@Jay Barns ok,.Clueless Hauole, learn to respect the Aina and it’s people. That’s why Many Locals are upset with tourist. You are just a visitor aka tourist, you don’t own our Aina. Brah, what state do you live in?, let me guess. You live in a State of Entitlement, my advice to you is no make trouble KEYBOARD [NOT a Real] WARRIOR. Wassamatta You, stupid or what.
Hawaiians are not American, if you’d like to learn more please contact me. I think it would be important to clarify that with your viewers and also good to learn for yourself.
@@Chuchelord Your comment concerning Hawaiians not being American may or may not be true, depending on one's birthplace or ancestry. If you are familiar with Keanu Sai, as an example, though he is a Hawaiian subject of the Hawaiian Kingdom, he can also claim to be American because of his ancestry. If a Hawaiian was born in the US, that is also a basis for being American. In my case, I have no ancestral tie to the US and was not born in its territory, so I, like many other Hawaiians, can rightfully disclaim being American. You may be familiar with the basis for what I have said here.
@Hello From Hawaii I am well aware of why you believe that " we are Americans," the question you might ask yourself is did the source(s) that informed and influenced my opinion of what Hawaii's lawful political status-and my own- is, give me comprehensive, truthful, accurate and verifiably correct information from an authoritative and objective source concerning the lawfulness of that status? What is the basis for the claim by the US that Hawaii is American soil? Did the US acquire the sovereignty, jurisdiction, territory, land titles and population of the Hawaiian Kingdom? If so, how, when, and by what means? Did annexation of Hawaii by the US occur? What is annexation? What happened in August of 1959, and does it have any lawful effect today? How well do I know and understand Hawaii's history? Whether you respond to this post or not, don't you think you owe it to yourself to carefully and critically consider and examine these questions, as one who, by every indication to me, appears to be o ka aina, even if you are not Hawaiian in terms of your nationality and ethnicity, and feels connected to this place and cherishes it as your home? Being knowledgeable enough to answer these questions would enable you to at least be informed enough to decide what, if any, position you might take, or just be informed enough to appreciate why many of your hoa aina-your fellow inhabitants of this land, claim that He Hawaii Au, A'ole Au Kanaka Amelika-I am Hawaiian, not American. Maybe you have already decided that you are American-which you may be, I don't know where you were born and what your ancestry is, but would like to understand the basis for others who were born here in Hawaii or who are of aboriginal Hawaiian ancestry disclaiming being American. Even as an American, wouldn't you like to know your country's history better, and whether America has respected the rule of law and lived up to its obligations and ideals in claiming Hawaii to be in its jurisdiction? Somethings that might be worth thinking about. Aloha ahui hou
Rule of thumb I alway follow when I am traveling - be respectful, always follow the rules, be humble, never assume, when in doubt, ask, be open minded and never never ask “does anyone speak English?”, especially when in Asia and or Europe”
I remember telling a lady tourist that it's not save to snorkel in Honokeana Cove on Maui, she basically told me to F Off!! She came out of the water all cut up and bleeding from the big waves and rocks!! I don't help tourist anymore except to show them how to fold up their Costco Beach Chairs!! LOL
To be fair, blame can be placed on both sides. You have Tourist that disrespect the “Aina” and the culture. And locals who have too much “Pride” and feel that ALL tourist have no business on the Islands.
I agree, it's not a white Haoles fault for just trying to work and survive and the locals pull box cutters out on you and screm Go Home Hoale!!!!! Even though you did nothing wrong
I’m a Black woman whose dad was stationed in Hawaii when I was a kid. I’ve never been treated so kindly in my life. Locals were overwhelmingly kind to me. Our neighbors would give me and my little sister candy and fruit from their tree. I still keep in contact with them and visit them often. They treat me like a welcome friend and I appreciate them so much. You need to be respectful instead of acting entitled. It’s disgusting how some tourists act. They treat the locals like they’re all personal concierge for tourists and it is exhausting and infuriating. They treat people’s neighborhoods like Disney World and people have had enough.
Hawaii is a state of the USA, but I often tell people from the mainland US that are visiting that in a way you are visiting a different country and should behave in a similar way as you would with different customs and show respect for the locals and places there. Hawaii is a special place that's not simply another state you drive through like you do in the mainland.
But you are not visiting a different country. You are visiting the United States. There are places all over the mainland that feel like a different country, too.
@@RickG151 yes and no. Yes there are places in the mainland the feel like a different country. But Hawaii is like some places (maybe like US territories), that are still separated (literally geographically ) and don't really at least not completely embrace American Culture. We have island culture mixed in with Polynesian and Asian values deeply rooted in. We are the probably one of the few states with the most diversity.
@@lordkent8143 Yes, I suppose. But go around the five boroughs of New York City. I mean, the only unique thing about Hawaii is you have to get on a plane to get there. It feels a great deal like America. I live in Japan most of the year. Japan does not feel like America. Americans of Asian heritage in Hawaii act really American. Some Asian cultural influences, sure. But it's America through and through.
@@RickG151 I acknowledge the diversity of NYC. In a way NYC feels like a different country too. People there are also quite different and diverse from your average American tbh. And of course Japan feels different from USA, cuz it is in fact a different country. But no, The Asians you meet in Hawaii may act American but deeply they still retain a lot of Asian rooted cultural values you probably missed. It's very subtle but it's there. When you're a local long enough you can see the difference. If anything they might act American just to you because I'm assuming you're Haole (just saying it as a term not to slur you or be racist to you with it).
Same thing happened to me last year in November! I was visiting Hawaii. While my sisters and I were on a hike a tourist approached me demanding I turn the island music that I was playing down. She said she was on vacation trying to enjoy her time and my island music was disturbing. Very funny because I was in Hawaii on vacation trying to enjoy my time as well. She assumed I was from hawaii and that she could bully me! Stop visiting places if you can’t respect the culture and the people that live there!
I am local, not haole. It's common courtesy to put on headphones and not everyone wants to hear your music. Yes, she could have used her words better. You go hiking to escape from electronics and if not, use headphones. It is common sense. Btw, locals and Hawaiians don't get bullied on the island from tourist because we give them lickins. Aloha.
I get being respectful when visiting, that goes for anywhere, but it almost seems like they think they can tell people not to visit at all😂. Just because you live somewhere, doesn’t mean you control who comes & goes unless you’re the gov. I’ll be respectful while visiting, but I’ll visit as much as I want.
Liked this, mahalo! If people had a common measurement or definition of "common courtesies and consideration" I think we would avoid most of these problems. However, even amongst locals sometimes the values differ. Try adding in some people whose regional and cultural (not just ethnic but even "class/caste" consciousness) differences make it very challenging for them to treat others even with some modicum of decency, or even worse, not even think or admit/believe they are being jerks (hello, isn't that where "Karen" comes from?) and we have the makings of potential confrontations and clashes. [BTW, we have some locals who act like Karens, too, lol...] But when you take that attitude to someone else's home and expect them to adjust to you, that's hewa and not aloha at all, and there's no respect or consideration. This even applies to us locals when we visit out of state. Most visitors I have met are great. They are considerate, courteous and respectful, and appreciate what locals are sharing with them. However, there are always those few that give all tourists a bad rap. Most negative incidents I have witnessed, and these have honesty been very few, has made me realize that some visitors think Hawaii is their amusement park and our people are characters put here for their entertainment and fun. When they keep bringing up and emphasizing the economic angle (how much they paid) to come here and insinuate that they can do what they want, whenever they want and to whomever they want offends us even more. Because it forces us onto a value ladder that the majority of us do not agree to, which says money is all and excuses any kind of behavior. It doesn't. I would wish for our elected leaders, tourism leaders and other key destination management groups to do better community outreach and consultation; tougher love approach in educating visitors; manage and reinforce expectations; emphasize considerate conduct and behavior; and be bold and stand up for us, too, and say, "If you cannot do this, then please don't come." The burden for a shared great experience is on all of us, not just the locals because "everyone" says Hawaii is all about Aloha, and we should always show it to others. Locals like to have aloha shown to us, too, from visitors and decision makers/leaders alike. Mahalo
I really like you point of view. Thank you for calmly speaking to both sides and bringing the aloha spirit to the situation. It is refreshing to see someone trying to be understanding and gracious.
You have some really great insight in trying to be fair and reasonable. Even noticing the body language of the guy rolling up his sleeves. Very mature point of view.
i see this all the time at Sandys... on one hand you want them to learn their lesson by just letting them whatevahs, but on the other hand you know it's gonna be bad. i think next time i go Sandys, i'm just gonna watch um
Bro...I come here every year, and this time I gotta say the locals rude as hell. I’m like wtf I do?! Talking to other visitors they have been having the same experience. I think it’s so sad, I would feel like a complete loser giving visitors a hard time back home.
Last time I was roaming on Fremont Street in Vegas, I was not drunk and walking a straight line and trying not to bump into others......when I suddenly seen this hispanic dude acting all tough and he DID have enough room to move to the side but he INTENTIONALLY walked into me and bumped me kinda hard and when I turned to look at him like "what da F!".....he kept on walking. Dude does that kinda shit here on Oahu, especially in Waianae area.....end up being a case of homicide, where he is the victim.
That was nice of him to try to warn them, but honestly, if they like go, let ‘em go. They’ll learn. The only time I might get involved is when I see tourists or tour groups approaching wild animals.
I was in Kauai in Oct 2022 for work and was surprised when a co worker told me that the locals considered a particular beach off limits to tourists. I was told not to go there. I think most tourists expect Hawaii to be like any other state. If you go to Yellowstone you don't see Wyoming people staying it's "my" state.
Ha,ha, yeah, you're right about that! It certainly is different. I think maybe 30+ years ago mainland tourists may have acted like so-called "ugly americans" and that became lodged in locals minds that mainlanders are like that. Travelling the world the last 10-15 years, U.S. tourists are usually some of the most polite, friendly and generous, i've noticed.Very well-liked by locals.
