Hawaii Quick Facts           

Population: 1,211,537 (892,000 on Oahu)

State capital: Honolulu (415 South Beretania Street, Honolulu, HI 96813, 808-586-2211)

Date of Statehood: August 21, 1959

State motto: Ua mau ke 'ea o ka 'aina i ka pono (The life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness)

State anthem: Hawaii Pono'i, written in 1874 by King Kalakaua

State flag:     Features the British Union Jack and eight red, white and blue stripes representing the eight major islands of Hawaii

State sales tax: 4.16% is added to purchases in Hawaii. Foreign visitors must pay duty at customs upon arrival home.

State flower:       Yellow hibiscus

State bird:     Nene (Hawaiian goose)

State tree:  Kukui (candlenut)

State fish:   Humuhumu-nukunuku-a-pua'a (reef trigger fish)

State marine mammal: Humpback whale

State gem: Black coral  

State team sport: Outrigger canoe paddling

State seal:       Features the state coat of arms with King Kamehameha I, left, the Goddess of Liberty, right; the year Hawaii became a state; the state motto; and the phoenix, embellished with maidenhair fern, banana and taro leaves.

Native Hawaiians make up approximately 11% of Hawaii's population.

Time Difference: Hawaii stays the same all year long! We have so much sunshine that we don't need to 'save' it. During standard time (Nov.-Mar.), Hawaii is two hours behind the Pacific Time Zone. During daylight savings time (Apr.-Oct.), Hawaii is three hours behind the Pacific time zone.

Pet Quarantine Regulations: Great news!! Recent changes may allow you to bring your pet home with you from the airport! Call us for details and requirements!

Plant Quarantine Regulations: Federal law prohibits taking or sending certain fresh fruits, vegetables and plants to the US Mainland. Some quarantined items may be shipped if they are inspected by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) before shipment. Call USDA 24-hour hotline: 1-808-541-1991.

Driving: Speed limits in Hawaii are generally lower than most other places and seat belt use is mandatory for driver and front-seat passengers. Toddlers 4 and under must ride in child safety seats.

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