A great tip is do not rent the car for a few days and then pay parking fees...you can rent the car daily pick it up in the morning and return it in the evening if you leave at 7-8am and return it at 6-7pm and you save 40$ parking fee.. you can always rent it again tomorrow morning (make sure you are doing multiple reservations 1 for each day you want to rent the car) this can save you hundreds on parking fees...
The only cheap rental I can find is from the airport, but obviously I can't go to airport every day to pick up and return the car. Do you have any tips for a cheap overnight parking in Waikiki near Hyatt Regency?
So happy that I stumbled upon your channel! Thank you for all of the super helpful info. It's been ages since I've been to Oahu and I needed a few reminders for my upcoming trip. 😄
If you're a tourist, just stay in Waikiki, you'll get the full authentic Hawaiian traditional experience. If not then come by my house at hakimo road waienae, we give good authentic Hawaiian experience too.
Jay “ Suggestion for you - “ Do Not suggest Stairway To Heaven Hike in Kaneohe” The Trail is closed and condemned by the State. They actually have a police officer at the location prohibiting access to the Trail !
Another Tip for transportation from the Airport to Waikiki ( depending on how many are in your party) taking Rideshare Uber/ Lyft can actually be cheaper than paying per person on a shuttle)
VERY VERY NICE!!!!!!😄😅😂 Awesome Video!!! I love the way you put it together!! I think this is one of the best ones yet !! ❤ Looking forward to your next one! It's awesome!! Keep up the Good work!
Aloha, speaking from a local's viewpoint (I have worked in the industry 40 years), unless you are informing people about how it is illegal to climb "Stairway to Heaven" and you will get fined Don't mention these places. The residents hate when people trespass. Also the parking at the eastern beaches you mentioned, is horrible. Sandy's and many other beaches are very dangerous, look for a lifeguard or signs about water hazards. And yes Hawaii is a big tourist destination, keep a look out for thieves. And...Waikiki is one of the best beaches around, especially for familys and singles. Despite your feelings about the sand. Most of the sand is now pumped off the ocean floor and spread on the beaches. Yes there are hidden fees. Just like anyplace you go. Las Vegas for instance or California. OMG My trip to Disney World I ssoooo expencive!
I came here to say this! Because of inconsiderate tourists terrorizing the neighborhood at the bottom of the stairs, it's gated, closed, guarded and will be demolished. Just another thing that the internet ruined in Hawaii.
Well said Piilani! My girlfriend and I are flying out to Oahu November 10th for a week and a half and I surf here in Florida but I would love to get your advice on where to go or not go to Surf when we're out there. I know on the North Shore it's all about respect but I would love to pick your ear about some spots out there
Hmmmm! This is my second time in Waikiki! I love it here but no wonder the sand came out of my towels so easily! This is a great place! I have Ohana here too! What I love most about this place is how the people protect their native plants, land and culture ❤️ Anyway Mahalo for reading this!
I was stationed at MCBH for 2 years. Oahu is SOOOOOOOO beautiful. Like insanely pretty! So many lookouts and waterfalls and rainbows. So many good food places to!! The amount of times I would stop at a random food shack…man. I miss island life. Running lanaki pillbox hike with the boys. Watching the sun set behind the mountains. Going thru the h3 tunnel dry, and on the other side it’s raining. Man. I don’t miss the traffic or the cost of living. But dang. Hawaii is the prettiest place I’ve been. Hands down. And I’ve been to allot of countries and places.
Great content.🥰 Lived in Hawaii (Oahu) about 14 years. Anyway, way back in the mid 1990’s, we were on a family trip n one of my fam members n I were a victim of a SCAM. A guy was at the airport, gave us a very sad convincing story that he had a personal crisis, we felt really sry for him, we collected enough $$$ to pay for his one-way flight from one of the outer islands back to Honolulu n the airline ticket agent informed us that it was a huge SCAM. The others in our fam who refused to donate to him, laughed at us. I’ll NEVER forget how these evil people target kind, compassionate n vulnerable people to give up their hard earned $$$. Anyway, a major lesson learned, I very rarely give $$$ anymore as a result mostly bcuz rarely carry cash these days. Btw, I like the tip about that Surf hotel that has FREE parking n FREE coffee. Back in the day when I was married to a military guy, we almost always stayed at Hale Koa hotel (or at one of his relatives houses). Ty for sharing.🥰 Enjoyed it.💕
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Udon noodle line is long but moves fast. Fun to experience for first timers to see them make it in front of you.... The Laylow is bomb! The best shashito peppers! Great service. Props to the chef there!.... Thanks for the tips, we just came back from there. Will use these for next time! Bus looks like a great option to save... Our turo was pretty cheap I must say tho
The Aloha stadium swap meet was the first stop we made on our trip to Hawaii. It was sooo worth it. We got all our souvenirs there and a great plate lunch. We ended up going back to the swap meet later in the week. I didn’t know about the parking fees until I got to the hotel. Luckily there was a parking garage that charged way less right across the street and the hotel didn’t charge me if I didn’t park there overnight
The Airport Bus in Honolulu is an affordable way to get to Waikiki, however they are very strict with the bag size. Ideally 1 bag per person, no larger than the 22".
