Learn What Awaits Your Clients in Hawaii

According to the Hawaiian Tourism Authority, 98 percent of visitors to the Islands rate their stay as excellent or above average - and no wonder, given that the Aloha State has many unique features, including its legendary hospitality. Now that your pandemic-weary clients might be dreaming of a great getaway, you should brush up on your Hawaii selling points to book them an amazing experience right on U.S. soil, in the very center of the Pacific Ocean. The Hawaii Destination Specialist Program at TravelAgentAcademy.com can help you do just that, and this slide show will get you started.

Visitors to Hawaii are typically greeted at the airport with a flower lei but soon find out that "Aloha" is more than a word of welcome as they travel about. It embodies a heartfelt sense of inclusiveness and kindness that pervades much of everyday life in Hawaii. Travelers will do well to embrace the Aloha mindset themselves and try to learn as much as possible about the local culture and history during their stay.

Gigantic turquoise blue waves spilling onto pristine sand with mist-veiled volcanoes rising in the background create some of the most spectacular scenery in Hawaii - as do mountain ranges, canyons, ocean-side cliffs and large swathes of pineapple fields. Helicopter rides are a great way to take in much of Hawaii's natural beauty.

Other ways to connect with nature in Hawaii include soft adventure activities like whale watching, kayaking and paddleboarding.

Steeped in rich Polynesian cultural traditions, surfing was born in Hawaii and has a fascinating history, having once been an activity reserved only for royalty. This quintessential Hawaiian sport can be practiced pretty much throughout the Islands, and some beaches experience highly dramatic waves. Especially well-known spots include Waikiki Beach, Waimea Bay, Banzai Pipeline and Sunset Beach.

With 11 of the 13 major climate zones spread out over its eight main islands - and with temperatures varying only by 15 degrees throughout the year - Hawaii offers a wide variety of outdoor experiences no matter what season your clients visit.

Kilauea Volcano is said to be the most active in the world, adding new land to the islands every year. There are inactive volcanoes and craters to explore throughout the islands, including iconic Diamond Head on Oahu and Haleakala (House of the Sun), which dominates the eastern side of Maui and provides views of spectacular sunrises.

Hawaii's rich soil and various climates provide an interesting range of products, from macadamia nuts to sugarcane, and from coffee beans to pineapples. Hawaii is home to the only winery devoted to pineapple wine and is the only U.S. state that grows commercial coffee beans.

Luaus and hula dancing are popular experiences in Hawaii. Visitors might also be eager to learn about the inspirations behind the Islands' cultural practices, such as ancestral devotion to the land.

Hawaii is the only U.S. state that was once a kingdom. Honolulu's 'Iolani Palace, one of Hawaii's three royal palaces, was the home of the Islands' last reigning monarchs. The monarchy was overthrown in 1893, and today the palace serves as a museum and concert venue.

Among the world's population centers, Hawaii is the most isolated. The combination of seclusion, unique beauty and culture, as well as an established tourism infrastructure, easily adds to its immediate appeal as a vacation getaway. Learn more about Hawaii's many selling points by visiting TravelAgentAcademy.com and enrolling in the Hawaii Destination Specialist program.