Born of fire, Hawai‘i is an archipelago of eight islands formed by volcanic activity in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Over millions of years, the islands grew as basaltic lava flowed into the ocean, resulting in coastlines that range from jaw-dropping craggy ridges to majestic red-earth sea cliffs. Dotted with palm trees, sugar-soft sand, and crystal-clear waters, Hawai‘i is also the birthplace of modern surfing and a sanctuary for endangered marine species. Each of the five tourist-frequented islands—Kaua‘i, O‘ahu, Lānaʻi, Maui, and the island of Hawai‘i—has its own distinct personality and unparalleled landscape and coastlines. So, slather on some reef-safe sunscreen, throw a shaka, and say aloha to 13…