I live in a place where we don't get many tourists but one day a place in my area became popular because of a social media post and we started getting lots of tourists for a short while, I miss those tourists so much, I felt like they brought the place to life. I met people from all over the world and learnt new things about other cultures.
Locals are over the tourist industry. People are feeling that the whole island is one big Disneyland for outsiders. 10 million visitors in 2019 is way too much. Local people are working like dogs just to stay in place and not own anything. Pair this with the trauma of 2020 and the encounter was mild considering.
How many tourists DARE to venture in local neighbor hoods? Really? San Francisco has more tourists and dont use racial discrimination directed towards them!
I want to take this job in Hawaii next summer, but I don’t want people to see me as these types of haoles. I’m trying to learn as much as I can about the islands and the culture before I go. I genuinely don’t understand how people can go to another culture and he’s disrespectful to the people there.
I am from japan and One thing that really irritates me about some American are That they don't care or respect you But, they really care about what you say or do 😝
Ok some peoples children I swear! I am a Kupuna, no make dog poop when everybody can see and give you shit even though you own the island...ok...mahalo
Local or Tourist, it's called - human decency. You don't leave your dog's cr@p, all over the place, and especially where other people, including children, are going to be!
As someone who has spent time in Hawaii as both a visitor and now a home owner I can attest that most of these types of interactions are started by the locals. Tourists in general are not aggro like many of the locals are... though in general the level of aggro-ness by the locals has diminished over the past generation. Younger Hawaiians in general are far less "local-ized" due to things like the internet and movies and TV. They don't just get one, local-ized view of the world like previous generations of Hawaiians did. They're world view is a big larger. And since many people have moved from the mainland to Hawaii in the past couple of generations, younger Hawaiians are more likely to know and hang out with kids from the mainland. That being said, the locals in general absolutely have a very entitled mentality about Hawaii--as heard in this video. "You're on MY island"... so I can say and do whatever I want to you. And notice it is the LOCAL that is filming--which is in and of itself a very aggressive action. Really, in general only douchebags pull out their phones and start shooting videos in situations like this. But there are also plenty of assholes on both sides of this divide. And even more super cool people--who don't interact in this manner--that you'll never see on videos. "Hey, be careful out there, this tides and currents and surf are really strong and dangerous right here." "Thank you! " "Aloha!" That's probably going to be the interaction 95% of the time.
King Kamehameha set the precedent of using power to meet power. He understood that Hawaiian needs to assert their power and authenticity for mainlanders. King Kamehameha learned to compete with outsiders by becoming schooled in the ways of power. Hawaii is the homeland of the King of Hawaii.
@@HelloFromHawaii I would agree its a gorgeous place and the 💰 from tourism is great but so is the strong resentment and under currents on Kauai Oahu Big island and Maui people ruin sh!+.... ijs
Kauai people protect there island and that’s the truth kauai traffic is very bad because of tourism and Hawaii tourism authority doesn’t do anything nether does Kauai mayor very sad and as a tourist destination kauai gets overcrowded bye tourists doesn’t help the people liveing there so yes I agree most people who live on Kauai do have tourists problem but can you blame them that’s the question that’s the real question I don’t blame them I agree tourist industry needs to change.
People are frustrated! They cant even afford to live in their land and have to see rich people come and enjoy things they cant afford to do, then to top it off they have no respect. It’s human nature to have this type of frustration.
I'm not Hawaiian, I can understand your points but I can also feel why Native Hawaiians feel the way they do. And I'm not speaking for all Hawaiians, just the ones that feel that they "own" Hawaii (which it rightfully is theirs). Hawaii never asked or wanted to be apart of the U.S. I am black and native american/indigenous . I feel their struggles in a way. Think about it, it's your home and all of a sudden its not only taken from you, but they make it extremely hard for you to live on the land you're from. And in the local man's defense, they confronted him about some bs. Dog wasn't even doing anything, seems like they were asking for it.
I'm white, and live on the mainland. Born and raised in the US. My entire life I've endured comments about how this is not my land and I'm not supposed to be here. If this is the case then where am I supposed to be?
@@averagejoe9249 Well a very racist person would tell you to go back to Europe as if every white person is from Europe. I was only saying I understand why the feel the way they feel. I will say that it's not your fault for what happened in the past. I think most people feel like though it's in the past, no one in today's age is trying to do anything to help change anything. I apologize if my comment seems negative.
I’ve lived in world class tourist destinations all my life, because, aside from tourists, it’s awesome. Malibu. Park City, retired expatriate, Thailand. Tourists are a pain in the ass.
Maybe because rude and disrespectful people aren't suffered gladly by the local folks that are sick of their land and cultured pimped by greedy people that have only monetary use for them. The culture, traditions, and language of native Hawaiians should be treasured, just like that of any other indigenous peoples.
The USA invaded my island Puerto Rico in 1898 . They established a military government for many years. They gave us the us citizenship in 1909 without asking us. They tried to replace our Spanish language with English,we didn’t accept it. We don’t call ourselves Americans.we are Puerto Ricans ( Boricuas).
The way I see it u visit someone's house be very respectful and know the boundaries or get the get nuts treatment. Simple it a rule anywhere you go in this world
There are many meanings to word the Aloha. If you were born in Hawaii the Aloha spirit is in one self. As, tourist esp haole they come here and think bc they're spending money they can say or do wat ever it is in right of their American constitution. People reminder this is the people's lively hood and play grounds. We as locals take care of our Aina. Most tourists do not RESPECT our ways of living here. I was born Hawaiian, raised Hawaiian, sing, dance, eat, sleep and live Hawaiian. So, tourist mind your own business. That's the meaning of Aloha.
@@HelloFromHawaii I'm sorry. If I had offended you in anyway shape or form. That wasn't my intention. I've been in the tourist industry for many many many years. I've seen/heard and been involved with it all. You are born with the ALOHA spirit. NOT taught or be handed with some sort paper. All I ask is RESPECT our culture.
Ja Brah, All was wrong. Stupid tourists , Leave alone as they Will not learn. Only thing I wondered, was the dog pooo ing. If so clean after. I dont care where you from. I dont like stepping in... Other than that... You are appreciated. 🌴🌴Aloha
I live in a tourist area. The local guy is 100% right. The tourists rights after spending a lot of money doesn't entitle them to be rude, they need to be more gracious than the locals after all it isn't their area, they are guests and they should act that way, PERIOD!. Dogs will poop sometimes when and where you'd rather they didn't. I'm sure the local didn't walk the dog onto the rocks to poop! The woman who talks about the dog pooping should know this or shut up. The older guy needs to be spanked or get a knuckle sandwich. If I had been vacationing in Hawaii and saw this I would have stood next to the local, backing him up. Also it's not smart to pick on a guys dog.
Aloha I'm a Hawaiian born raised here in Hawaii..right or wrong seems to me that the tourists were teaming up and becoming bullyish..that being, said sure the local bradda could've more considerate with his dog kaka or poop..now that older guy was outta line with the finger pointing threats and may have (if he were younger) gotten his face rearranged by the local boy and rightfully so!! Just my humble opinion aloha!!
This take made me so sick to my stomach. "Our value" to the world is tourism?! My guy, value as people should not be predicated on how others can exploit you. Value is innate because you're alive. Also Hawaii is an illegally occupied nation... Like "we're Americans" reads very hollow to me.
What he said can be literal. Local can mean a person who was born in Hawaii or moved and now works/pays Hawaii taxes. Then there is Kanaka Maoli. Just cuz your local doesn't mean you are Kanaka! No matter where I live. I am Hawaiian, Kanaka Maoli, and Hawaii is "my island". (any Island) He sounded Kanaka to me. So I would say it absolutely is his island!
Those people are so dumb - a local walking their dog down the beach and that offends some tourists because it poops on a rock... I live on 10 acres in the the woods in northern Arizona and our neighbor gets mad when our dogs run around on our property without a leash...The tourists were in the wrong and I'm sure it makes it worse when its a gang of idiots are assaulting you. I would have never been that disrespectful. I would have pet his dog, giving him a shaka and been like, "What up Brudda" haha
Yes Ai for me a Local and part Hawaiian the Islands are Our Kanaka islands except colonialist and people with Big Kala $ Mr. and Mrs. Facebook and yes many "Tourist" don't understand that.
Solid video my braddah! This video should be played during the last 20 minutes of every flight descending to Hawaii. Maybe then we will see less of that and more Aloha by both parties. Well done!
I’m gonna keep it real only reason I go to Hawaii is for the beautiful local woman. Them beautiful Chinese, Japanese, Filipino etc mixed woman are some of the most beautiful in the world. When I’m ready to settle down I’ll be back lol
It's time for a tourist moratorium for the islands, it's just not fair to those who live in such a great place that they have to share their space with the world. I love the islands, love the people even more, lived their as a working transplanted Haole teaching my trade. 12 years living and working with locals, I understand their frustrations, tourist take, locals give, the islands were sold out for profit. Respect the islands or stay away.
They had a great article in the newspaper today that talked about this. Like what can be done to manage tourists and how locals feel. It's going to be a busy summer.
@6:14 "Being Corrected by a Tourist..." It's not just by a tourist... if you're local and you're corrected by any white person, you ain't hearing it and it's grounds to start beef. White people are generally looked at as tourists unless their skin is pretty brown from working outside or surfing. It's unfortunate. I see locals toss garbage out their cars, drive with smoke pouring from their exhaust, leave fishing line and hooks broken on the rocks... and generally seem to care less than a haole or tourist about the aina. There's a pretty messed up entitlement I see from some locals.
I believe Hi can get away from Tourism. Hi needs to come up with a plan that can make all of Hi self sustainable. Agriculture, Manufacturing,Clothing,all things made I. Hawaii. We have to stay away from Hotels and Housing development. Infrastructure needs to be Priority. Many more Ideas for a Sustainable Future for Hi.
