Oahu Travel Tips: 10 Things to Know Before YOU Go

[@YellowProductions]

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[@mechgear5974]

If you go to Hawaii, please use reef safe sunscreen!

[@taylorward3773]

Going to Hawaii for the first time in May and I can't wait!!

[@H0Ly-cHeT]

FYI watch out for the termite swarms especially in the north shore.. I learned the hard way.. Lol damn termites.

[@mrmassive5670]

Me too

[@rhocassiopeiae]

Hey, I just got back from Hawaii, I watch your vids before I went and they were very helpful, thanks.

[@YellowProductions]

Awesome. Thanks Jen!

[@glennpaton8283]

Great video as usual. My daughter and I were there in Sept last year. we found that the public bus services were great, we used them to get to Diamond Head, Pearl Harbor, the north shore, the Dole plantation and Kualoa ranch. Some trips were quite long but the scenery is interesting. They were advertising that the following week after we left that they were changing the bus pricing and that you could get an all day ticket for $5.

[@YellowProductions]

$5 all day! That's a good deal!

[@elizabethcozma9594]

Perfect information about Oahu,I love it there!and you are so right about the traffic!omg we are from Australia and we went to Disneyland ,Vegas then Hawaii,we stupidly thought the driving in Hawaii world be so easy!hired a car there,managed to drive on the other side of the road but what a nightmare!!!!!thanks for the great videos Chris!

[@adamaltawila2]

Bro keep posting videos for every place you go. I love your videos and the reviews

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Abo!

[@kevinpegram262]

You are 100% correct about Oahu. Hopefully I will be back there someday

[@YellowProductions]

I hope so!

[@dominicanlove7345]

I really appreciate your video I was a little bit kind of nervous because I'm getting ready to go up there in April so thank you I got enough information

[@akk800]

Just went to Hawaii in May ! We watched your vids before we went & those were some really good tips and we had such a fun time ! Keep it up dude !

[@YellowProductions]

Awesome. Thanks A Khun!

[@tallblondegirl5823]

Great video I will be there next week. There are some things I'm finding difficulty looking for just 1 person like a luau or ATV excursion.

[@milliejimenez9434]

Love his videos, he's well spoken and knowledgeable, which is very important because I wouldn't waste my time if I dislike his voice. My last trip to Hawaii was in 2010 and I can see that it has changed tremendously with the addition of food trucks 🚚 everywhere now.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Millie!

[@odyjungst3166]

Another great and informative video Chris! Mahalo!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Judy!!

[@rjinparadise2850]

Absolutely spot of information about Oahu! Mahalo for the great video.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks R&J! Aloha!

[@a7xforever498]

Thank you! I’m going to Hawaii in 6 days for 35 days, so this helped me not get bored and to find and know stuff to do. Thanks, again! 🙂

[@YellowProductions]

Enjoy your month in Paradise!

[@a7xforever498]

Yellow Productions thank you!

[@eddiesanchez1261]

Great information about the transportation in Waikiki, I also would like to add that there is a station-based car service in Honolulu area called HUI, whether you needed for just few hours or for the entire day I think is better option than UBER. Basically, you download their app and make reservation off your smartphone and then walk up to a vehicle and if it's available, hop onto Hui's vehicle and go! and the best part about it is that the gas and insurance are already included for an incredible price. And talking about Hanauma Bay I think is one of the great areas to go to. However, it gets really crowded, and also the lines to get to the beach can be very long. I like North Shore better, it is less crowded, and more places to go snorkeling, Aloha!

[@bige.3474]

The Vive is a great clean place to stay. A block in from the Duke statue. $20 a night for parking, no resort fees, free beach gear like towels, umbrellas, boogie boards, and mats. I have stayed there twice for $155 a night. They are very friendly. Smaller rooms, but love it there.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks for the tip on the Vive!

[@janeyd5280]

is $155 a night not a bit expensive.? anyone on here.?

