Flights to Hawaii

Hawaii has so much to see and do! Here’s some of our favorite things you need to add to your Hawaiian bucket list:

• Visit Hawaii Volcanos National Park (on the Big Island).
• Hike Diamond Head (a dormant volcano!) on Oahu for incredible views.
• Go zip-lining or horseback riding at Kualoa Ranch in Oahu.
• Explore the beautiful Na Pali coast in Kauai by hiking, sailing or even a helicopter tour!
• Drive the Road to Hana in Maui.
• And of course, go surfing, snorkeling, windsurfing, bodyboarding or just sunbathing on Hawaii’s many beaches!

Hawaii is a very safe place to visit. Though pickpockets and other petty theft can occur, as in any big city, the major dangers in Hawaii come from the natural elements and not other people. Flash floods can be common during heavy rain seasons and box jellyfish and other jellies can be found in waters around the islands. In general, rip currents, reef cuts and other natural dangers are the main things you should watch out for. Learn some basic ocean safety before you go and surf/snorkel with professionals or only when a lifeguard is present if you’re not used to swimming in the open ocean.

In general, yes. All of the Hawaiian islands have very limited public transportation, with the exception of Waikiki (on Oahu). If you’re planning to fly into Honolulu, stay in Waikiki and hit up the beaches and major tourist attractions around there, you can get away with not having a car of your own, or rent one for just a few days of your trip.

However, if you’re traveling to another island, or want to explore other areas of Oahu outside of Waikiki, you’ll need a rental car.

There’s lots of options for where to stay in Hawaii—it all depends on what you’re looking to do during your trip! If you want to experience city life and have plenty of shopping, attractions and nightlife at your fingertips, stay in Honolulu or Waikiki on Oahu. Maui is more expensive, but known for being more luxurious (and home to some of Hawaii’s prettiest beaches). Kauai and the Big Island are perfect for adventure-lovers who want to get off the grid and explore some of Hawaii’s natural gems. They’re a bit quieter than Honolulu and often have more budget options.