Author's Note
Note on Friends Hawaii

Best of the Best in Hawaii
All About Hawaiian Sports
The allure of camping in Hawaii
Hawaii trekking course
Hawaii's Best Drive Courses
Hawaii's representative food
Hawaiian restaurant keywords
2025 Hawaii It Trends
Romantic Hawaiian Getaway
Best Beaches in Hawaii
Hawaii Festival, the Island of Festivals

● Planning a trip to Hawaii
Introducing Hawaii
Hawaii is just like this!
Recommended Hawaii Travel Plans
All About Honolulu International Airport
From Honolulu International Airport to Waikiki
From Kahului International Airport on Maui Island to the resort
From Big Island Kona/Hilo International Airport to the resort
From Kauai Island's Lihue International Airport to the resort

● Oahu Island, a Pacific paradise where the spirit of Aloha lives
Basic information about Oahu Island
11 BEST Things to Do in Oahu
Oahu Island Shopping Items
My own travel course
How to Enjoy Oahu
Oahu Public Transportation A to Z

Waikiki
Ala Moana
Downtown
Kahala~Kaimuki
Manoa~Makiki
Hawaii Kai
Kailua~Kane'ohe
North Shore
Rewards
Pearl Harbor

Lodging on Oahu Island
A helpful travel guide to know before leaving for the neighboring islands

Big Island, a place full of mysterious adventures presented by nature
Big Island Basic Information
Top 5 Must-Dos on the Big Island
Big Island Original Items
My own travel course
Big Island Public Transportation A to Z

Waimea~Hamakua Coast
Kohala Coast~North Kohala
Waikoloa
Kailua-Kona
Kona Coast
South Kona
Cow
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Puna~Pahoa
Hilo
Mauna Kea

Lodging on the Big Island

Maui, a travel destination that takes you to the next level
A must-see attraction in Maui
Free travelers, head here!
Upgrade Maui
Maui restaurants that satisfy all five senses and offer great value
Famous Malls vs. Local Shops: Shop to Your Taste
Choose a Maui hotel based on your taste and budget.

Kauai, a backpacker's paradise
Kauai Road Map for a 2-Day, 1-Night Trip

● Lanai, the Hawaii that only I know
6 Must-Experience Things to Do in Lanai

● Hawaiian travel tips
Hawaii Travel Q&A
Documents to prepare before traveling
Book Flights & Accommodations
Become a master of currency exchange and credit card use.
All About Travel Insurance
Duty-free shopping
Packing before departure
Incheon International Airport Guide
The Key to Your Hawaii Trip: Renting a Car
SOS! How to Respond to Incidents and Accidents
A word of English needed in an emergency
Greetings in Hawaiian

Index

● TRAVEL PLUS
Major tourist attractions categorized by trolley line
How to use the bus via the Internet
A private one-day tour that's trending in Waikiki these days
A Waikiki supermarket with everything you need! Complete ABC Store conquest
Ward Village
Ala Moana Center, Oahu's flagship shopping center
Polynesian Cultural Center
Dole Plantation
Oahu's representative old town, Haleiwa
Pearl Harbor's exhibition halls
Big Island: A Farm Tour You Won't Want to Miss
Honokaa, the setting of the movie "Hawaiian Recipe"
Hikiau Heiau, a historic site on the Big Island
Coffee Tour in South Kona
Complete Guide to Reserving Hawaiian Hotels

1.
A comprehensive guidebook covering all of Hawaii's major islands, including Oahu, the Big Island, Maui, Kauai, and Lanai, as well as information on neighboring islands.

〈Friends Hawaii〉 introduces the five major islands geographically, allowing travelers to better understand the region and find their desired destination.
We've compiled travel information for five islands, from Oahu and the Big Island, which are the most visited by travelers, to smaller islands like Maui, Kauai, and Lanai, which are also great to visit.
In addition, considering the unique charm of each island in Hawaii, we are introducing recommended travel courses, travel tips, public transportation, shopping items, and accommodations that you should know for each island.
By town, we introduce spots in the order of things to see, beaches, things to do, restaurants, and shopping, so you can enjoy every corner of Hawaii.

2.
From hot attractions to delicious restaurants, the latest Hawaii travel information for 2025.

All information in “Friends Hawaii” is based on the latest travel information on Hawaii collected by a Hawaiian writer living in Hawaii until July 2025.
You can plan your trip more easily by referring to the latest information, such as address, contact information, operating hours, and fees, provided for each spot.
In particular, this revised edition includes the latest spots in Hawaii, such as popular attractions, activities, restaurants & pubs, and noteworthy hotels for each major island, as well as the 2025 Hawaii It trends, such as recently opened shops and activities.
Want to know the latest Hawaiian travel trends? "Friends Hawaii" is the answer.

3.
Full of information on various activities to fully enjoy Hawaii

This book introduces Hawaii's iconic beaches separately.
It provides customized information to help you find a beach that suits your taste by listing the special features of each beach.
We also introduce water activities that are great to enjoy at the beach, such as surfing, snorkeling, sunset cruises, and whale watching, so you can fully enjoy the Hawaiian beaches.
In addition, we have included information on various activities that will make your trip to Hawaii more colorful and dynamic, such as skydiving, non-motorized gliders, luau shows, ranch tours, volcano tours, and helicopter tours.
Explore the sky, sea, and mountains while taking in the beautiful scenery of Hawaii with a variety of activities at Friends Hawaii.

4.
Various travel themes and courses suggested considering Korean travel styles.

We introduce the best courses that reflect the most preferred schedules and courses of travelers visiting Hawaii.
We offer recommended courses tailored to your schedule and preferences, including honeymooners, family travelers, office workers with short vacations, water sports enthusiasts like surfing and snorkeling, and outlet shopping enthusiasts.
In particular, a course to visit Oahu and neighboring islands based on the entire Hawaii is introduced at the beginning of the book, and detailed travel courses for each island are recommended by theme through 'My Travel Course' by going into each island.
Let's complete our perfect Hawaii travel itinerary by referring to the courses introduced by the author according to our taste.

5.
Introduction to useful city transportation and rental car usage by region

We've introduced various transportation options and provided directions to each spot so that even first-time travelers to Hawaii can easily find their destinations.
We've covered flights to Hawaii in detail, as well as how to get from the airport to major tourist attractions, and useful local transportation options like trolleys, buses, and taxis.
Additionally, given the popularity of car travel in Hawaii, information on using rental cars was provided separately.
We provide all the information that rental car travelers would want to know, from how to rent a car to the best driving routes, things to watch out for when driving in the city, parking information for each spot, how to refuel, and how to deal with traffic accidents.
Many travelers are vaguely afraid of driving simply because they are abroad, but with Friends Hawaii, they can challenge themselves to a safe and enjoyable road trip.