Today, the Eddie Aikau Foundation announced on Facebook, “The Eddie is a Go,” for Wed. Jan. 11, 2023, at Waimea Bay on Oʻahu’s North Shore. The Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational is an entertaining spectacle, drawing massive crowds to watch as the world’s top athletes not only compete, but soar down monstrous waves. And it’s […]
Updated Monday, Jan. 9 at 10 a.m. On Jan. 5, Kīlauea resumed erupting within Halemaʻumaʻu after pausing on Dec. 9, 2022. All eruptive activity has been confined to the crater. KĪLAUEA DAILY UPDATE Sun., Jan. 8, 2023, 7:45 AM HST Eruption of lava from vents in the east-central portion of Halemaʻumaʻu crater floor continued; active lava area
Hawaiʻi’s rainbow license plate will soon be retiring. The City and County of Honolulu confirmed with the Honolulu Star Advertiser and Hawaiʻi News Now the current license plate design will soon be a part of the past. For more than two decades, the license plate has been an emblem of the Islands, not
Nestled on Mauna Kahālāwai on Maui is a hidden oasis. Native Hawaiian plants like the a‘ali‘i, a shrub with small green leaves and burgundy flowers, grow in a forest among naio, a false sandalwood, and alehe‘e, a tree with delicate and fragrant white flowers. Nearby, kalo (taro) sprout from a lo‘i (an irrigated terrace, especially
It’s been a remarkable year for many people and communities around the world. In 2022, along with many local businesses reopening to full capacity, large-scale events and shows made their grand debut following the Covid pandemic. Travel also made a huge comeback, with many travelers eager to return to Hawaiʻi. If you’re planning a trip
From Christmas beach days to all of the biggest New Year’s Eve events, Kevin and Grace blab on about some of their favorite things to do during the holiday season. From actual events to where to see Christmas light decorations and more, Grace and Kevin give a locals look at what to do—and what they’ve
Hawaiʻi’s golden hour is spellbinding. As the sun sets beyond the Pacific, it casts an enchanting glow over the Islands. Pair a brilliant sunset with warm ambiance and a refreshing cocktail or cold draft beer and life’s worries seem to just drift away. Even for residents, watching the sun set over the ocean from a
During the winter months, surfers and spectators flock to Oʻahu’s North Shore for the monstrous waves. And after a few hours at the beach, they all swarm the area’s shrimp trucks for lunch. But today, a clear Sunday in December, I’ve got one thing on my mind, and it doesn’t involve massive waves or shrimp.
Shopping for a beach bum? Check out these 10 gift ideas for the person on your list who hits the beach every day of the week. 1. Quick-drying beach towels by Surfer Towel You don’t need to be a surfer to be impressed by Surfer Towel’s quick-drying fabric. Born on the North Shore of Oʻahu,
Hawaiʻi is known for its one-of-a-kind cuisine; a delicious product of the diverse cultures here. Trying these local dishes provides a bite-size glimpse into the stories of immigrants who came to the Islands and shared their customs and traditions with their neighbors. That multiethnic influence is still felt today, especially in what we eat. And
For weeks, the largest active volcano on the planet has been rumbling, sparking a series of mini earthquakes. Since September, geologists have reported an increase in seismic activity and on Nov. 15, 50 small-magnitude earthquakes rattled Mauna Loa on Hawaiʻi Island. Then on Nov. 27, at around 11:30 p.m. a fissure opened on the floor
