74 thoughts on “How do Hawaii Travelers View Other Visitors and Residents”
Christine G
I hate ignorant visitors who don’t respect the culture or signs. It is rude and ignorant. Unlived in Germany for 10 years and always hated to see the ugly American. We need to learn from other people and respect their culture and their rules/laws. In Jan ’20 we visited Ohua and Big Island. We had a wonderful time and respected the people and their beautiful islands.
Fronn F
Please You are a better person than everyone almost. There are a bunch here who maybe respecting cultures a little more than you. I wish you’d come to my neighborhood and respect the cultures of the crack dealers and murderers. I thought I had it bad, but I was wrong. You have it much worse. I am starting to feel superior to you. Thank you.
Trish V.
I am currently vacationing in big island with my husband and two children. We are respectful and follow all rules, so it is super frustrating to see other tourists being so disrespectful. Seeing their behavior makes me understand why so many locals dislike tourists. I feel like we get judged because of their abhorrent behavior. We witnessed one awful family in volcanoes national park. No one was wearing masks, they took an infant into the sulfer vents, and one of them carried a speaker in his back pocket blaring loud music. Another couple repeatedly shone a bright lazer into the night sky at the Mouna Kea visitors center after being asked by the ranger to stop. I support strong fines and punishments for visitors who break the rules because they are the ones making it harder for travelers like me.
Eva R.
Follow this saying “When you go to Rome do what Romans do”. When you go to hawaii follow their rules. I live in the main land.
Hen R
My wife and I have been going to Hawaii for years, and never has it been about hanging out at the beach. It’s the people, culture, and nature. Respect that and you’ll have a great time.
Bob N.
I really enjoy your posts. My husband and I look forward to visiting Hawaii once all of the COVID restrictions are relaxed. I’ve been wanting to visit your islands my entire adult life and your column has helped me to become a more informed and polite guest. Thank you keep e the good work 😊
Beat of Hawaii
Hi Bob.
Thanks. We look forward to your being able to visit the islands.
Aloha.
Julie N.
My husband and I are lucky enough to have very dear friends that live in Oahu on the North Shore. When we visit we treat the islands the same way we treat our friends and their home. We are grateful and honored to be welcomed there. We follow the expected rules of our hosts, we are polite and helpful and we are all able to enjoy ourselves. It’s helpful to have locals tell us what places to eat, what time of day is best for certain activities the best museums and cultural sites to see. Don’t overstep your bounds, be respectful and polite and you’ll get the same in return. Our friends have lived in Hawaii for over 30 years,they have a business there but they still consider themselves visitors they honor the true hawaiian people. The Aloha spirit is very real but don’t abuse it.
Louis M.
Great post….True pono
Vicki Lynn P.
Listening to KINE and the new method of testing out of state visitors w/a hefty $125 per test! Yet another way to scam your visitors and your economic boosters! Wow. A result of lawsuits or just a way for those who live in Hawaii currently to further scam out of staters. Mainlanders don’t do that. We’re all humans from around the world. From my grad school years in Hilo in ‘75 to the squalor allowed to fester all the way to Makaha is indefensible. Btw, the state of Hawaii was trying to deport homeless to the mainland years ago on one of our numerous surf trips there😂Residents litter, disrespect and trash the state. Tourism should be praised, encouraged and welcomed!!🇺🇸🙏🏻🇺🇸💪🏻
J.S.
It is funny how you Assume that those testing funds are going to the residents of Hawaii. That you do not stop to think about how many older residents thete are, and how little space the islands have, providing only so much healthcare. Did you ever consider that the increase of visitors with a disease can Actually affect an entire island? A place stolen by the USA to make it a state. Tourism is not Hawaii’s issue, its disrespectful self-entitled people like yourself that cause friction in a place of beauty. Visiting anywhere should require common sense, kindness, respect and morales. People like yourself say tourism should be praised, while also disrespecting the culture and islands. And wonder why you are not wanted!
