30+ Unusual And Fascinating Facts About Hawaii You May Not Have Known

Nicknamed the “Aloha State,” Hawaii is known for its stunning white beaches and phenomenal landscape. Sitting at the Pacific Ocean center, it comprises only eight central islands. Although Hawaii has a small population, these facts will give you some insights into the state’s traditions and other peculiar facts that make the Aloha State unlike any other. 

The companionship between the United Kingdom and Hawaii is alluded to by the example of the Union Jack. And, the striped example points to the connection between the U.S. and Hawaii. 

Whether you don the blossom over your left or right ear makes a huge difference. If a woman is “accessible,” she wears a flower over the correct ear. If she’s taken, she wears the flower over the left ear. 

Effective in 2021, Hawaii enforced a law that banned most sunscreens that weren’t reef-safe. Reef-safe sunscreens have become very popular and integral to saving coral reefs. Tourists probably smuggled in sunscreen with them – if they weren’t caught!

They want tourists to arrive properly educated before stepping onto the majestic island. Respect is one of the biggest things that tourists often neglect. Many Native Hawaiians have also expressed how harmful tourism actually is.

In fact, a few years ago, there was a severe outbreak of a brain-eating parasitic Rat Lungworm disease carried by Coqui frogs and centipedes, among others. Currently, the disease is confined to the tropics and subtropics.

A mele is what the dance usually begins with, and it’s a serenade to introduce the story which is a man’s role. But, also, women at that point dominate and communicate the rest of the tale, which is paired with thoughtful developments (and sometimes more than that). 

The islands don’t quite look the same as how they are shown in movies, but there is still an abundance of locations that are worthy of posting on your Instagram. Hawaii certainly does have cities, businesses, and roads that are very much like any other city. Just remember that people do live in the place that you may be eyeing for your next destination. 

In 2006, the fish was certifiedly named the official state fish of Hawaii 2006 because there was no effort for re-election. The fish is often make fun of the fact that its name is longer than its body, which is 10 inches long. The name “triggerfish” signifies “triggerfish with a pig’s snout.” 

The Brahminy Blind Snake, however, is a non-native animal to Hawaii. It’s regarded as the flowerpot snake of the Big Island. It entered the country in the last decade from being hidden in the soil of potted plants shipped in from the Middle East, resembling a worm with an average length of 2.5-6.5 inches. It’s not considered a snake to Hawaiians since it’s not safe or nasty.

Voyage travelers aren’t even allowed to bet on Hawaiian waters. The locals of Hawaii are transfixed with betting since they are forbidden from doing it in their home state, which is why Hawaiians flock to Las Vegas for a fun vacation. 

Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa are the two gigantic volcanoes that split the island in two. Both the east and west sides, interestingly enough, are host to varying climates. Moored by Kona’s city, the massive mountains keep the island’s west side hot and dry. The east side is where you will find Hilo’s town, which is populated with waterways and cascades. 

In fact, Hawaii isn’t the only state that doesn’t allow unpermitted lemonade stands. Some have even faced punishments for violating this law.

The achingly hot and humid temperatures all year round allow life to thrive on the Big Island, but not always for the better. Unfortunately, all of the bird populations native to Hawaii are in danger of becoming threatened, causing 70% of the native wildlife species to be put at risk of becoming endangered. 

This feature, however, isn’t new and dates back to the 1980s. It was implemented primarily to cut costs. Also, Hawaii is the only place in the U.S. that produces these kinds of soda cans!

Supermarkets all over Hawaii aren’t allowed to disperse plastic sacks since 2015. The only things used are reusable, compostable backpacks and recyclable paper sacks, but clinical and sterile containers are the exceptions. 

In the past, leis were a representation of status. It’s considered rude when you are in Hawaii to take off the lei if another person offers it to you. And, it’s also disrespectful to take it off or wear it in the incorrect way. Leis are meant to be worn hung over the shoulders, dangling from both sides. 

Periodically, different islands are succumbed to the vog. Substantial vog can be potentially hazardous to people with asthma or respiratory issues, but it isn’t that risky. Maui’s voggy skies create gorgeous dusks and moonrises, making the sun and moon look colossal and brightly orange. 