As a tourist even I can’t stand other tourists. I think some people just experience life only focused on their own perspective and not the perspectives of those around them. I’m just visiting trying to be appreciative, and respectful and enjoy this trip. I can see how frustrating it would be to have your home crowded with strangers, especially when some of them are entitled and disrespectful. Research customs and culture and general rules of respect anywhere you travel to, and remember, it’s not your home so be extra conscious of your actions! ❤️🌊🌺🤙
I agree! In fact, I’ve had to deal with 2 rude girls that were obviously visiting Hawaii where I was at Waikiki Resort Hotel the other night taking the elevator down to lobby and as soon as the elevator doors open, these 2 girls just stands so darn close to the doorway even though they are supposed to stand back especially since this whole pandemic is still happening sadly. However, when I was at least able to get out, those 2 acted like I was some rude person even though they were the ones with absolute improper etiquette. My gosh you would not believe how much that ticked me off and wanted to get back at them for absolute disrespect in our island.
THANK YOU! I feel the same way as tourist. The same people that get upset when foreigners visit the mainland and don't conform with local customs are the same people that go to Hawaii and are rude and disrespectful. This is their home. Their rules. The same as your home.
Ohmygosh thank you! More tourists like you please. I always appreciate tourists that come and try to learn and interact and form bonds with the locals rather than just go for the landscape and scenery and ignore the natives.
Clearly the local wasn't saying it was singularly his island. He immediately followed it with "you're visiting us". You understood all these other nuanced things yet got all technical with such a basic figure of speech that matches up with everything else you said about the whole local/hawaiian vs tourist dynamic.
Really sick of the racist comments, as if one race has a monopoly on poor manners. Bad manners is an equal opportunity sport that spans all races. I was treated so poorly in Hawaii (Oahu) by a Japanese couple who were tourists and would not stop filming me and my friend who were just laying out on the beach bothering nobody and not dressed provocatively (not wearing thongs or ultra revealing bathing suits). The guy was squatting on my towel while his girlfriend stood at my head filming me. I asked them to stop but they refused. Eventually I got tired of it and left the beach.
Lol I’ve never seen anything like that on the islands...maybe if you are paying for a service or buying something tourists depending on who they are as a person can be inpatient that’s about it.
@@ryantodd6978 yeah, it's not really a common occurrence. But when they do happen, no big deal. We still treat them with aloha. What can we do if that's how they are right? They're the ones making an ass of themselves.
Island Smilin' absolutely people no matter what color shape and size can be rude and Ill mannered. Respect others and if they still don’t like u oh well 🤷♂️
We recently relocated from mainland to Hawaii (Oahu) and after living here for a half of the year, we NEVER had any unpleasant interactions with locals. On the contrary, my husband and I keep telling each other that people here are extremely pleasant and helpful, without attitudes we used to see back at home. Those who have issues with local population, should first take a look at themselves and keep in check how they talk to people.
I lived on Maui back in the 80’s and try to vacation somewhere in Hawaii for a couple of weeks every year. I will be buying a second home in the islands soon. I have always been treated well by the locals and often get confused as being a local, “I remember you! you are so and so’s cousin”. My secret? Everyone I interact with I treat as if they are a member of my family. Old and gray haired, I treat and speak to you like you are my loving parent or grand parent. You are my age, I treat you like you are my brother or sister. You are a youngster, I treat you like you are my child or grandchild. I treat everyone the way I wish to be treated myself. The way I wish others would treat my family members. Show respect, kindness and listen more than than you speak. Smile, ask questions and truly listen to the answers. Respect🤙🏼
Good job in explaining the situation and reminding us about Aloha. I heard this story long ago about the perspective of locals vs. “others”... “A local man was standing on the beach enjoying the beauty and fresh air. He was so filled with the beauty of creation and thought, ‘how can I share this?’ Another man (not from the island) enjoyed the same view and said, ‘this is so beautiful, how can I make money from this ?’” I know times and people have changed, but locals want to protect their home and lifestyle and sometimes the fear of losing this may cause them to lash out. You said it well...RESPECT...for one another.
I’ll definitely give you that the “off-islander” was thinking about how to cash in. But the Hawaiian was DEFINITELY NOT thinking “how can I share this.” I mean get real. Everyone knows native Hawaiians on average are more xenophobic, racist and territorial than your average bear.
What a great video! We've been visitors to Hawaii for over 40 years and we have a very hearty respect for the Hawaiian people as well as others that live in Hawaii. I do feel that some of this behavior can be attributed to assumptions they bring with them about who the locals are. We have always been treated with respect as we are elders and there is a wonderful culture of respect for elders in Hawaii. We carry plastic bags when we hike in case we can pick up dog doo when necessary or empty cans/bottles/garbage. We do that at home as well. I also feel that many white people feel entitled to criticize people of color and some are not aware of this. I think when you allow for aloha, you get more friendliness back and maybe you get to have a fun conversation instead of a nasty confrontation. Oakland CA 2021
You got the blacks pulling the Race Card and then you got the whites pulling the Entitlement Card and then you got those locals that pull the I Own the Island Card 🤣
I'm a Haole raised in Hawaii in the 80s. I went to HS when there was su h a thing as "Kill Haole day"! I would run home on that day. Even my local Ohana told me to run home!
When i moved to Maui in 89’ a local asked me what I did , so I told him where I worked , NO he said - do you surf , fish or hunt ? Thats how I still explain what I do 32 years later . I surf , I fish and I hunt .
I live on an island thats a tourist hotspot, especially now we opened our borders to a neighbouring country, and I deliberately ignore all tourists now. I've had so many experiences where they just rock up here and treat the locals as if we're the visitors or they treat you like you're beneath them. I get dirty looks for walking pass them on the beach. They don't like it when you talk to them or say hi, which is a huge thing us locals do here, it's just being friendly. They take pictures of the families cemeteries we have here. They also walk all over and drive their cars on locals land, some even drive through a residents home to get to the beach. When you walk into the shop they stare at you and the shirt you're wearing that's slightly dirty from working in the taro patch, as if looking like that is disgusting, us locals don't care about this aslong as you don't leave muddy footprints in the shop. We are workers over here, some of us feed our families through the land. We have a culture here that we share with everyone. When you visit us you will most definitely be living amongst locals. I know not all tourists are like this but since covid, these tourists popping up are the worst I've ever experience. Please show respect wherever you go and respect will be given back.
I don’t been think this is a tourist versus local thing. I think it is more of how our American culture has become a culture of policing each other’s behaviors and calling them out in gotcha moments. I agree, can we have some grace for each other and mind our own business. Dog poop is not worth the energy.
I don't see Las Vegas as remotely similar to Hawaii. Las Vegas whole slogan is like Here is where the party is! Not to mention that tourists are scammed right and left in Vegas. More like the locals are taking advantage of tourists there. Hawaii is different, where people aren't cleaning up after themselves or respecting the wildlife and keeping the beaches clean and beautiful for others.
As a Vegas local and someone who visits Hawaii often, I think it is a bit different. Lots of tourists come here and act a fool, but mostly stay on the strip or DTLV. We purposely avoid those spots. In Hawaii, locals want to (and have just as much if not more right) to be at the beach or other scenic spots around the islands.
While we live in Hawai'i,every single time we travel anywhere,whether another island or country I research as much as I can about respect, culture etc. For us, it's important to research things that are/aren't ok just as it is to research where you're staying or what you're eating.
@@HelloFromHawaii oh yeah I totally hit up everybody I know in whatever country to make sure I'm making the most of the trip. My kids learn now the week before we go anywhere, I turn into teacher mode and start schooling them hahahaha.
I love the people, the culture, as an outsider you can respect it. But man I have had trouble with the locals this time around. I played college football back with a lot of Hawaiians and they brought me into their homes and shared their culture with me. So it stings to be treated this way.
In 2019, 10 million tourist went to Hawaii. In my state In 2019, 40 million tourists came to Arizona. We don't yell at tourist or claim we are locals and yell at people to respect our culture. We don't blame tourists for all our problems. Hawaii needs to reject this idea that this is ours and you are a visitor and correct it. Start in the schools. Stop using the word hoale.
We grew here you flew here! Consider yourself lucky and fortunate if you have locals warn you about hidden dangers only us locals know of!! Yes some of us can be territorial and dicks but considering the way people act back to us (like in the clip) can you blame them? Leave your haole aggressiveness on the airplane, be respectful and humble. That’s it.
I got to pleasure of first visiting Hawai’i last month (your videos helped me so much - thank you!) the land, the ocean, the locals and the overall spirit of Hawai’i was beautiful and it’s real. Respect Hawai’i and respect each other. I had so many wonderful conversations and experiences with the locals, I’ll never forget the hola spirit. I’m in tears now missing the island just thinking about it. That interaction is so sad and definitely could of been handled better. 🌈 🌺
How would they like it if tourists act like that in their state,city, or neighborhood? There is an entitlement complex when some people visit our isles. One of the many reasons I moved here from the mainland, the behavior has gotten worse over the years, So very thankful to work & live here, so please visitors don't try to make Hawaii like mainland kine! Aloha Nui Loa!
I just got back from my sixth trip to Hawaii, first time to Maui (4 trips to Big Island and one to Kauai). I've had nothing but great experiences with the locals. I have found that they will go out of their way to be helpful and I have learned so much about the culture and history from them. They've told me about great places to eat for cheap. They've told me about where to get in and out of the water at tricky beaches. They showed me where to jump when I jumped off South Point on the Big Island. Some of best memories of Hawaii involve meeting interesting locals, such as an old guy that fished up a Humuhumu on Front Street in Lahaina and then showed me how it would attack his lighter before throwing it back into the water. I've also seen visitors be rude and disrespectful. I understand the anger that locals must experience. I've seen visitors leave trash or ignore Kapu signs. I've seen them play their own music on their phones while some incredible local musician was singing a song about where he grew up. If you give aloha, you get it back. Pretty simple. And it's why I'll keep going back to Hawaii.
