Hawaii island-hopping: Aloha vibes and California dreams

Streets lined with palm trees, the sun shining in the sky, the sound of the ocean in the distance and every now and then, a celebrity who crosses your path – Los Angeles is calling! Today, you're experiencing what you've only ever seen in films and series. And now there's not much separating you from Beverly Hills and the famous Hollywood Sign. As soon as you put your bags in your hotel room, you're ready to go. Time to find out how the stars in L.A. really live! Take a trip to Beverly Hills, roll along the iconic Mulholland Drive and check out the Walk of Fame, where over 2,800 pink stars are waiting for a selfie with you. And of course, don't miss the Hollywood Sign! Head to Griffith Observatory for the best view of it and enjoy the perfect combination of city vibes and sunset magic. 

If you don't already feel like you're in a film, by the time you find yourself standing on the famous Santa Monica Pier, looking at the colourful Ferris wheel and the rattling roller coaster, you definitely will! After all, this setting has served as a backdrop for tons of them! And the best is yet to come. In Santa Monica, you hop on a bike and experience the most beautiful side of L.A. from a whole new perspective – and where you cycle to is up to you. Our suggestion: Take a tour along the beautiful beach promenade to the wild and exciting Venice Beach. After leaving Santa Monica Pier behind, your path will take you through the palm-lined Palisades Park, and you'll never lose sight of the breathtaking Californian coast. When you see the bodybuilders on Muscle Beach, you'll know you've reached Venice. The Ocean Front Walk is bustling with life, and nowhere else can you experience the California lifestyle as closely as here. So grab something cold to drink and watch as artists spread out their masterpieces among the graffiti-covered buildings, restaurants and cafés, and street musicians provide the ultimate source of entertainment.

If you still haven't seen enough, even after exploring half of L.A., how about a hike in Runyon Canyon? Not only is this trail super popular in general, but it's also incredibly popular among celebrities. So you'll have a good chance of meeting one or two of them while they're out hiking themselves. And once you reach the top, you'll also have a wonderful view of the sprawling metropolis. When you're done and have soaked in enough of the sights, head out for a bit of shopping. Well, perhaps at least some window shopping, because Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills is lined with one designer store after the next. But don't worry, you'll find plenty of shops with more affordable prices in the surrounding streets. And there's no shortage of restaurants in the area either. Whether typically American or international, there's something for everyone here!

The film vibes were yesterday. Today, it's aloha, Hawaii! Gorgeous beaches, turquoise-blue water, deep green forests, mighty volcanoes and summery temperatures – with every mile the plane puts behind it, you get more and more hyped about Hawaii. Then from the airport, you make your own way to your hotel in Honolulu, and by the time the hotel staff greets you with a friendly 'aloha', you feel the island's special vibes that everyone's always raving about.

O'ahu welcomes you with a vibe that's totally different: fast-paced and urban, but still somehow chilled out! With palm trees buddying up to high-rises and the sea glittering between the streetlights, Honolulu delivers a mix of skyline, sunshine and special energy. As soon as you drop your bags off at your accommodation, you treat yourself to a little dip in the pool to settle in and unwind. Then when your stomach starts grumbling, it's time to pay a visit to the International Market Place, where you're enchanted by all the little food stalls, twinkling lights and tantalising smells! What'll it be: Korean BBQ, fresh poke or mochi ice cream? Why not try it all! Honolulu makes one thing crystal clear: the aloha vibes aren't just for the beach! And for the all-American experience, you can't pass up a stop at The Cheesecake Factory – delicious!