If you don’t have a lot of time in Hawaii you can always do a day trip to one of the other islands. Flight times are all 45mins or less.
If you’re flying into Hawaii early, you’re best to arrange an early checkin or book the night before. You dont want to get off a 8+ hour flight then have to find somewhere to store your luggage & wonder around tired for hours.
Hawaii is one of 12 US states where you can buy alcohol at Costco without a membership. There are 2 Costco Stores on Oahu both are located 20 minutes drive from Waikiki. Costco Maui is 5 minutes from the airport, Costco Kauai is 10 minutes from the airport & Costco is in Kona on the Big Island!
When looking for holiday rentals read the reviews. Yes some people complain about a mark on the wall but others might tell you that there is a bar downstairs thats open till 5am.
If you love a cup of tea or coffee when you wake up & don’t want to go out for it, you’re best to buy a kettle from Walmart or Target as most hotels don’t supply them. Also some holiday rentals don’t have them either.
When staying on Oahu & have a tight budget, the bus system is fantastic. You can get to pretty much anywhere on the island you want to visit for only $5.50 return make sure you have the correct money as they dont give change.
When you’re doing the Hana Highway on Maui, check with the car rental company to see where you’re allowed to take the car. Some companies don’t allow you to go past Hana town. If something happens you won’t be covered by insurance.
Instead of renting snorkel gear, go to the ABC store, Walmart or Target to buy some less than the rental cost
Booking tours & activities before you leave is the best thing to do. A lot of things book out weeks sometimes months in advance.
When you’re shopping at Ross Dress For Less & you see something you like, buy it then because there a 99.7% chance it won’t be there when you return. Dont forget there are 15 stores just on Oahu!
A lot of the supermarkets offer a membership card, by joining you can buy the weekly specials.
If you’re travelling from overseas don’t buy duty free alcohol, it’s much cheaper in Hawaii. It can be bought from Supermarkets, Walmart, Target & Costco.
Check to see if there are any concerts on when you’re in Hawaii. You might be able to see Bruno Mars in his home city.
Before you go to Waikele Outlets join the VIP Club online to get discount coupons at certain stores. You can download the app & use that in store.
Take casual clothes, the dress code everywhere is very relaxed. If you do take dresser clothes there is a high possibility that you wont take them out of your suitcase.