Bring your loved ones unique Hawaiian gifts without breaking the bank.
Depending on where you stay and what activities you choose to do, Hawaiian vacations can be pretty expensive. Rather than spending all your money on gifts for other people, choose some inexpensive Hawaiian items for your friends and family, and save the rest of your cash for something nice for you. Choose authentic Hawaiian souvenirs that may be difficult and more expensive to find or buy back on the mainland.
Macadamia Nuts
Macadamia nuts are grown naturally in Hawaii, and you can find them almost everywhere. These nuts are not only delicious they are very healthy for you, too. According to Hawaii Shopping, macadamia nuts contain 80 percent monounsaturated (good) fat, are cholesterol-free and may help reduce both high blood pressure and the risk of heart disease. In Hawaii, they are a regular food staple and come in a wide variety of gourmet flavors including chocolate-covered, honey roasted, dry roasted and more. Save money by purchasing them at local grocery stores or drugstores rather than buying them at tourist traps or the airport.
Kona Coffee
Kona coffee is grown in Hawaii, and it is one of the main exports of the island state. While pure Kona coffee can be expensive, the Kona blends are just as tasty and priced for budget shoppers. Taste different blends at local coffee shops to see which type is the best. You can buy the coffee beans at some coffee shops or at the local grocery store. The coffee lovers back home will love that you brought them this gift, and they won't even know that it was a cost-efficient souvenir.
Hawaiin Necklaces
Leis are some of the most well-known items from Hawaii, and they are available for purchase. You can buy a fresh, packaged lei at the airport to take back to your grandmother or other women in your life, according to the Hawaii Travel Guide. An even less expensive item is a kukui nut necklace. These giant brown and black nuts look like beads, and they are believed to bring good luck and prosperity to their owners.
Sea Turtles
Sea turtles are renowned in the native Polynesian culture of Hawaii. They symbolize luck and health, and locals refer to them as honus. They are such a big part of the local culture that they even have beers named in their honor. You can find inexpensive turtle gifts in many shapes and forms for everyone on your gift list. Buy small stuffed sea turtles for children and carved shell or wooden turtles for adults or teens. You can find these inexpensive items at the local drugstore, or bargain with beach vendors for low prices on them.
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