Travel Guide

Follow the simple and sensible tips below for healthy, safe and mindful travels while on the Hawaiian Islands. By doing so, you are sharing your aloha with the people of Hawaiʻi and fellow travelers.

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Hawaiʻi Travel Tips

Hawaiʻi Travel Tips: Ocean Safety

Beneath the ocean's beautiful blue surface, conditions can be unpredictable and even dangerous. Ocean safety experts recommend checking in with lifeguards before you enter the water - they'll be happy to tell you about potential hazards like rip currents, hidden rocks and shorebreaks. Then you can experience the majesty of the Pacific the way we do - with reverence and respect for its awesome power.

Hawaiʻi Travel Tips: Land Safety

Hawaii's mountains, valleys, waterfalls and canyons are amazing to see up close, and to keep them that way, we listen to land safety experts' tips to minimize our impact on the trails. When you learn about land access, trail protocol and weather preparedness, you'll be ready to enter Hawaii's awe-inspiring wilderness like we do, as protectors and explorers.

Hawaiʻi Travel Tips: Culture

The Hawaiian Islands are like no place else - and experiencing them fully means having a completely different mindset. We do our best to open our hearts and minds to consider the Hawaiian perspective, by learning about the culture and traditions that shaped this place over many centuries. You'll gain a deeper appreciation for the people and the place that, together, make Hawaii a truly unique destination.

Hawaiʻi Travel Tips: Ocean Conservation

The ocean is a source of more than just fun and adventure - it's also home to countless marine animals in delicate ecosystems. We've learned that even small actions - like using reef-safe sunscreen and reducing single-use plastics - can have a big impact on the ocean, keeping it healthy for everyone to experience.

Hawaiʻi Travel Tips: Astute Renting

With so many beautiful rental options on the Hawaiian Islands, many properties often seem too good to be true. And in some cases, they are. Maui resident, Malika Dudley reminds visitors to do a quick search online to avoid any potential scams. Just a few minutes of research can save you an entire deposit, and make for a far better experience the next time you visit Hawaii.

Hawaiʻi Travel Tips: Marine Animal Protection

How can you help preserve Hawaii's sea life? Keep a respectful distance from all the marine animals. Don't feed the animals; they have their own diets. Also, put trash in its place to keep the beaches clean and the animals safe.