The ULTIMATE Hawaii travel guide for first timers | What you NEED to know!

[@DennyandNikki]

Are you looking for the best things to do on the island? Check out our 25 things to do under $100 blog post: dennyandnikki.com/things-to-do-oahu/

[@Christof44]

How can i get there from Europe?

[@Labsluv24]

Any issues with car rentals? If you have a reservation are you guaranteed a car?

[@DennyandNikki]

@@Labsluv24 Nothing is guaranteed but it's a high chance you will receive a car if you have reserved with a car agency on the island.

[@DennyandNikki]

@@Christof44 Hopefully, travel will resume soon between Europe and the US!

[@Christof44]

@@DennyandNikki I Hope so. Last year i bought ticket on Oahu but Lufthansa canceled my flight. It was my biggest dream to be there😔

[@ld8178]

To tourists: please keep in mind that you are a guest on these sacred lands. Although, Hawaii is the 50th state of the US. Native Hawaiians are still fighting for sovereignty for their ppl. Please come respectfully, kind and humble. Being rude and demanding will continue to create more tension among our community. Resulting in locals and natives not being to keen to tourist. Please be free not only to check out the beauty but also come on over and educate yourself on the Kingdom of Hawaii and the respect for nature here. 🌺

[@DennyandNikki]

Great Advice! We appreciate your insight. Mahalo!

[@eiskatze]

Well said. 👏

[@kellyschriver391]

❤️❤️❤️

[@tonyalmodovar6878]

tony from NYC, Definitely agree other wise go somewhere else, keep your attitude at your home state where you came from !!! RESPECT !!!!!

[@rushrush1209]

Well said. It's important to be respecful and kind in any state or country you visit.

[@hotdogNbuns]

Local here. Just wanted to say you made an amazing video. It gives so much vital information for tourists but also brings some awareness that might have otherwise never been considered by tourists. Great work!

[@DennyandNikki]

Mahalo! We really appreciate your comment

[@sidneyrodrigues728]

Born and raised in the state. While I appreciate your patronage and support by visiting our state, keep in mind that it's all an illusion. Just like Las Vegas. Most regular people that live here are lower middle class. We are continuously working just in order to survive and obtain the necessities. We don't have a lot of time to go to the beach or do those things that visitors enjoy. Just keep this in mind when you visit. Enjoy your time here and keep what I've said in mind when you return home. Aloha!

[@obijuankenobi420]

Weird....I know lower middle class people out there that go to the beach everyday and go out and have nice meals.

[@boto8309]

@@obijuankenobi420probably live with their parents and have no kids

[@obijuankenobi420]

@@boto8309 Nope....renting apartments but still surviving and living life

[@BikesnBros-xz1bk]

Ones abilities to live the life they want comes with perception and self discipline

[@nourishedheiress]

best video on YT about traveling to Hawaii!!!!!!

[@millionzepf]

Just got back from Oahu, and used some of the suggestions that Denny and Nikki gave. Great advice! All of their recommended places to visit/restaurants were great. Highly recommend this channel!

[@DennyandNikki]

So glad that our videos were helpful! Hope you enjoyed your trip 🌴 and thanks for leaving this comment!

[@danideshayes8796]

Love this Video! Glad to see you touched on the Native peoples of Hawaii and their culture! So important to know about the places you travel to before you go. Thanks!

[@JazzyLnae]

Excellent video! I recommend first-timers visit the Polynesian Culture center to learn about the Native Hawaiian culture and other Polynesian cultures. It's tough to find that in Waikiki/tourist areas, where most of them stay.

[@DennyandNikki]

Thank you! :) Yes, we think everyone should leave Waikiki and discover some of Hawaii’s culture!

[@knitewe]

That was a great overview. I could listen to her voice for hours. I’ve subscribed.

