The native peoples of both states have long and fascinating histories, but my edge goes towards Hawa

Do you opt for sun-soaked beaches, densely forested volcanic mountains, and sipping drinks from a coconut shell? Or do you pull up your hood, grit your teeth against the cold, and hike in some of the most beautiful and dangerous terrain the world has to offer?
But I don't think the decision is that easy. I think that upon closer inspection, you'll find that these two very different places offer up plenty of reasons canada bus tours to nevada why either canada bus tours to nevada one of them would be a remarkable addition to your traveling life.
Let's launch right in with the biggest draw of either spot: their immense natural beauty. Volcanic, tropical Hawaii canada bus tours to nevada and the icy mountains and deep lakes of Alaska couldn't be more different, but neither is without considerable charm.
The beauty of Hawaii has been well documented. Its verdant mountains, its wind-swept cliffs, its white sandy beaches, and the volcanoes that make it all possible are all ample reason to pay a visit to the 50th state. You can stand on the same beach as the characters from Lost by visiting Mokule'ia Beach on Oahu, take a scenic drive along the winding coastal roads, or check off one of my bucket list items by climbing a volcano.
That sounds like a landslide, but let's hear Alaska out. The glaciers, mountains, and arctic tundra of Alaska might not scream paradise, but you'd be hard pressed to find a place on earth with more stark beauty.
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What sounds more relaxing to you? Tropical songbirds chirruping as you take breakfast on a sea-view balcony with a warm spring breeze tickling your nethers, or wearing three layers and trekking out into the frozen wilds to do a wee bit of moose spotting?
Hawaii's agreeable climate and excellent tourist infrastructure make it a logical choice if you're looking for a relaxing few days or weeks away. Hell, the place is renowned for its laid back lifestyle! You're not going to get that at fifty below in a place where you only lie down to die in the snow.
I'm not saying that Alaska couldn't be relaxing, mind. A mountain cabin with a crackling fire and the serenity of a snowy forest canada bus tours to nevada outside sounds wonderfully peaceful to me, but there's likely to be a lack of spas and catered resorts.
If it looked like something of a landslide for Hawaii on the relaxation canada bus tours to nevada front, it looks much the same when you consider adventure. Alaska's harsh environment just begs survivalists and nature enthusiasts to get out and live a little.
If you're looking for more 'conventional' adventurous activities such as sky-diving, bungee jumping, and water sports, Hawaii has the edge. But it's all so manufactured! If you want a real adventure, try loading up everything you need on a pack and roughing it in the Alaskan wilderness; just don't do it the Alexander Supertramp way when there are plenty of companies canada bus tours to nevada offering camping tours of Alaska. There are hiking tours as well for those not wanting to sleep in the cold.
To me, there's plenty to like about the relative safety of western extreme sports in a tourist oriented place like Hawaii. canada bus tours to nevada But if you're really looking for adventure, it's not going to be found on a glossy brochure and come with a t-shirt. Sure, you can climb a volcano in Hawaii – but can you see a fucking bear or play chicken with a glacier? I didn't think so, man!
Both Alaska and Hawaii canada bus tours to nevada are easily accessible by plane or cruise ship from the continental United States. I've heard wonderful things about the picturesque cruises to Alaska, while cruises to Hawaii are more in line with the decadent and relaxed atmosphere one thinks of when they think of a cruise. Deals can be booked to both destinations, courtesy of my friends at Cruise 1st . Obviously you can't drive to Hawaii, while a drive to Alaska from the United States involves crossing the Canadian border canada bus tours to nevada twice. If it were that simple, Alaska would win 3 to 2.
But accessibility is also about having access to the comforts of home. While there are a number of developed cities across Alaska, it's here that Hawaii reclaims some ground. Some might opt to go to Alaska to get away from malls and resorts and shopping, but these amenities are a part of Hawaii's draw for families and young people.
Both Alaska and Hawaii are perhaps best known for their natural beauty, but that isn't to say there aren't museums, galleries, and other cultural attractions to draw you in. It can't all be sun surf/snow moose, after all.
The native peoples of both states have long and fascinating histories, but my edge goes towards Hawaii. Prior to becoming a part of the United States, the Hawaiian islands canada bus tours to nevada were a kingdom unto themselves and share quite a bit of heritage with the Polynesian pacific islanders that I am so familiar with.
To me, the opportunity to visit the Mookini Heiau (a 1500 year old temple) or experience Hawaiian life as it was in the past on Molokai sounds too good to pass up. Molokai boasts that it is like Hawaii used to be with claims such as "No building is higher than a palm tree" or "Aloha is not just a word, but a way of life".
The opportunity to get up close and personal with such an ancient culture canada bus tours to nevada is a fascinating one and one that, sadly, isn't quite as possible in Alaska where dynasties didn't form and the native population left a less accessible mark on the land.
As you can see, Hawaii wins it by a nose when you do a straight up comparison. It might have been ugly had I decided to compare beaches, but then, it might have looked grim for Hawaii if I'd compared the two on a wildlife front.
While Hawaii does get the win by the numbers, I'd probably canada bus tours to nevada opt for Alaska if given an all expenses paid trip to either. Hawaii is beautiful there's no doubt but there are plenty of island paradises out there to tide me over. The chance canada bus tours to nevada to explore a place like Alaska isn't one so readily available. Siberia isn't exactly tourist friendly and the great white north of Canada is a little less hospitable.
As someone who has been to both, I think you made the right choices on each showdown challenge. I love both equally and it just depends what you want. Alaska holds more adventure, canada bus tours to nevada but the weather turns a lot of people canada bus tours to nevada off. It s always somewhat cold!
I m definitely not a cold weather person at all but I can see beaches in Australia. It s a wee bit harder to see glaciers (impossible, actually) and mountain ranges, pine forests, and snow fields (slightly more doable).
I would definitely be hitting Alaska. Hawaii has just never interested me. Perhaps it s because I live in Florida and am jaded to the beach, etc., but I m more impressed by the majestic scenery and vastness of Alaska
Having been to neither last year, I totally would have picked Alaska. canada bus tours to nevada But, now that I ve been to Hawaii canada bus tours to nevada (and it s my new favourite place), I m fully biased and would choose that. Definitely want to go to Alaska and play chicken with glaciers though.