Best Hawaii Gifts (when you are on vacation or not!)
I don’t know about you…but when I am not in Hawaii, I am dreaming of the next time I will be! If you have someone in your life who fits that description, you may be looking for the best Hawaii gifts to wrap for under the tree this Christmas.
I have searched high and low for beautiful, unique gifts from Hawaii to make your loved ones smile while they wait on their next island vacation! And if you are looking to surprise someone with a trip this Christmas, wrapping up one of these is a wonderful way to spill the beans!
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These recommendations all come from Etsy, which means they are handcrafted with love. Most of them are made in Hawaii too! Check out Etsy’s holiday gift guide hub for personalized gifts for more unique ideas.
Perfect Gifts for Hawaii Lovers
Hawaiian Print Medium Size Shoulder Tote Bag
This Hawaiian Print Medium Tote Bag is the perfect size for everyday use…AND it has this beautiful Monstera plant print which is my favorite! I do not have a green thumb, but I have had a thriving Monstera plant in my home for several years that I just love, so I am partial to this tropical design!
This shoulder tote bag is perfect for every day use – both on vacation and at home. Measuring 8.5Hx10Wx4D inches, it also has a 7.5 inch strap. It can be used as a purse ,but with room for necessities for a day out. It has a zipper closure as well as a zippered pocket on the outside.
This beautiful Hawaiian tote would also make a unique Hawaiian gift bag to fill with some other smaller items below for a stunning, tropical gift for your favorite Hawaii traveler.
Boho Longboard Wall Hanging
This Longboard Wall Art is the perfect addition to a home that loves to bring the outdoors in and feature art pieces that remind of favorite experiences!
Size options are offered from 24″ to 69″ with an an option to hang vertically or horizontally. Choose from a small piece to hang on your porch or a large piece as the main focal point in a living room or bedroom. The wood grain of the 1/2″ thick birch wood makes each piece unique. You can also choose to have the longboard personalized with wood burning.
When I told the artisan that Island + Alpine creates content to inspire others to explore the beaches and mountains around them, she stated that she designs her pieces to “bring all those places inside so you can have that feeling all the time!” We LOVE when pieces in our home remind us of the amazing places we’ve been and adventures we’ve experienced!
Hawaii Map Poster Print
A gorgeous and personal way to decorate your home is with beautiful art pieces from your travels! Check out this stunning Hawaii Map print that would look amazing in any home or office. I love the soothing colors in this print!
Print sizes range from 10″ wide to large scale (84″ wide) and can be ordered with or without a frame or on wrapped canvas. Frames are offered in natural, black and white.
This shop has over 5,000 reviews with an average 5 star rating attesting to the incredible quality of this artwork as well as the quick shipping.
Sweet Maui Mango Coconut Shell Candle
This Sweet Mango Coconut Shell Candle is a lovely gift for someone who finds that particular scents revive beautiful past experiences. Let the smells of tropical mango and pineapple, take you back to your time on the islands of Hawaii!
The coconut shell base is beautifully unique and holds a 6 ounce candle that will last for at least 25 hours. The wax is made of coco apricot creme and is free of all parabens and toxins. These candles are handmade on the island of Maui.
Explore the other listings in their shop if you’d prefer Fresh Island Lei, Kua Lavender, Sunrise Plumeria, or Kona Coffee! There are many more fresh, fruity, and floral options to choose from!
Wooden Aloha Shirt Ornament or Gift Tag
This adorable laser cut wood Aloha shirt would look so festive with a ribbon on a Christmas tree! It would also make a cute gift tag on a wrapped set of plane tickets to your loved ones favorite Hawaiian island (hint, hint).
Made of birch, this shirt is laser cut and then hand sanded on the island of O’ahu. It stands 3 3/8″ tall x 2 7/8″ wide. The perfect size for a gift accessory or ornament!
Ocean Wave Necklace
So…this Ocean Wave Necklace just made it’s way onto MY wish list…isn’t it a beauty? I love the elegance and simplicity of it that would allow me to wear it any day of the week.
Gold filled or Sterling Silver – you can take your pick. 16″ or 18″ inch chains are both available as well. The wave is 1 3/4″ wide and hand formed and then hammered for added sparkle.
Reviewers love the fast shipping, great communication, excellent quality, and lightweight of these pieces. You’ll find so many other options in their online shop if you have something else in mind. There is gorgeous sea glass, ocean charm necklaces, abalone, single or triple wave jewelry and much more.
Hawaiian Jewelry Sea Glass Earrings
The color of the ocean in Hawaii is one of the most beautiful colors in the world, am I right? For the best way to carry that color with you all year long, even when your next Hawaii trip is months away, gift these gorgeous sea glass earrings made in Honolulu.
These beauties are handmade with sea glass using a wire wrapping technique. The hooks can also be switched out for other options if you prefer.
There are several options to choose from so take a few minutes to explore her shop – I also LOVE these sea glass wave earrings! Jewelry is the perfect gift for Hawaii lovers as it is practical AND pretty!
More Ideas for Authentic Hawaiian Gifts
These listings above are some of my favorite gifts for people who love Hawaii – but there are so many more to choose from if you haven’t had found something just right yet! Also, if you want a cool souvenir from Hawaii without traveling there right now, Etsy is this perfect place for handmade, authentic Hawaiian gifts.
Hop down this rabbit hole of more handmade gifts from Hawaii to find the perfect items for your loved one! Choose from koa wood home décor items, gorgeous wall art, beautiful jewelry, pretty and practical beach towels and tote bags, as well as tasty macadamia nut treats!
Mahalo for reading and Mele Kalikimaka!