[@cameronmckenzie9047]

Looks so beautiful!!! Hopefully one day I’ll go!! 😍💙🩵🐟🐠🌺🌊🐬🌅🏝️🐚

[@Banayaga]

Subscribed. ❤ I've been wanting to understand and learn about Hawaii for awhile now cuz i plan to live there in future and was so happy i found your videos! You've shared so much more than other videos I've watched! A true gem. Please continue to share your experiences living there, im curious about jobs/cost of living and even how the locals live there to get by, what are their entertainments and fashion and such.

[@lawylankeu1717]

This is an amazing video, great work

[@brianwoods5024]

Love and appreciate your channel so much! I'm visiting Oahu for the first time this June for my grad trip, your channel has been so helpful in planning!

[@DennyandNikki]

That’s great to hear! Enjoy your trip to Oahu, you’ll have such a good time!

[@BruceLlE]

This is the best overview video I’ve seen re Hawaii. Nicely edited with eloquent narration. My wife, son, and I are finally going to Hawaii in July for the first time. We’re excited and can’t wait!

[@DennyandNikki]

Thank you for your comment! We appreciate it. Enjoy your first trip to Oahu 🤙

[@mikeee7425]

Great video ! Went to Oahu in 2019, and booked to return in 2022. Most beautiful place on Earth! Can’t wait.

[@DennyandNikki]

Enjoy your trip! We feel like most people return to Hawaii. One time just isn’t enough!

[@Sandy-zu8jp]

love this style . love love love.

[@derrickdickerson4436]

I live here and this video was excellent. The only addition off the top of my head is checking out Electric Beach for the marine life (including sea turtles). Great job!

[@DennyandNikki]

Mahalo for watching! And yes, definitely, snorkeling at Electric Beach is awesome.

[@gomez619]

I am headed to Oahu tomorrow and will then spend some time in Maui too. Thank you for the 411!!! Mahalo...

[@DennyandNikki]

Woohoo! Have fun on your trip!

[@tonyalmodovar6878]

Tony from NYC, you guys are great to be with God bless you both,and soooooo informative love the video going to use as a guide, hopefully moving there, Mahalo and have a safe adventure 🤙🙋‍♂️😎

[@DennyandNikki]

Awesome to hear how helpful it is Tony! Good luck on the move. Mahalo!

[@leyladurmus1492]

I'm heading to Hawaii in 3 days & your videos have been incredibly helpful. I cannot wait to see Hawaii for myself soon! Thank you guys for the amazing content. :)

[@DennyandNikki]

Thank you!! You are going to have a blast when you’re here. The weather has been really nice 🌞

[@Crazylifeofruthie]

I love love this video! I’m going to Oahu for the first time and I can’t wait.

[@DennyandNikki]

Enjoy your trip!! You're going to love the island!

[@bori2kewt]

My family and I just visited Waikiki and stood at the Hilton it was absolutely gorgeous. I pray to go back again one day I fell in love with the culture and island.

[@DennyandNikki]

Life on Oahu really is something else. Glad you and your family liked it!

[@askSandra]

Your content is superb! I moved back to Waikiki 6 months ago and I’m using your videos to build itineraries for my husband and I to explore more of the island. Mahalo for your help! ;)

[@DennyandNikki]

Amazing! Thanks for your comment and have fun exploring Oahu 🤙

[@ItsArtByDonna]

Loved your video! I wish I would have seen it before my visit! Great information!

[@DennyandNikki]

Glad you like the video! At least you’re all ready to go for your second trip 🤙

[@sherrielee45]

Excellent video. Much appreciated!

[@DennyandNikki]

Glad you like it! 😁

[@camaralrecords]

Thankyou for this video. I am going to Oahu next month and this video was very useful.

[@J.BII_]

I love this and have binged almost all of your videos. Great advice in this video. We were just there last week on our honeymoon and everything you said is spot on. You have great footage inside the resort where we stayed 😃 To see the homelessness is sad for sure. Please keep the videos coming. There is so much to learn about the culture.

