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WELCOME TO HAWAII
Hawaii overflows with natural beauty. Piercing the surface of the Pacific from the ocean floor, the Hawaiian Islands are garlanded with soft sand beaches and dramatic volcanic cliffs. Long days of sunshine and fairly mild year-round temperatures make this an all-season destination, and the Islands offeringsfrom urban Honolulu on Oahu to the luxury resorts of Maui to the natural wonders of Kauai and the Big Islandappeal to all kinds of visitors. Less-developed Lanai and Molokai are quieter, but all the Islands are rich in Hawaiian culture.
TOP REASONS TO GO
Beaches: Every island claims its share of postcard-perfect strands.
Resorts: Spas, pools, lavish gardens, and golf courses make relaxing easy.
Pearl Harbor: This historic memorial site on Oahu is not to be missed.
Napali Coast: Kauais jagged emerald-green coast makes an unforgettable excursion.
Whale-Watching: In winter humpback whales swim right off Mauis shores.
Volcanoes National Park: On the Big Island you can explore the worlds most active volcano.
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Photo Credits: Cover: Maridav/Shutterstock; Experience Hawaii: ImagineGolf / iStockphoto; Oahu: Drazen Vukelic/Shutterstock; Maui: Svecchiotti | Dreamstime.com; The Big Island: Chadc | Dreamstime.com; Kauai: MNStudio | Dreamstime.com; Molokai: Molokai Visitors Association; Lanai: Islandleigh | Dreamstime.com
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EUGENE FODOR
Hungarian-born Eugene Fodor (190591) began his travel career as an interpreter on a French cruise ship. The experience inspired him to write On the Continent (1936), the first guidebook to receive annual updates and discuss a countrys way of life as well as its sights. Fodor later joined the U.S. Army and worked for the OSS in World War II. After the war, he kept up his intelligence work while expanding his guidebook series. During the Cold War, many guides were written by fellow agents who understood the value of insider information. Todays guides continue Fodors legacy by providing travelers with timely coverage, insider tips, and cultural context.