I just returned from Hawaii and found the cost of food and things in general so expensive. I was practically eating one meal a day which I split the portion for lunch and dinner.
All that hassle renting / parking vehicles, that’s why when I go there, I take the shuttle company tours, etc. The rest is on foot. It’s a vacation, no stress by letting the locals do the driving 👍👍👍👍
The fees!! Saw a "deal" for $1990 for 10 days. Once I added those fees, NOT including daily parking, it turned to $2761, then parking on top! Stayed at Marriott last Feb,$45 daily parking, we stayed 3+ weeks, sometimes couldn't find a spot! The resort fees were a joke. We only slept there. Aloha stadium flea is great. Found my beach hat. My husband lived there in the 70's. His mom said if they didn't have it then you didn't need it. Staying at the North Shore this Feb. We put 1600+ miles on our rental car last time. We found awesome beaches that never had more than 3 other groups. Waikiki Beach was a big disappointment. Ate at Romys shrimp just about every day, will again! All local places other times. We come to hike, swim and eat. Looking forward to our trip this Feb. ❤
Thanks for your insights. My husband and I are booked at the Marriott next week. I saw the $45 daily parking fee and decided to start doing some research which is why I am here reading comments. I"m thinking we should skip the car rental and try to get around on public transportation once we get to the hotel. How was the hotel itself? Frankly, we're lazy tourists. We will do some exploring but mostly hang out by the pool or the beach near the hotel.
Jaycation there is also the Kona St car tow away rip off for parking. There are a number of clubs and bars in the area, such as Jazz Minds, and as you said parking can be expense or hard to find. If you park on Kona street and use the parking meter. Know 100% of the time if the meter expires there are tow trucks waiting that will immediately tow your car. Kona street is privately owned by Ala moana hotel and the towing companies have arrangements with them to tow any vehicle that has a expired meter 24/7. You will not get a parking ticket, you will get towed at a cost of about $250 plus cab fare out by the airport. Tourist get towed by the dozen on busy and late nights.
Great tips for tourists and locals too. Waikiki is definitely a trap. Even for Kama'aina, who are offered discounts, doing a staycation is extremely expensive throughout the state. That's a good reason to visit the mainland. 1:14 Dear tourists, that is Sandy Beach on the East side of the island. Don't go in the water there. I'm a local and I avoid the water. The break slams you back onto the shore and the undertow is crazy. Notice the sign that says "NO SWIMMING." Great for pictures, sunbathing and flying kites. Be safe.
When they first open some years ago, Marugame udon had a lot of stuff on the menu but then they shut down for almost 2 years due to the pandemic and they reduce the number of items on their menu. Sadly the two items I always get are no longer on the menu. =(
Been to Waikiki many times. Rent car one day at a time. Pick up morning, return at night. Public bus best for nearby areas, and even to visit Hanauma Bay, Pearl Harbor and the stadium swap meet for souvenirs etc. U can talk to locals on the bus etc. Be respectful and if you are a guy and bus full allow any standing women to sit if you see that. Is expensive in Waikiki to buy things but if you don’t care then it’s a convenience thing so pay then. I recommend going in the off season less crowds and calmer feel even in Waikiki. Mahalo.
If I could afford to rent a Lamborghini, I would be watching this video hahaha Great tips, thanks!! I’m going to Oahu for the first time in 2 weeks. Super excited☺️
This is a very useful video. I suggest for lunch give rainbow Drivein a try. Great and big plate lunches. Also loco moko. For dinner out, walk up Kipahulu. There are lots of places to eat on that street. We are seniors so first day we take the bus out to the depot, buy a senior bus pass ($10 for 3 years) then we buy a sticker for the month we are there-another $5 and that is our transportation for our stay.
