Hula! You don’t have to pay to get into a tourist trap restaurant to enjoy a traditional Hawaiian hula dance. Kuhio Beach in Waikiki hosts free hula shows every day at 6:30, with huge dance troupes performing on weekends.
See it all from above. From a comfortable, state-of-the-art helicopter, local travel expert Will Squyers shares some of Hawaii’s hidden secrets. From above, you’ll see waterfalls, vistas, and canyons that can only be seen and appreciated from the air. Your charismatic pilot will pepper your flight with stories of the myths and legends of the islands. His impeccable safety record and luxurious chopper can put even nervous flyers at ease. Will Squyres, 888-245-HELI. http://www.helicopters-hawaii.com
Remember Pearl Harbor. While figuring out all the different ways you can enjoy yourselves during your Hawaiian honeymoon, take a moment to recall the brave men who gave their lives for our freedom. Traveling to the USS Arizona Memorial with a tour group is an easy way to get to Pearl Harbor. A good guide will help set the tone for your journey, stopping at Punchbowl National Cemetery for a moment of quiet reflection along the way. Discover Hawaii Tours, 800-946-4432. http://www.discoverhawaiitours.com
Learn about Polynesian culture. Visitors pack the Polynesian Cultural Center every day to watch islanders reenact war dances and other ancient traditions. During the day, you can explore seven distinct villages, spread out over forty-two acres. At nightfall, prepare for one of Hawaii’s most spectacular shows. Over a hundred native performers, including knife throwers and firewalkers, stage the largest Polynesian song and dance revue in the world. As one of the most popular attractions in Hawaii, the shows sell out almost every day. Therefore, book your tickets ahead of time to guarantee your seats. Polynesian Cultural Center, 800-367-7060. http://www.polynesia.com
