Going to a farmers market is a great way to experience a vibrant slice of local life. Here are a few gatherings across the islands where farmers, chefs, crafters and local food and drink producers come together to offer a wide variety of handmade treats and local Hawaii flavors. Fresh as it gets Get […]
Looking for a great way to experience the art, architecture and culture of Hawaii—from traditional to urban? Here are a few local-recommended places to start. Palace serenade Learn about Hawaiian royalty on the Big Island during the Victorian era at Kona’s Hulihee Palace. Former Governor of Hawaii Island John Adams Kuakini had the lava rock,
Please, please, please! We’ve been on our best behavior all year long. 2. Sterling silver earrings with green authentic sea glass by Tossed and Found Jewelry “The earrings are designed using authentic sea glass found on the beaches of Hawaii and the designs are made with the waves of the ocean in mind. This company
It’s a difficult job determining the winners of our 19th annual HAWAII Magazine Photo Contest, found in our January/February 2018 issue, on newsstands now. In searching for our winners, we inevitably must decide between entries that are so close in quality, artistry and beauty. Here, we present the top submissions that made it to the final
Looking for something unique as a Kauai keepsake? These often tiny, and definitely quirky shops provide plenty of unexpected treasures for those who look hard enough. Forage for keepsakes A designer of landscapes and home interiors, David Brune was hunting for custom furnishings in Indonesia when it occurred to him to fill the open space
Tie up your hiking shoes, grab your swimming gear and take the time to discover these Kauai spots—they’re worth the extra effort. Explore Kauai’s rich natural history Makauwahi Cave is one of the Pacific’s best fossil sites.Photo: David Croxford Makauwahi, Hawaii’s largest limestone cave, is an ancient sand dune that hardened into stone over 400,000
HAWAII Magazine is looking for an editorial intern for the spring and fall semesters who is interested in writing stories about Hawaii for the visitor market. You’ll be working alongside our editors to produce stories that may include hiking and camping adventures, city or beach guides, travel tips, firsthand tour experiences, new restaurant reviews or
Lights, cameras, action! The star-studded Maui Film Festival returns this year from Wednesday, June 21 to Sunday, June 25, for an unforgettable week of film screenings and fine dining in Wailea. Noteworthy events that the film fest is known for include the Celestial Cinema, an outdoor amphitheater-like venue at the Wailea Gold & Emerald Golf Course, filmmaker panels,
1. Hotel Wailea, Kihei, Maui The Cabanas’ Ginger Mojito, served in an eco-friendly cup poolside, is incredible. Photo: Tracy Chan Clink cocktail glasses 300 feet above sea level at the renovated Hotel Wailea, a gorgeous, adults-only boutique getaway with a serene poolside where you’ll find The Cabanas, an orchard-to-glass apothecary bar so remote that visitors
Hurricane season in Hawaii runs from about the beginning of June till early November. Fortunately, hurricanes are rare—the last major hurricane to hit Hawaii was Hurricane Iniki, which severely damaged Kauai in September 1992. Below are some helpful traveler tips we received from the Central Pacific Hurricane Center of things you should know if you are
The coconut got to Hawaii first by ocean currents, and then by humans. It did not take long for Hawaiians to discover that the oil of the coconut held many beauty secrets. Now, its early uses as a skin moisturizer and deep conditioner for your hair are important to Lanikai Bath and Body and its
Enter our 18th Annual HAWAIʻI Magazine Photo Contest here! (Ends on Friday, August 4, 2016.) Fact: If you travel to Hawaii, you’re going to leave with more than one good photo. For our 17th Annual Photo Contest, we received thousands of submissions from photographers around the world in four contest categories: Outdoors, People, Culture and