If you’re going to rent a car make sure all the tags are up to date the smaller companies especially personal rentals like TURO will rent you cars that don’t have up to date registration tags. (It’s illegal to drive with expired tags and you might get pulled over and ticketed)
I went to marukame udon and got the teriyaki chicken noodles 10/10 and the lines don't take as long as you think maybe 10-15 mins, paia fish market across the street on the other had we had to wait 30- 40 minutes standing
Good video Jaycation!! Definitely some good pointers for visitors coming to Waikiki. And for Ko'olina, I would get coffee/snacks at the Four Seasons next door for parking when I go to the Lagoons.🤙
Thank you for the video and important information. Could you do a video on shops and places in Hawaii that have products that ship to the States. For example swimsuits/ food items. Thanks
Born and raised on Oahu. But Waikiki is extremely dangerous now days as the raise of homeless and even thieves lurk around waikiki. Night time is even worse. There’s been people getting knifed down, shooting not too long ago, a lot of fights breaking out. Hawaii is one of the most beautiful place in the world and I will forever love Oahu, no where else compares I’d say BUT for tourist, be extremely safe. Even the locals get attacked so don’t assume you’re safe
Oahu is beautiful. First visited in 2016 with family and had a great time. I did notice that walking during the day one or two streets off the beach front that there was homeless people:( Can't imagine how the insanity of the last few years helped people's financial situation. I'm heading off to Oahu again soon. Wished I could stay longer and see Kauia and Maui. Another time definitely
@@lachlanbrown409 for sure Oahu is very beautiful filled with kind people. One of the best places in the world for me. The only place I’ll ever call home. But the crime has gone up so much here, it’s ridiculous. I hope you enjoy your visit here and have a wonderful stay. But please be careful for thieves and what not if you stay in Waikiki. Time time has been crazy on Waikiki. Just stay safe and have a good time
I was staying at the Hilton Hawaiian Village just a few months ago and the parking fees and resort fees is where I huge chunk of my money went. I will never stay at that place again.
BEWARE of coconut vendor at the Aloha Stadium swap meet. Make sure his prices are posted unless you want to pay for a $16 coconut as he hands them to you.
12 year Ewa Beach resident here, Never bring anything to the beach or leave in your car that you don't want to lose or have stolen. Seen tourists leave wallets on seats, towels, park table in pavilions etc, DSLR cameras on the dash, luggage in the bed of pick ups... Also, there is a scam in parking lots. Guys will kick your cars side panel or door when you are in a store, then approach you in the lot and point out someone dented it. They will happen to have a dent puller in their vehicle and offer to pull the dent for $50-100.
Ate breakfast around 9 am today at Wolfgang"s in Waikiki. You can get two eggs for $6 or a giant omlette for $20. No line and not busy at all. Kind of amazing for how good the food was. They also have some very expensive food. Maybe people are scared off by that.
I've been thinking about visiting , but after this video , I am super stress. good video, but is not worth going somewhere so expensive, and stressful.
Minute 11:27 shows a parking pay station. The machine's lettering is all in Hebrew(!) so I wonder where that actually is, I'd be very surprised if in Honolulu. I found it amusing as I will be making the VERY long trek over from Israel to Oahu and Maui in one month's time. First visit and really can't wait. I'll be using The Bus and my two feet to get around! Thanks! I am getting a good feel for the city through videos.
I can’t imagine why it’s in Hebrew unless the machine was imported. I have some Jewish ancestry but there is not a large Jewish population here. Our bus service on Oahu is great! 11:37
When hubby and I go to Hawaii we have a water bag from local motion, put our stuff in it and you can even keep air in it to float on lol obviously make sure there’s no leaks going on before doing that lol
A lot of this is pretty universal - rental cars get broken into everywhere, popular beaches always have eagle-eyed opportunists looking to snag things (remember the days of expensive film cameras?) and hotels will always stack on the fees if they can. Good point about Hawaii tap water though - after living on the mainland for so long, I sure miss it.
My wife and I were eating in a well known burger place on the main strip, when it came to pay the bill the waiter decided to cross out the two lower tips expecting to be payed the higher one, suffice to say he didn't get any. PS. We've had 4 graet holidays in Waikiki, it's got to be good for the 19 hr flight from the UK.
IMO This video should’ve just been titled.. “Don’t come to hawaii on a budget” Lot of contradicting info on here. But then again what do I know I’m just a Born and raised Honolulu city boy working in the hospitality industry..
