FAQs

Following is the list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) from Hawaii visitors.

What are Hawaii travel restrictions?

Covid-19 had impacted the tourism industry all around the world, in the same way, it has affected the people planning their trip to Hawaii this year.

Although the covid-19 cases in Hawaii have been quite low (under 700) but still Hawaii government has imposed travel restrictions since 26 march for Hawaii visitors which are valid until end of July 2020.

Hawaii quarantine end period is yet not finalized, as it will depend on the increase rate of corona cases in Hawaii.

The reason for strict Hawaii travel restrictions is that majority of Covid-19 cases in Hawaii were coming from tourists visiting Hawaii.

If you plan to travel to Hawaii, you must check the following Travel restrictions in Hawaii .

  • All Hawaii visitors will be provided with a form at the plane, they have to fill in.
  • You should read the form instructions carefully, as it contains 14-day quarantine info and relevant fines.
  • The form will be collected at the airport.
  • You will be given a document certifying that you have been officially checked by Hawaii airport staff.

 

What are the 14 day quarantine rules in Hawaii for tourists?

After Convid-19, the state of Hawaii has imposed strict rules for the visitors.

The 14 day quarantine rules in Hawaii have following orders for tourists. Make sure to follow these quarantine instructions in Hawaii, otherwise you can be find up to $5000 US or 1 year in prison.

  • After landing, Hawaii visitors should go directly to the place that they mentioned in the form from the plane.
  • This can be either the hotel/dorm/hostel address that you booked. Or if you booked a couch.
  • Just make sure, you go right to the address that you provided in the form.
  • Therefore, for your trip to Hawaii, your quarantine location is the same as you mentioned in the form, and you will have to stay there for 14 days.
  • During the quarantine period in Hawaii, you cannot leave your quarantine place unless you have a medical problem or any medical emergency.
  • You should not visit any public place during the quarantine period after landing Hawaii.
  • Quarantine rules in Hawaii also force you to not meet any visitor to your hotel/apartment while you are in quarantine.
  • In case you feel any urgent medical care is needed, you can call 911, or your health insurance provider to get a quick remedy.

Is there a mandatory quarantine issued for people arriving to Hawaii?

Yes, there is a mandatory quarantine issued for people arriving to Hawaii and it comes with strict penalties.

If you plan to visit Hawaii in 2020 after Covid-19, its better to wait until the quarantine period (planned till July 2020 end) is ended as you will be spending money without going out to see the sandy beaches, beautiful waterfalls and pink sunsets in Hawaiian islands.

What is advised for self quarantine for Hawaii visitors?

  • It is advised that you do not use visit crowded facilities like gyms, pools or bars.
  • Renting a car is also not possible at all.
  • You can order food through online service (You have to explore),but cannot go out for doing grocery.
  • You are not allowed to visit any public place ,e.g. shopping malls, beaches.
  • You are not allowed to meet anyone from outside, even at your hotel place.

Where is Hawaii located on the world map ?

Hawaii is an American state which has no borders attached to the USA as it exists in the form of Islands. It is located around 3250 KM southwest of US, surrounded by water and is not assessible by road. You can travel to Hawaii either by air or cruise ships.

What is the difference between Hawaii and Hawaiian islands ?

People always get confused with the terms Hawaii and Hawaiian Islands.

Hawaii is the name of US state which consists of 8 islands.

If someone says he is visiting Hawaii, it means he is travelling to state of Hawaii.
There is another catch, out of 8 islands in Hawaii, one of the islands is called “Island of Hawaii” or “Big Island of Hawaii”.

Other 7 islands in the Hawaiian state are called with their names. Kauai, Maui, Lanai, Molokai, Oahu, Nihaau, Kahoolawe.

Is Hawaii expensive to visit?

Hawaii is definitely expensive compared to other travel destinations. Many factors contribute to it.
According to the statistics, in 2019 average spend per tourist in Hawaii was $195 per day.
From hotels/condos/apartments to eating/drinking/dining, everything is expansive compared to other US states.
We are not talking about 5-star hotels or restaurants, but a normal visit.

For example

  • The price of 12 coke cans in Hawaii is $3 to $6.
  • The average breakfast will cost between $10 and $15.
  • McDonalds Big Mac Meal  is $6.
  • Cheapest liveable hotels and apartments can go from $100 a night to $700 or more.
  • You can always travel on budget to Hawaii if you plan well.

How can i eat cheap in Hawaii?

