Hawaii was admitted to the Union of the United States in 1959. Language English is the official language. Hawaiian is the local language and due to the large variety of tourists arriving from all over the world, many foreign languages are spoken at hotels and resorts. Medical services Very expensive. Make sure you are well covered by sufficient medical insurance before leaving your destination.
Most hotels have resident doctors.
Population Total population of all the Hawaiian islands stands at about 1,144,800. Religion Many religions and denominations are represented in Hawaii. Shopping Shopping hours are varied and often late into the evening at popular tourist destinations. Credit cards are widely accepted. Sport and recreation.