You may know them as “flip-flops” or as my Australian mates call them “thongs”, but here in Hawaii we wear “rubber slippers”. Living on an island, slippers are an essential part of an un-official Hawaii uniform. Flip-flops were inspired by traditional woven Japanese sandals.Post war, versions were briefly popularized by servicemen returning from Japan. There are a few important things you should know about slippers, price doesn’t matter. In fact here in Hawaii, it almost seems that the less expensive your slipper – the better it will be. One of my favorite slipper shopping spots is Long’s Drug Store where I purchase my size 10 “Locals” slippers.
Another vital bit of slipper etiquette, when entering a home in Hawaii it is customary to always remove your shoes. Yet another good reason to wear them, easy-on and easy-off. Typically you will notice a stash of slippers outside the doorway. Which brings me to another pointer – when leaving a large party don’t be surprised if someone may have “upgraded” and taken your slippers upon their departure. By don’t worry; in keeping with the Aloha Spirit, they will be sure to leave you their older pair. (Posted by CM – images Wikapedia).
It’s been a tough week for Hawaii tourism as 2 major airlines, Aloha and ATA have ceased operations. Aloha’s last day was March 31st and this gave passengers just 1 day to make alternate flight plans. Following ATA’s bankruptcy filing on Thursday, Oakland International Airport was left without any direct flights to Hawaii. All the latest new, weekly weathercast, spotlight feature and more.
You may know them as “flip-flops” or as my Australian mates call them “thongs”, but here in 
Another vital bit of slipper etiquette, when entering a home in 