Start a stress free vacation with 14 tips on what to pack for vacation in Hawaii.
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Last summer we visited 4 islands, 17 nights, 2 adults & 2 kids and still managed with only a carry on and a back pack for each of us. We took powdered laundry detergent & dryer sheets in baggies to use. We also brought blow up floats for the kids, four of our own snorkels & masks plus one set of kids’ fins, a collapsible cooler, a stuff sack with a large beach blanket, 2 collapsible totes so we could take souvenirs home with us (surprisingly we didn’t have to use these island to island but only going home), and loads of snacks. Clothes were easy, just shorts & tees, swim stuff, plus one “luau” outfit. We limited shoes to one pair of closed toe and one pair of sandals/flip flops each and made sure to wear the heaviest & largest of the two shoes on the flights. We also all wore a long sleeve item over a tee on the flight which doubled as a light jacket. We had plenty of electronic devices plus cards and other games for the flights too. We saved a lot on luggage fees especially since we were flying on 4 different airlines using various points. It took some planning but I’d do the same thing again- no wait for luggage, no worry over suitcases making it, and no fees!
Wow,My family of 6 doesn’t bring that much for a month long vacation.
We are looking to go to Hawaii this fall or spring,our time frame is flexible. Are the prices from Portland,Oregon ever going to go below the now average of $450 per person this year? Thank you.
Hi Tom,
We can’t say for sure and certainly the airlines hope it doesn’t go lower. On the other hand, there’s a ton of availability for winter/spring and thus some further reduction remains possible. Sorry to not have anything more definitive.
Aloha.
just wondering which hotel to book in Honolulu for me and my family. A clean descent hotel with breakfast included ….any ideas please?
Hi Uchie.
With so many to choose from, we suggest you check out the Oahu Revaled guidebook online or in print. Highly recommended.
Aloha.
We stayed last year at the Embassy Suites in Honolulu with our family. Everyone ate for free a fantastic breakfast buffet each morning. They also had free drinks and evening happy hour in same location as the breakfast area. They really did a nice job! Have a great trip.
Hi / aloha 🙂
As an aussie travelling to hawaii for first time with my hubby and 4 teenagers i eas wanting to know what are the best ideas for meals? ( 3 of the teenagers are boys and eat there weight in food a day ) so i am kind of worried i will blow budget just feeding them!!
Also we are staying at outrigger beach resort any good tips on shopping or activities for our 12 day stay?
Thanks in advance 🙂
Hi Anne,
Yes staying at a hotel will certainly make cooking a challenge. And food out will be expensive – even fast food. We recommend (and ourselves use) the Oahu Revealed guidebook (in print and online). This should prove worth its weight in gold.
Aloha.
Aloha everyone🌴🌊 hope you don’t mind me chiming in here😁 when in our islands(especially Waikiki) please look for the extremely helpful guidebooks like Oahu Gold etc you’ll find an amazing plethora of deals, 2 for one meals(the steak dinners are well worth it), ABC Store savings, adventures like Catamaran trips, Atlantis submarine tours, hiking, Helicopter tours, and Dakine Luau’s and one that I absolutely love to do? Hop on “The Bus” stops anywhere and everywhere-jump off for a swim and our plate lunches jump back on -see another beach? same thing again Lol I’m tellin’ya’ it’s a wonderful way to see the island and note your stops and views then if you rent a car later you have a list..lock valuables in the trunk and insure them-please..saving on all these sure can streamline a hectic day or evening out and about,
have fun and leave the Lava where you see it (no take chance) this respects Pele..and don’t come close to the Honu (turtles) – that one! is Government Law!
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Hi,we are traveling from Nashville, TN to Maui the first week of September 2016. We have no choice (due to work) but to travel Saturday to Saturday. I’ve checked all the possible ways to go on all the airlines and American (for the entire trip) keeps coming up with the best price at $982. Do you anticipate this price getting any better? Thanks so much!
Hi Denise,
Yes $983 it is. May or may not come down but suggest waiting in case it does. Availability not likely to be an issue.
Aloha.
Hi! I have found your website so helpful. Thank you so much! A question please? Two of us are planning a trip to Hawaii in September, 2016. Is it too early to purchase tickets? We plan to fly from Oakland, CA to Maui, them to Honolulu and then back to Oakland. Total cost we found is $458.00 per person. How does that sound to you? I read your site all the time. It”s fun to read & keeps us always ready to go. Thanks so much.
Hi Diana,
Thank you! That certainly isn’t a bad price. If you wait and watch with us however you will probably improve that by $60+ per person. Availability in September is never an issue.
Aloha.
Thank you so much for the advice. We’ll hang with you and watch for a better deal. We love going to Hawaii, but we’d rather spend our money on the ground if we can, not on the air. Mahalo!!
YOU GUYS DO A GREAT JOB I LOVE LOOKING AT THE BEAT OF HAWAII AND LOOKING OVER OUR NEEDS AND YOUR COMMENTS WE WILL RETURN FOR OUT 12 TRIP TO KAUAI IN APRIL FOR 2 WEEKS THIS TIME IT WILL BE FOR OUR 50 ANNIVERSARY AND MY WIFES 70 BIRTHDAY THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR IMFO OVER THE YEARS
Thanks Vincent!!
Aloha.
When would you suggest purchasing flights from the San Francisco area to Honolulu for travel in late December? Yes, we will be joining the throngs to be in the best place in the world to celebrate the Holidays!
If I just submitted this questions, my apologies… computer issues….
Hi Nancy,
Best guidance on holidays is to purchase now. https://beatofhawaii.com/the-cheapest-time-to-fly-to-hawaii-is-coming-soon/. If you don’t already have accommodations, availability is a serious concern too.
Aloha.
Following 🙂
Another Aussie travelling to the beautiful Hawaii soon. Unfortunately Jetstar have changed their carry on luggage limits to 7kg…COMBINED! I have paid for 15kg checked in allowance to Hawaii (empty suitcases) and 40kg checked in allowance going home….a lot of room for shopping! I’m just taking the bare minimum and buying everything there.
Hi Vanessa,
We’ve never had Jetstar check carry on weight. Let us know if they do when you board.
Aloha.
Aloha and apologies for the late reply.
Our carry on luggage was not weighed! But could depend on the day as to who is checking your bags and how strict they are.
I absolutely LOVED Kauai. A week was not long enough to see everything. I can’t wait to return.
And shop we did……..all suitcases were close to capacity, even with the exchange range, we were still better of.