[@DennyandNikki]

Thank you! I hope you guys had a lovely honeymoon. Oahu is the perfect honeymoon spot for sure! Mahalo 😁

[@MsLmo98]

what resort did you stay at and did you enjoy it?

[@crixstyle]

Another great video u guys....embracing the aloha spirit and respecting the aina 🤙🏽🙏🏽♥️💯

[@DennyandNikki]

Mahalo 🤙 💛💛

[@AsssKnee]

That's why I loved this video! Also James Asquith has great air travel videos, you should definitly check him out.

[@philiphodgesnz]

Brilliant job that! You really focused on info rather than trying to show yourselves off (well you did that in a nice way at least!). so refreshing - good job both!

[@tonyreyes8379]

Great Vlog, I just finished my booking and I will be heading over, staying at Ko'Olina

[@DennyandNikki]

Ko'olina is very nice! Enjoy your trip!

[@leafsfan71]

Great video. Am here now. It’s spot on

[@DennyandNikki]

Enjoy your trip!

[@beckygomez-beaster2828]

I can’t believe was there last week. Im already missing Hawaii !! I’ll return in the future .

[@DennyandNikki]

Hope you enjoyed it!!🌞

[@aeryscleid2113]

Oh man same here!!! I loved the north shore the most, wby?

[@kaykay226]

Don't! Stay home! This sacred island is not meant to be over crowded and suited on by tourist. Mahalo😊

[@aeryscleid2113]

@@kaykay226 Lmao, you're funny. It was my first time there and did a lot of hiking trails and also picked up many trash on my way in and out. I got my trash picker and trash bag. Everyone is welcome as long they respect any place they visit lol

[@ranradd]

Awesome and beautiful video, thanks. Going to Oahu in September!

[@summerliu3394]

very informative video and beautiful!

[@seanspencer8179]

Aloha Denny & Nikki, Love your videos. As a Native Hawaiian Born and Raised and still lives here, your videos are awesome. Great job Nikki on the pronunciation of the Place Names.

[@DennyandNikki]

Mahalo! We appreciate your comment 🤙

[@shahzebnasir4692]

Such a great video!!! So well shot and so much great information!

[@DennyandNikki]

Thank you!

[@shahzebnasir4692]

@@DennyandNikki No, thank YOU!!!

[@karingibeau1022]

Great video! I have to say the best, and most informative. Thanks

[@DennyandNikki]

Thank you!!

[@christopheles7198]

Coming in three weeks. Hope to see you. Thanks for the tips and greetings from East Coast USA

[@DennyandNikki]

Greetings! We hope you enjoy the trip!

[@charblrestraylor3478]

Thank for the video!!! Very informative👍🏾 I’m traveling to Oahu next month. I can’t wait!!!

[@DennyandNikki]

Enjoy your trip!

[@TravelWithSetareh]

Hi I've only recently discovered your channel and I have to say I'm loving it. I am from Iran and a new subscriber of your channel. I'm very happy to watch this video, thanks very much for sharing this beautiful video. 👍❤❤

[@naNieUtartymSzlaku]

Awsome! We are after Oahu trip too. Amazing place!

[@amvaquilar]

thank you for your helpful tips, at 0:44 of your video you were eating a multiple-layer cake and it got my attention, and would like to know the name of the restaurant. thank you

[@DennyandNikki]

Its a pineapple cake and we’re still drooling over it. We ate it at Tommy Bahama’s in Waikiki 🤙

[@amvaquilar]

@@DennyandNikki thank you for responding right away. We have plans to visit Honolulu next month and looking forward to drooling over the cake. Best to you and Denny for providing insightful information for mainlanders who love your island.

[@jackkaauwai1271]

Love your content. Thank you for giving information about our island. Mahalo ❤

[@DennyandNikki]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! Mahalo 🤙

[@thewalkingfer7168]

Great Virtual Tour...very good job! 👍🏻👍🏻😀😀

[@DennyandNikki]

Mahalo!! 🤙 😁😁

[@weilin458]

Thank you for the information, love the video

[@DennyandNikki]

Thanks for watching!

