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Hilo, HI local time GMT-10 hrs
	Temperature: 23°C Wind (dir / speed): SSW / 3 mph Sunrise: 06:24 | Sunset: 17:44 Last Updated: 13:30 (today)
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The tropical island paradise of Hawaii has some of the most exotic landscapes on earth. Lying 2400 miles (3860km) off mainland USA, Hawaii consists of eight islands and is the 50th American state. From fiery volcanoes, lush rainforests and white sandy beaches with warm, crystal clear water, it is an ideal destination for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts.

Hawaii is also known as the Big Island because it’s nearly twice the size of all the other Hawaiian islands combined. Some also call it the ‘Orchid Isle’ as over 10,000 species of orchids are grown there and ‘Volcano Island’ due to the two towering peaks of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa. Hawaii is a diverse island with 11 of the 14 known climate zones in the world from desert ‘lavascapes’ to snow-capped mountains and beaches to tropical rain forest.

Maui is the second largest island in the Hawaiian Island chain and is a haven for watersports. The nickname of Maui is "The Valley Island" because the island is formed by two parallel and now dormant volcanoes with a valley between them.

Oahu is the third largest island and is the tip of an underwater mountain. The island is roughly shaped like an elephant's head, with the Waianae Range on the west, and the long Koolau Range on the east of the island.

Kauai, is known as the Garden Island as half is a richly green protected conservation area. The breathtaking scenery is a favourite with filmmakers and well known pictures such as ‘South Pacific’ and ‘Jurassic Park’ have been filmed here.