Hawaii dreamin’

Ohana. This Hawaiian word caught my eye as I glanced over one of the Hawaiian-inspired condominium brochures lying on the table.

I asked mom if she knows what it means, and she said, “Yes, it means family.” I told her it also reminded me of the movie ‘Lilo and Stitch’ where the phrase “Ohana means family” is always mentioned. It also sparked a sudden interest about Hawaii. After all, my aunt who’s based in Maui would always send us through the mail some big wall calendars with photos of Hawaii’s best landscapes and views.

And who wouldn’t dream of Hawaii vacations? It’s an island paradise, not only for the locals but for its visitors as well. Some of the major islands in Hawaii include Oahu, Maui and Kauai. The beaches, volcanoes, lush forests and other tropical landscapes in the Hawaiian Islands are indeed scenic spots for the nature lover. For the adventurous, there are many exciting things to do as well like surfing, mountain biking, hiking or diving.

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Photo credits: Julius Silver (www.foto-julius.at)