Hawaii (All Islands) – Page 2

An illustration of eight Hawaiian islands and the state flag

Hawaii 101 or What Everyone Needs to Know About the Islands

October 25, 2020 Dennis Gregory Comments 10 comments

Come join the class, it’s called Hawaii 101 or What everyone needs to know about these enchanted isles. Whether you’re a wahini (wa-heenee) woman, or kane (kaw-nay) man, a malahini (mawla-heenee) newcomer, or a kama’aaina (kawmah-eye-nah) children of the land, it’s good to know the basics about your islands. First, there are 8 islands, actually a couple hundred stringing halfway up to Alaska, but there only are 8 main ones. And each island has a nick-name. Hawaii Island is so…

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Hawaii State Symbols: State Flower, Bird, Fish and More

October 21, 2020 Dennis Gregory Comments 22 comments

Welcome to Hawaii! It’s always good to know the symbols of the state you visit. Best to start with the big 5 Hawaii state symbols, the state flower, the state bird, the state nickname, the motto, and the little state fish with the big name. Once you know these you’re on your way to being a real local. You can already guess other Hawaii symbols like the state sport, surfing, and the state musical instrument, the ukulele (pronounced “oo”-ku-lay’-lee” not…

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Hands sticking out from the ocean in Hawaii, making the shaka sign.

The Shaka Sign: One Way Ticket to Spreading Aloha

October 15, 2020 Gabrielle Bardell Comments 2 comments

The shaka has made its home in the hands of surfers around the globe. I’m here to tell you all about where this curious and friendly hand sign claims its origins and how the shaka continues to be relevant today. The shaka sign is a hand gesture that – by the general consensus – holds its origins in sweet Hawaii nei. To make it, all you have to do is make a fist and then stick your thumb and pinky…

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Petition to Maui County to provide concession for 2020 vacation rental property tax

Petition to Provide Concession for 2020 Maui Vacation Property Taxes

October 15, 2020 HomeyHawaii Comments 1 comment

Maui owners came up with a sample tax concession petition to Maui County to retroactively lower the property taxes assessed on Maui vacation rentals, reflecting their loss of use during COVID-19 pandemic. In Maui County, property’s tax rates depend on its classification for tax rate purposes. Properties that are classified as short-term rentals are subject to the highest property tax. According to 2020 Classification table, owners renting short term are paying 1.1% while owner occupied tax is around 2.6% and non-owner…

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Official colors and flowers of 8 Hawaiian islands

Official Colors and Flowers of Hawaiian Islands

October 13, 2020 Dennis Gregory Comments 14 comments

Hawaii is such a Neverland you won’t be surprised that each island has its own color, 8 islands, 8 colors. Most all given for the color of flowers growing on each isle. The Hawaiian islands is a lei of colorful flowers, strung across the sea. Is this a charming state or what? Here are the official colors and flowers of Hawaiian islands from the bottom to the top, Hawaii to Ni’ihau. The Big Island – Red – Lehua flower First,…

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An Ultimate Guide to Movies Filmed in Hawaii

October 10, 2020 Dan Roberts Comments 8 comments

When it comes to film, there might be no place in the world that’s quite as versatile as Hawaii. Whether it’s the deeply rich landscape of the Na Pali Coast on Kauai’s North Shore, or the timeless wonder that is Ka’a’awa Valley in Kualoa Ranch, Hawaii simply knows no bounds, and can adapt to almost anything. In fact, the islands’ landscape is as versatile as the kind of movies that are filmed in Hawaii – in other words, there is…

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How To Make Money On Vacation Rental Property In Hawaii

August 23, 2020 HomeyHawaii Comments 1 comment

Whether you own a home in Hawaii or if you’re still in the process of acquiring the right property, you probably know that Hawaiian vacation rentals are hotter than ever. Our tips for maximizing profitability and minimizing vacancies help your vacation rental property work for you – even when you’re enjoying some well-earned beach time. Header photo by Adam Bouse. Choose The Right Property Approximately one of every 24 homes in Hawaii is a vacation rental. The high percentage rate…

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Hawaii COVID-19 information and resources for travelers and vacation rental owners

Travel to Hawaii COVID-19 Information

July 14, 2020 HomeyHawaii Comments 0 Comment

This post provides the most up-to-date information on Hawaii COVID-19 restrictions and policies, and their impact on vacation rentals. How to Prepare to Travel to Hawaii To avoid 14-day quarantine after your arrival in Hawaii, take Covid-19 test within 72 hours of your flight and have negative results. Consult the official list of Hawaii accepted trusted testing and travel partners. The following video explains the steps you need to take to prepare for your travel to Hawaii. There are 4…

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Hawaii with kids: a baby sitting in calm and protected waters in Hawaii

Safety Tips for Traveling to Hawaii with Kids

May 16, 2020 Carolyn Landis Comments 0 Comment

Hawaii is, without a doubt, one of the best family destinations. The warm ocean water, sandy beaches, and friendly people with an exciting and hospitable culture justifies the claim. At the same time, traveling to Hawaii with kids will require some advanced preparation. However, with the right traveling tips, you can have a smooth experience for everyone. Header photo by Wes Miracle. Flying to Hawaii with Kids Unless your kids are used to long trips, you’ll need to prepare so…

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The Menehune are smart and strong mythical dwarf people of Hawaiian folklore. The legends tell us that the Menehune built temples and fishponds, loved to sing and dance, and shot arrows from magical bows to make people fall in love.

Menehune, Hawaiian Leprechauns

April 5, 2020 Dennis Gregory Comments 0 Comment

Lose your keys, it’s the Menehune. Can’t find your purse? The Menehune stole it. If you can’t find something, they took it. Stealing little things is part of their rascally nature. When you eventually find what you lost, it’s them giving it back to you. So who are these Menehune? Picture elves dressed in Hawaiian Ti-leaves between 6 inches and 2 feet tall, very smart, strong and skilled in building things with rocks. That’s the ancient, mythical Hawaiian dwarf called…

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