My first trip to Hawaii was a four-week exploration of four major islands—Oahu, Maui, Hawaii, and Kauai—each evincing a unique character and a different mix of photo opportunities. Oahu is the place for history and big surf, Maui offers a quiet paradise on its eastern coast, Hawaii includes active volcanoes and coffee plantations, and Kauai has mountains, gorgeous valleys, and wilderness hiking. January is generally a crowded time on the islands, but it was easy to find deserted beaches and quiet surroundings.
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| Turtle Bay, north coast of Oahu |
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| Abandoned cottage, near Hana, Maui |
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| West coast of Hawaii (Big Island) near Kailua-Kona |
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| Taro chip maker, Hanapepe, Kauai |
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| Ke’e Beach, north coast of Kauai |
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| Waterfall adjacent to Waimea Canyon, Kauai |