Overview & Selling Points Flashcards

1
Q

Which of the following is a popular culinary specialty in Hawaii at a luau?

A

poi

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2
Q

The native Hawaiian language _____________.

A

was in danger of dying out, but it is enjoying a rebirth.

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3
Q

Americans departing Hawaii for the U.S. mainland might be required to do what?

A

Have their bags checked for plants and fruits.

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4
Q

What are some of Hawaii’s nicknames?

A

the Aloha State, the 50th dust, the Island State

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5
Q

Asians comprise what percent of Hawaii’s total population?

A

37%

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6
Q

How many major islands make up Hawaii?

A

8

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7
Q

On which Hawaiian Island(s) is (are) condominiums especially plentiful?

A

Kauai and Maui

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8
Q

What does the directional term mauka mean?

A

towards the mountain

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9
Q

How was Hawaii created?

A

by volcanoes from under the ocean

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10
Q

When is whale-watching season in Hawaii?

A

December through March

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11
Q

What are agricultural items Hawaii is known for?

A

macadamia nuts, pineapples, coffee

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12
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How many of the Hawaiian Islands are accessible to visitors, and therefore of importance to tourism?

A

6

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13
Q

Hawaii is the _______ state of the United States.

A

southernmost

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14
Q

The Big Island of Hawaii has more _______ than any other comparably sized land mass on earth.

A

microclimates

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15
Q

When is the busiest overall season for travelers from the U.S. mainland to Hawaii?

A

cold winters, summer months and holidays

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16
Q

On which Hawaiian Island is public transportation not a viable alternative to car rental?

A

Molokai

17
Q

Which is true about car rental in Hawaii?

A
  1. It is very expensive
  2. It is the best option for getting around most areas
  3. Drivers must be at least 25 years of age.
18
Q

Name the 3 inter island airlines

A

Go!Mokulele, Hawaiian Airlines, Island Air

19
Q

Hawaiian interisland flying time averages ___________.

A

20 to 50 minutes

20
Q

Visitors can expect a _____ percent transient tax on accommodations?

A

6%

21
Q

Which Hawaiian Island does not have direct service from the United States mainland??

A

Lanai

22
Q

About how many hours do nonstop flights from the West Coast of the United States mainland to Honolulu, Hawaii, take?

A

5 hours