2. On the eastern
side of Maui, drive along the ever-winding Hana Highway, a 68-mile
road lined with waterfalls, hiking trails, and lush Hawaiian
greenery. Beware: This twisty trip isn't for the weak of stomach.
3. The Big Island
is home to one of the state's most startling (and other-worldly)
places: Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, where, depending on
conditions, hot lava may flow just inches below your feet as you
hike. $10 per vehicle for a seven-day pass. (808) 985-6000,
www.nps.gov/havo
4. On Kauai, watch
for sea turtles and spinner dolphins as you cruise along the water
to one of the state's many beautiful hiking destinations, the
famous cliffs of the Na Pali Coast State Park (
www.hawaiistateparks.org). If
you prefer to hop on a catamaran to the area, Domingo recommends
Captain Andy's Sailing Adventures (808-535-0830,
www.napali.com). Another option is to
speed into the sea caves on a Zodiac with Na Pali Explorer
(877-335-9909,
www.napaliexplorer. com).
5. Travel
throughout Polynesia - from
Hawaii to Tonga, Samoa, and beyond - by
touring the re-created villages at the Polynesian Cultural Center,
which is an hour outside Waikiki. Domingo suggests making a full
day of it: You can stay to watch the canoe pageant and then dine at
the evening luau. (800) 367-7060,
www.polynesia.com
6. Get your day
started Hawaiian-style with breakfast at Kauai's Kountry Kitchen.
Domingo recommends ordering the local favorite: macadamia-nut
banana pancakes. 1485 Kuhio Highway, (808) 822-3511