Got a sweet tooth—and love Maui, too? Then this post is for you! We’ve rounded up some of the most popular desserts on Maui right now, from giant stuffed cookies to dreamy cream pies. 1. Da Half Baked, Maui Cookie Lady With a shop in Makawao, Maui Cookie Lady is best known for her colossal […]
Kauaʻi may be the oldest of the main Hawaiian Islands—but it’s also one of the most beloved by visitors. Everything about the island—its lushness, its uncrowded beaches, its laid-back vibe—makes for an idyllic Hawaiʻi vacation. But there are things that are unique to the Garden Isle—things you won’t find anywhere else in Hawaiʻi. Read More: Our
Summer is one of the best times to visit Hawaiʻi. The days are longer, the weather is perfect—and there’s so much to do. From lounging on golden beaches to walking through botanical gardens, there’s already a lot to do in the Islands. And then there are the summer events and festivals. If you’re planning a
If you haven’t been to the North Shore—or haven’t been in awhile—this blog is for you. We ventured out to the northern part of Oʻahu, which has long lured visitors with its winter surf and beach-y towns, to find new things to do—and eat. Here are nine new things you need to put on your
Been to Oʻahu before—and want to explore neighborhoods outside of Waikīkī? This is the podcast for you! We recorded this from the lobby of The Kāhala Hotel & Resort, which is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. The luxe hotel is located a few miles east of Waikīkī, in an upscale residential area that makes
There may not be any national parks on Kauaʻi, but the island does boast five—yes, five—state parks with some of the island’s best beaches, trails and vistas. One of the most popular is Kōkeʻe State Park, perched 3,600 feet above sea level on the island’s west side. It’s truly a hiker’s paradise, with 45 miles
In a step toward modernizing its fleet, Hawaiian Airlines added the first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner to its aircraft lineup. The aircraft, named Kapuahi (a red giant star known as Aldebaran in Western astronomy), will debut to passengers on April 15, when it will operate the carrier’s nonstop daily flights between Honolulu and San Francisco. The
You asked, we answered. These Q&A episodes are some of our favorites. This is when we can offer our insider tips and advice about traveling to the Islands—and we hope you find our information valuable and useful, too. Here a few of our answers. (Of course, you’ll get more details listening to the podcast!) Best
Former president Barack Obama is the only U.S. president born in Hawaiʻi—and the Islands are still a special place for him. At least once a year—and often more, now that he’s no longer in the White House—he and his family vacation here, often on Oʻahu where he has a home. Here are some of his
Six months ago—on Aug. 8, 2023—wildfires destroyed the historic town of Lahaina on Maui. The fires, exacerbated by dry conditions and ferocious winds, killed at least 100 people and caused widespread damage. Thousands of structures, many of them homes, were burned to the ground. Front Street—the main roadway that follows the ocean—was destroyed, too, along
There’s no better combination for romance than chocolate and roses. Add a shot of Kōloa Rum Co.’s cacao rum, and your date night just leveled up. David Honma of the Kauaʻi-based rum company shares his recipe for what he’s calling the Chocolate and Roses cocktail, perfect for Valentine’s Day—or any day with your sweetheart. Chocolate
“You’ve never been to Two Ladies Kitchen?” I couldn’t hide my shock. My co-worker had been to Hawaiʻi Island several times, and she had never once stopped at the famous mochi-ya on Kīlauea Avenue in Downtown Hilo. I didn’t think that was possible. I can’t recall a single trip to Hilo, the sleepy town on
