Two Islands, One Unforgettable Trip

Just returned from an amazing 9-day Hawaii adventure exploring both Kauai and Oahu! Here's our complete expense report for two people – perfect reference for planning your own island-hopping getaway. ✈️ Transportation: ¥23,735 ANA Round-trip Tickets: ¥16,400 Couchii Upgrade: ¥1,900 Inter-island Flights (Kauai ↔ Oahu): ¥3,000 Rideshare/Taxi: ¥2,400 Bus: ¥35 🏨 Accommodation: ¥27,480 Kauai Sheraton: ¥10,700 (3 nights with breakfast) Oahu Kahala Resort: ¥9,980 (3 nights with breakfast) Halepuna Waikiki: ¥6,800 (2 nights) 🍽️ Food & Drinks: ~¥4,500 Kauai Dining: ¥2,200 Oahu Meals: Poke Bowls: ¥350 Kai Coffee: ¥60 McDonald's: ¥235 Marugame Udon: ¥305 Ramen (multiple visits): ~¥500 Musubi: ¥22 Coffee Runs: Kona Coffee: ¥43 Halekulani: ¥95 🎯 Activities & Tours: ¥3,626 Na Pali Coast Boat Tour (Kauai): ¥3,200 Hanauma Bay Snorkeling: ¥360 Diamond Head Entry: ¥66 🛍️ Shopping & Souvenirs: ~¥1,157 Starbucks: ¥48 Lipstick: ¥64 Magnets: ¥45 Hello Kitty & Misc: ~¥1,000 📞 Miscellaneous: ¥771 SIM Card: ¥260 Travel Insurance: ¥341 Tips: ~¥170 💡 Budget Tips & Insights Island Hopping: Inter-island flights are affordable but book early Accommodation: Mix luxury (Kahala) with mid-range (Halepuna) for best value Food: Balance splurge meals with affordable options like musubi and udon Activities: Prioritize one big tour per island (Na Pali Coast is worth every penny!) Transport: Use buses for short distances, rideshare for convenience 🌺 Trip Highlights Kauai: Na Pali Coast boat tour = absolute must! 🚤 Oahu: Kahala Resort experience & Diamond Head hike Food: Poke bowls and Kona coffee lived up to the hype! Value: Despite high costs, the natural beauty and experiences are priceless Yes, Hawaii is expensive – but with careful planning, you can create memories that last a lifetime without completely breaking the bank! #US #Hawaii #Honolulu