Hawaii

Since the latest eruption began in 1983, Kilauea Volcano has been adding new land to the Big Island rather steadily. — Fodor's

A National Historic Landmark, this gorgeous royal estate blends Italianate and Polynesian styles, a singular mashup referred to as American Florentine. — Condé Nast Traveler

The huge, centuries-old temples... lie in ruins at this ancient historical site, sacred to native Hawaiians. — Travel + Leisure

An easy, meandering 10-minute loop trail... takes you to the best spots to see the spectacular cascades of Akaka. — Fodor's

Quite simply, this is one of the most historic sites in all of Hawaii. — Fodor's

Hiking into Maui’s dormant volcano is the best way to see it. The terrain inside the wilderness area of the volcano... is astonishing. — Frommer's

Bird watching at its finest. Take this opportunity to view red-footed boobies, Laysan albatrosses, wedge-tailed shearwaters, and other seabirds in their natural habitat. — Where

In addition to jaw-dropping canyon vistas and ocean views, you can also see several fine specimens of native trees, including koa and ohia, as well as invasive species such as kiawe. — Lonely Planet

Hawaii’s famous green-sand beach is located at the base of Puu o Mahana, an old cinder cone spilling into the sea. — Frommer's

The Kauai Museum is houses a permanent collection of photographs and various Hawaiian artifacts. The museum gift shop has beautiful works of Hawaiian art. — Where

Green sea turtles love to bask on this remote, black-sand beach, beautifully framed by palm trees and easily photographed from the bluff above. — Frommer's

Visiting the famous “Black Sand Beach” is a highlight of any Hana itinerary, and campers who stay at this state-run campground have it right in their backyard. — Travel + Leisure

Even if you do not have kids, this is a must-see on your vacation. — Frommer's

A perennial “best beach” winner, the long swath of Poipu is actually two beaches in one, divided by a tombolo, or sandbar point. — Frommer's

The 252-acre McBryde Garden has the world's largest collection of native Hawaiian flora, plus other rare Pacific species. — Michelin Guide

Picture paradise: a white, sandy beach fringed with palm trees and fragrant tropical plants, licked by crystal-clear, aqua-blue surf. — Michelin Guide

More than 2,000 species of tropical plants thrive in this little-known Eden by the sea. — Frommer's