[@Eskey__]

Great video and thank you for all the tips. Thinking of going in December.

[@DennyandNikki]

Have fun on your trip! 🌴

[@PCDev]

Great video! Very informative, thank you both so much!

[@romeovaldez2066]

Great video!

[@superelaaaine]

Love this video! Thank you for doing it!

[@crisantaaguilar338]

Very awesome video!!!

[@德慶彭陀]

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[@smoothiegreenburg6065]

love hawaii! ive been twice and have to agree with getting a car, even if not for your whole trip just for a day. my favorite days were spent driving around the island,watching surfers on northshore, dole plantation, and seeing all the pineapple fields with double rainbows all the way across the sky! (lol)my dad was working in pearl harbor so he had the rental during the day which forced us to explore on foot as well, it was perfect really. parking in downtown honolulu is nearly impossible my dad would just drive around the block if it was a quick stop, otherwise walk or uber! also i do NOT recommend jetskis on the north shore!! what a nightmare that was and im not afraid of much, yet i was pretty scared with waves that flippin big!

[@DennyandNikki]

Thanks for all the suggestions! Never did jet skis on North Shore. It sounds very sketchy!

[@bynishan]

you guys are awesome! so helpful! Thank you so much!

[@kelar.2040]

Nikki and Denny, thank you for all the awesome content I really enjoy you both. I'm a Cali girl, so I'm glad you made it out his way. I'm planing to visit Oahu in OCT for my birthday, I've been taking notes from your videos. Can you recommend any must do tours in Oahu? Let me know. Thanks!

[@DennyandNikki]

Thanks for watching Kela! We haven't done any must-do tours, so we can't recommend any. However, we do think it's important to get a car and just stop all over the island. You won't regret that :)! Aloha! :)

[@kelar.2040]

@@DennyandNikki Thanks again. I think I will skip the tours and try driving around to some of the places on our own.

[@angelichellspawnyang2722]

Going in june

[@megumimetal5309]

One thing you missed in your map of the Islands in the beginning of the video is Kaho‘olawe you forgot to label Kaho‘olawe . The island is a sacred place it is not inhabited due to the US military using it for target practice for bombs for several decades. They broke the water table on the island from the bombings. Even though nobody lives on the island it should still be labeled.

[@mersase1]

Love Oahu 🌺🌴 live there in 2002

[@FOODIYDELIGHT]

interesting facts

[@b.a.5985]

Such a great video! Very informative, I will defo come back to this video when planning my trip, thank you a lot

[@DennyandNikki]

Your welcome! Enjoy planning your trip 🤙

[@uwegrauert7680]

We love this place too😜 see you on our Chanel. Best wishes and hope that we can travel again😊

[@tasostsipos2041]

I am taso from Greece hello . your video is amazing !!!

[@DennyandNikki]

Hello!! And thank you :)

[@ssenluong17]

Can I just say all the Hawaii locals in the comments are so respectful and kind and nice. I have never seen such a kind positive comment section. My questions is how long is the traffic typically? So i can be mindful of when to leave our hotel to our actives all around the island in Honolulu

[@DennyandNikki]

I'd say 6 to 8 AM going into Honolulu and 3-5 PM going out of the city in the afternoon. Avoid those times if possible.

[@nathaliejewels8796]

Ok help me out here...if i get there thursday night what do u suggest i do fri, sat, sun n Monday if im leaving tues

[@DennyandNikki]

We are coming out with some itineraries on our blog soon. Generally for four full days, I would use two of those days to relax in Waikiki, visit the south shore on a day for Koko Crater and Hanauma Bay, visit either the windward coast (scenery) or North Shore (surfing) on the final day. Hope that helps.