[@derekbernal8963]

Tip one- don’t use wet suit,if you want to wear something for your torso get rash guard or just wear a shirt. Tip two- don’t learn to surf on north shore,learn in Waikiki north shore can kill you even in short season. Tip three- if you see turtles keep your eyes peeled for tiger and hammer head sharks, they feed on sea turtles but if you provide them the opportunity they will take a bite.tip four if your looking for gifts and goodies to bring home find Wholesale Unlimited, multiple locations and they will ship thing over seas. Tip five look up bus stops and schedule,you can get anywhere you want on the bus,talk to locals while you ride and find even more hidden gems.

[@thegabrielchannel818]

Lanikai beach is definitely the best beach in Oahu.

[@keoniable]

Lmao

[@WesleytheIV]

No ala moana is

[@gr8o2h2o]

Pretty spot on details with everything! You did comprehensive homework on the matter not just as a tourist but local level understanding.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Damascus!

[@juliajusticejujubugzluv8003]

thank you for your video it's very informative and lots of research info in it.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Julia!

[@erik69006]

Coming here in 12 days I’m beyond excited 😌

[@YellowProductions]

Awesome Erik!

[@tommclaughlin7179]

Thanks for the great video Chris! Fills a void for me

[@bobwestmoreland1]

Thank you Chris! Fantastic and very informative video. My family and I just visited Waikiki for the first time and I watched your videos before our trip. Your reviews are spot on! We can't wait to go back soon! Also, ABC stores are the best! Mahalo.

[@YellowProductions]

Right on.. thanks Bob and Aloha!

[@sheray2929]

@@YellowProductions How do I find an reasonable travel agent

[@mollyconner9952]

I love the video

[@hdtvcamera1]

Your narration is outstanding. Great post

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks hdtvcamera!!

[@MONIKKA5389]

yay you're back to waikiki, thank you so much your videos are very good keep the good work :)

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Lizzie!

[@bobbylewisjr5250]

Thanks for your well put together video, it was so informative..... I'm planning to spend six to seven days in Hawaii and visit Big Island, Oahu and, Maui ....do you think three islands is too much to do in 6 or 7 days?....... Your advice is appreciated.

[@YellowProductions]

My pleasure.. yes, 3 islands in a week is too much. 2 Islands in a week maximum or you'll be spending all your time in airports

[@Sonny0276]

Great Video. Thank you for posting.

[@YellowProductions]

Aloha!

[@zumbayobadazzself9137]

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[@beautyinabigrig7936]

im excited ill be there in a couple day

[@OneStepClosa]

Thx for the video buddy! We are traveling Oahu in March for 2 weeks. Greetings from Berlin, germany!

[@YellowProductions]

Enjoy Oahu!

[@MelbourneShorts11]

found you online the other day. Love your videos. Great stuff

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Melbourne Shorts... welcome!

[@josephwagner1962]

Chris could you do a beginners guide to Ocean Cruise Ships?

[@allans7281]

Great video do you think you’re able to get around the island on a scooter or do cars travel too quickly

[@YellowProductions]

I personally wouldn't.. just too much traffic and cars and tourists that don't know how to drive

[@TravelBoardwalk]

Awesome video, I love the way you guided us through the video. At least now if I go to Hawaii I know a little bit more information and where to go and what to do. If I go to Hawaii I will definitely make a video and try to make it as amazing as yours to put it up on my Travel Boardwalk channel. I still have a long way to go, but seeing videos like yours motivates me to keep committed on youtube.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Travel Boardwalk! Best wishes on your channel!

[@landscaperben]

Chris, you know I need to get to Hawaii. It's a dream of mine to visit Oahu and the rest of Hawaii. What a tease you are!!!!! Lol

[@josefinaamador6345]

You gave me so much useful information thank you so much!

[@YellowProductions]

My pleasure Josefina! Aloha!

[@lumaalhilli5506]

Thank you for the video. I really like all your videos. I would like to know if it's easy to find parking in Oahu, especially around Waikiki Beach?

[@livingthevacationlife]

I'm wondering the same, not finding any good information on parking around Waikiki either and our hotel charges like $50 a day to park 😳

[@MysteriousBeingOfLight]

Hawaii is a dream wow

[@noahtakestheworld]

I live in Hawaii and LIVE BY THESE TIPS! I also have my own tips (from past fails) you might find them interesting....