I recognize the Voice clearly of the Kānaka in this Video. He is a lineal descendant with ancestral ties so in my humble opinion, he has the right to say “my island”. This is different than a “local” perspective. “Local” is an indifferent term in this context. All that said, I do like your perspective and your videos on this channel. Keep sharing your stories brah...
You offered a very honest and unbiased analysis of the situation. Unfortunately, some tourists do behave bad, I have seen it myself. In this particular situation, the older gentleman came charging with his finger pointing, which demonstrated an overly aggressive behavior, leading up to an altercation. Regarding the local guy, well you can’t lay the entire blame on him, he seems to be just proud of being from Hawaii, nothing wrong with that, people take pride in their heritage and the place where they live, I believe it’s incumbent upon the tourists to be mindful of local sensitives
It was a tough situation. I agree. As soon as the finger came out, it was doomed. Something was going to happen. Just hope we don't see more of these types of things this summer.
I think you hit three nail on the head.... Tourists everywhere tend to feel like the can do anything. Good example, Friend runs housekeeping at a major Las Vegas Hotel that caters to Hawaii locals. The Hawaii locals TEAR the rooms up!.. Makes you go Hmmmm??
The video starts out with the woman saying the dogs pooping all over the place- not good. And the man who came out of left field was totally out of line sticking pointing his finger in the man's face. I'm not going to Divide this into tourist and locals, Because they're All people. Grown Ups!! The Islanders appreciate the money that comes in from the tourist. SMH people should know how to Respect Everything and Obey the Rules, The Law. WE WERE MADE FOR A BETTER PURPOSE! this ridiculousness has to stop
Tourist lack respect for us local people. They don't respect the land and area they are staying at. Mind you not all are bad, but a majority lack respect. How would they feel if we did the same to their home?
I am a European and I would love to one day visit your islands, I think that respect and love go a long way, and I intend on learning more about your people and hawaii in general. I agree that there are tourists that lack respect. However I do feel like this isn't the case for all tourists, some people like me travel to understand new perspectives and learn about other cultures and experience them. I am angry at the tourists in the video btw, just absolutely self absorbed and respectless.
Thank you for this video. First, I wanted to say that I wish everyone was as open minded and intelligent as you. Secondly, I can't stand the poor behaviour of such tourists as these in the video. Typical 'Karen characters', always ready to fight and give others unsolicited advice. I have never been to Hawaii but am aware of the locals' frustration re the rich buying up the land driving up prices, making it often impossible for the locals to have access to affordable housing. Should not be made allowed at all. And then you have these disrespectful, often aggressive visitors bothering locals on a small island, well, it certainly doesn't help. Just leave others alone, mind your own business, and appreciate you were able to visit such a unique place at all and try being nice to others, that's the key to a great holiday! Wishing you the best and lots of love to thr Hawaiian people! ❤️
This video is 100% spot on. Respect means treating people the way they want to be treated. Learn about other people so you can treat them the way they want to be treated.
What a stupid comment. I want to be treated like a king. So treat me like a king. Treat people not as they want to be treated, but as you would expect them to treat you.
Hello From Hawaii, are you even a native Hawaiian? No offense but you are not even a native Hawaiian and yet you think you are one of them. Sadly, 90% of the locals there aren't even native Hawaiian themselves but they think they are Hawaiians. Most of your ancestors were immigrants that came from the US, Asia, Southeast Asia and Europe for labor, work and sugar planation. You are all outsiders yourselves. That's what I notice when I used to live there. People there have identity issue. They don't even know who the hell they are. It's quite sad.
Let me start by saying I love my island. Lol. I'm not saying that to claim possession. I'm saying that because I love the gift that God gave me. Not everyone here shows or represents that. I'm out there everyday interacting and investing in our island. I see far more locals leaving garbage, tearing up the Aina,, endangering our animals, letting their dogs run free, attacking our seals, etc. I've even had to have the conversation with born and raised locals, that if they don't take care of this place better than the mainlanders, there may come a day that it will no longer be their island. So don't be hypocrite and use "my island" as leverage for something you are not entitled to. If you don't love and appreciate something, You may wake up one day and it's gone. So... Love your land, love its people, and Love those who pass through here and cherish the gift you were given.
I have taken 6 trips to Hawaii and each trip I saw more locals leaving trash on the beaches than the tourist. That was what I observed . I also observed impatient / rude people that would not slow their pace down and respect where they were lucky enough to be at. Some tourist are busy being rude to other tourist too. I do not live at a tourist destination but the same thing happens here. Fast food gets thrown out of the car. My local creek is always full of trash. So at home or visiting elsewhere respect your home and someone else's home.
@Ben S Thanks for your expression of support for those of us who have recovered our sense and knowledge of our national consciousness and identity! I don't think it would have happened without Keanu Sai and his dedication, discipline, research and sharing his knowledge, so he deserves credit and recognition for being the spark and catalyst that has resulted in the increasing awareness across Hawaii and internationally that our country was not overthrown and continues to exist. It should be pointed out that acknowledging the continuity of the Hawaiian Kingdom and its occupation by the US, and supporting the effort to expose that fact and to bring the US into compliance with international humanitarian law as a step toward the ultimate end of the occupation and the restitution of a lawful government has nothing to do with being anti-American and hating America or Americans. To the contrary, it is as what Dr. Martin Luther King Jr said, challenging America to live up to its stated ideals, such as respect for the rule of law, equal rights and justice under law, consent of the governed. Real and true Americans understand that and have no reason to oppose the deoccupation of the Hawaiian Kingdom; which would be a dramatic and powerful testament to the dedication of Americans to their lofty and inspiring ideals!
Just wanted to say mahalo for keeping the comments clean (mostly). Appreciate the aloha! 🤙
@Jay Barns ok,.Clueless Hauole, learn to respect the Aina and it’s people. That’s why Many Locals are upset with tourist. You are just a visitor aka tourist, you don’t own our Aina. Brah, what state do you live in?, let me guess. You live in a State of Entitlement, my advice to you is no make trouble KEYBOARD [NOT a Real] WARRIOR. Wassamatta You, stupid or what.
@Jay Barns no come Kaua’i , Maui is da bestest 🤙🏽😄
Hawaiians are not American, if you’d like to learn more please contact me. I think it would be important to clarify that with your viewers and also good to learn for yourself.
@@Chuchelord Your comment concerning Hawaiians not being American may or may not be true, depending on one's birthplace or ancestry. If you are familiar with Keanu Sai, as an example, though he is a Hawaiian subject of the Hawaiian Kingdom, he can also claim to be American because of his ancestry. If a Hawaiian was born in the US, that is also a basis for being American. In my case, I have no ancestral tie to the US and was not born in its territory, so I, like many other Hawaiians, can rightfully disclaim being American. You may be familiar with the basis for what I have said here.
@Hello From Hawaii I am well aware of why you believe that " we are Americans," the question you might ask yourself is did the source(s) that informed and influenced my opinion of what Hawaii's lawful political status-and my own- is, give me comprehensive, truthful, accurate and verifiably correct information from an authoritative and objective source concerning the lawfulness of that status? What is the basis for the claim by the US that Hawaii is American soil? Did the US acquire the sovereignty, jurisdiction, territory, land titles and population of the Hawaiian Kingdom? If so, how, when, and by what means? Did annexation of Hawaii by the US occur? What is annexation? What happened in August of 1959, and does it have any lawful effect today? How well do I know and understand Hawaii's history? Whether you respond to this post or not, don't you think you owe it to yourself to carefully and critically consider and examine these questions, as one who, by every indication to me, appears to be o ka aina, even if you are not Hawaiian in terms of your nationality and ethnicity, and feels connected to this place and cherishes it as your home? Being knowledgeable enough to answer these questions would enable you to at least be informed enough to decide what, if any, position you might take, or just be informed enough to appreciate why many of your hoa aina-your fellow inhabitants of this land, claim that He Hawaii Au, A'ole Au Kanaka Amelika-I am Hawaiian, not American. Maybe you have already decided that you are American-which you may be, I don't know where you were born and what your ancestry is, but would like to understand the basis for others who were born here in Hawaii or who are of aboriginal Hawaiian ancestry disclaiming being American. Even as an American, wouldn't you like to know your country's history better, and whether America has respected the rule of law and lived up to its obligations and ideals in claiming Hawaii to be in its jurisdiction? Somethings that might be worth thinking about. Aloha ahui hou
Rule of thumb I alway follow when I am traveling - be respectful, always follow the rules, be humble, never assume, when in doubt, ask, be open minded and never never ask “does anyone speak English?”, especially when in Asia and or Europe”
Great travel rules to live by
Simple rule right??
This is America
Why can’t u ask if anyone speaks English? I thought “when in doubt ask.”
And are you saying you shouldn’t expect people in Hawaii to speak English?!
Isn’t this how you should act always? Even at home?
I remember telling a lady tourist that it's not save to snorkel in Honokeana Cove on Maui, she basically told me to F Off!! She came out of the water all cut up and bleeding from the big waves and rocks!! I don't help tourist anymore except to show them how to fold up their Costco Beach Chairs!! LOL
lol. At least you tried.
Lol what did you say to her?!??
@@HawaiiReal Wanted to say another stupid tourist!! But I just shook my head and walked away!!
@@bjbhehir yuuups. Been there done that 🤣🤙🏼
You know what they say “a stupid person will get mad at you for giving advice, while a wise person will actually listen to your advice”.
To be fair, blame can be placed on both sides. You have Tourist that disrespect the “Aina” and the culture.
And locals who have too much “Pride” and feel that ALL tourist have no business on the Islands.
Yeah, it's a tough situation. Hope we find a balance and that locals are ready to welcome back the tourists this summer.
Very true, we really need some sort of balance
I agree, it's not a white Haoles fault for just trying to work and survive and the locals pull box cutters out on you and screm Go Home Hoale!!!!! Even though you did nothing wrong
I’m a Black woman whose dad was stationed in Hawaii when I was a kid. I’ve never been treated so kindly in my life. Locals were overwhelmingly kind to me. Our neighbors would give me and my little sister candy and fruit from their tree. I still keep in contact with them and visit them often. They treat me like a welcome friend and I appreciate them so much.