Judd S
Your a Trumper. I can tell.
David W.
Amen
A.L.
You’re ridiculous. The mainland has been sending it’s homeless to Hawaii with one way tickets for years. Also tourism should only be “praised, encouraged, and welcomed” when the tourists respect the locals. Traveling here during a global pandemic is not showing love for the island. It’s being incredibly selfish and only caring about getting a cheap vacation regardless of the health risks you’re paying by traveling here.
Beth C.
I have been coming to Hawaii for about 50 years. I also have owed a timeshare for many years. Why all of a sudden are the locals complaining about the tourists? I respect signs at home and in Hawaii. I am kind to service workers wherever I am. The tourists that complain, are rude or disrespectful are just rude people period. I see nothing wrong with enjoying the beautiful beaches. I have been bringing my kids to Hawaii since they were little. On one trip my son bought a book about the Hawaiian language. The locals may not like us there but the fact is they need our vacation dollars. Everyone these days is just too worked up.
Cynthia
When we first started our travel to the Hawaiian islands 20+ years ago we used each trip to educate our young children to the history and culture of the Hawaiian people. I have not experienced witnessing travelers talking poorly to service people. We always enjoy tours because each individual shared a piece of their personal life on their respective island. We follow posted signs for do not enter because you must respect each state. I do feel the Aloha has dimmed over the last several years, particularly on Kauai.
JamesH
1. Respect the sign and find another trail or activity. I’m sure there are at least 100 other things available to do.
2. I would feel very uncomfortable, but would not intervene unless I was privy to the entire situation. However, I might ask for the supervisor/manager and ask him/her to intervene.
3. I would internally laugh roll my eyes at the mainlander-splaining.
4. No I would not do the same! That would be extremely foolish.
5. They are a form of protection. We have seen how our national parks get “loved to death” with increasing numbers of visitors, particularly the clueless and careless who leave trash, go off-trail, and other acts that ruin public spaces. Hawaii has the right to protect its landscape and resources.
6. I always “tap into the culture” with each visit. While I love the beach, Hawaii has so much more.
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I hate ignorant visitors who don’t respect the culture or signs. It is rude and ignorant. Unlived in Germany for 10 years and always hated to see the ugly American. We need to learn from other people and respect their culture and their rules/laws. In Jan ’20 we visited Ohua and Big Island. We had a wonderful time and respected the people and their beautiful islands.
Please You are a better person than everyone almost. There are a bunch here who maybe respecting cultures a little more than you. I wish you’d come to my neighborhood and respect the cultures of the crack dealers and murderers. I thought I had it bad, but I was wrong. You have it much worse. I am starting to feel superior to you. Thank you.
I am currently vacationing in big island with my husband and two children. We are respectful and follow all rules, so it is super frustrating to see other tourists being so disrespectful. Seeing their behavior makes me understand why so many locals dislike tourists. I feel like we get judged because of their abhorrent behavior. We witnessed one awful family in volcanoes national park. No one was wearing masks, they took an infant into the sulfer vents, and one of them carried a speaker in his back pocket blaring loud music. Another couple repeatedly shone a bright lazer into the night sky at the Mouna Kea visitors center after being asked by the ranger to stop. I support strong fines and punishments for visitors who break the rules because they are the ones making it harder for travelers like me.
Follow this saying “When you go to Rome do what Romans do”. When you go to hawaii follow their rules. I live in the main land.
My wife and I have been going to Hawaii for years, and never has it been about hanging out at the beach. It’s the people, culture, and nature. Respect that and you’ll have a great time.
I really enjoy your posts. My husband and I look forward to visiting Hawaii once all of the COVID restrictions are relaxed. I’ve been wanting to visit your islands my entire adult life and your column has helped me to become a more informed and polite guest. Thank you keep e the good work 😊
Hi Bob.
