The Pagoda Hotel exemplifies the successful and harmonious blending of Eastern and Western cultures with Hawaiian hospitality.

   Pagoda Hotel is part of the HTH Corporation hotel collection, which includes the 837-room Pacific Beach Hotel, located directly across from Waikiki Beach, and 460-room King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel, located in the heart of Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii"

   http://www.pacificbeachhotel.com/…

   "The 837-room Pacific Beach Hotel is located directly across from Waikiki Beach. The hotel is home to the landmark, three-story, 280,000-gallon indoor oceanarium, the dramatic backdrop for its three award-winning restaurants: Neptune's Garden, Shogun, and Oceanarium Restaurant.

   Pacific Beach Hotel is part of the HTH Corporation hotel collection, which includes the 360-room Pagoda Hotel, located minutes from the new Hawaii Convention Center, and 460-room King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel, located in the heart of Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii"

   Have a wonderful time.

   Peace

4. I would recommend the island of Kauai the garden island, it is just beautiful and the flower state. I would also recommend going to a real Hawaiian luau Congratulations on your wedding.
5. I would go to Maui over all the other Islands. Owahu is too busy and a mess to get around in any month. You can not park anywhere if you drove there and the restaurants are completely packed. The big Island has very little to do, just lots of lookouts and so on. It gets boring quickly-good for one day. Maui is the place for Honeymooners. You can drive to most of the Island and there is plenty to see and do and it is not too clouded. Expect temps of 75-85 every day…..KECK

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My fiance and I are looking into honeymooning in Hawaii, though we have never been. What is the best Island for Honeymooners, and are there any all inclusive reosrts?We are on a budget so we are looking for a good package deal. I dont want anywhere that is too busy, with beautiful beaches and landscapes. Any tips would be helpful. Thanks!

1. each of the islands offers some great beaches and landscapes.

   Oahu will have the most "to do" as it is the most urban island. It may also be the cheapest because it is the easiest to get to (the main airport is there) and there are lots of resorts. In Honolulu you can get around easy without renting a car - there are buses everywhere and taxis too. If you explore the island you might need a car - or take the circle island bus… there is definately plenty to see and do while you are there.

   The Big Island is my favorite - it has a little of eveything plus the only island with active volcanos, the trouble is, it is big - you will need a car to get around unless you plan on staying at a resort the whole time.

   Maui is great, but seemed to be geared a little more to higher end tourists.

   Kauai is probably the most laid back and quiet island - it is also called the garden isle. there isn't as much "city" stuff (restaurants, shopping, clubs, bars, etc.) there.

2. go to maui. you will love it been to all the island ,for romance its maui
3. the best island for honeymooners is Oahu. Believe me, I've lived there for 10 years, which is basically my whole life, and Oahu has the best, beautiful beaches, beautiful landscapes, and it really isn't that busy! also, since you are on a budget, it is really affordable for you and your honey! if you choose to go to oahu, have fun with you and your honey
4. I have read Kauai is supposed to be quieter.

   http://www.kauai-hawaii.com/

5. Yes, I agree, Kauai is my favorite Hawaiian island.

   I have been to Hawaii 4 times, and two of those times were on Kauai.

6. I'd love to
7. mainlander who lived in Hawaii for awhile
8. My husband and I Weddingmooned on the island of Kauai. It has almost a rural feel, quiet, not very busy but lots of great waterfalls and scenery. It's the oldest island and has no active volcanoes (my husband was disappointed about this). We actually rented a home that had everything (even a rice cooker!) and just went to the store and grilled out a lot (the place had a sweet gas grill). It was up in the mountains so it was cheaper than a beach side home (like 5 minutes from the nearest beach) and only like 900 bucks for the week. At the time (this was in 2000) it was the best deal I could find as all the inclusives were like 200 a day. I don't have the web address for this place anymore b/c it's changed but I'd recommend searching rental homes and factor in groceries costs it may be cheaper. I really can't say enough about Kauai, I've had friends and coworkers go and most like the island of Kauai the best. The ones that didn't were more into the nightlife than my husband and I. Good Luck and Congrats!!

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