Tips to Help You Improve Your Hawaii Vacation

by Anthony, posted in Hawaiian Vacation, Weather

Are you in the middle of planning a Hawaii vacation? If you are, you may be looking for tips to ensure that your vacation is just as you dreamed it would be. The good news is that are a number of steps that you can take to improve the overall satisfaction of your next trip to Hawaii.

1 – Choose Your Overnight Accommodations Wisely

While on a Hawaii vacation, you have a number of different places to stay. You can choose from Hawaii hotels, vacation resorts, vacation homes, condos, Airbnb, and so much more. With so many options, it is impossible not to think long and hard about your decision before making your reservations.

Where you stay will be the base of your vacation, even if you intend to get out and explore the Hawaiian Island of your choice. For that reason, choose an attractive looking hotel or private rental, as well as one that is stocked full of great features and makes you feel comfortable.

2 – Check the Weather Before You Leave

Checking the weather before you leave for your Hawaii vacation is an important component of having a great vacation. There is nothing worse than being unprepared on a trip, especially where weather is concerned. Before you start to pack for your trip, be sure to check the anticipated weather forecast. The night before or the morning of your trip, be sure to check again for any changes.

Hawaii’s weather is important, as it can have an impact on the way that you pack your bags. You can also reduce your vacation expenses, as you aren’t left buying last minute supplies, like a raincoat, long sleeves, or footware. The anticipated weather forecast will also have an impact on your vacation activities.

3 – Bring Extra Spending Money

Extra spending money, even just a small amount of it, is important when traveling, especially to Hawaii. A good step to take however is to first research popular Hawaii activities and attractions. In doing so, you can get a good idea of how much money you should bring with you. Still, having extra spending money on hand is nice. You may wish to purchase souvenirs or visit a popular attraction that wasn’t on your to-do list. Carrying a small amount of extra cash or having your debit card handy can’t do you any harm.

4 – Bring the Proper Documents With You

While most vacations are able to go off without a hitch, you should always be prepared for the unexpected. For that reason, you and every member of your traveling party should bring all proper and important documents with you. These documents should include your driver’s license or another photo identification card, as well as your health insurance cards. In the event you suffer from a medical injury, it can work in your favor to have all needed documents ready and on hand, as opposed to thousands of miles away.

If you will be renting a car, be sure to bring documents proving that you are insured, as some car rental companies require them.  It is always best to check ahead of time with the rental company what documents you will need.

5 – Remember to Have Fun

Although your goal is to have fun while on vacation in Hawaii, sometimes we need to be reminded of that. As hard and stressful as it can sometimes be, try to leave all of your problems at home. A family vacation, traveling with friends, or a romantic getaway to Hawaii should be fun and relaxing.

Do you have additional tips to traveling to Hawaii?  Let us know what they are so everyone can have a Fine Hawaiian traveling time!

Fun Hawaii Beach Activities You Can Enjoy on Your Next Vacation

by Anthony, posted in Boating, Fishing, Hawaiian Beaches, Snorkeling, Surfing, Swimming

Have you just finished booking your Hawaii vacation?  If you have, you may think that you are all set and ready to go.  There is one more step that you should take and that involves familiarizing yourself with Hawaii activities.  After you plan what your activities, make sure you check the weather!

The Beaches in Hawaii

As for why you should take the time to examine Hawaii activities, doing so can help to improve your vacation experience.  One reason why Hawaii is attractive to tourists is because of all that you can do and see.  The list of fun attractions and activities is definitely a long one in Hawaii.  Since you will be unlikely to do and see all that Hawaii has to offer in what will seem like a short trip, you should decide what is most important to you.

Despite the fact that Hawaii is known for its wide range of both land and beach activities, the beaches of Hawaii are the most popular.  For that reason, you will want to enjoy as many fun Hawaii beach activities as you can handle.  The good news is that the options that you have are virtually unlimited.

Swimming and Snorkeling

Swimming in Hawaii is an activity you will enjoy.  Although swimming is something that can be done at home, it is different while vacationing on a Hawaiian Island.  Nothing beats swimming in an amazing climate with a beautiful backdrop of scenery surrounding you.  Although it is difficult to describe, you will know the magical feeling as soon as you step foot in the water.

If swimming is a Hawaii beach activity that you think you would enjoy, you may also want to try snorkeling.  Snorkeling is a great activity for experienced swimmers, who aren’t yet ready for a scuba diving adventure.  When snorkeling, you stay towards the surface, allowing you to breath from above water with the use of a snorkel tube.  Scuba diving tours are also available; however, you may be required to take a small certification course before your adventure even begins.

Have you had a fine swimming and/or snorkeling Hawaiian experience?  Tell us about it in the comment section below!  We always love fine Hawaiian recommendations!

Boating and Fishing

Boating is another Hawaii beach activity that is perfect for those who want to spend their time on the beautiful waters of Hawaii.  Boating is nice, as it comes in a number of different formats.  Private boat charters are available if you are looking for privacy.  Dinner cruises, whale watching tours, and general sightseeing tours are also popular.

In addition to traditional boating, fishing is another activity that many tourists enjoy.  There are perfect fishing spots through all of Hawaii.  However, you may prefer the experience of fishing on a boat.  Many find doing so to be an amazing, enjoyable, and relaxing experience.  As previously stated, private boat charters are available throughout all of Hawaii.

Have you had a fine boating and/or fishing Hawaiian experience?  Tell us about it in the comment section below!  We always love fine Hawaiian recommendations!

Surfing

Perhaps, the most popular beach activity of Hawaii is that of surfing.  All of the Hawaiian Islands have at least a few beaches that are known for their great surfing conditions.  Unfortunately, surfing is an activity that many tourists do not take part in due to fear.  If you have never surfed before, you will want to schedule a lesson.  There are a number of individuals and companies who offer professional, yet affordable surfing lessons.  Windsurfing is great alternative.

Have you had a fine surfing Hawaiian experience?  Tell us about it in the comment section below!  We always love fine Hawaiian recommendations!

 

As you can see, you have a number of different options when looking to enjoy the beautiful beaches of Hawaii to their fullest extent.  As a reminder, the above mentioned Hawaii vacation activities are just a few of the many that you can enjoy.  For a more detailed list, you can request free Hawaii travel guides online.

Thank you for reading and go have a Fine Beach Hawaiian time!

Hawaii Enters into Statehood

by Anthony, posted in Hawaiian History

Despite the land being millions of years old, Hawaii has only been a state since August 21, 1959.  There was times of controversy and much debate, but eventually they were admitted under President Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Discovery, Kingdom, Statehood

Discovery

Archaeologists and historians believe the Hawaiian Islands were uninhabited until around 500 A.D.  Polynesians, well-known to be explorers, discovered and settled on the big island of Hawaii.  The Polynesians were the sole inhabitants for approximately 500 years until the Tahitians arrived in 1000 A.D.

Kingdom

The islands were originally governed by individual chiefs and kings until the late 1700’s, when a few battles among the islands took place as Kamehameha attempted to unite the islands as one.  In the early 1800’s, Kamehameha I succeeded with unification of the Hawaiian Islands.  The town of Lahaina was named the capital in 1820 and then moved to Honolulu in 1845.  A series of monarchs ruled the Kingdom until 1898 when the United States annexed Hawaii.

 

Statehood

Once annexed, the Hawaiian Islands remained a U.S. territory until 1959.  President Eisenhower signed the bill into law on March 18, 1959.  The citizens of Hawaii voted on a referendum to accept statehood on June 27 and on August 21, 1959, Hawaii became the 50 state of the Union.