[@anaplaysstuff]

You didn't mention Biki for transportation! They're bikes in Honolulu (mostly around Waikiki) where you can rent them straight from a bike stand using an app. I haven't used it myself (I don't spend a lot of time down in town unless I'm going down there for a reason) but I've heard people like them.

[@baztheman]

Can you tell me how and where to find the affordable and reliable diving, snorkeling, surf lessons?

[@gets-it-in3658]

Great videos they really help. I'm staying on the island of Oahu next month and was wondering would you know any good hiking with waterfalls or any big cliffs where you could jump off of. Me and my wife are trying to find some things to do that don't cost or don't cost too much. Any advice would be good thanks.

[@nanami849]

Thank you for the nice video! Just letting you know but the Golden week in japan is the first week of May!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks for the correction!

[@ruthhersh6779]

Hi! Thank you much for all your tips. We're going next month in July!

[@YellowProductions]

My pleasure Ruth!

[@AB_JN13]

Loved this ! Great tips thank you 🙌🏽

[@wanderlustspirit4607]

Headed to Oahu Sunday! I love working for an airline and being able to travel as much as I do. I took a circle the island tour last time I was there. Got to eat at fumis shrimp farm near the north shore and it was some of the best shrimp I’ve ever had.

[@YellowProductions]

Awesome.. enjoy! I've been meaning to try Fumi's.. I just don't usually make it to that corner of the Island all that often!

[@wanderlustspirit4607]

The ABC stores are amazing

[@YellowProductions]

ABC stores are the best!

[@angiefranks7847]

Is the tap water safe?

[@ictkd3515]

See you in May, Oahu😍🤙

[@YellowProductions]

Aloha!

[@maiira1230]

I love that you get to the point 😉

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks maiira!

[@cindymcintyre3092]

Good video. Thanks.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Cindy!

[@TheTravelingBreeze]

Great video thanks for the information 🤙

[@marsimone1]

Great video with very good info.

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks!

[@Gnosara]

thank you for letting us know about the Donkihote!! i didnt know oahu had that store!

[@lovingmy4zzz529]

it is DonQuijote!! lol

[@YellowProductions]

One of my favorite stores! If you are in the LA Area, Don Quijote has some stores here called "Tokyo Central"

[@alencaster2008]

Thank you for the great tips my friend I was little nervous because on June I will travel to Oahu inland and I like the way you give a good information about to do things in that beautiful inland 👍👍👍👍👍

[@aalba24]

Thanks for the tips Senator Schatz!

[@robsmoviecollection3715]

Fantastic Chris! This place is on my bucket list. I'm not a surfer or really even much of a water guy. But if I'm anywhere in Hawaii I would have to go into the water at some point. What is the situation with wildlife like sharks and jellyfish?

[@johndunbar5611]

Another great video!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks John!

[@thegamingodyssey6315]

You’re underrated.

[@YellowProductions]

Awwww

[@elizabethcozma1625]

Hey Chris,great video,just wondering about the Japanese golden week?we will be there after Vegas,Good Friday is our first day I’m hoping it won’t be too busy then? Keep up the videos,I’m so excited about our trip and you’ve given us some great tips for Disneyland Vegas and Hawaii!👍🏻😃,

[@YellowProductions]

It probably will be quite busy.. but that's no reason not to go! Assuming you've already got hotels and it didn't cost you a fortune I think you are all good!

[@elizabethcozma1625]

Yellow Productions thanks Chris,we really appreciate all your videos and thanks for answering my questions!!

[@rhondaw182]

Awesome information thanks

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Ron!

[@scottman895]

These are some great tips! It is cool how Oahu has its share of touristy areas such as Waikiki as well as other cool areas. I definitely need to get out to Hawaii sometime although I'm not sure when yet.

[@YellowProductions]

You'll enjoy it when you do for sure!

[@debalenalang09]

we plan to go oahu for the first time and spend 4th of july. would that good time to visit? Also what do you think of costco hawaii travel packages?

[@YellowProductions]

I'd imagine it will be busy for the 4th of July.. but its as good of a time as any. Costco has pretty good prices on their packages

[@CWIZZMOZZ]

I STAYED AT THE HILTON HAWAIIAN VILLAGE ALL THE TIMES I WENT TO HONOLULU !!! GOD I LOVE IT !! GOD I MISS IT !!! PLEASE GOD LET ME GET TO GO BACK ONE DAY BEFORE I DIE !!! ALOHA EVERYONE !!! ✡🖤✡🖤✡🖤✡❤

[@YellowProductions]

Aloha!