I actually didn't see any scams or rip offs. It's the same exact thing in San Diego. If you stay in downtown at a hotel, $30 and over for parking a night or more. Coronado is also a man made beach but people love going there. Im watching your new surfjack hotel video. Good one. Like your channel👍
yep. when i go swimming by myself i always look back at my bag. There is nothing in tehre but my keys and cell phone but still... that would suck to lose it.
I'd seriously just get one of those little waterproof containers and keep 'em with me. As a kid in Punalu'u I used to not even bring slippers when I went surfing because of the risk of them getting taken - part of that was being so poor that the loss of a cheap pair of zori would be a major hit...
A great tip is do not rent the car for a few days and then pay parking fees...you can rent the car daily pick it up in the morning and return it in the evening if you leave at 7-8am and return it at 6-7pm and you save 40$ parking fee.. you can always rent it again tomorrow morning (make sure you are doing multiple reservations 1 for each day you want to rent the car) this can save you hundreds on parking fees...
The only cheap rental I can find is from the airport, but obviously I can't go to airport every day to pick up and return the car. Do you have any tips for a cheap overnight parking in Waikiki near Hyatt Regency?
We need car to pic up the car .can you give idea , we will stay at the tower Waikiki thanks
Sounds like a pain in the ass
So happy that I stumbled upon your channel! Thank you for all of the super helpful info. It's been ages since I've been to Oahu and I needed a few reminders for my upcoming trip. 😄
If you're a tourist, just stay in Waikiki, you'll get the full authentic Hawaiian traditional experience. If not then come by my house at hakimo road waienae, we give good authentic Hawaiian experience too.
Jay “ Suggestion for you - “ Do Not suggest Stairway To Heaven Hike in Kaneohe” The Trail is closed and condemned by the State. They actually have a police officer at the location prohibiting access to the Trail !
Locals hike it all the time so let's be real we just don't want them to tear it down
@@jacobearhart4170 it's down for good, the railings got ripped out
@@keonekaleikula-kele3795 the stairs are still there... for now they only just approved of it being taken out recently
Another Tip for transportation from the Airport to Waikiki ( depending on how many are in your party) taking Rideshare Uber/ Lyft can actually be cheaper than paying per person on a shuttle)
If there's 1-2 people then its by far the cheapest route
Amanda and Felix are the best. Love their cheap eats videos.
Eat like a local! So yummy!
Thank you for the cool tour, gonna add some of your suggestions to my next visit!!!
VERY VERY NICE!!!!!!😄😅😂 Awesome Video!!! I love the way you put it together!! I think this is one of the best ones yet !! ❤ Looking forward to your next one! It's awesome!! Keep up the Good work!
Thank you
Aloha, speaking from a local's viewpoint (I have worked in the industry 40 years), unless you are informing people about how it is illegal to climb "Stairway to Heaven" and you will get fined Don't mention these places. The residents hate when people trespass. Also the parking at the eastern beaches you mentioned, is horrible. Sandy's and many other beaches are very dangerous, look for a lifeguard or signs about water hazards. And yes Hawaii is a big tourist destination, keep a look out for thieves. And...Waikiki is one of the best beaches around, especially for familys and singles. Despite your feelings about the sand. Most of the sand is now pumped off the ocean floor and spread on the beaches. Yes there are hidden fees. Just like anyplace you go. Las Vegas for instance or California. OMG My trip to Disney World I ssoooo expencive!
I went to Disneyland in Cali and it was tourist trap. Mostly expensive gift shops, boutiques, and expensive souvenir shops.
I came here to say this! Because of inconsiderate tourists terrorizing the neighborhood at the bottom of the stairs, it's gated, closed, guarded and will be demolished. Just another thing that the internet ruined in Hawaii.
Well said Piilani!
My girlfriend and I are flying out to Oahu November 10th for a week and a half and I surf here in Florida but I would love to get your advice on where to go or not go to Surf when we're out there. I know on the North Shore it's all about respect but I would love to pick your ear about some spots out there
Go to Thailand or Philippines. More fun and beautiful beaches.
Tap water on Hawaii no longer is safe.
Good job Jay. Nice to see you collaborating with Felix on an information based video. A lot of good tips for newbies to Hawai'i.
Thanks Don! It was fun filming with Felix. U know i love doing informational vids like this!
Very helpful video. Going to watch all the hawaii stuff. Going very very soon.
We got a bus pass for a month though we were only staying 3 weeks,but we traveled all over Oahu,
and met great locals on our trips.