You need to be respectful instead of acting entitled. It’s disgusting how some tourists act. They treat the locals like they’re all personal concierge for tourists and it is exhausting and infuriating. They treat people’s neighborhoods like Disney World and people have had enough.
Mahalo for sharing 🤙
Thank you for saying that. I work in Waikiki and it's beyond frustrating dealing with the disrespectful ones. I'm glad you enjoyed your time here.
@@beegee3136 tourists forgot it’s not Florida
@@RichKilla86ers 100%%%
Spot on 🤙🏽 give respect get respect, give problems you catch cracks 🤫😴
Hawaii is a state of the USA, but I often tell people from the mainland US that are visiting that in a way you are visiting a different country and should behave in a similar way as you would with different customs and show respect for the locals and places there. Hawaii is a special place that's not simply another state you drive through like you do in the mainland.
But you are not visiting a different country. You are visiting the United States. There are places all over the mainland that feel like a different country, too.
@@RickG151 yes and no. Yes there are places in the mainland the feel like a different country. But Hawaii is like some places (maybe like US territories), that are still separated (literally geographically ) and don't really at least not completely embrace American Culture. We have island culture mixed in with Polynesian and Asian values deeply rooted in. We are the probably one of the few states with the most diversity.
@@lordkent8143 Yes, I suppose. But go around the five boroughs of New York City. I mean, the only unique thing about Hawaii is you have to get on a plane to get there. It feels a great deal like America. I live in Japan most of the year. Japan does not feel like America. Americans of Asian heritage in Hawaii act really American. Some Asian cultural influences, sure. But it's America through and through.
@@RickG151 I acknowledge the diversity of NYC. In a way NYC feels like a different country too. People there are also quite different and diverse from your average American tbh. And of course Japan feels different from USA, cuz it is in fact a different country. But no, The Asians you meet in Hawaii may act American but deeply they still retain a lot of Asian rooted cultural values you probably missed. It's very subtle but it's there. When you're a local long enough you can see the difference. If anything they might act American just to you because I'm assuming you're Haole (just saying it as a term not to slur you or be racist to you with it).
That's a good way of explaining it. We are part of the US, but so different. Same money, but culture and values are unlike anywhere else.
Your definition of Aloha is dead on!(as my Kumu has taught me)
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Same thing happened to me last year in November! I was visiting Hawaii. While my sisters and I were on a hike a tourist approached me demanding I turn the island music that I was playing down. She said she was on vacation trying to enjoy her time and my island music was disturbing. Very funny because I was in Hawaii on vacation trying to enjoy my time as well. She assumed I was from hawaii and that she could bully me! Stop visiting places if you can’t respect the culture and the people that live there!
Interesting story. 🤙
I deal with that in Washington, so sad.
Turn it UP!!
sounds like two rude, inconsiderate people meet each other in the woods...
I am local, not haole. It's common courtesy to put on headphones and not everyone wants to hear your music. Yes, she could have used her words better. You go hiking to escape from electronics and if not, use headphones. It is common sense. Btw, locals and Hawaiians don't get bullied on the island from tourist because we give them lickins. Aloha.
I get being respectful when visiting, that goes for anywhere, but it almost seems like they think they can tell people not to visit at all😂.
Just because you live somewhere, doesn’t mean you control who comes & goes unless you’re the gov. I’ll be respectful while visiting, but I’ll visit as much as I want.
Liked this, mahalo! If people had a common measurement or definition of "common courtesies and consideration" I think we would avoid most of these problems. However, even amongst locals sometimes the values differ. Try adding in some people whose regional and cultural (not just ethnic but even "class/caste" consciousness) differences make it very challenging for them to treat others even with some modicum of decency, or even worse, not even think or admit/believe they are being jerks (hello, isn't that where "Karen" comes from?) and we have the makings of potential confrontations and clashes. [BTW, we have some locals who act like Karens, too, lol...]
But when you take that attitude to someone else's home and expect them to adjust to you, that's hewa and not aloha at all, and there's no respect or consideration. This even applies to us locals when we visit out of state.
Most visitors I have met are great. They are considerate, courteous and respectful, and appreciate what locals are sharing with them. However, there are always those few that give all tourists a bad rap. Most negative incidents I have witnessed, and these have honesty been very few, has made me realize that some visitors think Hawaii is their amusement park and our people are characters put here for their entertainment and fun.
When they keep bringing up and emphasizing the economic angle (how much they paid) to come here and insinuate that they can do what they want, whenever they want and to whomever they want offends us even more. Because it forces us onto a value ladder that the majority of us do not agree to, which says money is all and excuses any kind of behavior. It doesn't. I would wish for our elected leaders, tourism leaders and other key destination management groups to do better community outreach and consultation; tougher love approach in educating visitors; manage and reinforce expectations; emphasize considerate conduct and behavior; and be bold and stand up for us, too, and say, "If you cannot do this, then please don't come." The burden for a shared great experience is on all of us, not just the locals because "everyone" says Hawaii is all about Aloha, and we should always show it to others. Locals like to have aloha shown to us, too, from visitors and decision makers/leaders alike. Mahalo
Mahalo for the comment. Appreciate all that you said. 🤙
I really like you point of view. Thank you for calmly speaking to both sides and bringing the aloha spirit to the situation. It is refreshing to see someone trying to be understanding and gracious.
Mahalo. Appreciate the kind words. Hopefully we don't see things like this as more tourists return to Hawaii.
You have some really great insight in trying to be fair and reasonable. Even noticing the body language of the guy rolling up his sleeves. Very mature point of view.
The Queen's Bath is DANGEREOUS!!!! Most tourists have no clue.
i see this all the time at Sandys... on one hand you want them to learn their lesson by just letting them whatevahs, but on the other hand you know it's gonna be bad.
i think next time i go Sandys, i'm just gonna watch um
I haven't been to Sandy's in a while. Surprises me when visitors think they can just jump in the water with big waves.
Bro...I come here every year, and this time I gotta say the locals rude as hell. I’m like wtf I do?! Talking to other visitors they have been having the same experience.
I think it’s so sad, I would feel like a complete loser giving visitors a hard time back home.
I’m on Maui now and I can affirm this
I'm in Hawaii now and yes locals are entitled cry babies. The complain about EVERYTHING. Even their own local government and people.
I'm from Oahu & very proud of it. But.. I'd never disrespect anyone from anywhere. When in Rome .. Do as the Romans do..
Last time I was roaming on Fremont Street in Vegas, I was not drunk and walking a straight line and trying not to bump into others......when I suddenly seen this hispanic dude acting all tough and he DID have enough room to move to the side but he INTENTIONALLY walked into me and bumped me kinda hard and when I turned to look at him like "what da F!".....he kept on walking. Dude does that kinda shit here on Oahu, especially in Waianae area.....end up being a case of homicide, where he is the victim.
That was nice of him to try to warn them, but honestly, if they like go, let ‘em go. They’ll learn. The only time I might get involved is when I see tourists or tour groups approaching wild animals.
@Mike Hunt 🥱🥱🥱
Lucky for the Haoles that the braddahs neva come, some bust up they would get, that’s Respect!
😁 (Not sure if smiley face is appropriate, but yes, lucky for them)
This same stuff happens in Chicago on the weekends when the suburbanites come in.
True dat😂
I was in Kauai in Oct 2022 for work and was surprised when a co worker told me that the locals considered a particular beach off limits to tourists. I was told not to go there. I think most tourists expect Hawaii to be like any other state. If you go to Yellowstone you don't see Wyoming people staying it's "my" state.
Ha,ha, yeah, you're right about that!
It certainly is different.
I think maybe 30+ years ago mainland tourists may have acted like so-called "ugly americans" and that became lodged in locals minds that mainlanders are like that.
Travelling the world the last 10-15 years, U.S. tourists are usually some of the most polite, friendly and generous, i've noticed.Very well-liked by locals.
I live in a place where we don't get many tourists but one day a place in my area became popular because of a social media post and we started getting lots of tourists for a short while, I miss those tourists so much, I felt like they brought the place to life. I met people from all over the world and learnt new things about other cultures.
Locals are over the tourist industry. People are feeling that the whole island is one big Disneyland for outsiders. 10 million visitors in 2019 is way too much. Local people are working like dogs just to stay in place and not own anything. Pair this with the trauma of 2020 and the encounter was mild considering.
Great analogy to Disneyland. That's how I've been feeling for a while.
How many tourists DARE to venture in local neighbor hoods? Really? San Francisco has more tourists and dont use racial discrimination directed towards them!
@@TropicalGardenGuy To be fair, much like Hawaii, we're quite adept at beating the crap out of ourselves (before we even factor in tourists).
You have to give respect to receive it.
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It was awesome meeting locals on the big Island... I learned so much. And lucky I went before the tourists season....Respect goes a long way.
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I want to take this job in Hawaii next summer, but I don’t want people to see me as these types of haoles. I’m trying to learn as much as I can about the islands and the culture before I go. I genuinely don’t understand how people can go to another culture and he’s disrespectful to the people there.
I am from japan and
One thing that really irritates me about some American are
That they don't care or respect you
But, they really care about what you say or do 😝
Yeah, some people are like that.
Ok some peoples children I swear! I am a Kupuna, no make dog poop when everybody can see and give you shit even though you own the island...ok...mahalo
After your intelligent and detailed insight with the encounter of both parties. You have yourself a new subscriber. Well done, sir.
That tourist guy had no business approaching that man with his hand all up in his face like that. That's a rumble where I come from.
Local or Tourist, it's called - human decency. You don't leave your dog's cr@p, all over the place, and especially where other people, including children, are going to be!