[@angiefranks7847]

What do you think about renting a car using TURO app?

[@YellowProductions]

I haven't done it yet. But I think it may be more hassle than it's worth

[@safetyguy]

Any plans to do a video on Sheraton Princess Kaiulani in Honolulu?

[@YellowProductions]

Not at the moment.. doesn't mean I won't stay there in the future though!

[@jasoncipto6287]

Very informative. Thank you 👌🏻

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Jason! Aloha!

[@SreejithSD]

Awesome ! 🤙🏽

[@jayg8339]

This is a very informative video. One thing, you said not to rent a car at the hotel, but I’m staying at Hilton Hawaiian Village where parking is ridiculously expensive. Do you think I should rent the car at the Hilton or pay for the parking? (I calculated it, and paying for the parking would be a bit more expensive)

[@YellowProductions]

Well.. I'd look at it this way.. if you're going to rent a car for your entire visit then I'd get it at the airport. If you're there for 5 days but only need a rental for 1 or 2.. then yeah. Rent that at the hotel

[@jayg8339]

Ok Thanks

[@KelsieSayadeth]

You should be a news reporter.

[@1butterontoast]

Do you recommend stocking up on groceries in Oahu to save money on meals?

[@YellowProductions]

That is one way to save money for sure.. but I think eating out is part of the travel experience. You can eat your home cooking anytime :)

[@Braydon2144]

So I'm staying at the Sheraton in Waikiki in a week, and is it more of a calm hotel or is it loud and can you hear all kinds of people when you're trying to sleep?

[@YellowProductions]

Ask for a "quiet room" on a high floor and I think you'll sleep fine

[@tanishkbohara716]

Awesome video

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks Tanishk!

[@bobbylewisjr5250]

This guy makes THE BEST Vlogs!!!!...check out my Hawaaiin vlogs before you go visit....

[@arpeezee]

Respect to you because you know Don Quixote.

[@YellowProductions]

Awesome :)

[@odettehope7702]

Hello I have 7 days and I want to visit 2 island which one do you recommend the most ? I´m going in Nov

[@YellowProductions]

Oahu and Maui

[@odettehope7702]

@@YellowProductions THANK YOU!!!

[@Roxyzs2k]

Really enjoyed this! Thank you for all the tips. My family and I are headed to Oahu in October so we’ve definitely found this helpful! Thank you! 🙂

[@ruthieboyd8031]

THANK YOU!

[@YellowProductions]

My pleasure Ruthie!

[@naomiblackerby6780]

Great updated video! You may want to toss in saving your abc receipts to turn in for free stuff, it makes you feel better after spending all that money 😂

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks for the tip on the ABC stores!

[@adamy323]

Have you ever stayed at Aulani? If so, would you recommend 2 adults going without kids?

[@YellowProductions]

I haven't.. I've stayed in Ko Olina at the former Marriott.. I do think it's a great location for kids!

[@anaplaysstuff]

I haven't stayed there but I've been there a couple times to eat at one of the restaurants on site. I would totally stay there as an adult. It's gorgeous!

[@adamy323]

Blair Cook thanks

[@bigfellaoo7]

How about end of October and early November?

[@YellowProductions]

That's a good time of year

[@nestorgarcia9671]

Which Oahu Luau do you recommend going too?

[@YellowProductions]

Germaines or Paradise Cove

[@nestorgarcia9671]

@@YellowProductions Thank you so much! Your Awesome!!

[@hawaiianseaturtle009]

Another thing you should’ve mentioned: heed all warnings given by lifeguards at dangerous beaches where tourists still insist on entering the water. They’re giving warnings for a reason, not to waste their breath.

[@YellowProductions]

Good tip!

