What if the rules changed and nobody told you before you booked your Hawaii trip?

Hawaii's still paradise, but how you visit in 2026 looks different, and missing these updates could cost you time, money, and access to the places you came to see.

👉 Hit play now to get the full breakdown of every 2026 change that'll actually affect your trip, so you can avoid surprises and plan smarter.

If you've ever wondered how to navigate Hawaii's new visitor rules without the guesswork, this episode is for you.

You'll learn what's changed with costs, reservations, vacation rentals, and airlines, plus what to do right now to protect your plans.

In this episode of Hawaii's Best, we walk through the 2026 Hawaii travel changes every visitor needs to know so you can plan confidently and enjoy your trip without unexpected roadblocks.

👉 In this episode, you will:

• Understand the new lodging taxes that'll add hundreds to your hotel bill and how to budget accurately
• Discover which state parks now require advance reservations or entry fees before you arrive
• Learn how to spot legal vacation rentals and navigate the Alaska-Hawaiian merger changes

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Scroll up ⬆️ and hit play now to get every 2026 Hawaii travel update you need before you book.

🤙Resources mentioned:

• 1-on-1 Hawaii Travel Consultation
• Maui's Housing Bill 9
• How to Tell If Your Rental in Hawaii is Illegal
• How to Save Money in Hawaii
• Free Things to Do on Oahu for Families

🤓Chapters:

• 1:39 Rising Costs: New Taxes and Fees
• 3:19 Reservation Systems: Plan Ahead
• 4:54 Vacation Rentals: New Regulations
• 6:40 Airline Changes: Mergers and New Policies
• 8:43 Maui Recovery and Volcano Updates
• 10:16 Recap and Final Tips

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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.

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