doing everything through the TSA pre-check online portal was super easy then you make your…read moreappointment to come in the only thing that I had trouble with and it's no fault that theirs is when you put in the address it tells you to turn down a street which is only for commercial vehicle deliveries because it's kind of like downtown Fort Street mall where they have the sidewalk for the street but you can go on there if you have deliveries and stuff so and there's no parking in the building. You have to find street parking and then just walk in. There's a bunch of construction going on in the building but other than that, it was fast. I was in and out of there maybe five minutes.

What a farce. Do not go here super sketch.. seriously. Apparently there are two precheck websites…read moreone where you choose your time and another where they assign you a time. In this case bfs forced assigned time was Saturday at 820 and I'm thinking no government works on a Saturday this must be a scam..but it said they open at 830 on Saturdays on yelp it kinda looked legit. Anyway when I drop him off the doors are locked and there are a bunch of people some from Ewa beach that are here for the same thing. At 9 am the door to the building is still locked while people are still lining up others left in disgust. I asked a lady who was going into the building if tsa is even located in there she said there's a sign on the door you can call. Then she looked and said nope they took it down. Mind you this is a real location, but the one on richards st (1 block away) is way better, I was in and out in 15. There are also locations in Office Depot/max. Some guy in line said he came last week and after two hours they told him computers slow come back next week, only to stand in line to an unopened building. One guy had the phone number to the office and no one answered. It's now Monday and I wonder how long did they wait only to have to go back home. What could they do better? Not make Saturday appointments if the office is closed. If they are open but no one is showing let the hoard of people know versus letting them wait outside for hours. Communicate if computers slow after 15 minutes tell everyone it's up to them if they want to stay but it's slow. Check if the first website that turns up is legit or if there's a glitch with doling out Saturday appointments vs choosing, cuz why is it you can choose a time on the second site listing? Something is def amiss.

It's not often that a C&C or State clerk at the DMV or City Hall will offer fast and friendly…read moreservice, so today's experience definitely stood out. Props to Mollie Brunn at the service counter for a really great experience. She was polite, professional, friendly, and fast. I went in to transfer a vehicle title and registration into my name and was expecting that it would take forever. I had an appointment thru the AlohaQ website that I made a week ago and went in about fifteen minutes early. The location was pretty full, so I was glad that I had an appointment. I checked in at the front and was instructed to take a seat to be called. They have an electronic sign board behind the counters so you can see your appointment number, time, and place in line. Mollie called out my name about 5 minutes later and directed me to a window that was closed. She helped me there and verified my paperwork, and instructed me how to complete it. The entire process only took less than 5 minutes, and I was done with my new title and registration in hand. Hooray!!

This satellite silly hall is located in the Windward city mall. Walk between Baskin-Robbins and…read moreLNL, across from McDonald's and you'll easily find it. Staff was very personable. This location takes appointments and walk-ins. All your forms can be found in the front entry right inside the door.

My biometrics appointment went well and fast people there were nice and accomodating…read moreI think it only took me 10 mins to finish

23 November 2020 My…read moremother has a long overdue appointment. Due to covid19 the facilities were locked down and assumingly severely delayed USCIS processes. Anyway, she was finally able to get an appointment. We arrived downtown super early and was able to find parking along the street. It was still early so we sat in the car and waited. There is a parking garage for the plaza with access from Pohukaina Street. Parking fee is $3 per 30 minutes. Nearer her appointment time she wanted to use the bathroom before going in so we walked around the plaza in search of one. She remembered seeing one in the parking garage during her last visit so we headed to the parking area. While there we did find a bathroom however, it was locked and required a code to access it, which we did not have. We went to the nearby guard station and asked them about access to the bathroom at which time they gave us an access code. USCIS has offices in Building 2, floors 4 and 5. Depending on which part in the process you are will determine which floor your appointment is. My mother's appointment was on the 5th floor so we took the elevator there; I'm sure there are stairs in case of emergencies, but I did not see them from the ground floor. Inside, the elevator opens up to a security guard checkpoint. The guards ask for your appointment letter (you can only access with an appointment and only the application is allowed beyond the security checkpoint) and then they have you place all your items in a bin to go through a scanner. You then go through a body scanner, similar to the airport scanners. Once through the security checkpoint, immigration officials have desks with security glass to process applicants. There is a small waiting area but, I'm not sure who that is for since only applicants are allowed back. I was only allowed back after Michelle, the official working with my mother, asked to speak with me. No photography or recording devices are allowed, and definitely no weapons even if you have a permit to carry. Both floors are heavily secured. There are three guards a both security checkpoint on each floor (& those are only the ones I saw) and there are security cameras watching every angle.

"4" for the long line, but, a "5" for the 3 employees for their patience. I arrived at 10:30am for…read moremy 10:45am appointment to renew my driver license today. Ridiculous to find a long line that snaked out into the stairwell. This long line is for everyone with an appointment and not. This was changed from having 2 separate lines and the genius power to be decided to change to 1 line! An employee with a clipboard would come out to check everyone for their purpose of being in line. Because I had an appointment made with their online Aloha Q, he pulled me out, looked at my application and gave me a number. I then proceeded to the waiting area at 10:44am and, finally, was seen around 11:10am! Although, I brought my birth certificate, 2 proof of residency, eye check certificate from my optometrist so I don't have to get my eyes checked with their icky eyes check machine and current driver license, I was told unless I had changed my address or name, I only needed my current driver license, money to pay the fee and my eyes checked certificate! Oh, if you're already a registered voter, you do not need to re register by completing the application that's attached to the renewal driver license application! What! Grrrrr... Both the employee who took my application, current driver license and the employee who my fingerprints and photo were knowledgeable. pleasant and friendly. Now, I have to wait 6-8 weeks for my permanent driver license to arrive by mail. WOW...what an ordeal! Like having your teeth pulled and happy it was pulled...lol...

