Hawaii comes alive for summer

Although the beautiful islands of Hawaii offer a year-round destination, they come alive in the summer months. From music festivals, to orchid shows, jazz concerts to pineapple celebrations; there is always something to tempt even the most discerning traveller.

In July, the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is opening its doors to launch the 30th annual Kilauea Cultural Festival. Here some of the Big Island’s arts, crafts, food and music; including dance performances, craft stalls, barbeques, live music, hula lessons and hula shows will take place. Chefs, singers, dancers, artists, and the local communities make this cultural festival come alive year after year, and best of all it’s all free to visitors! volcanogallery.com/kilaueafestival

Maui is home to many festivals throughout the year, and its small yet stunning neighbour hosts a particularly fruity event in the summer. The island of Lanai hosts the Pineapple Festival every year in Dole Park, Lanai City. This fun festival features historic and cultural displays, food, crafts and entertainment for children and adults alike. Lanai is known for its pineapple plantations, so this is a time to rejoice in the harvest - lanaipineapplefestival.com.

Towards the end of July, the Kauai Music and Songwriter Festival is something not to be missed. This four day celebration of the craft of songwriting begins on 28 July, and invites anyone with an interest of music. Learn to write music and songs from some of the best in America; consult, one-on-one, with award-winning songwriters, Grammy-winning producers, and other top musicians. You can also share your music in small groups, or enter the songwriting competition and allow your music to be heard by people who really can make a difference to budding artistes - kauaimusicfestival.com.

There’s always a new hotel being opened or renovated on the islands of Hawaii. The Outrigger Waipouli Beach Resort on Kauai is reopening its Spa: Spa by the Sea has been refurbished over the last eight years, and is now open, featuring unique Hawaiian treatments. If you need a pamper, this Spa is perfect to experience Hawaiian luxury at its finest - spabytheseakauai.com.

If you’re staying on the Big Island after September, the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel’s restaurant The Queen’s Court will have finished its extensive renovation. This restaurant is tipped to be one of the best on Hawaii’s main island, featuring some of the region’s best chefs, and an exquisite menu - castleresorts.com.

For more information on Hawaii, please visit: gohawaii.com/uk