132 islands that make up this loosely strung Hawaiian chain are undeniably beautiful and rich in traditional culture. A believable myth, she's modern and American, but at the same time, uniquely Hawaiian. Hers is a pleasantly complicated mystique which entices even jaded travelers to a balmy land of hula dreams and a local spirit called aloha. Determined to distill those qualities, Apa Publications set out to add Hawaii to its award winning series f travel guides