Every time you move to a new place, a new set of behaviors to learn. Whether the next town or across the world, each community has its own definitions of what is an acceptable and pleasant to do things. As a native of New York, my move to Hawaii was a very open eyes. I learned a lot in the five years I've lived here, and keep learning more every day. These tips can apply to anyone moving to Hawaii, or simply enjoy a vacation in the Aloha State. Hawaii was the last state added to the U.S. in 1959. Although part of the U.S. in many ways that you never know. I say this because of the many guarded cultural practices and ways of life practiced by their inhabitants. Hawaii is a very ethnically sensitive to live, and to mix and not make a serious social faux pas, I made a list of things to consider when moving to Hawaii or vacationing in Hawaii. I've compiled a list of tips to acclimate to life in Hawaii or for those who are on vacation in Hawaii. 1. The rest of the U.S. (excluding Alaska) refers to mainland China. 2. Thousands of people travel to Hawaii annually for many different reasons. First, the island of Oahu has military bases of the four branches of the armed forces, so there is a constant influx and exit of men and women in service. Second, Hawaii is often seen as the perfect place to live and work, and many adventurous souls travel to the islands a temporary respite from mainland life. Thirdly, Hawaii is a beautiful place to retire to ... if you can afford. 3. A word commonly used to define foreigners (those not native to Hawaii, whether Hawaiian or not) is haole - how to pronounce-lee. If you're vacationing in the islands or relocate it, you may be referred to by locals as haole. Historically, this word is used to label visitors to the island of Hawaii, but today it has acquired a very different connotation. Haole is one of those words can mean different things depending on how it is delivered, what tone of voice is used and under what circumstances. Sometimes, a foreigner can be called a haole as an informal term generally not intended to offend, but used in a friendly joke. Other times, it is used as a malicious insult delivered by a local person. Fortunately for people of Asian descent, are mixed more quickly than Caucasians do, so it can not be faced with the same discrimination. Which brings me to my next point ... 4. Not all locals are happy to see people moving to your island. When I use the word "local" does not necessarily mean that the Hawaiians. Many families of other ethnic groups have been living in Hawaii for generations and consider themselves local, but not of Hawaiian ancestry. It is safe to say that are protective of their lifestyle. It is also safe to say that these people do not appreciate the influx of people to the islands every year and have a rather bitter and unpleasant to those who have moved to Hawaii. Overcrowding is a problem in some of the islands, so do not expect entertainment from around the world who already live here. Hawaii contains the racism and prejudice as well as other states, is no different in this regard. Besides that there are certain places in the islands are not exactly "haole-friendly", where people of the Caucasus could be avoided. If you are lucky you will not find with people racist, but do not be surprised if a month ago. 5. Many people harbor the misconception that Hawaii is a populated place in Hawaii. However, research shows that there are only about 8,000 pure real (ie 100%) from Hawaii to the left on Earth. A small population of people, for starters, the bloodline has been diluted from the first foreigners to set foot on the island in 1778, led by Captain James Cook. Today, still find Hawaiians in Hawaii, but its ethnic mix to be. On the islands of Hawaii, you will find a lot of races and nationalities. Surprisingly, the state of Hawaii has the highest percentage in the country of the Asian (Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese) to 41%. You will also find Filipino, Samoan, Tonga, African-Americans, Europeans, Caucasians and Latinos. Hawaii is a melting pot of cultures. 6. Speaking of locals, you may notice that some people speak differently to people living on the continent. Each region has its own dialect that is used. A combination of colloquial slang words, tone and accent. This is known by linguists as a pidgin language. Hawaii has adopted this term, Pidgin, to refer to local ways of speaking. Historically, this pidgin was developed and used by migrant workers in the sugar plantations as a way to communicate with each other so that the "moons" or those responsible could not understand. It has evolved over the generations in their own mix of slang and accent. It takes some getting used to, but once the hang of it, it is easy to understand. However, this does not mean you should try to imitate this style of expression. Coming from the mouth of someone who was not born and raised on this dialect, it sounds silly and can make the object of derision by the locals. 7. When visiting someone's house, it is not certain protocol to follow. You should always bring a hostess gift, like a bottle of wine or a contribution of food for lunch, but never offer money ... is rude. It is absolutely, positively, not acceptable to enter the house with shoes unless your host specifically says that's fine. Take your cue from the front door, if not the shoes off, remove yours before entering the house. 8. Speaking of shoes, sandals debris, or flip-flops as they are called on the continent, are known as slippers (or slippahs, to use part of the lingua franca that I mentioned!) In Hawaii. This should not be confused with the fuzzy bunny slippers can be worn around the house ... these are called slippers or house. 9. In addressing the different ethnicities of people living in Hawaii, it's better to play it safe and do not label them. For example, the Japanese are angry when they are known as Chinese or Korean. Hawaiians tend to get angry if you refer to them as anything less than Hawaii. The Filipinos do not appreciate being called Mexico ... you get the idea. It is an insult to their sense of ethnic pride and identity to be mislabeled, in order to avoid confrontation, it is best to stay away from ethnic labels if possible. Just remember to be respectful of other people's cultures. Also, do not be surprised if you ask, "What are you?", Or "What is your nats?" Upon arrival. This is not a question motivated by malice, but out of curiosity. Local people simply to gain a sense of who you are and where you came, and the identification of ethnicity is the way to begin this process. 10. Perhaps one of the most impactful things you will encounter when relocating or vacationing in Hawaii is the cost of everything on the island. Everything from the high cost of menu items in chain restaurants like McDonald's, clothing, toiletries and food grocery items. They expect the inflated rates that are used. It's hard not to have a heart attack the first time I went shopping in Hawaii. It was definitely a shock to consider spending $ 8 a box of cereal. 11. Besides all these needs expensive, the cost of housing is also inflated. Unfortunately Hawaii has one of the greatest median home price in the nation, and is currently a hot topic of contention among residents and legislators. You can also expect the rental market difficult to navigate, as the housing market is tight. Check sites like apartments.com, HonoluluAdvertiser.com Craigslist.com and he'll give you a good start in search of a place. 12. In search of a place to go out and socialize, Waikiki is a safe bet when you first arrive. There are plenty of restaurants, nightclubs, shops and bars in this area. From Waikiki is so saturated with tourists, believe it or not is a fairly safe area frequently during the night and early in the day, as always surrounded by people. However, as the night grows later, many of these people are in hiding at night in the hotels and the streets empty. This is the time for caution, so do not travel alone. So there you have it, a brief summary of some of the things to look forward to moving to Hawaii or vacationing in Hawaii. It takes some getting used to, but once you get the hang of things, is a beautiful place to live or visit.
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