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I'm planning a week-long vacation to Hawaii during the summer with my girlfriend. I've never done this before, so I'm looking for tips and cautions on having a nice time and avoid getting ripped off. Should I book online or with a real travel agent? Do I need to rent a car while there? Weekday rates vs. weekend rates. Anything that you think will help me make good decisions about this trip would be great. Thanks a lot.
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Do you want to stay on one island, like Oahu, or visit other islands? Prices are often cheaper on the other islands, but there is also less to do. Flights between the islands are inexpensive.
Do you like outdoor activities - deep sea fishing, sailing, scuba diving - or are you more interested in nightclubs and parties? Historical visits - nature walks - pineapple plantations - gorgeous golf courses and outdoor festivals. Hawaii has all this and more, but to use your time wisely, figure out what they have (read) and what you want to do and see. Check what local festivals or celebrations might be going on when you are there.
Investigate - I found a GREAT hotel in Hono - not luxury but nice people, free continental breakfast each morning on the roof, well located and inexpensive (Waikiki Gateway) - it's not the Hawaiian Village but you'll end up with more money in your pocket to spend on other things.
Sometimes local car rentals can give you a better deal than the big names. Sometimes you can get a better deal if you book air tickets AND hotel AND car all at the same time. Again - investigate.
Check your address book and with your friends to see if anyone knows anyone who lives there. That can be a great help.
And of course - sun screen, LOTS of water, a hat - and leave room in your suitcase, you'll want to bring things back.
Do you want to stay on one island, like Oahu, or visit other islands? Prices are often cheaper on the other islands, but there is also less to do. Flights between the islands are inexpensive.
Do you like outdoor activities - deep sea fishing, sailing, scuba diving - or are you more interested in nightclubs and parties? Historical visits - nature walks - pineapple plantations - gorgeous golf courses and outdoor festivals. Hawaii has all this and more, but to use your time wisely, figure out what they have (read) and what you want to do and see. Check what local festivals or celebrations might be going on when you are there.
Investigate - I found a GREAT hotel in Hono - not luxury but nice people, free continental breakfast each morning on the roof, well located and inexpensive (Waikiki Gateway) - it's not the Hawaiian Village but you'll end up with more money in your pocket to spend on other things.
Sometimes local car rentals can give you a better deal than the big names. Sometimes you can get a better deal if you book air tickets AND hotel AND car all at the same time. Again - investigate.
Check your address book and with your friends to see if anyone knows anyone who lives there. That can be a great help.
And of course - sun screen, LOTS of water, a hat - and leave room in your suitcase, you'll want to bring things back.
Are cars cheaper on mainland America?
Jason Sant
I live in Honolulu, HI and since everything is imported here, stuff is more expensive. As far as prices I know groceries can run up to a dollar more than prices on the west coast. I was wondering if luxury cars are cheaper there. I was looking at craigslist and comparing prices of some of the same cars. Some dealers in Seattle were selling there cars a few thousands of dollars cheaper than Hawaii price but some dealers were selling it for a few thousands more.
@ Beachgirl: I plan to live there.
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Yes, you can get luxury cars cheaper on the Mainland but if you want to bring it over to Honolulu it's going to cost over $1000 for shipping. (plus any $ you spent going over to the Mainland to check it out, test drive, etc)
Yes, you can get luxury cars cheaper on the Mainland but if you want to bring it over to Honolulu it's going to cost over $1000 for shipping. (plus any $ you spent going over to the Mainland to check it out, test drive, etc)
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