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How to Have Fun With the Family in Hawaii

By John Fischer, About.com

While most people think of Hawaii as a place for lovers, it is also a great place to have fun with the entire family.
Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: 1- 4 hours
Here's How:
  1. Hike to the top of Diamond Head on Oahu.
  2. Spend at day at the Polynesian Cultural Center in Laie on Oahu.
  3. Visit the Iolani Palace in Honolulu - the only Royal Residence in the USA.
  4. Spend some time at Sea Life Park and the Honolulu Zoo on Oahu.
  5. Shop till you drop at the International Marketplace in Waikiki.
  6. Go whale watching on the waters near Maui.
  7. Watch the sun rise from the summit of Haleakala on Maui. 
  8. Take a day and drive to Hana and beyond on Maui.
  9. Go snorkeling at Molokini Atol.
  10. Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island of Hawaii.
  11. Go horseback riding in the Waipio Valley of the Big Island of Hawaii.
  12. Swim with dolphins at Dolphin Quest at the Hilton Waikoloa on the Big Island
  13. Explore the Waimea Canyon - the Grand Canyon of the Pacific on Kauai.
  14. Take a trip on the Wailua River to the Fern Grotto on Kauai.
  15. See the Na Pali Coast of Kauai from the ocean or from a helicopter.
Tips:
  1. Hawaii can be a culture shock for adults. The same is true for children. Be patient.
  2. Take lots of photos of your trip. These are memories for a lifetime.
  3. Give your children options. What do they really want to see and do?
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