Flying From The East Coast To HAWAII: Checking Into Our BEACH Front Military Resort | Hale Koa Hotel

We flew coach with American Airlines from Charleston, SC to Honolulu, HI. It was one of the longest travel days EVER! We started at 11am EST with a beer and cider at the airport bar. Then ended at Hale Koa hotel in Hawaii at about midnight which would have been around 5am back home. We were TIRED and HUNGRY LOL.

While we didn’t have too many issues, no major delays or cancellations, we didn’t really have any time in between flights to grab real food. So, we survived on cheezits and complimentary plane snacks. With two connections and flights over 5 hours, I wish there had been an in flight meal…or at least an option for a basic sandwich but I guess they don’t do that anymore? After landing we grabbed our luggage and a ride from Hawaii 23 shuttle service. It was an easy and affordable ($33) experience with just a quick 20 min drive over to the resort. When we checked into the hotel we immediately placed an order at “Oh My Grill” in Waikiki with Uber Eats. It was a decent meal of fried chicken and fish with some traditional macaroni salad…truly we couldn’t complain and we were so thankful they were open after midnight!

After a long day we were happy to be checked in and horizontal in bed lol Time to rest and get ready for some hawaiian adventures! Thanks for traveling with us! See you on the next one when we explore Oahu!