Hmmmm! This is my second time in Waikiki! I love it here but no wonder the sand came out of my towels so easily! This is a great place! I have Ohana here too! What I love most about this place is how the people protect their native plants, land and culture ❤️
Anyway Mahalo for reading this!
Love it. Thanks for the important info for us all.
Thanks brother!! Keep jason handsome and making videos!
@@Jaycation Yesssssss Keep Jaycation making videos!!
Great video and tips the hotel fees trick is astonishing thanks for sharing
Bro amazing video! Your Hawaii series is definitely helpful.
Thanks Christian!! Have a great weekend bro
Thanks for all info I just came across your site very helpful
I live in California. I'm leaving tomorrow for a one week vacation in Hawaii. I'm going to drive there in my new car because I'm afraid of flying.
Hey Jay, great seeing you twice in one day. Stay safe.
I was stationed at MCBH for 2 years. Oahu is SOOOOOOOO beautiful. Like insanely pretty! So many lookouts and waterfalls and rainbows. So many good food places to!! The amount of times I would stop at a random food shack…man. I miss island life. Running lanaki pillbox hike with the boys. Watching the sun set behind the mountains. Going thru the h3 tunnel dry, and on the other side it’s raining. Man. I don’t miss the traffic or the cost of living. But dang. Hawaii is the prettiest place I’ve been. Hands down. And I’ve been to allot of countries and places.
u been smelling gun powder too much Hawaii is a dump
My son just got his orders for the MCBH…😊…will be going in January. We are so excited for him and US….lol
Kaneohe is indeed beautiful! Can’t beat the majestic Koolau Mountain Range.
Oahu is trash compared to the other islands
The Waikiki Trolley is a fantastic way to travel around, too.
Great content.🥰 Lived in Hawaii (Oahu) about 14 years. Anyway, way back in the mid 1990’s, we were on a family trip n one of my fam members n I were a victim of a SCAM. A guy was at the airport, gave us a very sad convincing story that he had a personal crisis, we felt really sry for him, we collected enough $$$ to pay for his one-way flight from one of the outer islands back to Honolulu n the airline ticket agent informed us that it was a huge SCAM. The others in our fam who refused to donate to him, laughed at us. I’ll NEVER forget how these evil people target kind, compassionate n vulnerable people to give up their hard earned $$$. Anyway, a major lesson learned, I very rarely give $$$ anymore as a result mostly bcuz rarely carry cash these days.
Btw, I like the tip about that Surf hotel that has FREE parking n FREE coffee.
Back in the day when I was married to a military guy, we almost always stayed at Hale Koa hotel (or at one of his relatives houses). Ty for sharing.🥰 Enjoyed it.💕
Loved the tips for planning and what to watch out for. Thx!
Thanks! Have a great trip. Hope a few of these tips helped
Thanks Jaycation for the tips and advice!!!
Thanks for watchung Dutchman
Surfjack was an awesome hotel! Loved the bungalow 2 room style.
TIP: Make sure you are far from your destination when securing belongings in your car rental. You never know who's watching! Just subscribed, Mahalo Bruddahs! 🤙
Udon noodle line is long but moves fast. Fun to experience for first timers to see them make it in front of you.... The Laylow is bomb! The best shashito peppers! Great service. Props to the chef there!.... Thanks for the tips, we just came back from there. Will use these for next time! Bus looks like a great option to save... Our turo was pretty cheap I must say tho
Awesome video with great tips!! They didn’t even have cars at all to rent for a while so good to know you can get one now.
Thanks! Looks like the cars r back for rent… haha
This is perfect for me right now. Visiting Hawaii right now for the first time from San Diego. Thanks for the helpful tips!
Nice Oliver! Have a great trip! Love seeing San Diego residents coming over to the islands!
@@Jaycation never been to Hawaii would love to go there
The Aloha stadium swap meet was the first stop we made on our trip to Hawaii. It was sooo worth it. We got all our souvenirs there and a great plate lunch. We ended up going back to the swap meet later in the week. I didn’t know about the parking fees until I got to the hotel. Luckily there was a parking garage that charged way less right across the street and the hotel didn’t charge me if I didn’t park there overnight
Where was the parking garage?
@@bonillakilla If you don't mind walking, I usually park on Ala Wai, or any of the side streets between Kuhio & Ala Wai.
We loved the Surfjack! Great rec! Wish we could have stayed longer.
mahalo! I actually have a res for Surfjack so good to know you stayed there! And yes, Aloha Swap Meet is the best... I go every trip!
Nice collab! Now I know what to watch for next time I’m in Oahu!