You can eat cheap in Hawaii if you keep in mind that prices of food will vary depending upon the location. It means McDonald burger price in less tourist place will be less compared to a high travelled destination. However, the average min. price for a single meat meal in Hawaii is $8 to $10. At some Japanese restaurants you can get soup bowl as low as $4. Ice cream cup price is from 3.5$ to $6 depending upon location.

On the other hand, there is a grocery chain called food land which has around 35 stores among Hawaii islands, where you can buy cheap food. If you happen to live closer to bigger grocery stores like Walmart in Hawaii, you will definitely find better food prices in Hawaii.

NOTE : As Waikiki is the biggest tourist destination in Hawaii, Food Pantry is a famous store that Hawaii tourists would find cheap food. Please keep in in mind that it has been closed for reservations.

What is the best time of year to visit Hawaii?

The weather in Hawaii is always suitable for tourists aside from a few months when its rainy (December to March) . Temperature is varying between 23C to 30C among the Hawaiian Island throughout the year. The best months to visit are June, July and September.

Being a tropical land, its weather can be tricky as it will change abruptly. Within half hour drive from one point to other, you will see sun disappearing into clouds and heavy rainfall starts. If you are looking to know the best time to visit Hawaii, you must decide based on your interests and plans.

  • Your Budget
  • Whale watching
  • Sunbathing,
  • Visiting Hawaii festivals
  • Snorkelling, Swimming
  • Surfing
  • Visiting volcanoes
  • Wedding
  • Scuba Diving
  • Playing Golf

 

How many days in Hawaii is enough for first timers?

For an exotic place like Hawaii, its never easy to decide for first time tourists, how many days will be sufficient to fully enjoy your Hawaiian vacation. It will depend upon how experienced you are in terms of travelling and what activities or destinations you have already in your mind to visit.

If budget is not an issue, you must plan for at least 7 days, in order to visit places in Hawaii. Either you plan to stay whole day sunbathing at various beaches, and resorts. Or you want to do snorkelling, scuba diving and surfing at islands in Hawaii. There are lot of hiking options on various islands for Hawaii tourists.

Someday you might want to drive around the wonderful roads enjoying the lovely landscapes. Many visitors prefer to spend whole day exploring volcanoes park. Hence, based upon your time, budget and interests, you can decide the number of days you want to spend in Hawaiian islands.

Hawaiian islands also come with a lot of options for golfing, and your stay will depend upon the fact that how long you wanna play. Additionally you can consider the time and money that you have to spend. According to historical data, average time spent in Hawaiian islands is 9 to 10 days per visit.

Therefore, the minimum duration to stay is 1 week for first time Hawaii tourists if the plan is to stay on only one island.

What is the peak tourist season in Hawaii?

If you consider the peak season to be the one when hotel rates are highest in Hawaii, then you will be surprized to know that unlike Europe, Hawaiian peak tourist season ranges from mid December till first week of January. Summers in Hawaii are from April till October, and this season is having somehow lesser rates than the Peak tourist season.

If you are looking for months with least rents in Hawaii, then May and September can be considered. Although rain can happen anytime, anywhere , but rainy season in Hawaii is part of winter season which is from November till March. Irrespective of the historical data, the best way to save money for first time Hawaiian tourists is to book the hotels 6 months in advance.

How many airports are there in Hawaii?

Will you believe that in 2019, 10,424,995 people visited Hawaii including the air and sea travel medium. Majority of these tourist came by air. This has been made possible with quite a number of national and international airports.

Hawaii has following famous Airports which serve national and international air traffic.

Airports at Big Island of Hawaii – Hawaii

Kona (KOA)
HILO(ITO)

Airports in Maui – Hawaii

Kapalua(JHM)
Kahului(OGG)

Airport in Oahu – Hawaii

Honolulu (HNL)

Airport in Kauai – Hawaii

Lihue(LIH)

Airport in Lanai – Hawaii

Lanai City(LNY)

Airport in Molokai – Hawaii

Hoolehua(MKK)

How much is the travelling time to Hawaii from different parts of the world?

Traveling times (approx.) from various parts of the world towards Hawaii are the following.

  • US West to Hawaii flight time is 5 hours.
  • Canada to Hawaii flight time is 6 hours
  • Japan to Hawaii flight time is 8 hours
  • Korea to Hawaii flight time is 8 hours
  • New Zealand to Hawaii flight time is 8.5 hours
  • Australia to Hawaii flight time is 10 hours
  • Europe to Hawaii flight time is 16 hours