Molokai lies 8 miles west of Maui and has retained the charms of the late 19th and early 20th century and authentic Hawaiian culture, perhaps largely because half of the 7,000 poplulation are traditional native Hawaiians.

Called 'The Friendly Isle', Molokai has a spectacular & varied landscape.  The eastern shore has lush tropical reserves, the northern shore, 2000ft sea cliffs broken by stunning valleys.  The west shoreline descends into charming & remote fishing villages & Hawaii's largest beach, at Papohaku, with the southern shore having shallow waters & ancient fishing ponds. 

This is a fairly quiet island, full of true Hawaiian spirit, and has not been overdeveloped for tourism.  There are only a few hotels & lodges on the island and they are all small & personal.  But if you are looking for unsofisticated peace and quiet, with breathtaking scenery, a few days on Molokai is for you.