1,090 thoughts on “Hawaii Visitors and Residents Whipsaw in 1,000 Comments”
Sheri B
Raise your prices so that you can pay Hawaians a living wage. No most of us won’t be able to come…I have never been; but the people who can afford it will still come and there are fewer of them which means less impact on your home. Maybe they will be more respectful but I doubt it. Mostly they’re just pigs. Hire more law enforcement. Pay them. Insist that they keep your beaches clean, and barr them from your sacred places. They have no buisness there.
So think about Hawaii’s place in the United States. You are part of the United States. With every state wanting it’s own way; the southern states hating the northern states and visa versa, and Hawaii adding to that, where will all the states be when we tear ourselves to pieces.
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Glenn H
I still believe in ohana spirit of Kauai. The wonderful everlasting peace and tranquility is always there.
Kauai eventually picks you to have the experience of a lifetime and as well a home to live on the beautiful Garden Island.
Remember, you aren’t the one choosing.
Allow the spirit of Kauai make that decision for you.
Mahalo Nui Loa.
Kevin K
My wife and I agree we will never return to Hawaii. We wish them well, but they didn’t receiprocate.
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NoKaOi
My wife and I were in Waikiki a few months ago after not traveling due to the pandemic. We used to visit Hawaiian islands about 3x per year. This visit was not enjoyable. We were disappointed. The number of homeless increased mixing in with the tourist. Many appear to have mental or drug/alcohol issues – yelling and talking to themselves. We also witnessed arguing between them. Local store owners warning us not to go to Chinatown due to high crime. We may not visit Waikiki for a while.
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Kevin K
I think we won’t ever come back. People were extremely rude to us. I say that as someone who has been to Paris many times. I hope never seeing us again helps with whatever needs helping.
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S A
2 weeks ago, at Makaluapuna Point (Dragon’s teeth trail) in Maui, my wife and I were assaulted by a local person with his 3 unleashed pitbulls only because we asked him to control the dogs as they were getting close to us. The moment we asked him “can you please control your dogs or put them on a leash” he suddenly exploded at us screaming “what the f*** are you gonna do about it?” And charged aggressively towards us. This happened while a lot of people were around and supposedly in a touristy area.
I can’t find an explanation for this local’s action other than pure hatred and anger towards tourists, and probably mental illness. What kind of touristy wrongdoing did we do by asking him to control his pitbulls?
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Leilani N
As a “local”, that person w/the dogs is wrong. I’d be frightened too! And it has happened to me too so I can understand! He should have his dogs leashed!! No excuse!!
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Linda K
I’m sorry this happened to you, but that is clearly not a reflection of the majority of us locals. One of the reasons locals aren’t always friendly to tourists is their ignorance and disrespect for the land. It goes both ways. How would you like it if you invited a stranger into your house and they start touching your personal belongings and looking through your house without asking for permission? Wouldn’t you think the person is rude and disrespectful? It’s the same thing when tourists come to Hawaii and not respecting our land/properties. Not understanding what can and can’t do is ignorance.
Doing things they saw on social media without thoroughly researching about it can be very dangerous and many times is forbidden.
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Ernie S.
There are so many people that come to Hawaii from the mainland that are interested in knowing more of Hawaiian Heritage and Customs, are respectful of the people and nature. Then there are some that are interested in themselves, what outrageous things they can do and put on YouTube and Tiktock. Some of these people are trouble on the mainland too, respect is not happening. Difficult situation that causes trouble for Tourists and Residents. Simple Version of course. Nothing is Simple when it effects all of us except those who cause it, they laugh at us! We All Deserve Better.
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Sonya
We traveled to Hawaii May 8th – 18th. 7 days Waikki Beach and 3 days Kaanapali. Enjoyed many activities including Bishop Museum and Lei Day. Loved talking to natives headed from Maui back home to Kauai. I did comment on the cost of living being high for residents and the amount of apartments/crowed living conditions. 1/2 my family lives in NYC so I understand $$$. Thank You Hawaii for your hospitality, great food, and adventures.
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Valerie W
I will not be back to Hawaii. Upon arrival, it was not very welcoming, as it is often portrayed in commercials. Nevertheless, I decided to compartmentalize my initial impression in hopes that I was wrong. I soon learned that the first impression was the right one. Along with the overpriced food, residents are not very welcoming. Yet, I fully had the intention to respect the land, people, and culture…so much that I chased down wind-blown paper products to keep them from reaching the ocean…on two occasions. But a recent encounter with a resident, who taped a typed sign on my car about the use of exhaustion was uncalled for. I have no respect for anyone who saw me in the car, her words when confronted, and decided to act passive-aggressively.
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Warren M
You, sir, do not know the American south. Look again, and this time without the preconceived notions.
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Rod W
Warren,
What were you replying to?
Thanks,
Rod
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Casey
I’m guessing the comment got deleted.
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Warren M
Sorry Rod – this is my first pass back through this thread in some time and I just now saw your comment. As Casey speculated below, my reply was in response to a comment which was deleted.
Which is the same fate Douglas K’s insipid remark below should experience…but I digress. I hope Douglas K will remember – much like Neil Young…
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DOUGLAS K
I know enough about the American South to understand that it’s history is repugnant, it’s politics are outlandish, and it’s hospitality is a myth.
