Visit Hawaii cheaper: What to know about camping on the islands

• For the most up-close and personal encounter at Hawaii's natural wonders, you should skip a hotel and go camping.
• Visitors should keep in mind Hawaii has two seasons: summer is the sunny season and winter is the rainy season.
• You can only book one campsite or cabin at a time, it will cost $30 per night for non-residents.

Hawaii offers many things for visitors, from raw natural beauty to iconic historical and cultural sites. Truly experiencing the isolated archipelago means more than just strolling through Waikiki in Honolulu – although the surf there is renowned – and hitting other must-do activities like hiking Diamond Head and touring 'Iolani Palace. Truly experiencing Hawaii means getting outside to enjoy the sunshine and the surf. 

For centuries, living in Hawaii meant also living in harmony with the outside – from mauka (mountains) to makai (ocean). The Native Hawaiians' livelihoods have always rested on Hawaii's natural resources, like fishing and farming, and today, many locals enjoy spending time surfing and spending all day at the beach. 

HAWAII IS DITCHING STRICT ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:No more COVID tests, vaccine proof or quarantine