Depends upon what you want to do.

Want a big city (dance clubs, lights and action) in a tropical paradise? Oahu

Want touristy amenities, but less 'action?' Maui

Want fewer tourists in a pseudo-eco location? Kauai

Want even fewer tourists an genuine eco experience? Hawaii (big island)

All of them offer the same fantastic weather, beaches and ocean experience (albeit some better than others). The difference is what you expect to get out of your time away from the beach. If you want the party-like-it's-Vegas atmosphere, start at the top of the list I provided. If you want the it's-so-peaceful-I-forgot-what-day-of-the-week-it-is atmosphere, start at the bottom of my list.

It doesn't hurt to pick any of the islands, and experience all it has to offer. Then pick another one for your next visit. Trust me... once you have the opportunity to savor Hawaii, you will go back again!

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