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Vic B
Well, there goes my wife. But, she’s like that on the mainland, too.
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Raise your prices so that you can pay Hawaians a living wage. No most of us won’t be able to come…I have never been; but the people who can afford it will still come and there are fewer of them which means less impact on your home. Maybe they will be more respectful but I doubt it. Mostly they’re just pigs. Hire more law enforcement. Pay them. Insist that they keep your beaches clean, and barr them from your sacred places. They have no buisness there.
So think about Hawaii’s place in the United States. You are part of the United States. With every state wanting it’s own way; the southern states hating the northern states and visa versa, and Hawaii adding to that, where will all the states be when we tear ourselves to pieces.
I still believe in ohana spirit of Kauai. The wonderful everlasting peace and tranquility is always there.
Kauai eventually picks you to have the experience of a lifetime and as well a home to live on the beautiful Garden Island.
Remember, you aren’t the one choosing.
Allow the spirit of Kauai make that decision for you.
Mahalo Nui Loa.
My wife and I agree we will never return to Hawaii. We wish them well, but they didn’t receiprocate.
My wife and I were in Waikiki a few months ago after not traveling due to the pandemic. We used to visit Hawaiian islands about 3x per year. This visit was not enjoyable. We were disappointed. The number of homeless increased mixing in with the tourist. Many appear to have mental or drug/alcohol issues – yelling and talking to themselves. We also witnessed arguing between them. Local store owners warning us not to go to Chinatown due to high crime. We may not visit Waikiki for a while.
I think we won’t ever come back. People were extremely rude to us. I say that as someone who has been to Paris many times. I hope never seeing us again helps with whatever needs helping.
2 weeks ago, at Makaluapuna Point (Dragon’s teeth trail) in Maui, my wife and I were assaulted by a local person with his 3 unleashed pitbulls only because we asked him to control the dogs as they were getting close to us. The moment we asked him “can you please control your dogs or put them on a leash” he suddenly exploded at us screaming “what the f*** are you gonna do about it?” And charged aggressively towards us. This happened while a lot of people were around and supposedly in a touristy area.
I can’t find an explanation for this local’s action other than pure hatred and anger towards tourists, and probably mental illness. What kind of touristy wrongdoing did we do by asking him to control his pitbulls?
As a “local”, that person w/the dogs is wrong. I’d be frightened too! And it has happened to me too so I can understand! He should have his dogs leashed!! No excuse!!
I’m sorry this happened to you, but that is clearly not a reflection of the majority of us locals. One of the reasons locals aren’t always friendly to tourists is their ignorance and disrespect for the land. It goes both ways. How would you like it if you invited a stranger into your house and they start touching your personal belongings and looking through your house without asking for permission? Wouldn’t you think the person is rude and disrespectful? It’s the same thing when tourists come to Hawaii and not respecting our land/properties. Not understanding what can and can’t do is ignorance.
Doing things they saw on social media without thoroughly researching about it can be very dangerous and many times is forbidden.
There are so many people that come to Hawaii from the mainland that are interested in knowing more of Hawaiian Heritage and Customs, are respectful of the people and nature. Then there are some that are interested in themselves, what outrageous things they can do and put on YouTube and Tiktock. Some of these people are trouble on the mainland too, respect is not happening. Difficult situation that causes trouble for Tourists and Residents. Simple Version of course. Nothing is Simple when it effects all of us except those who cause it, they laugh at us! We All Deserve Better.
We traveled to Hawaii May 8th – 18th. 7 days Waikki Beach and 3 days Kaanapali. Enjoyed many activities including Bishop Museum and Lei Day. Loved talking to natives headed from Maui back home to Kauai. I did comment on the cost of living being high for residents and the amount of apartments/crowed living conditions. 1/2 my family lives in NYC so I understand $$$. Thank You Hawaii for your hospitality, great food, and adventures.
I will not be back to Hawaii. Upon arrival, it was not very welcoming, as it is often portrayed in commercials. Nevertheless, I decided to compartmentalize my initial impression in hopes that I was wrong. I soon learned that the first impression was the right one. Along with the overpriced food, residents are not very welcoming. Yet, I fully had the intention to respect the land, people, and culture…so much that I chased down wind-blown paper products to keep them from reaching the ocean…on two occasions. But a recent encounter with a resident, who taped a typed sign on my car about the use of exhaustion was uncalled for. I have no respect for anyone who saw me in the car, her words when confronted, and decided to act passive-aggressively.
You, sir, do not know the American south. Look again, and this time without the preconceived notions.
Warren,
What were you replying to?
Thanks,
Rod
I’m guessing the comment got deleted.
Sorry Rod – this is my first pass back through this thread in some time and I just now saw your comment. As Casey speculated below, my reply was in response to a comment which was deleted.
Which is the same fate Douglas K’s insipid remark below should experience…but I digress. I hope Douglas K will remember – much like Neil Young…
I know enough about the American South to understand that it’s history is repugnant, it’s politics are outlandish, and it’s hospitality is a myth.
Well, there goes my wife. But, she’s like that on the mainland, too.