As someone who has spent time in Hawaii as both a visitor and now a home owner I can attest that most of these types of interactions are started by the locals. Tourists in general are not aggro like many of the locals are... though in general the level of aggro-ness by the locals has diminished over the past generation. Younger Hawaiians in general are far less "local-ized" due to things like the internet and movies and TV. They don't just get one, local-ized view of the world like previous generations of Hawaiians did. They're world view is a big larger. And since many people have moved from the mainland to Hawaii in the past couple of generations, younger Hawaiians are more likely to know and hang out with kids from the mainland. That being said, the locals in general absolutely have a very entitled mentality about Hawaii--as heard in this video. "You're on MY island"... so I can say and do whatever I want to you. And notice it is the LOCAL that is filming--which is in and of itself a very aggressive action. Really, in general only douchebags pull out their phones and start shooting videos in situations like this.
But there are also plenty of assholes on both sides of this divide. And even more super cool people--who don't interact in this manner--that you'll never see on videos. "Hey, be careful out there, this tides and currents and surf are really strong and dangerous right here." "Thank you! " "Aloha!" That's probably going to be the interaction 95% of the time.
King Kamehameha set the precedent of using power to meet power. He understood that Hawaiian needs to assert their power and authenticity for mainlanders. King Kamehameha learned to compete with outsiders by becoming schooled in the ways of power. Hawaii is the homeland of the King of Hawaii.
I rest my case this is what I mentioned in my message. To know what took place from Kingdom to Government.
You guys on the mainland have a saying,when in Rome do as the Roman's do.WELL WHEN IN HAWAII DO AS THE HAWAIIANS DO!!!!!! MAKE SENSE YA!!!!!
Kauai use to have a sign in someone's yard on the main road that says Haoles go home I get on that island they don't like tourists as much
The last time I was there, I was shocked by how many tourists there were. Poipu was packed with tourists.
@@HelloFromHawaii I would agree its a gorgeous place and the 💰 from tourism is great but so is the strong resentment and under currents on Kauai Oahu Big island and Maui people ruin sh!+.... ijs
Kauai people protect there island and that’s the truth kauai traffic is very bad because of tourism and Hawaii tourism authority doesn’t do anything nether does Kauai mayor very sad and as a tourist destination kauai gets overcrowded bye tourists doesn’t help the people liveing there so yes I agree most people who live on Kauai do have tourists problem but can you blame them that’s the question that’s the real question I don’t blame them I agree tourist industry needs to change.
Best channel out of Hawaii as far as facts all the way around and aloha how u explained on point
Mahalo. Appreciate that.
People are frustrated! They cant even afford to live in their land and have to see rich people come and enjoy things they cant afford to do, then to top it off they have no respect. It’s human nature to have this type of frustration.
If I saw a tourist in NYC (where I live) correcting a local for not picking up after their dog I would thank them.
I'm not Hawaiian, I can understand your points but I can also feel why Native Hawaiians feel the way they do. And I'm not speaking for all Hawaiians, just the ones that feel that they "own" Hawaii (which it rightfully is theirs). Hawaii never asked or wanted to be apart of the U.S.
I am black and native american/indigenous . I feel their struggles in a way. Think about it, it's your home and all of a sudden its not only taken from you, but they make it extremely hard for you to live on the land you're from. And in the local man's defense, they confronted him about some bs. Dog wasn't even doing anything, seems like they were asking for it.
I'm white, and live on the mainland. Born and raised in the US. My entire life I've endured comments about how this is not my land and I'm not supposed to be here. If this is the case then where am I supposed to be?
@@averagejoe9249 Well a very racist person would tell you to go back to Europe as if every white person is from Europe. I was only saying I understand why the feel the way they feel. I will say that it's not your fault for what happened in the past. I think most people feel like though it's in the past, no one in today's age is trying to do anything to help change anything. I apologize if my comment seems negative.
I love your videos. True talk from a local context instead of tourist hype videos. Mahalo 🤙🏼🌈
🤙 Mahalo
I’ve lived in world class tourist destinations all my life, because, aside from tourists, it’s awesome.
Malibu. Park City, retired expatriate, Thailand.
Tourists are a pain in the ass.
Maybe because rude and disrespectful people aren't suffered gladly by the local folks that are sick of their land and cultured pimped by greedy people that have only monetary use for them.
The culture, traditions, and language of native Hawaiians should be treasured, just like that of any other indigenous peoples.
The USA invaded my island Puerto Rico in 1898 . They established a military government for many years. They gave us the us citizenship in 1909 without asking us. They tried to replace our Spanish language with English,we didn’t accept it. We don’t call ourselves Americans.we are Puerto Ricans ( Boricuas).
If the local's dog was pooping there then the local doesn't respect his own land.
The way I see it u visit someone's house be very respectful and know the boundaries or get the get nuts treatment. Simple it a rule anywhere you go in this world
There are many meanings to word the Aloha. If you were born in Hawaii the Aloha spirit is in one self. As, tourist esp haole they come here and think bc they're spending money they can say or do wat ever it is in right of their American constitution. People reminder this is the people's lively hood and play grounds. We as locals take care of our Aina. Most tourists do not RESPECT our ways of living here. I was born Hawaiian, raised Hawaiian, sing, dance, eat, sleep and live Hawaiian. So, tourist mind your own business. That's the meaning of Aloha.
I'm not sure most tourists don't respect the local culture, though. But there are some who don't and unfortunately they are the ones locals remember.
@@HelloFromHawaii I'm sorry. If I had offended you in anyway shape or form. That wasn't my intention. I've been in the tourist industry for many many many years. I've seen/heard and been involved with it all. You are born with the ALOHA spirit. NOT taught or be handed with some sort paper. All I ask is RESPECT our culture.
Ja Brah, All was wrong. Stupid tourists , Leave alone as they Will not learn. Only thing I wondered, was the dog pooo ing. If so clean after. I dont care where you from. I dont like stepping in... Other than that... You are appreciated. 🌴🌴Aloha
I live in a tourist area. The local guy is 100% right. The tourists rights after spending a lot of money doesn't entitle them to be rude, they need to be more gracious than the locals after all it isn't their area, they are guests and they should act that way, PERIOD!. Dogs will poop sometimes when and where you'd rather they didn't. I'm sure the local didn't walk the dog onto the rocks to poop! The woman who talks about the dog pooping should know this or shut up. The older guy needs to be spanked or get a knuckle sandwich. If I had been vacationing in Hawaii and saw this I would have stood next to the local, backing him up. Also it's not smart to pick on a guys dog.
Aloha I'm a Hawaiian born raised here in Hawaii..right or wrong seems to me that the tourists were teaming up and becoming bullyish..that being, said sure the local bradda could've more considerate with his dog kaka or poop..now that older guy was outta line with the finger pointing threats and may have (if he were younger) gotten his face rearranged by the local boy and rightfully so!!
Just my humble opinion aloha!!
Mahalo
Respect and mind your own 🙏
Tourist gotta respect our aina
This take made me so sick to my stomach. "Our value" to the world is tourism?! My guy, value as people should not be predicated on how others can exploit you. Value is innate because you're alive. Also Hawaii is an illegally occupied nation... Like "we're Americans" reads very hollow to me.
Illegally occupied? How so?
Logically speaking, wouldn't all inhabited land around the world considered Illegally occupied?
What he said can be literal. Local can mean a person who was born in Hawaii or moved and now works/pays Hawaii taxes. Then there is Kanaka Maoli. Just cuz your local doesn't mean you are Kanaka! No matter where I live. I am Hawaiian, Kanaka Maoli, and Hawaii is "my island". (any Island) He sounded Kanaka to me. So I would say it absolutely is his island!
Those people are so dumb - a local walking their dog down the beach and that offends some tourists because it poops on a rock... I live on 10 acres in the the woods in northern Arizona and our neighbor gets mad when our dogs run around on our property without a leash...The tourists were in the wrong and I'm sure it makes it worse when its a gang of idiots are assaulting you. I would have never been that disrespectful. I would have pet his dog, giving him a shaka and been like, "What up Brudda" haha
Yes Ai for me a Local and part Hawaiian the Islands are Our Kanaka islands except colonialist and people with Big Kala $ Mr. and Mrs. Facebook and yes many "Tourist" don't understand that.
Solid video my braddah! This video should be played during the last 20 minutes of every flight descending to Hawaii. Maybe then we will see less of that and more Aloha by both parties. Well done!
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They had it comin.
How common is this? I’m from Chicago suburbs and this just reminds me of the typical “Karen” videos
I think it depends on where you are. These aren't too common, but they do happen occasionally.
I’m gonna keep it real only reason I go to Hawaii is for the beautiful local woman. Them beautiful Chinese, Japanese, Filipino etc mixed woman are some of the most beautiful in the world. When I’m ready to settle down I’ll be back lol
It's time for a tourist moratorium for the islands, it's just not fair to those who live in such a great place that they have to share their space with the world. I love the islands, love the people even more, lived their as a working transplanted Haole teaching my trade. 12 years living and working with locals, I understand their frustrations, tourist take, locals give, the islands were sold out for profit. Respect the islands or stay away.
They had a great article in the newspaper today that talked about this. Like what can be done to manage tourists and how locals feel. It's going to be a busy summer.
Once I heard that one of these days in the near future,Hawaii,will be a place where only the very rich and their Filipino maids,can live!
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@6:14 "Being Corrected by a Tourist..." It's not just by a tourist... if you're local and you're corrected by any white person, you ain't hearing it and it's grounds to start beef. White people are generally looked at as tourists unless their skin is pretty brown from working outside or surfing.
It's unfortunate. I see locals toss garbage out their cars, drive with smoke pouring from their exhaust, leave fishing line and hooks broken on the rocks... and generally seem to care less than a haole or tourist about the aina. There's a pretty messed up entitlement I see from some locals.
the guy screaming don't push it just hoping got knocked out
I believe Hi can get away from Tourism. Hi needs to come up with a plan that can make all of Hi self sustainable. Agriculture, Manufacturing,Clothing,all things made I. Hawaii. We have to stay away from Hotels and Housing development. Infrastructure needs to be Priority. Many more Ideas for a Sustainable Future for Hi.
wow!! what a lesson of life!!
As a tourist even I can’t stand other tourists.