The gigantic Haleakala formatively shaped 75% of Maui. It is inactive, but not completely dead – the volcano’s last explosion approximately took place in the early 1800s. 

It’s perfectly fine to refer to things as “Hawaiian,” especially if they directly relate to the native culture and individuals of the Big Island. Those who are non-Hawaiian identify as “local people” or “offspring of the land” (also known as “kamaaina”).   

There have even been debates about how Hawaii’s culture shouldn’t be a costume or used for dressing up purposes and throwing parties. It could be deemed as offensively mocking Hawaiian culture and tradition.

In order to finish the order, you need to have it addressed and stamped. It can be sent to any mail center in Hawaii with the only indication being the weight. We think this is way better than a plain old postcard! Don’t you?

When the Pacific Plate disregarded an “area of interest,” Kauai was created. There are two exceptions, however, that are Garden Isle structures. One of them is the Kauai Marriott Resort prior to the bar being set up, and the famous Princeville Resort.

Volcanic rocks are usually taken from the Kilauea fountain of liquid magma by inconsiderate sightseer, which, in Hawaiian culture, is perceived as rude. Funnily enough, the Hawaii National Park officers receive many of these rocks back because they were perceived as misfortune from the goddess of fire, dance, lightning, volcanoes, and brutality named Pele. 

For young and adventurous people, Oahu is the best island to visit. There are endless activities that anybody from surfers to history buffs to nature lovers will enjoy.

The life expectancy rate in Hawaii is higher than some other of the U.S. states, ranging at 81.3 years. Hawaii offers an excellent quality of life, which probably has a big impact on why people live so much longer than others. 

Kane was the god of the sky and creation and Ku was the god of war and male pursuits. On the other hand, Lono was the god of peace, rain, and fertility, and Kanaloa was the god of the ocean.

Fortunately, you can see the breathtaking visuals on the islands’ coastlines, minus any Vegas-style, brightly lit billboards that may serve as a distraction. Scenic states such as Alaska, Vermont, and Maine, have also adopted this method, which is fitting since all of them together are some of the most scenic states in the U.S.

So, if you’re visiting and they greet you with an embrace instead of a handshake, you shouldn’t be surprised! Obviously, with the pandemic, this has likely changed and people have had to alter the way they embrace others. 

The reason you won’t see any horizon on Kauai’s island is because of this ban. The modern port of Lihue is the one area that can even be considered somewhat of a city. Kauai is also the city with the least amount of people on its island, so the towns are all pretty small. 

So, Hawaii has joined the province of Arizona in not using Daylight Savings Time. This means that Hawaii and Arizona change their time zones, while the rest of the U.S. changes their clocks. American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, and Puerto Rico also don’t utilize Daylight Savings Time.

In the mid-1800s, King Kamehameha was the ruler who joined the islands. Paiea Kamehameha’s introduction and conventional prediction of a male’s birth were accepted by Hawaiians.

A modest group of individuals lives on a portion of the island, where not even a stop sign exists. If this appeals to the adventurer within you, then you will be invited warmly onto the island with a big “Aloha.” You may even come to appreciate the massive change of pace! 

They created the tradition of surfing on boards, and there is also finite proof that Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) started in Hawaii. However, Maui is being revived more recently by the big wave surfers of the island. 

In 1820, coffee first arrived in Hawaii and has since become one of the only U.S. states where it is a massive commercial success. Hawaii’s volcanic soils and tropical microclimates make it the perfect place to grow specialty coffee such as Kona.

A yellow color and llima flower represents Oahu. The Big Island of Hawaii is characterized by a red color and the lehua ohia flower. A purple color and makhana (green berry) represents Kauai. Niihau is represented by a white color and pupu shell, and, lastly, Molokai is represented by a green color and white kukui blossom. 

It was supplanted in 1882 by an American Florentine-style castle for Hawaii’s final two rulers: King Kalakaua, and his sister/replacement Queen Liliuokalani. Visitors can go to the Iolani Royal Palace to see all of its splendor for themselves.