Hawaii

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

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

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

Floating over the hulk of a sunken battleship, the concave, 184-foot white-concrete bridge marks the permanent tomb of 1,177 sailors killed in the Pearl Harbor attack. — Michelin Guide

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

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

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

The longest stretch of beach in Hawaii... backed by sand dunes 50 to 100 feet tall. — Fodor's

Photographs, murals and artifacts chronicle the sweeter side of Maui's history, and the interplay of geography, water and people in growing sugarcane and producing sugar. — Michelin Guide

Recreated individual villages showcase the lifestyles and traditions of Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, Fiji, the Marquesas Islands, New Zealand, and Tonga. — Fodor's

Formerly known as The Contemporary Art Museum, this is the only place in Hawaii devoted exclusively to contemporary art. — Where

This palm-fringed, gold-sand beach is bordered by black-lava fingers, protecting swimmers from ocean currents. In summer, Hulopoe is perfect for swimming, snorkeling, or just lolling about. — 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

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

The beach is just a small strip of sand with lots of coral in the water. Even for the unadventurous, a stop at the lookout point is well worth the time. — Fodor's

Hanaiakamalama was the summer retreat of Queen Emma, the consort of King Kamehamena IV, and their son Prince Albert Edward. — Travel + Leisure

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