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Whether you want to visit Big Island's Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, relax on Waikiki Beach, or take a boat tour of Kauai's Napali Coast, the local Fodor's travel experts in Hawaii are here to help! Fodor's Essential Hawaii guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor's "Essential" guides were named by Booklist as the Best Travel Guide Series of 2020!Fodor's Essential Hawaii travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and doMULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your timeMORE THAN 30 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidentlyCOLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and morePHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on "Maui's Best Beaches," "Oahu's Natural Wonders," "What to Eat and Drink in Hawaii", and moreTRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and moneyHISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography, and moreSPECIAL FEATURES on "Hawaiian Cultural Traditions," "Snorkeling in Hawaii," "Pearl Harbor," "Hawaii Volcanoes National Park," and moreLOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gemsHAWAIIAN LANGUAGE PRIMER with useful words and essential phrasesUP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Maui, Oahu, Kauai, the Big Island, Molokai, Lanai, Haleakala National Park, Waikiki, and more.Planning on visiting just an individual island? Check out Fodor's Maui, Fodor's Oahu, Fodor's Kauai, and Fodor's Big Island of Hawaii.*Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition.ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!

The Hawaiian Alphabet is a whimsical book that makes it fun for kids to learn the Hawaiian alphabet. Each spread matches a letter of the Hawaiian alphabet with a Hawaiian word, its English translation and an adorable illustration. With every turn of the page, children will discover the Hawaiian word for turtle, whale, love and many more. Kids will love all the bright colorful animals and parents will enjoy the sophisticated midcentury modern design. This is the kind of book that parents will want to spend quality time sharing with their children over and over again.

1889, Iolani Palace, O'ahu: The majestic Hawaiian Kingdom teeters on the brink of oblivion. At its heart stands Victoria Ward, a woman of royal Hawaiian blood, bound by her lineage and duty. Armed with vast lands, ancient cultural rituals, and the unwavering loyalty of her villagers, she becomes the beacon of hope for a nation under threat.But as the sands of time flow, will Victoria's efforts prove enough to salvage the once-glorious realm she cherishes? Her legacy echoes through generations, influencing descendants who remain fiercely devoted to their roots.Decades later, an invaluable treasure, left behind by Victoria, is discovered by her kin. Could this discovery be the key to resurrecting the splendor of the Gilded Age of the Hawaiian Kingdom? Join the journey across eras, where history and destiny intertwine, and the past might just shape the future.

A U.S. naval counterintelligence officer working to safeguard Pearl Harbor; A Japanese spy ordered to Hawaii to gather information on the American fleet. On December 7, 1941, their hidden stories are exposed by a morning of bloodshed that will change the world forever.

Portable, up-to-date, and to-the-point, Frommer's Maui day by day is all about maximizing the time you have to spend in this enchanting Hawaiian paradise. This itinerary-based book, written by Hawaii resident and established travel journalist Jeanne Cooper, hits all of Maui's highlights-as well as hidden gems-with plans crafted for visitors with a variety of needs and interests. Whether you want to catch a sunrise atop a volcano, swim in secluded waterfall pools, dine on ultra-gourmet cuisine, golf your way around the island, or stroll through bamboo forests, this guide is for you. Inside the guide: Full-color photos and useful maps, including a tear-resistant foldout map in its own resealable envelope. Best of Maui itineraries for seeing the island in a limited amount of time Outdoor adventures for travelers of all ages and skill levels to explore Maui's volcanoes, beaches, waterfalls, and wildlife Rewarding experiences for families, couples, food lovers, and those interested in Hawaii's rich history and culture Reliable, impartial reviews of the best shops, restaurants, spas, nightlife, and hotels in all price ranges. No entity has paid to be in this guide-or any Frommer's guide. At Frommer's we pride ourselves on decades of journalistic integrity. Helpful planning tips for getting there, getting around, saving money, and getting the most from your trip About Frommer's: There's a reason that Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for more than 60 years. Arthur Frommer created the bestselling guide series in 1957 to help American service members fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe. Since then, we have published thousands of titles, becoming a household name by helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.

