Place names are usually difficult for newcomers unless they apply the simple rules given above. There are some really long titles but they will become simple to pronounce if you concentrate on those vowels and the stressed syllable. Let's look at the name for a popular tourist attraction, Place of Refuge National Park in Honaunau. The Hawaiian name is Pu'uhonua O Honaunau. Here are a few more tips.
Restrooms often have the Hawaiian equivalent of Men and Women on the doors.
Best to learn that the gentlemen use the one marked Kanes and the ladies head for the one marked Wahines. When getting directions, you may hear someone say mauka or makai. The first, means toward the mountains and the second means on the ocean side. Good luck with your new language skills. Don't be afraid to try them out.