What you need to know before you go on vacation to Hawaii

Preparations for the holidays, go to your Hawaii? Here are a few things to know before you go.

Weather. Hawaii is surprisingly mild climate and lower than average heights over 60 and 80, but what most people do not have the view that it rains, sometimes a lot. The rainfall is higher than the sea, between 25 and 30 inches a year, and in some areas of the islands, much more. Kauai's Mount. Waialeale is the wettest and most humid place on the planetwith more than 472 cm or 39 feet of rain a year.

In spring and winter, rainfall is above average, so be sure to pack at least a light jacket for unexpected rainy days. Do not be surprised if the rain lasts more than a few days either. More than a few tourists have asked when will the rain stop? Even if you do get exposed to some 'Hawaiian sun "is probably very warm and refreshing. Blue skies are not far away. If your vacation is during the winterMonths can be seen in the fortunate position of large waves over 25 meters in height.

Traffic. If you want to stay on Oahu, be prepared for transport. With nearly one million people live on the island of Oahu alone, and most of the jobs in the heart of Honolulu and Waikiki exist, the traffic all the time. peak morning and afternoon can be intense. Plan your trips per day to avoid the consequence for hours on the highway or potentially missing your flight. Most of the locals are more relaxed in traffic andsomeone you can merge the lane, be sure to wave or to sign them to hang the "Shaka" or loose.

local custom. If you are invited to someone's house or a part, it is considered polite etiquette, something with you a great way to bring a dessert. Remember to remove your shoes and not the door. If you arrive on time at a party, you are not surprised that you are the first there. E 'acceptable "Hawaiian time" to arrive (late). However, you will be pleasantlysurprisingly, Hawaiian festivals often last late into the night to find.

Mahalo Means Thank you. People often use the word "Mahalo to thank you, but you can also see this word on garbage cans (to encourage people to keep the island beautiful and trash free).
Respect for the environment. While you will be safe in Hawaii, that cleaning and garbage to abstain, with shells, stones and other elements in nature. If you see green sea turtles and Hawaiian monk seal, do not touch or. Are you at risk approach and should not be disturbed.
If you belong to strike a conversation with a local, not in the continental United States as "the States". This means that Hawaii is a state and not as rude. If you're white and someone calls you "haole" and not be offended. Haole means "white" or "white" and not understood in the pejorative sense, but watch out for the vote.

Directions. If you ask for directions, most locals show or saythe opportunity to go with the words "Mauka (toward the mountain), Makai (toward the sea), or" Ewa "(east). Do not ask which way to the west, because the concepts of management are not generally used. The local are also places to declare which way they go.

Dress code. You will be hard to find someone in a suit. apparel business includes Hawaii and "Aloha" shirts and floral dresses for women or muumuus. Avoid buying T-shirts colored Hawaiian print,Shopping in Waikiki, if you want to be a tourist. Look at what the locals wear and you will be well mixed. Shorts and T-shirts are the norm.

Eye contact. E 'considered rude to stare or look directly into the eyes of the people for more than a few seconds. This is because the humble spirit of the islanders. This can be difficult for people from the mainland, but you unpleasant situations, protecting them in her attitude.