Typical Hawaii weather in March

High: ~81°F (27°C) | Low: ~67°F (19°C)
Vibe: Warm days, pleasant "light sweater" evenings
Rain: End of the wet season, expect passing tropical showers (usually 10-15 mins) followed by rainbows 

Always a good idea to check your weather app when you're packing!

Essentials

• Books: Bring at least one for the plane, one for the pool, and one to swap!
• Headphones/earbuds: A must for the flight and the audiobook walk.
• Tote bag or backpack: Crucial for carrying book hauls from bookstores and gear to the beach.
• Portable charger and/or power bank: You'll want your phone charged up for audiobooks and photo opps!
  

Clothing

• Swimwear: Bring 2 suits - One to wear while the other dries.
• Cover-up / sarong: Easy transition from pool to room.
• Rash guard / SPF shirt: Highly recommended to prevent sunburn (sun is strong even in March!)
• Light sweater / jacket: For the sunset dinner cruise, evening breezes, and air-conditioned hotel rooms.
• Rain jacket: A lightweight, packable one just in case of passing showers.
• Dinner outfits: Think "resort casual" — nothing is fancy in Hawaii. We suggest lightweight pants or a maxi dress for the dinner cruise since it might get chilly on the water.
• Comfortable walking shoes: For the audiobook walk and bookstore browsing.
• Sandals / flip-flops: The Hawaii uniform—but we call them "slippers" here.
  

Toiletries & extras

• Reef-safe sunscreen: Required by law in Hawaii. Look for mineral sunscreens, non-nano zinc oxide or titanium dioxide.
• Sunglasses & hat: Wide-brim is best for reading by the pool.
• Waterproof phone case: Great for the beach or unexpected splashes.
• Snorkel gear: Optional. We will provide snorkel gear, but if you are particular about fit, bring your own mask. The hotel provides boogie boards and beach chairs.

Getting from the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to the Wayfinder Waikiki hotel (2375 Ala Wai Blvd) usually takes about 20–30 minutes, depending on traffic.

You can book an airport shuttle in advance here, or use a rideshare app (Uber/Lyft). The cost is typically $30-$40, unless surge pricing is in effect. There are taxis available, but they tend to be more expensive.

Rideshare pickup locations are on the 1st Floor (Arrivals level)

• From Terminal 1 (Hawaiian Airlines): Exit the baggage claim area. The pickup area is curbside, located near Baggage Claim 6.
• From Terminal 2 (International & domestic mainland flights): Exit the baggage claim and cross the first street to the center median. There are two designated zones: one across from Baggage Claims 19/20 and another across from Baggage Claim 31.

We will be staying at the Wayfinder Waikiki, located at 2375 Ala Wai Blvd. Your reservation is under your own name. You should have received an email confirmation directly from the hotel, let us know if you did not receive it (hello@silentbook.club).

Three nights (March 5-8) have been paid for in advance with our group reservation. If you added additional nights, you will be charged for those separately at the hotel.

Check-in is at 3 pm, check-out is at 11 am. Early check-in and late check-out are based on availability and may cost additional fees. Please check with the Front Desk at check-in for availability. Luggage storage is available. 

See hotel FAQs for more information.

We require all SBC Reading Retreat participants to purchase travel insurance at the time of booking to cover unexpected cancellations, illness or injury, lost baggage, or other expenses. You can compare plans online and purchase from any provider.

Within 30 days of departure, the retreat fees are non-refundable (see terms & conditions). If you haven't yet purchased trip insurance, please do so ASAP!