Comprehensive and fully updated, Frommer's Hawaii covers all the major Hawaiian Islands, and takes you from world-famous beaches to secluded rain-forests to authentic luaus and everywhere in between.  Frommer's only works with expert, seasoned journalists, and on this title both know every inch of the islands and they're not afraid to tell the truth. With their reliable, straight-shooting advice, you'll be snorkeling in palm-fringed lagoons, catching the sunrise over a soaring volcano, relaxing on postcard-ready beaches, and experiencing Hawaii's rich cultural traditions and innovative regional cuisine-everything you need for an unforgettable trip. Frommer's Hawaii contains:Color maps and photos, including a handy pullout map. Detailed itineraries for planning a trip to suit your interests and make the most of your time. Authentic experiences honoring Hawaii's diverse topography, cultural traditions, food, and customs. Outdoor adventures for travelers of all ages and skill levels to explore the islands' jungles, beaches, seas and mountains, plus information on the best outfitters to help on some of those excursions. Reliable, impartial reviews with star ratings of the best restaurants, tours, shops, attractions and hotels-and the ones to avoid. No entity has paid to be in this guide-or any Frommer's guide. We pride ourselves on over six decades of journalistic integrity. Accurate, up-to-date info on transportation, useful websites, telephone numbers, and other resources you'll need. Money-saving tips and exact pricing for travelers on any budget-from backpacker to luxury. Planning advice for getting there, getting around, saving money, and getting the most from your trip. About Frommer's: There's a reason that Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for more than 65 years. Arthur Frommer created the bestselling guide series in 1957 to help American service members fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe. Since then, we have published thousands of titles, becoming a household name by helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.

Portable, up-to-date, and to-the-point,Frommers Honolulu and Oahu day by dayis all about maximizing the time you have to spend in Hawaiis liveliest slice of paradise. This itinerary-based book, written by long-time resident Jeanne Cooper, hits all of Oahus highlightsand its hidden gemsfrom soaking up rays on world-famous Waikiki Beach to hiking through rainforests, visiting Pearl Harbor and catching the sunrise over Diamond Head.The guide contains:Full-color photos and useful maps, including a tear-resistant foldout mapDaily itinerariesfor seeing the sights in a limited amount of timeOutdoor adventuresfor travelers of all ages to explore Oahus beaches, mountains, and junglesRewarding experiencesfor families, couples, food lovers, and those interested in Hawaiis culture and rich history, from indigenous customs to World War IIReliable reviewsof the best shops, restaurants, nightlife, and hotels, in all price ranges (from budget to luxury)Helpful planning tipsfor getting there, getting around, and getting the most from your tripFully updated post lockdowns.About Frommers:Theres a reason that Frommers has been the most trusted name in travel for more than sixty years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles became a household name helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommers.

KEY SELLING POINTS FOR THE SALES FORCE:*CURATED AND RELEVANT: Focused coverage on only the best places so travelers can make the most out of their limited time. Carefully vetted recommendations for all types of establishments and price points. *CONCISE: Shortened reviews presented with brevity and focus. All hotel reviews have "Pros"

Could you marry a man yoüve never met? Three Korean women in 1918 make a life-changing journey to Hawaii, where they will marry, having seen only photographs of their intended husbands.Different fates await each of these women. Hong-ju, who dreams of a marriage of `natural love¿, meets a man who looks twenty years older than his photograph; Song-hwa, who wants to escape from her life of ridicule as the granddaughter of a shaman, meets a lazy drunkard. And then there¿s Willow, whose 26-year-old groom, Taewan, looks just like his image ¿Real life doesn¿t always resemble a picture, but there¿s no going back. And while things don¿t turn out quite as they¿d hoped, even for Willow, they do find something that makes their journey worthwhile ¿ each other.