Regardless of how long you have lived in Hawaii, there are certain things you know to be true. And, oftentimes, those who have never lived in – or even traveled to – Hawaii don’t necessarily understand or appreciate these thirteen truths.
- The Hawaiian Islands couldn’t be more different from one another.
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- If it starts raining while you’re at the beach, it will most likely pass in ten minutes.
Waikiki Nanatorium/Flickr You will also likely get to enjoy a beautiful rainbow.
- There is nothing quite like watching a vibrant Hawaiian sunset with a loved one.
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- It’s not a meal if it doesn’t feature rice.
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- Some of the coolest spots cannot be reached by car.
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- Having geckos for roommates is actually a good thing.
Library_dragon/Flickr Geckos are not only lucky in Hawaiian culture, but they also eat many unwanted pests.
- There is absolutely nothing better than malasadas from Leonard’s Bakery…
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- …except maybe poke from Da Poke Shack.
Kent D./Yelp After all, this Kailua-Kona gem is only the top-rated restaurant in the entire country, according to Yelp.
- When vacationing on the mainland, your legitimate Hawaii license gets skeptical looks.
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- There is something incredibly special about exploring the world beneath the ocean’s surface.
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- Adding ham and pineapple to a pizza doesn’t make it Hawaiian.
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- You have more aunties and uncles than you can count.
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- Hawaii is absolutely paradise on earth, and you will always consider the islands home.
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What are other truths for people who live in Hawaii? Share your opinions in the comments below!
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You will also likely get to enjoy a beautiful rainbow.
Belindah/Flickr
Charlie Boy Criscola/Flickr
Marvin Chandra/Flickr
Library_dragon/Flickr
Geckos are not only lucky in Hawaiian culture, but they also eat many unwanted pests.
Sun Brockie/Flickr
Kent D./Yelp
After all, this Kailua-Kona gem is only the top-rated restaurant in the entire country, according to Yelp.
YoungThousands/Flickr
Thanks, Superbad.
Franklin Samir Dattein/Flickr
Elsie Hui/Flickr
Hjl/Flickr
Kanaka Menehune/Flickr
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