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A Hawaiian vacation can be a dream come true … if you’re prepared! Any time you are away from home, in a strange place, even the smallest problem can be disastrous. So how do you avoid a disaster? Just do a little research and preparation before you go. Here are some things you should know before you visit Hawaii.
Credit Cards and ATM’s
Credit cards are so widely used that many people don’t carry much cash anymore. In Hawaii, however, there are some places that will only take cash, even in the tourist areas like Waikiki. If you are planning to use a credit card, ask what cards are accepted. If you go to a restaurant, ask before you order to avoid a mad dash to the ATM. And speaking of ATM’s … there are plenty of ATM’s to get cash, however, you will probably have to pay some fees. Why? Because you probably won’t find your mainland or foreign bank. Hawaii has its own banks like Bank of Hawaii and First Hawaiian Bank. Some local banks do have agreements with banks outside Hawaii that reduce or eliminate fees. Check before you leave.
Your Valuables
Anywhere there are tourists, there is theft and Hawaii is no exception. Leaving a camera on the front seat of the rental car is just too tempting. And leaving valuables on the beach while you have a swim makes it even easier for thieves. It’s a hassle, but when you’re out and about, the safest place for your valuables is with you. Don’t leave anything in the car or the trunk and definitely don’t leave anything on the beach. If you leave valuables back at the hotel, you may want to make use of the in-room safe or the hotel’s safety deposit boxes. Charges for the safes and safety deposit boxes vary by hotel so don’t forget to ask how much it will cost to use them. It’s better to be safe than to spend you’re vacation at the police station trying to get your wallet back.
Jellyfish Warnings
Hawaii has jellyfish and each month around full moon, they gather around the beaches. Sometimes, there are so many jellyfish that the authorities put out warning signs advising people not to go in the water. Why is this a big deal? Because jellyfish sting and the more jellyfish, the more likely swimmers are to get stung. Some people who get stung have such a serious reaction they need to be taken to the hospital. Even when the warning signs are out, some people still go in the water and unfortunately, some get stung. A jellyfish sting can really ruin your Hawaii vacation so watch for the those warning signs!
Vacations should be fun! Sure, you can’t plan for everything and things come up but you can avoid the big disasters. Be prepared, be careful and have a wonderful time. Aloha!
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Source by Lori Downes
