World-class surf is just one of the reasons that people call Hawaii a good vacation spot.
National Geographic reports that Hawaii attracts more than 6 million tourists each year who spend almost 11 billion dollars. Many elements combine to make Hawaii such a popular vacation spot.
Safe and Friendly Aloha Spirit
Tourists flock to Hawaii partially because the state is safe, and the people are welcoming and friendly. The native Aloha spirit is relaxing, inviting and refreshing for visitors -- especially those from large busy cities.
Golf
Hawaii offers more than 70 golf courses that range in size from nine to 54 holes. Golf has been a popular tourist activity since the first course -- Moanalua Golf Club nine hole course -- was built in 1898. Hawaii also hosts the PGA tour.
Natural Environment and Climate
Tourists are drawn to Hawaii's dramatic scenery, lush vegetation, waterfalls and warm climate of these volcanic islands. Frommer's describes Hawaii as "a tropical dreamscape of a landscape." The Hanauma Bay Mariene Preserve's tropical reef fish and quiet waters, attracts so many tourists that the government has had to cap admission and charge fees.
Beaches
Poipu Beach is one of the many along Hawaii's 750 miles of coastline.
Hawaii's diversity of beaches along the 750 miles of coastline offers something for every beach-going tourist: surfers, sunbathers, families and boaters. Tourists even have a choice of beach sand color, from bright white to volcanic jet black.
Adventure
Tourists looking for adventure activities enjoy the wide variety of adventure sports that Hawaii offers. Bicycling tours through the rain forest, whale watching, big game fishing, and snorkeling tropical reefs are just a few choices for adventure-seeking tourists.
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