I think some people just experience life only focused on their own perspective and not the perspectives of those around them. I’m just visiting trying to be appreciative, and respectful and enjoy this trip. I can see how frustrating it would be to have your home crowded with strangers, especially when some of them are entitled and disrespectful.
Research customs and culture and general rules of respect anywhere you travel to, and remember, it’s not your home so be extra conscious of your actions! ❤️🌊🌺🤙
Thanks for your perspective. I guess some tourists don't appreciate other tourists. Just the crowds and lines.
THANK YOU! Well said. I appreciate your comment!
I agree! In fact, I’ve had to deal with 2 rude girls that were obviously visiting Hawaii where I was at Waikiki Resort Hotel the other night taking the elevator down to lobby and as soon as the elevator doors open, these 2 girls just stands so darn close to the doorway even though they are supposed to stand back especially since this whole pandemic is still happening sadly. However, when I was at least able to get out, those 2 acted like I was some rude person even though they were the ones with absolute improper etiquette. My gosh you would not believe how much that ticked me off and wanted to get back at them for absolute disrespect in our island.
THANK YOU! I feel the same way as tourist. The same people that get upset when foreigners visit the mainland and don't conform with local customs are the same people that go to Hawaii and are rude and disrespectful. This is their home. Their rules. The same as your home.
Ohmygosh thank you! More tourists like you please. I always appreciate tourists that come and try to learn and interact and form bonds with the locals rather than just go for the landscape and scenery and ignore the natives.
Nowadays, me as a local just mind my own business. I literally live by the words “bumbai dey learn” whether they het seriously hurt or maʻke...
lol. They'll learn.
Can't out teach stupid.
Respect has to go both ways, both sides are at fault. But man that "You're on my island" ugh... cringey AF
Clearly the local wasn't saying it was singularly his island. He immediately followed it with "you're visiting us". You understood all these other nuanced things yet got all technical with such a basic figure of speech that matches up with everything else you said about the whole local/hawaiian vs tourist dynamic.
So true
Exactly
Yes! It is a kākou thing, we not I. Good observation
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Vegas Loclas are actually appreciative of the tourists. It's how they survive
Key is jus be humble. But sometimes karens and darrens need slaps!
First time I heard Darren's 😆
Along with Tashikas and Jeromes
Yes agreed
Really sick of the racist comments, as if one race has a monopoly on poor manners. Bad manners is an equal opportunity sport that spans all races. I was treated so poorly in Hawaii (Oahu) by a Japanese couple who were tourists and would not stop filming me and my friend who were just laying out on the beach bothering nobody and not dressed provocatively (not wearing thongs or ultra revealing bathing suits). The guy was squatting on my towel while his girlfriend stood at my head filming me. I asked them to stop but they refused. Eventually I got tired of it and left the beach.
Some tourists expect the locals to cater to them that's why. Maybe they shouldn't feel entitled when coming to the islands.
I've seen this too. Like we're 3rd world or something
@Mike Hunt yeah you're right. We seek out foul mouth tourists like you. Stay brave behind your computer screen troll boy. Lol!
Lol I’ve never seen anything like that on the islands...maybe if you are paying for a service or buying something tourists depending on who they are as a person can be inpatient that’s about it.
@@ryantodd6978 yeah, it's not really a common occurrence. But when they do happen, no big deal. We still treat them with aloha. What can we do if that's how they are right? They're the ones making an ass of themselves.
Island Smilin' absolutely people no matter what color shape and size can be rude and Ill mannered. Respect others and if they still don’t like u oh well 🤷♂️
We recently relocated from mainland to Hawaii (Oahu) and after living here for a half of the year, we NEVER had any unpleasant interactions with locals. On the contrary, my husband and I keep telling each other that people here are extremely pleasant and helpful, without attitudes we used to see back at home. Those who have issues with local population, should first take a look at themselves and keep in check how they talk to people.
Glad you are having good interactions with locals. People are great here. One of the best parts of Hawaii.
@Mike Hunt 🤡
Whenever I visit my cousin on Oahu, I always try to be respectful to the locals, never had an issue even in the non tourist areas.
I lived on Maui back in the 80’s and try to vacation somewhere in Hawaii for a couple of weeks every year. I will be buying a second home in the islands soon. I have always been treated well by the locals and often get confused as being a local, “I remember you! you are so and so’s cousin”. My secret? Everyone I interact with I treat as if they are a member of my family. Old and gray haired, I treat and speak to you like you are my loving parent or grand parent. You are my age, I treat you like you are my brother or sister. You are a youngster, I treat you like you are my child or grandchild. I treat everyone the way I wish to be treated myself. The way I wish others would treat my family members. Show respect, kindness and listen more than than you speak. Smile, ask questions and truly listen to the answers. Respect🤙🏼
Mahalo for sharing. Great way to treat people. 🤙
Respect🤙🏼🤙🏼💙
Well said! Be humble! Give aloha, receive aloha! ☺️🤙🏽
Respect is a big thing in all the pacific islands 🏝
Let me guess your not white
Good job in explaining the situation and reminding us about Aloha. I heard this story long ago about the perspective of locals vs. “others”...
“A local man was standing on the beach enjoying the beauty and fresh air. He was so filled with the beauty of creation and thought, ‘how can I share this?’
Another man (not from the island) enjoyed the same view and said, ‘this is so beautiful, how can I make money from this ?’”
I know times and people have changed, but locals want to protect their home and lifestyle and sometimes the fear of losing this may cause them to lash out. You said it well...RESPECT...for one another.
Mahalo for the story. 🤙
I’ll definitely give you that the “off-islander” was thinking about how to cash in. But the Hawaiian was DEFINITELY NOT thinking “how can I share this.” I mean get real. Everyone knows native Hawaiians on average are more xenophobic, racist and territorial than your average bear.
What a great video! We've been visitors to Hawaii for over 40 years and we have a very hearty respect for the Hawaiian people as well as others that live in Hawaii. I do feel that some of
this behavior can be attributed to assumptions they bring with them about who the locals are. We have always been treated with respect as we are elders and there is a wonderful culture of
respect for elders in Hawaii. We carry plastic bags when we hike in case we can pick up dog doo when necessary or empty cans/bottles/garbage. We do that at home as well. I also feel
that many white people feel entitled to criticize people of color and some are not aware of this. I think when you allow for aloha, you get more friendliness back and maybe you get to have a
fun conversation instead of a nasty confrontation. Oakland CA 2021
I was born on Oahu and lived on Kauai as well. Bruddah shouldn’t say it’s his island and the Aloha does at that point
Well put!🤙🏼
Thank you for your words
You got the blacks pulling the Race Card and then you got the whites pulling the Entitlement Card and then you got those locals that pull the I Own the Island Card 🤣
Respect as a visitor. Respect at your home. You respect all or you respect none. What you do is always remembered.
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Agree!
Right! No matter where you go
I'm a Haole raised in Hawaii in the 80s. I went to HS when there was su h a thing as "Kill Haole day"!
I would run home on that day. Even my local Ohana told me to run home!
Right on!!!! I stay in my own lane braddah!! But I wouldn't hesitate to back my Hawaiian relatives ova here. Lol👍🤙💯👊
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Backing and beating are two different things.
When i moved to Maui in 89’ a local asked me what I did , so I told him where I worked , NO he said - do you surf , fish or hunt ? Thats how I still explain what I do 32 years later . I surf , I fish and I hunt .
I'd smack the shit out of someone that said they own a public island, too 😂😂
WHAT?,…..WHAT?,…………WHAT?,……………..WHAAAAT? ,……………..WHY WHATS UP?,………………..WHATS UP?,……………….WHAT? WHAT?………………..AHH WHATEVA. 🌴😎🌈Aloha 🤙🏼
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I live on an island thats a tourist hotspot, especially now we opened our borders to a neighbouring country, and I deliberately ignore all tourists now. I've had so many experiences where they just rock up here and treat the locals as if we're the visitors or they treat you like you're beneath them.
I get dirty looks for walking pass them on the beach. They don't like it when you talk to them or say hi, which is a huge thing us locals do here, it's just being friendly. They take pictures of the families cemeteries we have here.
They also walk all over and drive their cars on locals land, some even drive through a residents home to get to the beach. When you walk into the shop they stare at you and the shirt you're wearing that's slightly dirty from working in the taro patch, as if looking like that is disgusting, us locals don't care about this aslong as you don't leave muddy footprints in the shop.
We are workers over here, some of us feed our families through the land. We have a culture here that we share with everyone. When you visit us you will most definitely be living amongst locals.
I know not all tourists are like this but since covid, these tourists popping up are the worst I've ever experience. Please show respect wherever you go and respect will be given back.
Sounds similar to Hawaii. It's been an adjustment as the number of visitors has increased so quickly.
I don’t been think this is a tourist versus local thing. I think it is more of how our American culture has become a culture of policing each other’s behaviors and calling them out in gotcha moments. I agree, can we have some grace for each other and mind our own business. Dog poop is not worth the energy.
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I think it's similar to some of what locals in places like Las Vegas and New Orleans deal with. Lots of tourists who can get out of hand.
Yeah, I'm sure they feel the same way. Must be tough.
Most of Las Vegas locals are from all over the U.S so the situation is different.
I don't see Las Vegas as remotely similar to Hawaii. Las Vegas whole slogan is like Here is where the party is! Not to mention that tourists are scammed right and left in Vegas. More like the locals are taking advantage of tourists there. Hawaii is different, where people aren't cleaning up after themselves or respecting the wildlife and keeping the beaches clean and beautiful for others.
As a Vegas local and someone who visits Hawaii often, I think it is a bit different. Lots of tourists come here and act a fool, but mostly stay on the strip or DTLV. We purposely avoid those spots. In Hawaii, locals want to (and have just as much if not more right) to be at the beach or other scenic spots around the islands.
While we live in Hawai'i,every single time we travel anywhere,whether another island or country I research as much as I can about respect, culture etc. For us, it's important to research things that are/aren't ok just as it is to research where you're staying or what you're eating.
