| 1) Sunscreen is a must, regardless of the | | | | 6) We recommend that you bring a light jacket |
| weather. Even if it is cloudy or overcast the sun | | | | or sweater if you are planning to attend any of |
| in Hawaii can be merciless so wear sunscreen | | | | the island shows or a luau. The indoor theatres will |
| whenever you plan to be outdoors for more than | | | | be air conditioned and some may be chilly. Many |
| a few minutes. | | | | of the luaus are close to the oceanfront and the |
| 2) If you are driving to Hana, make sure that you | | | | air can be cool after the sun goes down. |
| have a full tank of gas. There is only one gas | | | | 7) Lahaina is more fun to visit in the evening. |
| station in Hana and gas is at least $1 more per | | | | During the day it can be very hot with little air |
| gallon. It's also a good idea to pack a cooler with | | | | movement on Front St. because of the narrow |
| water, juice or sodas and sandwiches. There are | | | | streets. All of the shops and restaurants are open |
| only a few places to buy food in Hana. | | | | late into the evening. |
| 3) Seabands apply continuous pressure on a point | | | | 8) Wear darker colored tops when taking a |
| on each wrist using a plastic stud and are very | | | | helicopter or "flight-seeing" tour. You'll be able to |
| good for motion sickness (without drugs or side | | | | take better photographs with less reflection |
| effects), plus they are reusable and can be worn | | | | through the windows of the aircraft. |
| in the water. They are easy to take along with | | | | 9) When playing in the ocean, be careful of the |
| you on your daily trips. | | | | surf. Do not turn your back on the water, rogue |
| 4) Leave your valuables in your safe in your | | | | waves can suddenly appear and create dangerous |
| room. Do not leave valuables in your car if the | | | | shore breaks. |
| vehicle will be unattended, especially in remote | | | | 10) If you take any boat trips for snorkeling, |
| locations or on the beach, while you are enjoying | | | | sailing or whale watching make sure to bring a |
| the warm tropical water. | | | | towel with you because the boats do not provide |
| 5) If you drive to the summit of Haleakala, make | | | | towels. Sunscreen, sunglasses, camera / film, hats |
| sure to put your car in low gear when you drive | | | | / caps, and a light cover-up are also |
| back down the volcano, so that you don't burn | | | | recommended. |
| out the brakes on your vehicle. | | | | |