Hawaii USA Travel Guide
If arriving internationally, proceed through U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Collect your checked luggage.
Head to your rental car shuttle or counter. Familiarize yourself with the vehicle.
Even with GPS, a physical map helps with orientation and island layout.
Drive directly to your place to establishtle in and unpack.
Withdraw cash from an ATM for small purchases or mobile kitchens.
Head to a grocery store (e.g., Hanalei Big Save) for water, snacks, plus simple supplies. More cost-effective.
Use your pre-booked rental car or pre-arranged transfer. Have clear directions or A global positioning system enabled.
Consider cooking at your accommodation for budget-meals suitable for families.
Acquire items like reef-safe sunscreen or a good dry bag for beach days.
Plan for agricultural inspection at Lihue Airport (LIH). Be aware of restrictions on plants/fruits to the primary land area. Shipping heavy souvenirs from an area U.S. Post Office can be cost-effective.
Give yourself plenty of time to return your rental car (including shuttle time). Check in for your flight. Clear agricultural inspection and security at LIH (2 hours for internal flights, 3 for international).
Confirm flight details and check for changes. Pack the necessities for your flight in your carry-on. Double-check all belongings and travel documents before leaving accommodation.
Value Added Tax (VAT) refund procedures are not applicable in the U.S. There is no VAT to refund.
