Some travelers love nothing better than to bathe in the sun. Others revel in immersing themselves in history and culture. Then there are those who are born to shop. We all know the type. In fact, we might ourselves be the type. There are some people for whom shopping is not a necessity but a sport. Insight Shopping Guides are a play book for the avid shopper who wants to level the playing field when he or she competes against natives for the best goods and deals the city has to offer. This series is for the discerning consumer who needs a little help navigating around an unfamiliar city. They are ideal shopping companions for travelers wanting lively, informative background material on the best shopping areas and reliable advice on finding the most reliable service.
I thought this was a good overview of the islands, the history and what there is to do and see. I also have their Alaska book and I felt that there Alaska book was better as that book pointed out the must see activities. The Hawaii book mostly covered everything and didn't point much out as must see. I also purchased a travel book for each island we are going to visit, "(Insert Island name) Revealed" and I found those to have much better information. Overall this is a good starting point for your vacation research.
OK, our trip to Hawaii was great@ This was a very helpful book - a good guide to all of the islands. Heavy on tourist spots, not that there's anything wrong with that, but our trip had a more active focus. Good descriptions of short hikes to waterfalls and beaches included.