You’ll like my next vid! Haha
The Airport Bus in Honolulu is an affordable way to get to Waikiki, however they are very strict with
the bag size. Ideally 1 bag per person, no larger than the 22".
I just returned from Hawaii and found the cost of food and things in general so expensive. I was practically eating one meal a day which I split the portion for lunch and dinner.
Luv the SD Padre shirt. Let’s go! 🤙🤙
MAHALO for the AMAZING tips!!!
ALOHA!!!🌺🌴😎🍍🏖️
Good collab with Felix! I'm glad car rental prices are going down .It sounds like you got a good price with Hotwire.
Yeah i was actually surprised to find that deal and i got it literally a week out
regarding the bus, you aren't allowed to take bug luggage to and from the airport. sometimes bus drivers allow it but don't bet on it.
Great video Jay, now let's get back to the ono grinds
One more food vid to go!
Thanks for the great info!
Thanks Julie!
Your videos are super helpful. Can u please do big island next
Another Outstanding Job 👏
Thanks Ted! 🤙🏾
Amanda and Felix = 🐐
I like your San Diego Padre gear! Like Amanda and Felix Eats too!
All that hassle renting / parking vehicles, that’s why when I go there, I take the shuttle company tours, etc. The rest is on foot. It’s a vacation, no stress by letting the locals do the driving 👍👍👍👍
The line in Murakame Udon is long but goes quickly. We probably were just on the line for less than 30 minutes.
The fees!! Saw a "deal" for $1990 for 10 days. Once I added those fees, NOT including daily parking, it turned to $2761, then parking on top!
Stayed at Marriott last Feb,$45 daily parking, we stayed 3+ weeks, sometimes couldn't find a spot! The resort fees were a joke. We only slept there.
Aloha stadium flea is great. Found my beach hat. My husband lived there in the 70's. His mom said if they didn't have it then you didn't need it.
Staying at the North Shore this Feb. We put 1600+ miles on our rental car last time. We found awesome beaches that never had more than 3 other groups. Waikiki Beach was a big disappointment. Ate at Romys shrimp just about every day, will again! All local places other times. We come to hike, swim and eat. Looking forward to our trip this Feb. ❤
Thanks for your insights. My husband and I are booked at the Marriott next week. I saw the $45 daily parking fee and decided to start doing some research which is why I am here reading comments. I"m thinking we should skip the car rental and try to get around on public transportation once we get to the hotel. How was the hotel itself? Frankly, we're lazy tourists. We will do some exploring but mostly hang out by the pool or the beach near the hotel.
I'm moving to HawIi in a few months... Thank you for the tips to watch out for.
Jaycation there is also the Kona St car tow away rip off for parking. There are a number of clubs and bars in the area, such as Jazz Minds, and as you said parking can be expense or hard to find. If you park on Kona street and use the parking meter. Know 100% of the time if the meter expires there are tow trucks waiting that will immediately tow your car. Kona street is privately owned by Ala moana hotel and the towing companies have arrangements with them to tow any vehicle that has a expired meter 24/7. You will not get a parking ticket, you will get towed at a cost of about $250 plus cab fare out by the airport. Tourist get towed by the dozen on busy and late nights.
as a resident here I can validate that these are all valid concerns and good tips. good work
I watch your guest and his wife, love their videos. Now I have a new one👏great video. Oh! How I wish I was there😞
Great tips for tourists and locals too. Waikiki is definitely a trap. Even for Kama'aina, who are offered discounts, doing a staycation is extremely expensive throughout the state. That's a good reason to visit the mainland.
1:14 Dear tourists, that is Sandy Beach on the East side of the island. Don't go in the water there. I'm a local and I avoid the water. The break slams you back onto the shore and the undertow is crazy. Notice the sign that says "NO SWIMMING." Great for pictures, sunbathing and flying kites. Be safe.
Its just b roll. I didnt say go to that particular beach
Yep Sandy's is ... hectic. I went in once and stepped on a wana.
The ocean is not your friend.
I went swimming there, and yeah the undertow is non-stop. Maakapuu is legit though.