That's so good to hear. I really ought to do that more when going to neighbor islands, but I'm usually with family so they give me the in's and out's.
@@HelloFromHawaii oh yeah I totally hit up everybody I know in whatever country to make sure I'm making the most of the trip. My kids learn now the week before we go anywhere, I turn into teacher mode and start schooling them hahahaha.
@@Cruisingfoodies Right On🤙🏽
@@julespeace684 🤙🌺. Trying to teach these kids so they grow and learn for sure
I love the people, the culture, as an outsider you can respect it. But man I have had trouble with the locals this time around. I played college football back with a lot of Hawaiians and they brought me into their homes and shared their culture with me. So it stings to be treated this way.
In 2019, 10 million tourist went to Hawaii. In my state In 2019, 40 million tourists came to Arizona. We don't yell at tourist or claim we are locals and yell at people to respect our culture. We don't blame tourists for all our problems. Hawaii needs to reject this idea that this is ours and you are a visitor and correct it. Start in the schools. Stop using the word hoale.
We grew here you flew here! Consider yourself lucky and fortunate if you have locals warn you about hidden dangers only us locals know of!! Yes some of us can be territorial and dicks but considering the way people act back to us (like in the clip) can you blame them? Leave your haole aggressiveness on the airplane, be respectful and humble. That’s it.
respect : golden rule, treat others the way you want to be treated. simple stuff
I got to pleasure of first visiting Hawai’i last month (your videos helped me so much - thank you!) the land, the ocean, the locals and the overall spirit of Hawai’i was beautiful and it’s real. Respect Hawai’i and respect each other. I had so many wonderful conversations and experiences with the locals, I’ll never forget the hola spirit. I’m in tears now missing the island just thinking about it. That interaction is so sad and definitely could of been handled better. 🌈 🌺
Glad the videos helped. Hope you enjoyed Hawaii 🤙
How would they like it if tourists act like that in their state,city, or neighborhood? There is an entitlement complex when some people visit our isles. One of the many reasons I moved here from the mainland, the behavior has gotten worse over the years, So very thankful to work & live here, so please visitors don't try to make Hawaii like mainland kine! Aloha Nui Loa!
The tourist started it, they got in the local guy's kitchen, but he didn't have to push the issue.
It looked like the tourist started it.
Libs gonna be libs
@@jimbeam4111 Dumbest comment on the planet.
@@jimbeam4111 your name is a breakfast brand bruh… I wouldn’t be talking 😂
@@yessahblessah24 breakfast brand? 😂 Completely lost aren’t you? Remember you work for me.
I just got back from my sixth trip to Hawaii, first time to Maui (4 trips to Big Island and one to Kauai). I've had nothing but great experiences with the locals. I have found that they will go out of their way to be helpful and I have learned so much about the culture and history from them. They've told me about great places to eat for cheap. They've told me about where to get in and out of the water at tricky beaches. They showed me where to jump when I jumped off South Point on the Big Island. Some of best memories of Hawaii involve meeting interesting locals, such as an old guy that fished up a Humuhumu on Front Street in Lahaina and then showed me how it would attack his lighter before throwing it back into the water.
I've also seen visitors be rude and disrespectful. I understand the anger that locals must experience. I've seen visitors leave trash or ignore Kapu signs. I've seen them play their own music on their phones while some incredible local musician was singing a song about where he grew up.
If you give aloha, you get it back. Pretty simple. And it's why I'll keep going back to Hawaii.
Mahalo for sharing your experiences in Hawaii. For the most part, locals are friendly.
Maika'i nui
I recognize the Voice clearly of the Kānaka in this Video. He is a lineal descendant with ancestral ties so in my humble opinion, he has the right to say “my island”. This is different than a “local” perspective. “Local” is an indifferent term in this context.
All that said, I do like your perspective and your videos on this channel. Keep sharing your stories brah...
Mahalo. Appreciate the insight.
This man took responsibility for the land i guess. As in "My" responsibility. 🤷♂️
@@HawaiiReal He only took responsibility for purposefully letting his dog shit everywhere.
You offered a very honest and unbiased analysis of the situation. Unfortunately, some tourists do behave bad, I have seen it myself. In this particular situation, the older gentleman came charging with his finger pointing, which demonstrated an overly aggressive behavior, leading up to an altercation. Regarding the local guy, well you can’t lay the entire blame on him, he seems to be just proud of being from Hawaii, nothing wrong with that, people take pride in their heritage and the place where they live, I believe it’s incumbent upon the tourists to be mindful of local sensitives
It was a tough situation. I agree. As soon as the finger came out, it was doomed. Something was going to happen. Just hope we don't see more of these types of things this summer.
I think you hit three nail on the head.... Tourists everywhere tend to feel like the can do anything. Good example, Friend runs housekeeping at a major Las Vegas Hotel that caters to Hawaii locals. The Hawaii locals TEAR the rooms up!.. Makes you go Hmmmm??
The video starts out with the woman saying the dogs pooping all over the place- not good. And the man who came out of left field was totally out of line sticking pointing his finger in the man's face. I'm not going to Divide this into tourist and locals, Because they're All people. Grown Ups!! The Islanders appreciate the money that comes in from the tourist. SMH people should know how to Respect Everything and Obey the Rules, The Law. WE WERE MADE FOR A BETTER PURPOSE! this ridiculousness has to stop
@@TropicalGardenGuy yeah, like I said, They're Grown Ups they need to stop acting like they're not
Tourist lack respect for us local people. They don't respect the land and area they are staying at. Mind you not all are bad, but a majority lack respect. How would they feel if we did the same to their home?
I am a European and I would love to one day visit your islands, I think that respect and love go a long way, and I intend on learning more about your people and hawaii in general.
I agree that there are tourists that lack respect. However I do feel like this isn't the case for all tourists, some people like me travel to understand new perspectives and learn about other cultures and experience them.
I am angry at the tourists in the video btw, just absolutely self absorbed and respectless.
Thank you for this video. First, I wanted to say that I wish everyone was as open minded and intelligent as you. Secondly, I can't stand the poor behaviour of such tourists as these in the video. Typical 'Karen characters', always ready to fight and give others unsolicited advice. I have never been to Hawaii but am aware of the locals' frustration re the rich buying up the land driving up prices, making it often impossible for the locals to have access to affordable housing. Should not be made allowed at all. And then you have these disrespectful, often aggressive visitors bothering locals on a small island, well, it certainly doesn't help.
Just leave others alone, mind your own business, and appreciate you were able to visit such a unique place at all and try being nice to others, that's the key to a great holiday! Wishing you the best and lots of love to thr Hawaiian people! ❤️
This video is 100% spot on. Respect means treating people the way they want to be treated. Learn about other people so you can treat them the way they want to be treated.
What a stupid comment. I want to be treated like a king. So treat me like a king. Treat people not as they want to be treated, but as you would expect them to treat you.
Hello From Hawaii, are you even a native Hawaiian? No offense but you are not even a native Hawaiian and yet you think you are one of them. Sadly, 90% of the locals there aren't even native Hawaiian themselves but they think they are Hawaiians. Most of your ancestors were immigrants that came from the US, Asia, Southeast Asia and Europe for labor, work and sugar planation. You are all outsiders yourselves. That's what I notice when I used to live there. People there have identity issue. They don't even know who the hell they are. It's quite sad.
Let me start by saying I love my island. Lol. I'm not saying that to claim possession. I'm saying that because I love the gift that God gave me. Not everyone here shows or represents that. I'm out there everyday interacting and investing in our island. I see far more locals leaving garbage, tearing up the Aina,, endangering our animals, letting their dogs run free, attacking our seals, etc. I've even had to have the conversation with born and raised locals, that if they don't take care of this place better than the mainlanders, there may come a day that it will no longer be their island. So don't be hypocrite and use "my island" as leverage for something you are not entitled to. If you don't love and appreciate something, You may wake up one day and it's gone. So... Love your land, love its people, and Love those who pass through here and cherish the gift you were given.
Mahalo for sharing 🤙
I have taken 6 trips to Hawaii and each trip I saw more locals leaving trash on the beaches than the tourist. That was what I observed . I also observed impatient / rude people that would not slow their pace down and respect where they were lucky enough to be at. Some tourist are busy being rude to other tourist too. I do not live at a tourist destination but the same thing happens here. Fast food gets thrown out of the car. My local creek is always full of trash. So at home or visiting elsewhere respect your home and someone else's home.
Amen and a big Mahalo, I love & deeply respect our 'Aina, will even fight for it if ever called upon.
Aloha! I was a Tour Guide in Hawaii...I know
Shout out to the Hawaiians who understand Hawaii is not America!!
@Ben S Thanks for your expression of support for those of us who have recovered our sense and knowledge of our national consciousness and identity! I don't think it would have happened without Keanu Sai and his dedication, discipline, research and sharing his knowledge, so he deserves credit and recognition for being the spark and catalyst that has resulted in the increasing awareness across Hawaii and internationally that our country was not overthrown and continues to exist. It should be pointed out that acknowledging the continuity of the Hawaiian Kingdom and its occupation by the US, and supporting the effort to expose that fact and to bring the US into compliance with international humanitarian law as a step toward the ultimate end of the occupation and the restitution of a lawful government has nothing to do with being anti-American and hating America or Americans. To the contrary, it is as what Dr. Martin Luther King Jr said, challenging America to live up to its stated ideals, such as respect for the rule of law, equal rights and justice under law, consent of the governed. Real and true Americans understand that and have no reason to oppose the deoccupation of the Hawaiian Kingdom; which would be a dramatic and powerful testament to the dedication of Americans to their lofty and inspiring ideals!
@@pakelika100No way to hide in this information age. They can talk about freedom all they like. Ironic when they continue to occupy a nation.
Then let Hawaii secede and become its own country and be overtaken by China within two days.
@@WinstonSmith24 same as getting taken over by anyone else. You haven't address the injustice. Only highlighted it.