[@Jurko717]

Hello :) amazing video!! Can I ask where are shots in 5:46 and 6:47 from?

[@DennyandNikki]

Thanks! 5:46 is from Diamond Head and 6:47 is a part of Lulumahu Falls trail.

[@Jurko717]

@@DennyandNikki many thanks 😊

[@alohatvn]

Awesome video 📹.

[@casually.christina9008]

Thank you for a wonderful video! I love Nikki’s backpack. Do you mind sharing where you got it?

[@DennyandNikki]

Of course! It’s from ‘american leather company’.

[@casually.christina9008]

Thank you! 😊

[@cindyvu5741]

Aloha Denny and Nikki! Thanks so much for all the informative videos and great footage. I can't wait to go in October. I wanted to ask, do you have any recommendations for restaurants with a beautiful sunset view? :)

[@DennyandNikki]

Aloha Cindy! Thanks for the kind words :) Waikiki has Dukes and some other famous restaurants that you should book beforehand to get a sunset view. The beach house by 604 in Pokai Bay is a nice place on the West side. The food alright, but I'd still recommend it. Finally, Haleiwa Joe's in Kaneohe is also a great place to go for sunset. You won't see the sunset over the water. Instead, it will go down behind the mountains. Hope this helps :)

[@Formula_47]

Great video! Any chance you could tell me what brand the tan backpack Denny is wearing? Thank you

[@DennyandNikki]

Thanks! It's the REI band day pack (18 liters)

[@Formula_47]

@@DennyandNikki thank you!

[@miatanada]

Hi Denny and Nikki! Can you recommend any boat rentals? Thank you!

[@DennyandNikki]

Hi! 🤙 We have not rented any boat tours on Oahu, only kayaks. We could give you a couple of websites if that would be helpful? But nothing from our own personal experience unfortunately!

[@sharonbourne5578]

Nikki- I have a trip to Oahu this fall and am coming from Florida. Since you moved from here, can you give me some tips on what will help me with jet lag? Love your videos, very informative and entertaining. Thanks for sharing your adventures!

[@DennyandNikki]

We tried to adjust when we wake up and when we go to bed before we moved. So the time difference wouldn’t be as bad. And we immediately live on Oahu time, no matter how sleepy we are :)

[@JohnDoe-xw6mg]

What do you think about renting vespas?

[@DennyandNikki]

That's a great way to see the island!

[@Cali_12024]

Nice info Im excited to go to hawaii in july! it would be my first time does driving around easy?

[@DennyandNikki]

Yes, driving is easy and laid back.

[@crissyqualls8277]

Pleeeeeease tell me what kind of cake or mile high pie is that you're eating at :44 Thank you :-)

[@DennyandNikki]

Its a pineapple cake we ate in Waikiki, at Tommy Bahama’s. It is deeeelicious!!!!

[@crissyqualls8277]

@@DennyandNikki Thank you thank you thank you! Im on my way!!! Well after I get my plane ticket...LOL!!!

[@ruthmuluneh5188]

Great video! I've been binging your videos hour or so. What do you think of using a moped as the main source of transportation?

[@DennyandNikki]

We think that would be a great way of transportation. We see lots of mopeds here on Oahu. But you should avoid the main high ways, that go over the Ko’olau mountains. So it would take you longer if you want to get to the other part of the island :)

[@takemethere4934]

be n Hawaii this Sept 3wks holiday gona climb the stairway to heaven 1wk n a hostel & 2wks living in a tent near the beach I'm a Savivor been though alot n Life & If your a Savivor You can savivie anything n this world God bless & stay safe ☝️ For the Joy of the Lord is my Strength 💪💪 & fantastic Video thank U👏👏👏

[@TheCrimsonNomad]

What trail is that used in the intro?

[@hothotheat3000]

BE RESPECTFUL and know that those neighborhoods you’re running around in are NEIGHBORHOODS where people live.