When they first open some years ago, Marugame udon had a lot of stuff on the menu but then they shut down for almost 2 years due to the pandemic and they reduce the number of items on their menu. Sadly the two items I always get are no longer on the menu. =(
Been to Waikiki many times. Rent car one day at a time. Pick up morning, return at night. Public bus best for nearby areas, and even to visit Hanauma Bay, Pearl Harbor and the stadium swap meet for souvenirs etc. U can talk to locals on the bus etc. Be respectful and if you are a guy and bus full allow any standing women to sit if you see that. Is expensive in Waikiki to buy things but if you don’t care then it’s a convenience thing so pay then. I recommend going in the off season less crowds and calmer feel even in Waikiki. Mahalo.
good info
If I could afford to rent a Lamborghini, I would be watching this video hahaha Great tips, thanks!! I’m going to Oahu for the first time in 2 weeks. Super excited☺️
This is a very useful video. I suggest for lunch give rainbow Drivein a try. Great and big plate lunches. Also loco moko. For dinner out, walk up Kipahulu. There are lots of places to eat on that street. We are seniors so first day we take the bus out to the depot, buy a senior bus pass ($10 for 3 years) then we buy a sticker for the month we are there-another $5 and that is our transportation for our stay.
I loved rainbow drive-in! I went back in 2016.. i need to go back love their locomoco
I can’t wait go back yesterday I was there I love Hawaii but it so freaking expensive
Free coffee in the morning I love it ❤😂
Don't be scared by the lines outside of the Udon place. It took me ~20 mins at 7:30pm. It actually moved really fast.
and it was totally worth it! So good.
If you’re going to rent a car make sure all the tags are up to date the smaller companies especially personal rentals like TURO will rent you cars that don’t have up to date registration tags.
(It’s illegal to drive with expired tags and you might get pulled over and ticketed)
"when you give me your ocean eyes" 😅 nice taste in music
The swap meet reminds me of the international market back when there was still red lion and Mr magoos pizza in the late 70s early 80s
I went to marukame udon and got the teriyaki chicken noodles 10/10 and the lines don't take as long as you think maybe 10-15 mins, paia fish market across the street on the other had we had to wait 30- 40 minutes standing
thanks for your tips
thanks for watching ron!
Thanks
7:41 (Da) bus system is amazing, nothing like it anywhere on the mainland US. They do stop quite a bit though but so much better than Ubering around.
Good video Jaycation!! Definitely some good pointers for visitors coming to Waikiki. And for Ko'olina, I would get coffee/snacks at the Four Seasons next door for parking when I go to the Lagoons.🤙
Thanks Sean! Means a lot coming from a local. Ive seen a couple of your vids and they are very informative. See u around!
@@Jaycation Thanks bro. See you around 🤙
Thank you for the video and important information. Could you do a video on shops and places in Hawaii that have products that ship to the States. For example swimsuits/ food items. Thanks
You mean the main land. Hawaii is a state😊
Awesome job jay thumb up and you should do CT series when you visited someday but keep up on goingy UA-cam
Thanks partna
No problem jay
Good advice for a better vacay! Crazy fees!
Born and raised on Oahu. But Waikiki is extremely dangerous now days as the raise of homeless and even thieves lurk around waikiki. Night time is even worse. There’s been people getting knifed down, shooting not too long ago, a lot of fights breaking out. Hawaii is one of the most beautiful place in the world and I will forever love Oahu, no where else compares I’d say BUT for tourist, be extremely safe. Even the locals get attacked so don’t assume you’re safe
I conceal carry in wakiki
@@thegoober8797 Not legally haha
Oahu is beautiful. First visited in 2016 with family and had a great time. I did notice that walking during the day one or two streets off the beach front that there was homeless people:( Can't imagine how the insanity of the last few years helped people's financial situation. I'm heading off to Oahu again soon. Wished I could stay longer and see Kauia and Maui. Another time definitely
@@lachlanbrown409 for sure Oahu is very beautiful filled with kind people. One of the best places in the world for me. The only place I’ll ever call home. But the crime has gone up so much here, it’s ridiculous. I hope you enjoy your visit here and have a wonderful stay. But please be careful for thieves and what not if you stay in Waikiki. Time time has been crazy on Waikiki. Just stay safe and have a good time
Jeez.. I was thinking of doing public parking from the hotel that's 3 blocks away with my toddler, but forget this.. I'll do valet instead..
I was staying at the Hilton Hawaiian Village just a few months ago and the parking fees and resort fees is where I huge chunk of my money went. I will never stay at that place again.
BEWARE of coconut vendor at the Aloha Stadium swap meet. Make sure his prices are posted unless you want to pay for a $16 coconut as he hands them to you.
Love the video. Marugame udon not open on sunday and also alot of homeless there too.
Thanks
I think $30 or $40 seems fair for caricatures. You’re paying not only for their time but also the materials they use 🤙🏽
It does seem like a fair price. Knowing ahead is definitely key though.
