Hawaii is known as the "Paradise of the Pacific" because of its exotic flowers, beaches with palm trees, beautiful mountains, breathtaking cliffs and canyons, thick rainforests, deep blue seas, and majestic waterfalls. The islands have limestone that comes from ancient coral reefs created when the sea level was higher than it is today and vast areas of lava beds. Hawaii is known for its pleasant climate created by cool Pacific winds.

All of the things that make Hawaii a paradise have also made it a favorite tourist spot. The islands are popular among tourists because of Polynesian customs such as hula dancing and Luaus, an outdoors feast with roast pig as the main dish. Many people go to Hawaii to see the world's best surfers at the International Surfing Championships at Oahu Island.