Definitely take these guys' advice. I was born and raised there. Yeah "haole's" do get it rough. Not saying its right either, But if you come off with a good attitude you will be treated the same. MY advice while on Oahu is to just be really weary where you go at night, hell even during the day LOL. For the most part you will meet some very genuinely kind people. I PERSONALLY hate Oahu, just too damn busy for me. I grew up on Molokai and Maui which is completely different. But definitely make some LOCAL friends they will take care of you!!