This is What Hawaii is Like in 2023 🌸 Honolulu is NOT what we thought 😮 Exploring Waikiki

We're in Hawaii for the very first time. We're visiting the island of O‘ahu, staying in Waikiki in the main city of Honolulu. In this video we explore Waikiki (including a visit to Waikiki Beach), where we walk around and get some Hawaiian coffee. We also hike up Diamond Head (a volcanic crater) where we get amazing views of Honolulu. Afterwards we head to Waikiki brewing to try craft beer and it happens to be happy hour!

Later in the video we give a tour of the apartment we're staying.

#Hawaii #Oahu #Honolulu #waikiki #diamondhead

0:00 We're in Hawaii
1:12 Honolulu is beautiful
2:58 Our Travel Plans
3:56 So much Culture
5:37 Aura Health Ad
7:12 Hawaiian Coffee
8:27 Diamond Head
10:48 Epic Views
13:01 Hawaiian Craft Beer
14:31 Upcoming USA plans
15:57 Apartment Tour
19:06 Hawaii is Expensive!
20:59 Wrap Up

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[shawnstarks]

Well, I’m American from the (main land) and I lived In Honolulu from 2005 to 2014 next to Ala Moana Mall. Moved to Miami (experienced all that) and will be returning back to Honolulu (where I belong). The first thing I will tell you, RESPECT of the culture and nature is HUGE over there. Because that place is small you can drive around the Island in 3 hours. and your reputation can be ruined quick. You run into the same people all the time. Meaning, you may not know them, but you have seen them before. #2 It’s America true. However, your not running anything over there. Meaning mainland type of views or “ways” hmm. I would say if you plan on moving there. 2 years is usually the cut off whether if your going to make it or want to stay or not. You may start to get “island sickness”. Either your gonna love it or hate it. You have to really embrace the outdoors and recognize that things don’t move as fast as you may be accustomed to New York’s, LA’s, or Miami’s of the mainland. And everything generally goes on during the day. Not much of a nightlife outside of Waikiki and you could just snap your finger and that’s the size of it.. It’s very slow and boring. And somewhat behind in times. THATS WHY I LIKE IT. Is there reverse racism over there? sure. You’ve may have heard. I’m a bro, in some cases I was accepted in more arenas than my Caucasian brethren were. (Nobody talks about that.) So that can be “eye opener” to some also. Living somewhere and visiting somewhere. Is two different things. Probably one of the more beautiful and safe places I’ve lived. Expense wise? If your from New York, you won’t be sticker shocked. Maui is the. Prettiest I would say. Kauai is magical, beautiful and green and the big island where Kona (Iron Man) and Hilo are is totally different. The Hawaiians are very family oriented people and therefore it’s a very safe place to raise a family. Little to no crime, outside of getting your bike stolen, not much going on. It’s a real nice place and the fact that it’s not landlocked it can’t be ruined. It truly is Paradise. Mahalo

[kimmylebagge]

You are right in commenting on there being a Polynesian vibe. 17 January 1893 saw the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom, Queen Lili'uokalani sadly abdicated to spare her Hawaiian people bloodshed. Hawaii is a part of our Polynesian islands. I always encourage people to find out more about the history and indigenous people of any place they visit, they way we can all be more respectful and mindful when visiting 😍

[pamelachristensenaropio]

The feeling is called Aloha Spirit. It’s something you “feel” but can’t explain. Our mana is strong 💪🏾 Aloha oe🤙🏾

[travelertrome]

Welcome to Hawaii! You guys were blessed with such great weather! I've been to Honolulu twice but have never hiked Diamondhead. Those views looked incredible! Now on my list. Looking forward to seeing you guys explore the island, including the North Shore!

[kanielagifford]

When I lived in Hawai`i and I went on vacations to Venezuela, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Florida to New York City ... I noticed they treated me more stand offish when they knew I was an American, but when they found out I was from Hawai`i, it was like I was treated as their best friend. It must be most people don't think of Hawai`i to be much a part of the USA but somewhere exotic (which it is). The best beach I found while living in Hawai`i was in Kailua. I left in 1992 and I know things have changed, I'm wanting to go back but don't know when. Still the most beautiful place I have visited/lived and the water is such a beautiful blue that I can't be describ because of how beautiful it is. Thanks for your video, it brought back such good memories!

[imuawarriors]

treat people the way you want to be treated. I've lived in Hawaii all of my life and the Aloha spirit is alive and well, no matter what haters will say. we have problems like any big city, but we're all trying to make it work. Mahalo for your visit and for your respect.

