How do they welcome you in Hawaii?


How do they welcome you in Hawaii? Start your vacation with Aloha! Your friendly island greeter will welcome you with a warm “aloha” and present you with a beautiful fresh flower lei — a symbol of aloha, welcome and love in Hawaii.


What is the etiquette for leis?

Never Refuse a Lei In Hawaii, receiving a lei as a gift is a high honor. Therefore, people consider it very rude to refuse a lei when someone offers one. The proper way to accept a lei is to bow your head and allow the giver to place it around your shoulders.


Is aloha bye or hi?

Aloha is the word used to say both 'hello' and 'goodbye' in Hawaiian, but it means much more than just a simple salutation – aloha is a way of life.” Aloha is a beautiful word with a very complex meaning. Many may know it as a greeting, or farewell or a salutation.


Do they feed you on plane to Hawaii?

Hawaiian Airlines is proud to offer you a taste of the islands even before you land - and it's complimentary! Delicious island-inspired meals and snacks are free on our North America, South Pacific, and Asia routes.


Should I sleep on flight to Hawaii?

One of the best ways to beat Hawaii jet lag is to get some much-needed sleep on the plane ride over. This is especially true if you can “get” on Hawaii time by catching a few zzzz's mid-flight.


What can you not bring back from Hawaii?

Common Items from Hawaii NOT ALLOWED into the U.S. Mainland or Alaska
  • Fresh fruits and vegetables, some exceptions are those listed below as permitted.
  • Berries of any kind, including fresh coffee berries and sea grapes.
  • Cactus plants or cactus plant parts.
  • Cotton and cotton bolls.
  • Fresh flowers of jade vine, and Mauna Loa.