Where to stay, when to go, what to see, and how to make the most of your GHA DISCOVERY membership benefits, rewards and offers in Hawaii, the mid-Pacific’s classic island paradise.
When most people think of Hawaii, images of pristine beaches, coconut palms and sand-marooned loungers come to mind. But this is only the beginning. With eight diverse islands—four of which primarily welcome visitors—Hawaii is a treasure among eco-luxury travel destinations. From rich indigenous cultures, to volcanic landscapes, to unforgettable flavours, prepare to be surprised in America’s only tropical state.
For the classic Hawaii experience, start your journey on Oahu, where the diverse capital Honolulu awaits, with famous Waikiki Beach. Pay respects at the USS Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbor, hike a volcano at Diamond Head State Park, or enjoy shopping and nightlife. Moving to the “Big Island” of Hawaii, tour and taste your way through lush Kona coffee plantations, traverse lava flows in Volcano National Park, or enjoy the vistas via helicopter.
Yearning for more tropical grandeur in off-the-beaten-path destinations? Kauai, nicknamed the Garden Isle, offers memory-makers like hiking at majestic Wailua Falls, or tubing in an old sugarcane irrigation ditch. If the ocean is among your unique destinations, stop on Maui for diving, swimming and snorkelling. Not to mention a trip to Haleakala National Park, home of a crater that looks more like Mars than Earth.
The best time to visit Hawaii is April to June and September to October, when the weather is more pleasant and crowds lower. As a member of GHA DISCOVERY's loyalty programme, enjoy exclusive access to gourmet dining, rejuvenating spas, and top-notch golf courses, as well as rewarding benefits across hotels, resorts and vacation homes (thanks to Plum Guide). Grab your favourite suitcase or travel backpack. Here’s a glimpse of a few of GHA DISCOVERY’s member-favourites.
GHA DISCOVERY’s Stay Offers in Hawaii are among the state’s finest, whether it’s for a holiday splurge or travel on a budget. Enjoy Member Rates even on Silver tier, while earning DISCOVERY Dollars. So, will it be Amex travel, a staycation, a workcation, or travel on a budget? The sky’s the limit.
Hawaii's food and nightlife scene is as diverse as its islands. Whether or not you book a stay with the Global Hotel Alliance, you can enjoy Local Offers on dining, spa and activities.
Fancy a rainforest spa treatment at OUTRIGGER Kauai Beach Resort & Spa, a half-day poolside cabana at OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort, or 15% off food at Hula Grille Waikiki at OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort? There’s a Local Offer for every occasion!
The Hawaiian archipelago is full of adventure. Thanks to GHA DISCOVERY’s free membership, you can experience all the islands have to offer, like a Mai Tai Cocktail Shake at OUTRIGGER Kauai Beach Resort & Spa, a live Hawaiian music special at OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort, and a Hawaiian Lei Po’o-Making Class at various OUTRIGGER Resorts. The only question is, what will you try first?