12 year Ewa Beach resident here, Never bring anything to the beach or leave in your car that you don't want to lose or have stolen. Seen tourists leave wallets on seats, towels, park table in pavilions etc, DSLR cameras on the dash, luggage in the bed of pick ups...
Also, there is a scam in parking lots. Guys will kick your cars side panel or door when you are in a store, then approach you in the lot and point out someone dented it. They will happen to have a dent puller in their vehicle and offer to pull the dent for $50-100.
Bus in Oahu is a great deal sometimes you gotta wait awhile but the bus that loops you around the island is great
They yell about luggage.
Ate breakfast around 9 am today at Wolfgang"s in Waikiki. You can get two eggs for $6 or a giant omlette for $20. No line and not busy at all. Kind of amazing for how good the food was. They also have some very expensive food. Maybe people are scared off by that.
Is there somewhere I can get info on hotels with the least amount of fees?
When I lived at Pearl Harbor, I very seldom went to Waikiki beach. My "beach" was Bellows Field.
Thx Guys...
I've been thinking about visiting , but after this video , I am super stress. good video, but is not worth going somewhere so expensive, and stressful.
Minute 11:27 shows a parking pay station. The machine's lettering is all in Hebrew(!) so I wonder where that actually is, I'd be very surprised if in Honolulu. I found it amusing as I will be making the VERY long trek over from Israel to Oahu and Maui in one month's time. First visit and really can't wait. I'll be using The Bus and my two feet to get around! Thanks! I am getting a good feel for the city through videos.
I can’t imagine why it’s in Hebrew unless the machine was imported. I have some Jewish ancestry but there is not a large Jewish population here. Our bus service on Oahu is great! 11:37
Great video. one of the reasons I didn't go to Waikiki is because of no parking or expensive parking.
Yeah parking is not fun there!
I loveeeeeee that strip I was walking it every night wen I was there. I love it
When hubby and I go to Hawaii we have a water bag from local motion, put our stuff in it and you can even keep air in it to float on lol obviously make sure there’s no leaks going on before doing that lol
So sad, lived and worked in Waikiki from 81-95. Didn’t have any scams back then, more Aloha less concrete. Mahalo.
Those public busses are so flippin' cold.
Sometimes, Always bring a sweater. It’s best to sit in the back seat over the engine. It usually stays warm there.
Save your ABC store receipts and turn them in before your vacation ends for free gifts!!!
Always wondered where do you turn them in? At the airport or an actual ABC store?
@@Jaycation at any store. at the register. Best Sandwiches in HNL at ABC store... !!!
13th Scam : the homeless you see on Oahu are from mainland. They are not locals. 🤙
I've heard too many stories of people from the mainland moving to the islands to end up homeless in under a year.
I'm from Memphis, I don't trust anybody!! Thanks for the tips
Shout out to Memphis!
A lot of this is pretty universal - rental cars get broken into everywhere, popular beaches always have eagle-eyed opportunists looking to snag things (remember the days of expensive film cameras?) and hotels will always stack on the fees if they can. Good point about Hawaii tap water though - after living on the mainland for so long, I sure miss it.
1:09 *Tahiti (according to a local)
4:27 Hilton is my go as they have free Wi-Fi for diamond members
My wife and I were eating in a well known burger place on the main strip, when it came to pay the bill the waiter decided to cross out the two lower tips expecting to be payed the higher one, suffice to say he didn't get any. PS. We've had 4 graet holidays in Waikiki, it's got to be good for the 19 hr flight from the UK.
It's called island time!!!😂
IMO This video should’ve just been titled..
“Don’t come to hawaii on a budget”
Lot of contradicting info on here. But then again what do I know I’m just a Born and raised Honolulu city boy working in the hospitality industry..
I actually didn't see any scams or rip offs. It's the same exact thing in San Diego. If you stay in downtown at a hotel, $30 and over for parking a night or more. Coronado is also a man made beach but people love going there. Im watching your new surfjack hotel video. Good one. Like your channel👍
Right. Our sand is pumped to the shore also!! Big deal and at least the water in Waikiki is nice.
Bradda dropping beach names 👀
yep. when i go swimming by myself i always look back at my bag. There is nothing in tehre but my keys and cell phone but still... that would suck to lose it.
I'd seriously just get one of those little waterproof containers and keep 'em with me. As a kid in Punalu'u I used to not even bring slippers when I went surfing because of the risk of them getting taken - part of that was being so poor that the loss of a cheap pair of zori would be a major hit...