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difficult to get lost. Night driving is not
quite as enjoyable, as roads between
towns are not lit and can be narrow.
Hiring a bike is a great option for visitors
as it allows you to get off the beaten track
and visit smaller towns.
Food and entertainment
Experience a traditional Hawaiian feast
or luau, which usually includes dishes
like poi, ground from the taro plant, kalua
pork, an entire pig wrapped in ti leaves
and baked in an underground oven or
imu, poke, marinated raw fish, shellfish,
or octopus, along with Polynesian-style
entertainment and a hula performance.
Aside from the Pacific Rim or Hawaii
regional cuisine, which is a fusion of food
and techniques from all of the countries
and ethnic groups that have historically
had an influence on Hawaii, Hawaii boasts
many international restaurants serving
various Asian and continental cuisines.
There are also fast foods of every kind,
and do-it-yourself is popular as most
condominiums have cooking facilities.
Activities
There is a wide range of activities for all
ages including snorkelling, fishing, tennis,
golf, windsurfing, sailing, and many
other water based activities including
magnificent
surfing.
Hawaii
offers
sightseeing tours, bushwalks, downhill
cycling adventures, trail rides, and a range
of indoor activities.
Shopping guide
Artisans make copies of their ancient
instruments made from gourds, stones,
seeds, feathers, shells, lumber and
bamboo. Also for sale are woven leaf hats,
feather work in colourful hatbands, capes
and bags, handwoven cloth, Lauhala
leaves made into sandals, bags and wall
ornaments.
Beautiful Hawaiian applique quilts in island
designs make the perfect gift.
Climate
Expect balmy and mild temperatures
ranging from 18°C to 30°C year round.
Clothing
Summer clothes, few restaurants require
jacket and tie. Warmer clothes for
mountain hikes.
Electricity
20 Volts, AC/60 cycles.
Currency
The currency is the US dollar. Tips are
expected. Budget for around 15 percent
in restaurants and 10 percent in taxis while
a few dollars per person for tour guides.
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