Ever wonder why your Hawaii dollars disappear into big chains instead of the hands that actually shape the islands?

Supporting local businesses in Hawaii matters, but most visitors stick to resorts and miss the family-run spots that keep communities thriving.

👉 Hit play now to hear 9 local business owners share their stories and learn exactly how to support Hawaii's heart, whether you're visiting next week or shopping from home.

👉In this episode, you will:

• Hear directly from local owners about what responsible tourism actually looks like and why small businesses matter
• Discover where to shop, eat, and explore to keep your money in the community (from shave ice to ukuleles to home decor)
• Learn how to support these businesses online, even if you're not planning a trip anytime soon

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Scroll up ⬆️ and hit play now to discover the local businesses that make Hawaii feel like Hawaii and how you can support them this season.

🤙Businesses mentioned:

• 1:47 Tutu's Pantry - Episode
• 5:39 Lexbreezy - Episode
• 9:19 Patrick Parker - Episode
• 12:23 Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice - Episode
• 17:03 The Sunrise Shack - Episode
• 21:46 Margaritas - Episode
• 24:45 NoHo Home - Episode
• 29:57 Little Bird Photography - Episode
• 32:15 Kamaka Ukulele - Episode

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This Hawaii travel podcast is for travelers looking to plan a trip to Hawaii. Discover travel tips, itineraries, and traveling tips & hacks with guides to help you explore Hawaii. Whether you’re planning a Hawaii vacation to the islands, dreaming of a Hawaiian getaway, or visiting Honolulu, Maui, Kauai, Oahu, or Big Island we’ll help you travel with aloha.

Edge of the Ocean, Stick Figure (w/ permission)
Ukulele and Chill, Coby G (w/ permission)
Talk Story, Hawaiian Style Band (w/ permission)