Made an appointment on Aloha Q for an appointment at 9 am when they open. Unusual thing is because…read morethis branch is at Pearlridge Center which opens at 10 a.m. you must wait for the dmv employee to come up so the security guard can open the doors. The employee checks you off on his clipboard, make sure you have your appointment confirmation code. Once you go down a floor head to their office at far left. You will be checked for your id and application. Somehow I missed the part about filling in an application so I was given one and proceeded forward but filled in the form first before taking a seat. Luckily it was just a duplicate drivers license I needed since the lamination on mine was peeling off from one top edge. My number was called to window 2 and I had the nicest young man. I told him I no longer needed glasses as a restriction since I had both eyes cataract surgeries. He asked if I wanted to take the eye test. Yes! I passed. Bring your check made out to City and County of Honolulu for $6. Next you move over two windows to your left, get fingers scanned then get your photo retaken. Hooray! At the earliest your plastic license will be mailed to you in 2 weeks. You get a cool temporary license with your photo and information on it. Only catch is you cannot travel with a temporary license. Fortunately I can travel using my passport as ID when I travel internationally. In and out in half an hour. So glad the employee I had was so pleasant, and smiled.

I saw most of reviews which most people had terrible experiences. But I was lucky to be taken in…read moreearlier despite having an appointment at 9am. They open exactly at 830am. They advise to check in on your phone with confirmation number once outside the door. The worker who helped me said that most times the people don't have current address where the SSN card be can mailed to and correct documents. I got receipt of my application, instructions in case my card doesn't come in 2 weeks, number to call. Card came in within 2 week mark so I can begin my next steps to changing my last name. Much appreciation to the staff for making my first trip to SSA building a successful one.

Excellent service and run well. Short wait time. Sign up online first and make sure you have all…read moreyour required documents before heading over. There are two entrances and you have to go through a scanner. Be prepared aa this can go slow.

Just about the three decades of paw being in the HFD we have had our fair share of fire station…read morevisits. My kids have come to check out the cool facilities and the amazing equipment, including the engines! I come to see who might be on the calendar lol, I kid! We always come with pastries or some kind of treat for the guys. We definitely appreciate all their hard work! Like I was saying, we've been to a couple of the stations on island and this one is not the worst and not the best. What I do know is this is one of the few stations where HAZMAT crews are stationed at. Pretty basic, kitchen, common, dorm and I believe the workout area is shared with the police station. Since we always have a purpose for our visit, I have no idea if anyone could just take a random tour... I'll ask and update lol.

What do you do when there's a mountain in your way?…read more Blast a hole in it and make a tunnel! That's what finally happened after about 30 years of planning, local protests, and lots of controversy. Halawa Valley is the site of some ancient Hawaiian artifacts and sacred grounds. The people were trying to preserve their heritage. The Government assured them that the area wouldn't be harmed as the freeway would be built above the site... and so it happened... The Tetsuo Harano tunnels are a pair of the longest tunnels on the Island of Oahu. Inside, they are beautifully tiled with a glossy blue to white fade theme. There was a Fun Run/Walk before the tunnels were opened up to vehicles. I had a chance to see the beautiful tiles up close! In 1997, the side-by-side tunnels (almost a mile long each) were opened for use at the cost of approximately $80 billion per mile - the most costly highway in the USA! With the help of Federal Funding, the Interstate H-3 connected the Windward side of Oahu with the Halawa area. My coworkers who live on the Leeward side of the island were so happy when the tunnels were built. Now, they don't have to drive around the Koolau Mountain Range to get to our hospital in Kaneohe! When you drive through the tunnels, you will see some of the most awesome views of Oahu! Keep your eyes open as you emerge from the opposite end!

Best freeway on the Island with impressive wide, two lane, well lite tunnels that make the commute…read moreon H3 a breeze! Don't get to comfortable easing on down this super Highway! There are highway patrol cars and motorcycles lurking just before and sometimes after the tunnels. Magnificent engineering marvel to cut such a large path through these majestic mountain! Five Stars for those tax payers that made it happen and a gratifying honk and shaka to those that maintain these tunnels and roadways!

I haven't searched for anything Hawaii-related or been to Hawaii in 22 years (although I plan on…read morevacationing there again someday!) buuut I started watching a Youtube channel that is based in Hawaii and lo and behold, the suggestion to write a review for Hawaii pops up lol. I will oblige Yelp and review this beautiful state because I do miss it! I've been to Oahu twice, once when I was a teenager and the 2nd time when I graduated from college. Both times, I enjoyed the beaches and hiking Diamond Head. I loved trying the local food, and the shave ice was especially refreshing. I look forward to exploring Maui on my next trip and trying more food and drinks, including coffee and perhaps some cocktails, since I didn't drink during my previous visits. Hopefully I can do less tourist-y stuff and instead, hike more and explore the scenery more in the future. Thanks!

I really enjoyed my one trip to Kauai, Hawaii! I loved everything about it! The food, the…read moretopography, the people, the beaches, the incredible breathtaking mountains, and especially the glass beach! It's known as "the Garden Island." The Waimea Canyon (also known as the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific") State Park is lovely, and a boat tour of the Na Pali Coast is a must do! the Na Pali Coast was features in numerous Hollywood films, and again, is a must see! Although Kauai Hawaii was my only Hawaii experience, I highly recommend anyone with an opportunity to visit Hawaii to do just that!