1,090 thoughts on “Hawaii Visitors and Residents Whipsaw in 1,000 Comments”
Duke H.
As a local I’m grateful that so many tourists come to spend time and money here .I don’t mind the additional traffic it’s a small price to pay for all the money they bring here.With out State Hood and all these tourists we would be just like Tonga which is Broke.
Diane B
We have visited the islands several times and absolutely love our time there. We have always been treated with respect and sincerely try to do the same. I know the traffic increase must cause some frustration for the locals but I hope our visiting your shops and restaurants can support your economy enough to make it a little easier to bear. We are anxious for Covid to be in our past, as are you I’m sure, so we can all enjoy your beautiful islands again soon.
Glenda W
Your article said it best. Respect MUST be mutual. Visitors are only here for a short time so they need to plan well and respect the local customs, Hawaiian culture and their way of life, and all that is considered sacred.
Locals will treat visitors with aloha and respect if the visitor comes from the same place of aloha and respect.
Visitors must come prepared and educated. If not, locals are willing to educate as long as the visitor is willing to listen, learn and implement. If a visitor is unwilling then yes, they may get the feeling that they are not welcome.
Beat of Hawaii
Hi Glenda.
Thanks.
Aloha.
Shemaine S
I am a yearly visitor to Kauai. I stand with the local’s feelings in preserving the coral reefs and their land. We come with a great deal of respect for Hawaiians, their traditions and culture. Sadly many visitors do not feel/act the same. I am especially thankful that we have the opportunity to visit Kauai each year. It’s been especially hard on our daughter that due to Covid19 we must miss our annual visit in August. We hope to return next summer and will be excited to visit our favorite places and help the business owners with our tourism.
Robin V.
Aloha; I feel as of July 21, 2020. That we should go back to testing Interisland passengers flying to other islands as it shows by #’s the increase in cases. At this time we should not start Mainland flights coming to the Hawaiian Islands. We have to get control of the cases on our Islands and protect our people first.
Beat of Hawaii
Hi Robin.
Thanks.
Aloha.
Laura D
Been to Hawaii many times over the years and the islands/beaches are usually clean and pristine. After quarantine, we started visiting our favorite beaches and noticed encampments, trash, smashed beer bottles, and marijuana paraphernalia. Seems locals just don’t treat their beaches as well as respectful tourists.
Chris R
So true Laura,we noticed the same thing.
Maxine
Considering the virus.. Are restaurants going with some type of straw now so we aren’t drinking after one another? How will they handle that?
Ed M.
My wife and I have been fortunate to be able to visit Kauai several times. We have never had any hostile or negative issues, ever. Our idea is we are on vacation, in paradise, so go with the flow. Relax.
It’s a slower pace, perfect to just “get away” Relax on the beach, find a small eatery, enjoy the beauty.
I can understand the frustration for the people that make the Kauai home. Extra traffic, some crowded beaches, tourists filling up their local eateries.
We just hope that we impact the locals minimally. Absolutely love this place.
Kim
My feelings exactly! We’ve been to Hawaii 20 times over 30 years, mostly to Kauai only (and we’ve come to Hawaii on every trip!), and we love everything about it. We try to tread lightly and leave nothing but our love for this place behind.
Raquel R.
I have been coming to the Hawaiian Islands for over 26 years. I love and respect the culture. I have even lectured many tourist about approaching turtles and what it does to them and their environment. I fully stand by the Hawaiian the people and their decisions about the C0vid. I had planned not to come this year before the virus.
Susa B.
Hello, I love 💗 the Beautiful People of Hawaii !! Been over to your part of Paradise Twice Kauai 2006 & Maui 2016 hoping to make it this Coming February Many Blessings
Beat of Hawaii
Hi Susa.
Thanks.
Aloha.
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As a local I’m grateful that so many tourists come to spend time and money here .I don’t mind the additional traffic it’s a small price to pay for all the money they bring here.With out State Hood and all these tourists we would be just like Tonga which is Broke.
We have visited the islands several times and absolutely love our time there. We have always been treated with respect and sincerely try to do the same. I know the traffic increase must cause some frustration for the locals but I hope our visiting your shops and restaurants can support your economy enough to make it a little easier to bear. We are anxious for Covid to be in our past, as are you I’m sure, so we can all enjoy your beautiful islands again soon.
Your article said it best. Respect MUST be mutual. Visitors are only here for a short time so they need to plan well and respect the local customs, Hawaiian culture and their way of life, and all that is considered sacred.
Locals will treat visitors with aloha and respect if the visitor comes from the same place of aloha and respect.
Visitors must come prepared and educated. If not, locals are willing to educate as long as the visitor is willing to listen, learn and implement. If a visitor is unwilling then yes, they may get the feeling that they are not welcome.
Hi Glenda.
Thanks.
Aloha.
I am a yearly visitor to Kauai. I stand with the local’s feelings in preserving the coral reefs and their land. We come with a great deal of respect for Hawaiians, their traditions and culture. Sadly many visitors do not feel/act the same. I am especially thankful that we have the opportunity to visit Kauai each year. It’s been especially hard on our daughter that due to Covid19 we must miss our annual visit in August. We hope to return next summer and will be excited to visit our favorite places and help the business owners with our tourism.
Aloha; I feel as of July 21, 2020. That we should go back to testing Interisland passengers flying to other islands as it shows by #’s the increase in cases. At this time we should not start Mainland flights coming to the Hawaiian Islands. We have to get control of the cases on our Islands and protect our people first.
Hi Robin.
Thanks.
Aloha.
Been to Hawaii many times over the years and the islands/beaches are usually clean and pristine. After quarantine, we started visiting our favorite beaches and noticed encampments, trash, smashed beer bottles, and marijuana paraphernalia. Seems locals just don’t treat their beaches as well as respectful tourists.
So true Laura,we noticed the same thing.
Considering the virus.. Are restaurants going with some type of straw now so we aren’t drinking after one another? How will they handle that?
My wife and I have been fortunate to be able to visit Kauai several times. We have never had any hostile or negative issues, ever. Our idea is we are on vacation, in paradise, so go with the flow. Relax.
It’s a slower pace, perfect to just “get away” Relax on the beach, find a small eatery, enjoy the beauty.
I can understand the frustration for the people that make the Kauai home. Extra traffic, some crowded beaches, tourists filling up their local eateries.
We just hope that we impact the locals minimally. Absolutely love this place.
My feelings exactly! We’ve been to Hawaii 20 times over 30 years, mostly to Kauai only (and we’ve come to Hawaii on every trip!), and we love everything about it. We try to tread lightly and leave nothing but our love for this place behind.
I have been coming to the Hawaiian Islands for over 26 years. I love and respect the culture. I have even lectured many tourist about approaching turtles and what it does to them and their environment. I fully stand by the Hawaiian the people and their decisions about the C0vid. I had planned not to come this year before the virus.
Hello, I love 💗 the Beautiful People of Hawaii !! Been over to your part of Paradise Twice Kauai 2006 & Maui 2016 hoping to make it this Coming February Many Blessings
Hi Susa.
Thanks.
Aloha.