7 Destinations in Hawaii Where the Locals Love to Go

"I appreciate Waimea Valley's idyllic rainforest setting and cultural significance—Nakanelua-Richards points out it is home to Oahu's largest temple—where you can picnic, join cultural workshops, and take a refreshing dip in the freshwater pool near Waimea Falls." - Sunny Fitzgerald Sunny Fitzgerald Sunny Fitzgerald is a Hawaii-based writer who covers travel, sustainability, culture, health and wellness, and more. Her articles and essays have appeared in National Geographic, Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, The New York Times, Condé Nast Traveler, BBC, and elsewhere. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines