9 Simple Ways to Support Local Hawaii Businesses This Season

Ever wonder why your Hawaii dollars disappear into big chains instead of the hands that actually shape the islands?

Supporting local businesses in Hawaii matters, but most visitors stick to resorts and miss the family-run spots that keep communities thriving.

👉 Hit play now to hear 9 local business owners share their stories and learn exactly how to support Hawaii's heart, whether you're visiting next week or shopping from home.

👉In this episode, you will:

• Hear directly from local owners about what responsible tourism actually looks like and why small businesses matter
• Discover where to shop, eat, and explore to keep your money in the community (from shave ice to ukuleles to home decor)
• Learn how to support these businesses online, even if you're not planning a trip anytime soon

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Scroll up ⬆️ and hit play now to discover the local businesses that make Hawaii feel like Hawaii and how you can support them this season.

🤙Businesses mentioned:

• 1:47 Tutu's Pantry - Episode
• 5:39 Lexbreezy - Episode
• 9:19 Patrick Parker - Episode
• 12:23 Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice - Episode
• 17:03 The Sunrise Shack - Episode
• 21:46 Margaritas - Episode
• 24:45 NoHo Home - Episode
• 29:57 Little Bird Photography - Episode
• 32:15 Kamaka Ukulele -

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About Your Host: Bryan Murphy is the founder of Hawaii’s Best Travel & a Certified Hawaii Destination Expert through the Hawaii Tourism Authority, since 2020. An HVCB member since 2019, he helps first-time & repeat visitors plan unforgettable Hawaii vacations w/ clear, practical advice & authentic cultural insight.

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