The state of Hawaii consists of eight main islands which listed from west to east: Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai, Maui, Kahoolawe and the Big Island of Hawaii. The Hawaii Island chain is located thousands of miles away from its nearest neighbors. The Hawaii Islands were formed by under sea volcanoes eruptions. Hawaii has its own time zone, called Hawaiian Standard Time. Not too long ago Hawaii made its money off of plantation item like sugar cane and pineapples, today its tourism. Hawaii is one of the worlds most sought after travel destination. Hawaii is the home of many top Hotels and resorts. Know your options before making a Hawaii Vacation Hotel Reservation. Know exactly where the hotel is located, what type of room, is it a single, double or nonsmoking? Are there any special or promotional rates? Any advance purchase discounts with your Hawaii Hotel or Hawaii Vacation Package? Is tax included? If your going to use a car in Hawaii ask your Hawaii Hotel about parking facilities and cost. What are your Hawaii Hotel check in and check out times? And always know your Hawaii Hotel hotel's cancellation policies before making reservations. Vacation plans that are easily made, can be hard to change later.