Dear Editors,

I am having a hard time trying to figure out which island in Hawaii to visit. My daughter and I want a relaxing vacation - mostly just hanging out near the ocean and pool. We don't want an itinerary, and we would like to stay in a hotel that has everything around it. We do not want to rent a car either. It also has to be a nice hotel that has a lot of amenities. We like our weather on the warmer side.  We would also like transportation to and from the airport.

Katherine

Hi Katherine,

I can tell that you're a traveler who knows what she wants, and you really can't go wrong with Hawaii! The beaches are pristine and the weather is phenomenal year round, so you can check those requirements off your list no matter where you choose to go.

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