Reservations are now required for the Black Sand Beach (Waiʻānapana State Park) along the Road to Hana, Maui. All visitors now must have a reservation voucher in order to enter the extremely popular Waiʻānapana State Park (Black Sand Beach), along the famous Road to Hana on Maui. How do you make a reservation at black […]
Do you need a Hawaii driver’s license to register a car in Hawaii?
Hawaii Safety Inspection Certificate. Valid drivers license (an out-of-state license is OK, as long as it hasn’t expired) Check or cash to pay registration and license plates fees (get an estimate of the cost) Do you need a Hawaii driver’s license to buy a car in Hawaii? DEALERSHIP OR INDIVIDUAL? In Hawaii, both motor vehicle […]
Was Hawaii ever part of Japan?
Hawaii belongs to Japan, the Japanese press suddenly proclaims. Tokyo publishes ancient maps and documents that purport to show that the Hawaiian islands were historically part of the Japanese homeland until they were illegally annexed by the Americans. Did Japan ever own Hawaii? The government of Japan organized and gave special protection to its people, […]
How did the United States acquire Hawaii and Alaska?
Important Dates: 1867: Alaska territory purchased from Russia for $7 million. 1898: Hawaii annexed as a United States territory. 1959: Alaska and Hawaii admitted, respectively, as the 49th and 50th states of the Union. How did us acquire Alaska or Hawaii? ALASKA was a Russian colony from 1744 until the USA bought it in 1867 […]
How much should I budget for food in Kauai?
While meal prices in Kauai can vary, the average cost of food in Kauai is $45 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Kauai should cost around $18 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. How is Kauai on […]
How long is the road around Kauai?
While our island is almost circular, (approximately 25 miles wide and 33 miles long) the Napali coastline prohibits construction of roads from the north shore to the west side, so driving times from one end of the island (Ke’e Beach on the northshore) to the west side (Polihale Beach) will take roughly 2 hours 50 […]
What is an Ohana unit in Hawaii?
An Ohana Unit is a second home permitted on a lot where the zoning normally allows for just one. They’re perfect for families looking to create a multi-generational living space that’s both practical and functional. What is Ohana zoning in Hawaii? An Ohana dwelling (similar to an accessory dwelling unit) is a second home permitted […]
Are there chickens in Kauai?
Visitors to Hawaii’s island of Kauai are surprised and often delighted to spot chickens nearly everywhere. Kauai’s wild chickens lead strings of chicks across shopping center parking lots. Why are there so many chickens on Kauai? According to National Geographic, genetic tests, and at least one biologist, Kauai’s wild chicken population has grown as a […]
How much does a gallon of gas cost in Hawaii?
Hawaii average gas prices Regular Diesel Current Avg. $4.364 $4.674 Yesterday Avg. $4.363 $4.664 Week Ago Avg. $4.363 $4.678 Month Ago Avg. $4.324 $4.646 How much does gas cost in Hawaii 2021? Hawaii Gasoline prices, litre The average value for Hawaii during that period was 1.17 U.S. Dollar with a minimum of 1.14 U.S. Dollar […]
What does Malama Honua mean in Hawaiian?
to care for our Island Earth. Page 1. Mālama honua is a Hawaiian concept that means to care for our Island Earth. Our Hawaiian voyaging canoes, Hōkūle’a and Hikianalia, are on a journey around the world to learn, create global relationships, and explore how to care for our oceans and Island Earth. What is Malama? […]
What do Hawaiians call their sister?
kaikuaʻana. The Hawaiian Family older sister kaikuaʻana younger sister kaikaina brother kaikunāne sister tita (slang) What are Hawaiian siblings? 1. Sibling. Kaikuaʻana, kaikuʻana (older of a female); kaikaina (younger of a female); kaikuahine (of a male); kika, tita (slang). Cf. What is a Hawaiian Tita? Tita/moke Tita is reserved for a tough local chick who […]
Is a Hawaiian monk seal a carnivore?
The Hawaiian monk seal is a reef carnivore that preys on bony fish, spiny lobster, eels, octopus, squid, shrimp, and crabs. What does Hawaiian monk seal eat? Hawaiian monk seals are “generalist” feeders, which means they eat a wide variety of foods depending on what’s available. They eat many types of common fishes, squids, octopuses, […]
What animal kills snakes in Hawaii?
5) “Snakes have no effective predators living on Hawaii” (not true, most Hawaiian islands have mongooses). What are the predators of snakes? Snakes have many predators, though the size and location of the snake determine the animals that will go after them. Birds, mongooses, wild bores, foxes, raccoons, and coyotes are just a few of […]
Are tiger sharks protected in Hawaii?
Tiger sharks are one of the many shark species that inhabit Hawaiian waters. The bill, SB489, would make knowingly capturing, taking, possessing, abusing, entangling, or killing any shark or ray in Hawaiian waters illegal. Is killing sharks illegal in Hawaii? Hawaii Marks World Oceans Day With 9 New Laws To Protect Sharks And Marine Life.1 […]
Are Hawaiian sea snakes poisonous?
There are no sea snakes in Hawai’i as a general rule, but one eel often gets mistaken for a sea snake.They are highly poisonous, just like venomous land snakes, but they have very small mouths, tiny teeth and are very docile, so it is super-rare that anyone ever gets bit by them. Are there any […]