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I really over-packed for this trip. Since the temperature in the islands is generally in the 80's or so year round, you can plan to pack light-weight clothing and do with one suitcase generally. As in Europe, a heavy suitcase can be a detriment to your enjoyment!
Hawaii is almost universally a casual clothes kind of place. Smart casual clothes, and "aloha-wear" is fine for even nicer restaurants and nightlife for most people. The younger crowd tends to be even more casual. A very light jacket, sweater may be appropriate for high altitudes or late in the evening. Sandals and comfortable shoes, aqua shoes are great for snorkeling.
On Oahu, you can find a wide variety of stores, pharmacies, etc., to pick up toiletries you might have forgotten; but it definitely would be less expensive to bring plenty of sunscreen, insect repellant, medicines, etc., from home.
It goes without saying that you'll want to bring alot of film, extra camera batteries, etc., when you visit these islands and though widely available, it probably would be cheaper to bring it from home. Leave a Comment
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 underwater camera by Stacyh
Bring reef shoes if you're planning on snorkeling. That coral is sharp!!
Don't bother with anything in the least fancy. Formal in Hawaii means shoes and new(er) shorts and Hawaiian shirt.
Buy all your lotions (high spf!!), lip guard, etc. at home and bring it. This stuff is mighty spendy in Hawaii. Be sure to pack them in a sealed, plastic bag in case they leak.
Buy a disposable underwater camera if you plan on snorkeling. They work fairly well and you can get some great shots of the sea turtles and fish. Buy it at home..they're twice as much in Hawaii. Leave a Comment
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Bring an extra light beach bag and squeeze it in in your travelling bag. I brought an extra light beach bag to put the bathing suit, beach towel, sunscreen and to put bottled water. I squeezed the beach bag on the side of our travelling bag. This is very convenient because we have a place to put our stuff when we go to the beach. It's light and easy to carry. I put some snacks in there, too. This bag is better than bringing my purse! It is also for safety reasons. I just left my purse in the hotel!
Light clothes, t-shirts, cargo pants, capris and slippers. Everywhere, you can wear slippers - the Hawaiian style!
Sunscreen
Digital cameras
Snorkelling gear so you don't have to rent. We bought our snorkelling gear at Costco for $29.00.
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1 carry-on bag for your camera/film etc.
1 suitcase
tank-tops, shorts, short sleve shirts, flip-flops, teva-type sandals, sneakers, light jacket (for night time)
the basics, there's two Walmart's on Oahu if you forget something :)
a good camera, underwater camera
beach towel, bathing suit, swimming gear, sunblock, sunglasses
Chances are you'll be in for a long plane ride like me. They served a lot of food/drinks on the planes I was on but just in case you might to bring a few snacks depending how long of a flight you have, ours was 8-9 hours one-way. Leave a Comment
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Avoid taking any clothing made from cotton.If your gear should get wet or if you do any laundry, it takes forever to dry.
Try to take clothing made from synthetic material like nylon,polyester, capilene or cool max.They are cooler, lighter and dry a lot faster. Leave a Comment
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 by slaybelle
Arizona Memorial - In the early morning hours just before the Pearl Harbor attack, the Arizona was destroyed along with most of the crew, numbering over 2,300 casualties. Visitors can see the hulk of the ship and the oil still seeping from its engine.
Historic Honolulu - Visitors can grab a tour map and walk through the city and see the Aloha Tower, Iolani Palace, State Library, and Kamehameha statue.
Honouliuli Preserve - Offers spectacular views of central O'ahu and the Wai'anae coast and shelters more than 45 rare plant and animal species.
Interpretive Hike Through Honouliuli Preserve
(Contour Trail) - Nature Conservancy hike leaders who are knowledgeable in Hawaiian flora, fauna, and culture will guide you along this lower-elevation, mostly level trail located in the Wai'anae Mountains. Leave a Comment
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As light as possible...after 9 flights, 4 rental cars, and 4 accomodations, we learned that we packed too much stuff we didn't need.
Leave the suits and "dress up" clothes at home. Even when we went out for a nice dinner, it was very casual. You do need a couple of pairs of hiking shoes if you plan on doing a lot of hiking. We each took 3 pairs and only brought 1 home....
Lots of memory/film for your camera
Bug spray is a MUST....especially on Kauai
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 Disposable luggage is not
recommended! by TropicGirl77
Make room in your suitcase for shorts and tank tops, but don't forget to bring along a long sleeve shirt or windbreaker ... you may want this for the slight breeze on a moonlight stroll, or just to keep the sun or bugs off you at various parks/attractions. Bring comfortable walking shoes and beach shoes (sandals or rubber slippers) A visor is a must, or a ball cap if you are prone to sunburns on your scalp! Bring a nice outfit too, if you intend to visit a night club or restaurant that will require slightly more dressy attire.
My best advice is SUNSCREEN! Don't leave home without it! Also, be sure to bring your allergy meds ... it's almost essential here for the serious sufferers.
A good 35mm camera is a must for your trip ... lots of 400 iso and several 800 iso for evening photographs. **That little spot** in your camera bag for extra batteries and film ... FILL IT UP WITH BATTERIES AND FILM. Here on the islands, because tourism is our main industry, you will find yourself paying megabucks for film and batteries if you have to buy them at the local ABC store or in anywhere in Waikiki!
Bring a cheap flashlight if you plan on going to the Diamond Head Trail, or Moonlight Walk at Waimea Falls Park. Leave a Comment
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 by Hawaii-5-0
Prevent dehydration and heat stroke.Speaking from experience, you can never carry enough safe drinking water along the Kalalau trail.Sooner or later you will run out of safe drinking water.The heat, humidity and physical exertion will take it's toll on your body.Have used and recommend the following:
1)Sweetwater Guardian purification system with viralstop. $69.00
2)Portable Aqua and P.A. Plus-iodine tablets. $5.00
I would recommend a water purifer over iodine tablets.The water taste better and less side effects from iodine intake.Big cost factor difference.
WATER PURIFIER....OR...... IODINE TABLETS........ VERY,VERY, VERY IMPORTANT !
Leptospirosis - virus - in untreated drinking water is very nasty and is something you do not want to get on your vacation.The 3 only ways to safely eliminate the virus and make mountain stream water safe to drink are: 1) boil water for 10 minutes, 2) use a water purifer which uses either chlorine or iodine, or 3)use iodine tablets.
NOTE: WATER FILTERS DO NOT ELIMINATE LEPTOSPIRSIS. Leave a Comment
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 by Sharrie
Walking shoes & socks for all those hikes & walks.
Sunblock!
Camera & lots of films naturally.
Swimsuit & your own snorkel & mask.
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