Top 5 Questions About Hawaii
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On my website/blog HawaiiQuestions.com/hawaii I answer questions about Hawaii. When I don't know the answer my Hawaiian wife usually does or I have to do some research or call a sister-in-law.
The following are what seem to be the top 5 questions asked about Hawaii that generate the most traffic to my blog according to my traffic counter.
Hopefully this will answer one of yours!
Do I need a Passport to go to Hawaii?
Under the New Passport Laws, Do I need a passport to go to Hawaii?
No, Hawaii is the 50th US state, you do not need to have a passport to visit Hawaii if you are from the USA.
If you are visiting from outside the United States or you have travel plans to another country after Hawaii, then you would need a passport.
How long does it take to fly to Hawaii?
How long does it take to fly to Hawaii?
Here are some approximate flight times from various US cities:
- Los Angeles - 5.75 hrs
- San Francisco - 5.5 hrs
- Seattle - 5.75 hrs
- Las Vegas - 7 hrs
- Phoenix - 8.25 hrs
- Salt Lake City - 8 hrs
- Chicago - 9 hrs
- New York - 12.5 hrs
All flight times are approximate and some carriers may take longer due to airline flight paths and routing.
Flight Time To Hawaii From the UK
How long does it take to fly to Hawaii from the UK?
The flight time is approximately 17.5 hours from the UK to Honolulu. Time may differ due to layovers, headwinds etc.
Which Island Has The Most Beaches?
Oahu is world renowned for it's surfing on the 50+ miles of beaches and close to 600 places to 'surf'. The North Shore has been home to hundreds of 'surfing' movies and documentories and the waves entice surfers from around the globe.Oahu is also home to several state parks, the largest number of golf courses in Hawaii, the largest number of Historic sites and the most miles of beaches.
Are There Topless Beaches On Hawaii?
Little did I know this post would bring in my most visitors!
Simon asks: Are there Topless Beaches in Hawaii? (post removed)
Yes there are, but according to the State of Hawaii and state park regulations, Nudity is Illegal on state beaches. That being said, there are several Hawaii Beaches that are known for being nude beaches, topless and clothing optional beaches.
On the Big Island of Hawaii:
Honokohau Harbor Beach
Kehena Beach (Dolphin Beach)
Steam Vents (located near Hilo)
On Kauia:
Donkey Beach
Secret Beach
On Maui:
Little Beach at Makena (Pu'u Ola'i Beach)
Red Sand Beach in Hana (Kaihalulu Beach)
Molokai and Oahu
The islands of Molokai and Oahu have no beaches which are unofficially designated as clothing-optional.
I won't get into this more on here, but you can go here and read more about it.
Be sure to check out the Hawaii News & Information page, be sure to check out the Hawaii Travel Auctions page, or learn more about Hawaii Travel while you are there.
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Comments
Aloha,
Yes, my wife is Hawaiian and we just got back from visiting the Big Island in Oct.
I absolutely fell in love with Hawaii.
We are moving there this summer.
Great basic questions to know... thanks~
Great article. I just published one on Oahu - check out when you have a chance!
nicely written hub. thanks for sharing. i definitely agree that hawaii is a best place to spend your vacations. i've written a similar article about hawaii, do check it out.
Is this information still up to date with regulations after June 2009? I'm looking to arrange a cruise for my daughters birthday but don't want to get stuck on the island if the passport is necessary.
@Gloria,
Yes, the information is still up to date. Hawaii is a US state, so if you are a US citizen you do not need a passport to visit Hawaii.
mY FAMILY AND i ARE CONSIDERING A VACATION ON OAHU IN THE SPRING OF 2010. WE HAVE BEEN TRYING TO DO AS MUCH RESEARCH AS POSSIBLE. WE CAME ACROSS A DISTURBING STORY FROM A COUPLE OF YEARS AGO ABOUT THE "BIG SPILL". IS THIS SITUATION STILL AN ISSUE AND HOW ARE THE BEACHES AND REEFS RECOVERING?
IMISSMO,
As disturbing as the "Big Spill" was, that was back in 2006 and is no longer an issue. The beaches and reefs are fine.
Come over and enjoy yourselves!
WeddingConsultant says:
2 years ago
Pegasusteam, nice information on Hawaii. My wife and I fell in love with Hawaii on our honeymoon which is a big reason why I wrote the Hub about honeymooning/vacationing in Hawaii. What motivated you to write about Hawaii? Was it your wife?