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Hawaii Basics...

Hawaii conjures up visions of a tropical paradise. From quiet Molokai to action-oriented Oahu, each island has an atmosphere of its own.

The Hawaiian islands are perfect for surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, hiking, riding outrigger canoes or catamarans, and watching volcanoes erupt or whales breach. It's the place for sightseeing from helicopters, sipping mai tais, Kona coffee, and enjoying macadamia nuts or fresh, juicy pineapple. Beaches have white, black, and even green sand, and if you know where to look, you can uncover hidden volcanic swimming pools and ancient heiau (stone temples) and rock carvings. Explore jungles on horseback or on foot, or sleep the day away beneath a palm tree. When the tropical heat gets to you, retreat to a rustic cabin in the cool mountains.

Although there are 132 islands in the state of Hawaii, only 4 of them have become highly popular tourist destinations; Hawaii (The big island), Oahu, Kauai and Maui.

Two other islands that are gaining in popularity are Molokai and Lanai.

Quick Facts About Our 50th State...

Fact	Hawaii	USA
Population, 2003	1,257,608	290,809,777
Persons under 5 years old	6.5%	6.8%
Persons under 18 years old	24.4%	25.7%
Persons 65 years old and over	13.3%	12.4%
Households	403,240	105,480,101
Persons per household	2.92	2.59
Land area, 2000 (square miles)	6,423	3,537,438
Persons per square mile, 2000	188.6	79.6
Median household income	$49,820	$41,994

The Climate in Hawaii...

The outstanding features of Hawaii's climate include mild temperatures throughout the year, moderate humidity, persistence of northeasterly trade winds, significant differences in rainfall within short distances, and infrequent severe storms. In a word... perfect!

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun
Average temp. (°F)	69.6	69.6	70.2	70.9	71.8	72.8
High temperature (°F)	77.7	78.1	78.3	78.6	79.2	79.9
Low temperature (°F)	61.4	61.1	62.0	63.2	64.5	65.7
Precipitation (in)	3.5	2.6	3.4	4.2	3.9	4.7

	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average temp. (°F)	73.9	74.5	74.5	74.3	72.9	70.9
High temperature (°F)	80.8	81.8	82.0	81.9	80.5	78.9
Low temperature (°F)	67.0	67.1	67.0	66.5	65.3	62.7
Precipitation (in)	4.5	3.7	4.5	4.0	2.2	2.3

	Did you Know...	Popular Hawaiian Phrases...
	Hawaii is the only state that grows coffee. More than 1/3 of the world's commercial supply of pineapples comes from Hawaii. There are only 12 letters in the Hawaiian alphabet. Vowels: A, E, I, O, U Consonants: H, K, L, M, N, P, W From east to west Hawaii is the widest state in the United States. The Hawaiian Islands are the tops of the biggest mountain range in the world. Hawaii was the 50th state admitted to the union on August 20th, 1959. Island flowers and colors used to represent each island. Niihau - Pupu Shell - White Kauai - Mokihana (Green Berry) - Purple Oahu - Ilima -Yellow Maui - Lokelani (Pink Cottage Rose) - Pink Molokai - White Kukui Blossom - Green Lanai - Kaunaoa (Yellow and Orange Air Plant) - Orange Kahoolawe - Hinahina (Beach Heliotrope) - Grey Big Island of Hawaii - Lehua Ohia - Red Hawaii has its own time zone. There is no daylight savings time.	A hui hou kakou Until we meet again Aloha kakahiaka Good morning Aloha `auinala Good afternooon Aloha ahiahi Good evening Aloha `oe Farewell to you A`ole pilikia You're welcome Hana Hou! One more time! Hau`oli la Hanau Happy Birthday Hau`oli la Ho'omana'o Happy Anniversary Hau`oli la o na Makuahine Happy Mother's Day Hau`oli la o na Makua Happy Father's Day Hau`oli Makahiki Hou Happy New Year Kipa hou mai Come visit again Mahalo Thank you Mahalo nui loa Thank you very much Me ka `oia`i`o With sincerity Mele Kalikimaka Merry Christmas Mau Loa Forever Nau wale no Just for you `O wai kou inoa? What is your name? Pomaika`i Good Luck Pua Kaunu Passion Blossom Wehi Lani Heavenly Adornment

Maps of Each Island...

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Hawaii	Oahu	Kauai	Maui	Molokai & Lanai