[nancybaldwin]

I have been to Honolulu Waikiki. It is absolutely paradise. I love it. It is so beautiful there. I’m ready to go back. Have fun in Hawaii

[Kneyos]

Been living on O'ahu for almost a decade. Went to school at UH Manoa and now live on the west side in Kapolei. I'm originally from California and Hawai'i has always felt like a special place. I think saying its "another country" is one way to put it but no where else in the world compares to it. Hawai'i has its pros and cons but most things you mentioned in this video are correct. Another huge aspect about being in Hawai'i is the HISTORY of how people came to be in Hawai'i and if you live here and visit is a must to know. Particularly, plantation culture, sugarcane economy and the migrations of all groups of people to Hawai'i ; Filipinos, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, etc. I say this because not everyone in Hawai'i is technically "Hawaiian" and has its own history to it in itself. The other is the illegal overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom and the way everything went down. A lot of this is overshadowed by tourists and the economic focus of Hawai'i being tourism. I say this because it takes time to learn these things and people here want to share, teach and "talk story" with you about how things came to be, because respect of the aina (land) and the people is very important and sometimes can be forgotten by visitors because of the filter of "America's Tropical Paradise".

[Travelwithchris]

Great video guys! I'm heading there soon and this helps a lot!

[MrLulzim]

Love your videos! As a American here from New England, I consider Hawaii a part of America, but it definitely has its own culture etc.. But then again America in general is very diverse depending on where you go. Hawaii is definitely on my bucket list one day..

[keoksmoto]

Pro tip: I hiked Diamondhead with my family, and they told me there was beer at the top. So I kept going. I was huffing and puffing all the way up and there was no beer at the top. Haha . Glad to see you folks went to Waikiki Brewing after. Honolulu Beerworks is also a good one.

[tome]

Anna & Trevor, thanks for the great video. Hawaii looks awsome! We had a HI trip cancelled when the shutdown hit, sigh. I found your channel when researching for an upcoming trip to Quebec and NovaScotia and wanted to thank you for all the excellent information. Cheers!

[jodiemay]

Love the video. Trip already planned for 2024! I appreciate all the details! ❤

[mesmerize]

I agree, it's very lay back and less people walking. Nice people and hospitality are simply amazing. We are actually here vacationing. It's much nice! Thank yoi for this video.❤❤❤

[aviandv]

I'm an American who has traveled around a lot of this country and has gone abroad several times to various other countries. Traveling to Hawaii feels like being in America, to me. It definitely has its own distinct culture, but many places in America have their own cultures, too, so that's not so unusual. The culture shock when going to Hawaii is minimal. There's no language barrier, there's no exchange rate to think about, our cellphones work seemlessly, our drivers licenses and insurance policies are valid and easy to use, the road signs and traffic rules are the same, the laws are generally the same, we know exactly where, when and how to pay for things, our bank cards have no issues, we know what numbers to call in an emergency, no limit on how long we can stay, etc, etc...

There's so many things to consider when going to a foreign country that, as Americans, we just don't have to worry about when we go to Hawaii. For these reasons, it can never feel like going to a different country, to me.

[helennuttall]

Looks fabulous…..loved the crater hike and views from the top…craft beer certainly deserved after that climb! 😁🥰

[JavaWalkerWorld]

Another awesome video. You guys are on your game.😊

[LL-hdls]

Enjoying your take on my home of Honolulu, Hawaii. Just one little note to remember...all people in Hawaii are not "Hawaiian". It is very unique to any other state in the US where Hawaiians is a unique ethnic group and part of the larger race of Polynesians. So the CORRECT label for anyone born and raised in Hawaii would be "kama'aina" but please reserve the term of "Hawaiian" for those of that indigenous ethnic group. Mahalo! 🤙

[louhill]

Ahhh I went to Hawaii I'm 2018 and this made me relive all the amazing memories ❤ Diamond Head is a definite must.

[harrymiram]

FYI....Hawaii is the Only state to grow/harvest coffee/macadamia nuts. The "cavern" you walked thru @ Diamond Head/11:30 is, in actuality, lava tube made when Diamond Head was being formed. In the Hawaiian language, Diamond Head is referred to as Le'ahi(forehead of the ahi/yellowfin tuna) or Kaimana Hila. Between 1969-73, Diamond Head was the site of the Diamond Head Crater Festival, featuring hippy counter culture arts, crafts & food. But the main attraction was the music, which featured bands such as Santana, Fleetwood Mac, Journey, Doobie Bros., Cheech & Chong and local artists such as Cecilio & Kapono & Makaha Sons of Niihau