Southwest® flights from Las Vegas to Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii from $234

Oahu gets its nickname, the Gathering Place, from being the most populous of the Hawaiian islands. Culturally-dense and full of both indoor and outdoor attractions, Oahu is a destination that appeals to every type of traveler. Start your visit to the island in Hawaii’s capital city, Honolulu. Strolling around the famed Waikiki neighborhood, you’ll see high-rise buildings next to white sand beaches and quirky surf shops neighboring high-end restaurants—this dynamic quarter has a little bit of everything.

Escape the hustle and bustle with a day trip to Mokulua, two isolated islands and seabird sanctuaries off the eastern coast of Oahu that are accessible by kayak. The journey to the islands from Lanikai Beach or Kailua Beach takes approximately 45 minutes, which you can undertake on your own or with a guided kayak tour. Once you land on Mokulua, you’ll be able to see local wildlife like sea turtles, seals, hermit crabs, and various birds including wedge-tailed shearwaters and red-footed bobbys. The picturesque islands are also a popular spot for snorkeling and cliff jumping.