Seemingly set adrift in the middle of the vast Pacific Ocean, the Hawaiian Islands have always been a secluded and coveted piece of paradise. When the Polynesians first happened upon them in their seafaring canoes in around 250,450 AD, they took great pains to return again and again.

And it's easy to see why. With world-famous white sandy beaches, verdant tropical rainforests, chiseled green mountains, and awe-inspiring waterfalls, Hawaii is hard to resist. This chain of seven islands enjoys wonderfully mild weather and plenty of sunshine year–round.

In the mid-1800s, sugar and pineapple plantations brought together people from a plethora of ethnic backgrounds: Hawaiian, Japanese, Chinese, Filipino, Korean, Tahitian, Vietnamese, Samoan, Tongan, African-American, Portuguese, English, French, German, Irish, Italian, Scottish, Spanish and Puerto Rican. The result is a unique island culture that is as diverse as its population — a diversity that can be found in everything from its fusion cuisine to its mix of customs preserved from various homelands and the pidgin English vernacular that is often spoken.

Today, Hawaii's 1.2 million residents enjoy a laid-back lifestyle, one that incorporates a thriving culinary scene, a rich cultural history, and, of course, activities that take full advantage of the state's excellent beaches and natural settings.

Discover how to make Hali'i Kai your Hawaii island home today. Call us at 1.877.955.9633.