[@obijuankenobi420]

Yup....same to you when you guys come visit California

[@nourishedheiress]

@@obijuankenobi420 agreed.

[@wowmyelectric]

Great video as always. Since rental cars are expensive right now and even Uber seems expensive. Do you know if you can drive scooters along main roads or highways. For example, do you think one could scooter from Waikiki to Lanikai?

[@DennyandNikki]

We haven't rode mopeds here but it's definitely possible to go from Waikiki to Lanikai. We see them all around the island. I would just ride around the southeastern coast and stay away from the main highways. It will take a bit more time but a great way to see parts of the island.

[@cpaaaa390]

Your video was so good. Thank you. My husband and kids want to visit the island and your video so far is my favorite🙂. I will check the other videos🌺🌻. 🙏🏻

[@DennyandNikki]

So glad you liked it! 😁 enjoy planning your trip

[@tylernaukatsik6544]

Might go there in April for the first time and want to go explore I'm scared I might get lost 😅

[@DennyandNikki]

Sounds amazing! The island is very easy to navigate with a car! Good luck 👍🏽

[@abelalmonte8754]

where in the island is those shallow waters that you were on at the end????

[@DennyandNikki]

That's the Kaneohe Sandbar.

[@abelalmonte8754]

@@DennyandNikki Thank u for info...going this summer for daughter 21st bday gift!!!

[@MaresaEngo]

Home for me is presently the Philippines and beautiful and tropical Hawaii would be like home away from home.

[@normandea]

Nice tour, but how is the USS Arizona Memorial infamous?

[@DennyandNikki]

Thanks! FDR called it a date which will live in infamy. I’m a bit of a history buff. - Denny

[@samfar5489]

Where would i park in waikiki if all the hotels are there 🥺

[@gotdraco]

Is 1 week enough in Hawaii

[@DennyandNikki]

Definitely, one week is enough.

[@gotdraco]

@@DennyandNikki how long did you guys stay?

[@aaronflores999]

If you want to go visit with as few inconveniences as possible, rent an airbnb and stay away from tourist areas it will save you a lot of headaches

[@joneilgutierrez8756]

Im moving to Oahu, Hawaii from orlando with my girlfriend id love to get some advice from you guys if you get a chance!! please

[@DennyandNikki]

Of course! You can always send us an email with your questions :)

[@peggyannparkes1863]

I am so amazed and dissapointed that you neglected to mention the Polynesian Cultural Center on the north shore! In my opinion it is one of the top 5 attractions on the island. Our trip to Oahu definitely wouldn't have been the same without our visit there. Maybe you can amend this video to include it.

[@barbie6695]

I thought the North Shore was most known for 🏄 surfing.

[@precioushanawahine-hines9920]

Ayeeee hiii kumu Rob -precious

[@DennyandNikki]

Aloha Precious 🤙

[@funkedafied143]

Great video!! One note - It is pronounced Hale-iVa, with a V, not halewahh.

[@DennyandNikki]

Thanks for the correction! :)

[@lonelypigeon7562]

Pick up after yourself (trash...do not litter). And if curious about hiking....ask a police officer or go to the nearest fire station....they will NOT LIE to you!

[@katie-vl4lp]

2:23 6:20 7:04 10:52

[@blanquirodriguez9066]

Where is the best place to rent a car ? I’m going with my 10 years old daughter and I left the rent a car for last. 😭😭

[@kencmail]

If you book early enough, you can get a great rate on costco travel. For travel in november, I'm getting rates $600 cheaper there than I do elsewhere!

[@Hsimpliciano]

i live here

[@Douglas-1994]

I’m coming to Hawaii take pictures and leave only footprints and Please respect the land that you are on.

[@paulcasali]

Have you ever heard of Pearl Harbor?

[@Sandy-zu8jp]

what a beautiful lady!

[@barbie6695]

By plane isnt the only way to get here.

[@octopigirl7]

It is IN Hawaii; ON Oahu. Just so you know.