HAWAII
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, and beautiful Hawaiian applique quilts in island designs.
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.
Time zone GMT –10 hours or AEST – 20 hours.
Currency
The currency is the US dollar. Tips are expected, budget for around 15 percent in restaurants 10 percent in taxis and a few dollars per person for tour guides.
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