Thanks. We look forward to your being able to visit the islands.
Aloha.
My husband and I are lucky enough to have very dear friends that live in Oahu on the North Shore. When we visit we treat the islands the same way we treat our friends and their home. We are grateful and honored to be welcomed there. We follow the expected rules of our hosts, we are polite and helpful and we are all able to enjoy ourselves. It’s helpful to have locals tell us what places to eat, what time of day is best for certain activities the best museums and cultural sites to see. Don’t overstep your bounds, be respectful and polite and you’ll get the same in return. Our friends have lived in Hawaii for over 30 years,they have a business there but they still consider themselves visitors they honor the true hawaiian people. The Aloha spirit is very real but don’t abuse it.
Great post….True pono
Listening to KINE and the new method of testing out of state visitors w/a hefty $125 per test! Yet another way to scam your visitors and your economic boosters! Wow. A result of lawsuits or just a way for those who live in Hawaii currently to further scam out of staters. Mainlanders don’t do that. We’re all humans from around the world. From my grad school years in Hilo in ‘75 to the squalor allowed to fester all the way to Makaha is indefensible. Btw, the state of Hawaii was trying to deport homeless to the mainland years ago on one of our numerous surf trips there😂Residents litter, disrespect and trash the state. Tourism should be praised, encouraged and welcomed!!🇺🇸🙏🏻🇺🇸💪🏻
It is funny how you Assume that those testing funds are going to the residents of Hawaii. That you do not stop to think about how many older residents thete are, and how little space the islands have, providing only so much healthcare. Did you ever consider that the increase of visitors with a disease can Actually affect an entire island? A place stolen by the USA to make it a state. Tourism is not Hawaii’s issue, its disrespectful self-entitled people like yourself that cause friction in a place of beauty. Visiting anywhere should require common sense, kindness, respect and morales. People like yourself say tourism should be praised, while also disrespecting the culture and islands. And wonder why you are not wanted!
Your a Trumper. I can tell.
Amen
You’re ridiculous. The mainland has been sending it’s homeless to Hawaii with one way tickets for years. Also tourism should only be “praised, encouraged, and welcomed” when the tourists respect the locals. Traveling here during a global pandemic is not showing love for the island. It’s being incredibly selfish and only caring about getting a cheap vacation regardless of the health risks you’re paying by traveling here.
I have been coming to Hawaii for about 50 years. I also have owed a timeshare for many years. Why all of a sudden are the locals complaining about the tourists? I respect signs at home and in Hawaii. I am kind to service workers wherever I am. The tourists that complain, are rude or disrespectful are just rude people period. I see nothing wrong with enjoying the beautiful beaches. I have been bringing my kids to Hawaii since they were little. On one trip my son bought a book about the Hawaiian language. The locals may not like us there but the fact is they need our vacation dollars. Everyone these days is just too worked up.
When we first started our travel to the Hawaiian islands 20+ years ago we used each trip to educate our young children to the history and culture of the Hawaiian people. I have not experienced witnessing travelers talking poorly to service people. We always enjoy tours because each individual shared a piece of their personal life on their respective island. We follow posted signs for do not enter because you must respect each state. I do feel the Aloha has dimmed over the last several years, particularly on Kauai.
1. Respect the sign and find another trail or activity. I’m sure there are at least 100 other things available to do.
2. I would feel very uncomfortable, but would not intervene unless I was privy to the entire situation. However, I might ask for the supervisor/manager and ask him/her to intervene.
3. I would internally laugh roll my eyes at the mainlander-splaining.
4. No I would not do the same! That would be extremely foolish.
5. They are a form of protection. We have seen how our national parks get “loved to death” with increasing numbers of visitors, particularly the clueless and careless who leave trash, go off-trail, and other acts that ruin public spaces. Hawaii has the right to protect its landscape and resources.
6. I always “tap into the culture” with each visit. While I love the beach, Hawaii has so much more.