Thanksgiving 2022: Traveling to Hawaii? Here's what travel experts advise

The Hawaii Department of Transportation anticipates Thanksgiving travel numbers to be higher than or similar to pre-pandemic levels. Here are some tips for travelers prior to boarding their flights

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The Christmas season is a popular time for travel. Pack your patience because there may be longer wait times at the airports. Even though Hawaiian Airlines is boosting the number of flights to assist meet the demand of more than 140,000 passengers in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving.

If you're traveling between islands, it's advised that you go to the airport at least two hours before takeoff. Out-of-state visitors are advised to come three hours early.

Travelers won't spend time seeking a place at each parking structure because of the recently installed digital parking signs, which will inform them of the number of available stalls at each building.


Jai Cunningham, the Hawaii Department of Transportation's public information officer, warns that parking spaces will fill up soon. "It's better if you're dropped off at the airport".

​Diabetic and travelling? Don't worry, IRCTC has you covered​
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The Railway Board has given IRCTC the flexibility to customise its menu to include food suitable for diabetics.

The Railway Board has given IRCTC the flexibility to customise its menu to include food suitable for diabetics.
The move is aimed at improving catering services on trains and giving passengers more options.

The move is aimed at improving catering services on trains and giving passengers more options.
Not only diabetics, the menu will provide options of baby food and health food options to make travel easier for those in need.

Not only diabetics, the menu will provide options of baby food and health food options to make travel easier for those in need.
The new menu will feature regional cuisines/preferences, seasonal delicacies, including millet-based local products.

The new menu will feature regional cuisines/preferences, seasonal delicacies, including millet-based local products.
The menu will also include food in accordance with requirements during festivals.

The menu will also include food in accordance with requirements during festivals.
For prepaid trains where catering charges are included, the IRCTC will set the menu within the tariff already notified.

For prepaid trains where catering charges are included, the IRCTC will set the menu within the tariff already notified.
The IRCTC also said that there will be an upgradation in quality and standards of food and service while deciding the menu.

The IRCTC also said that there will be an upgradation in quality and standards of food and service while deciding the menu.
The menu and tariff of the present 'janta' meals will remain unchanged, IRCTC said.

The menu and tariff of the present 'janta' meals will remain unchanged, IRCTC said.
The IRCTC had been providing local cuisines in trains as a part of tie-ups with chains where they shared the revenue earned.

The IRCTC had been providing local cuisines in trains as a part of tie-ups with chains where they shared the revenue earned.


American airlines claim that they are ready for the projected increase in travel over the Christmas season. It advises travelers to check flight tracker applications to make sure their flight is not delayed.
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Additionally, keep in mind that liquids must be contained in bags and should not exceed 3.4 ounces in size.

Masks are still necessary from the moment you enter an airport until you arrive and collect your luggage, thus bringing extra masks, particularly on lengthy trips, as well as hand sanitizer would help.

It's that time of year when hundreds of people come to the islands to reunite with family and friends; make sure you have these recommendations for a trouble-free flight.


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FAQ


1-What COVID test is required for Hawaii?
For arriving domestic travelers, there are no longer any COVID test requirements.

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2- Is it safe to go to Hawaii right now?
To enter the Hawaiian Islands, visitors no longer need to fill out a Safe Travels application. For arriving local or international travelers, there are no COVID requirements.
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