Ever since the Saved by the Bell kids went to Hawaii, it’s been one of my bucket list destinations. Check out these tips from my pal Fiona on how to get there without completely destroying your bank account – and check out Hipmunk for your next trip too. Personally, I love how their flight search engine can sort by “agony” – which is a combination of price, how long the flight is and number of stops. Considering how far it is from New Jersey to Honolulu, the agony factor is definitely something I’d want to consider!
Explore Honolulu on a Budget | brokeGIRLrich
Honolulu is known for its beautiful beaches and scenic cliffs. You can spend the day walking along the sandy shores or swimming in the ocean and not have to spend a dime. This area offers fun for children and adults alike. If you want to visit this amazing place, you should figure out your budget beforehand to make sure that you do not overspend. It is easy to explore this part of the world without having to spend a fortune. You may be interested in reading something like the Hipmunk’s Guide to Honolulu. A travel guide can give you helpful hints about what to do on a trip to save money and have a wonderful time.
Places to Stay
If you are on a tight budget, you may want to find out what Airbnb’s are available in the area. You can enjoy sharing a room or renting out an entire home if you are traveling with a group. You can also enjoy staying in one of the many lovely beachfront hotels or stay a short distance away from the beach in a cheaper hotel room. There are many options in Honolulu, so you should compare different hotel rooms to see which one offers the best rates and the best amenities to meet your needs. You may also be interested in staying in a hostel. You can enjoy complimentary Internet from hostels and hotels rooms. You should find out ahead of time if you are going to have access to a kitchenette. You can end up saving a lot of money cooking in your room, or you may prefer dining out.
Exploring on a Budget
You can swim, snorkel, or jog on any of the beaches in Honolulu for free. You can also enjoy visiting Honolulu’s waterfront park. If you enjoy shopping, you should be sure to budget in money for some unique souvenirs. There are also many good places to eat in Honolulu and also plenty of food trucks selling quick and delicious meals. You should be sure to plan for shopping and dining in your Honolulu budget along with setting aside money for other forms of entertainment. You may also want to go exploring historical buildings or look for art galleries and museums in this area.
Transportation
Bike riding is one of the most popular ways to travel around Honolulu. You can also ride the bus or rent a car to get to your destination. If you are planning on doing a lot of sightseeing, you will want to plan a traveling budget to make sure that you are able to go everywhere that you want to in this area. You can choose to stay near popular attractions in the city and walk from place to place as well.
Honolulu is a fun and popular place to visit. You can enjoy all of the beauty this area offers any time of the year when you visit. If you want to save money on your trip, avoid the busy summer months of the year. You can choose to stay in many nice boutique hotels in this area or look for a more affordable room. Honolulu has a lot to offer for travelers on any budget.
Hiking in Honolulu
This post was provided by Fiona Moriarty of Hipmunk, a travel website that helps you to locate the best deals on transportation, accommodations, and more.
Hawaii is on our bucket list. Thanks for the tips.
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I remember when Mr. Money Mustache visited Hawaii. He said cars shouldn’t even be allowed on the islands. Seems like he has a point. Everyone would live a better life if they just biked!
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Hah, I am not surprised that was MMM’s opinion.
I have been to Hawaii a for a couple of times and I get why so many people love it there. That picture of the rainbow reminded me of all the perfect rainbows that you see there often. My only problem is I hate driving there, for if you don’t really know where you’re going regardless of the signs and GPS, plan on being lost.
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Ha the agony factor sounds interesting and like a great idea!
I’ve never been to Honolulu, but I have gone to Kauai and I loved it.
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I like the idea of going during the fall or spring as to avoid the high summer expenses. Off peak travel is great. Thanks for the tips and keep them coming.
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Hawaii is so gorgeous. I’ll be visiting next year, so I’ll keep these tips in mind 🙂
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Thanks for the great tips. Hawaii has never been on the top of my list because I’m not a huge beach person, but I know I’ll get there eventually. Sounds like there’s a lot more to see and do than the beach!
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I have been to Honolulu once back when I was just 21. My wife and I are going back May 2016 and looking forward to it. Funny, back when we went at age 21 we left with our flights and rooms prepaid and only had $350 in our pocket and a credit card with a $600 credit limit for an emergency and never used it. We did everything free and thrifty possible just so we could eat but had the time of our lives. This time I could go with a lot a money but will try again to do things smart-frugal and hopefully still have the time of our lives. I will be taking more than $350 this time. The first trip was in 1979 and even back then that was not enough money to eat 2 or 3 meals a day on for a week if you didn’t get off-tourist and find where some of the locals go. We sat through timeshare presentations to get free rental cars and some other things. We learned that the public humiliation they laid on us for not buying was short as we were hustled out of the room but the fun we had with their free offered stuff was priceless.
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Haha, that’s awesome! Way to use those crazy timeshare presentations to your advantage!