For Visitors
About Qurator
Qurator is the State of Hawaiʻiʻs official certification program to recognize local businesses that support and preserve the quality of your holiday experience and the quality of life of local residents.
Responsible Tourism Tips
- Follow your heart, but lead with your purchasing choices. Visit our Certified Businesses page to find Qurator-Certified businesses that support your passions. Whether it’s preserving our environment or providing great jobs for our community, you can find businesses that align with you and contribute positively to our islands.
- Only Reef Safe Sunscreen is permitted in Hawaiʻi.
- Living with Aloha is actually the law in Hawaiʻi. Please respect the land and the people by showing love to all.
- Many plant and animal species are unique to Hawaiʻi and some are endangered. Learn the rules first, in case you’re lucky enough to encounter one.
Become a Certified Business
Begin your Qurator certification process today! It’s completely free, and by creating an account, you can save your progress and complete the questionnaire at your own pace. Most businesses finish the process in about an hour.
The questionnaire consists of straightforward yes-or-no questions that can typically be answered by manager-level employees. Once submitted, you can expect to receive your initial response within a week.
Qurator certifications are valid for one year.
Why Support Qurated Businesses?
When you choose to support a Qurator Certified Business, youʻre helping to uplift companies that have chosen to make an effort to preserve culture, environment and community in Hawaiʻi. Doing more than necessary isnʻt easy, but youʻll find the same or better experience from our partners while youʻre giving back.