Overview & Selling Points Flashcards
Which of the following is a popular culinary specialty in Hawaii at a luau?
poi
The native Hawaiian language _____________.
was in danger of dying out, but it is enjoying a rebirth.
Americans departing Hawaii for the U.S. mainland might be required to do what?
Have their bags checked for plants and fruits.
What are some of Hawaii’s nicknames?
the Aloha State, the 50th dust, the Island State
Asians comprise what percent of Hawaii’s total population?
37%
How many major islands make up Hawaii?
8
On which Hawaiian Island(s) is (are) condominiums especially plentiful?
Kauai and Maui
What does the directional term mauka mean?
towards the mountain
How was Hawaii created?
by volcanoes from under the ocean
When is whale-watching season in Hawaii?
December through March
What are agricultural items Hawaii is known for?
macadamia nuts, pineapples, coffee
How many of the Hawaiian Islands are accessible to visitors, and therefore of importance to tourism?
6
Hawaii is the _______ state of the United States.
southernmost
The Big Island of Hawaii has more _______ than any other comparably sized land mass on earth.
microclimates
When is the busiest overall season for travelers from the U.S. mainland to Hawaii?
cold winters, summer months and holidays
On which Hawaiian Island is public transportation not a viable alternative to car rental?
Molokai
Which is true about car rental in Hawaii?
- It is very expensive
- It is the best option for getting around most areas
- Drivers must be at least 25 years of age.
Name the 3 inter island airlines
Go!Mokulele, Hawaiian Airlines, Island Air
Hawaiian interisland flying time averages ___________.
20 to 50 minutes
Visitors can expect a _____ percent transient tax on accommodations?
6%
Which Hawaiian Island does not have direct service from the United States mainland??
Lanai
About how many hours do nonstop flights from the West Coast of the United States mainland to Honolulu, Hawaii, take?
5 hours