[@auntiebagel4788]

I have to ask...where is Hana uma? I've never heard of that place EVER. I was raised on the windward side of the island, in the town of Waimanalo (also where you will find Sea Life Park). I do know where you were talking about but I also saw that one of your readers became a bit testy with someone else that tried to correct a mispronunciation of the word Honolulu. It's not difficult at all, just takes a little bit of practice. The Hawaiian alphabet consists of the same 5 vowels as we all use when speaking Americanized English but with the same basic vowel sounds as when speaking Spanish. Here are phonetic examples...a=ah e=hay i=eel o=oh u=too and w sounds like a v. The rest of our alphabet consists of h, k, l, m, n, and p, for a total of 7 consonants & 5 vowels. Using the sound examples I've given you for the vowels, each vowel is enunciated separately. My favorite example for teaching this is by using the name of a local village. It is spelled Ka a a w a and here it is phonetically...Kah-ah-ah-vah. Or here is a big word, that is fun to learn as long as you follow the vowel examples I've given you and remember to enunciate each vowel individually. Try this one...Kalanianaole , and here it is phonetically...Kah-lah-knee-ah-nah-oh-lay (happens to be the name of a main Highway on the island and it runs the full length of my hometown, Waimanalo. So one of the most gorgeous places to go snorkeling truly IS Hanauma Bay...Hah-now-mah Bay, as you mentioned. One last correction...Moo-sue-bee with the accent on the first syllable, not the second one. Aloooooha!

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks for the pronunciation lesson.. I have a really hard time with Hawaiian for some reason

[@auntiebagel4788]

@@YellowProductions Hey Chris, well I hope my mini-lesson was helpful for you then. With a little bit of practice you will soon be sounding like a local, LOL! I also hope that you and yours are staying safe and healthy...same to your readers. Aloha from Virginia!

[@bluenavy22]

thanks...

[@YellowProductions]

My pleasure Aung!

[@kellytimms129]

So, they do have Uber in Oahu?

[@YellowProductions]

Yup.. they do

[@sonic-ps4cy]

I lived in Oahu Hawaii since I was born but I have never went to Waikiki beach. I go to a beach I call sand island. And go fishing. Bradah can you pronounce Hawaii or Honolulu correct. Nice job with da vid

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks.. yes I need to work on my pronunciation

[@Molokai17]

That's Baloney about the temps being in the 80s all year long. Today it's 76 high and 66 low.

[@sharayahgreen4063]

I'll take it! It was 5 degrees in Nebraska this morning.

[@magicforce10]

He said average which means it can get low occasionally.

[@kaila-annkahookele5430]

I'm from oahu

[@YellowProductions]

Aloha!

[@PattyAnnee]

Do the Oahu lagoons have jellyfish?

[@angiefranks7847]

How do I keep my valuables like wallet and cell safe while.at beach ?

[@YellowProductions]

In our case we get a hotel near the beach, and leave our valuables in our hotel room

[@storiedworlds6261]

Thanks. Another enjoyable, informative video. One thing: Golden Week in Japan is the first week of MAY. (but it does often overlap with the end of April).

[@YellowProductions]

Thanks for the clarification of Golden Week in Japan!

[@YellowProductions]

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[@auraglasswerks4900]

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[@BlakeSandenMedia]

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[@tommclaughlin7179]

@@auraglasswerks4900 and you're a dweeb

[@auroraionescu192]

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[@pakalolo6832]

BEST WAY TO GO AROUND THE ISLAND ON OAHU.. TAKE THE BUS...

[@dad1563]

i stood exactly where you are standing 1:14

[@YellowProductions]

Neat!

[@CWIZZMOZZ]

ME TOO BABY !! GOD I MISS IT !!! ✡🖤✡🖤✡❤

[@kangaroobot]

Now visit Okinawa Japan!!!

[@YellowProductions]

I'd like to!

[@kaioh6]

Man, I love how you spelled "Spamacubie" for captioning. The correct spelling is "Spam musubi". Also, I wish you would have included more things about being respectful. Seems like people don't understand that when they come. It's common sense, but the fact of the matter is, Hawaii people are probably the most respectful people. In my opinion, if you respect the local people, they'll give you the same level of respect back.

[@YellowProductions]

Hah! I outsource the captioning so I've never noticed that... Thanks for the heads up. Respect is absolutely important!

[@JohnDoe50207]

Wiaikiki......... nuff said