Known as the First Lady of Waikīkī, the Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, is one of the grandest hotels in Hawaiʻi. Originally called the Moana Hotel, it was built in 1901 with 75 rooms, each with its own private bathroom and telephone. The American Colonial-style structure—the first large hotel in Waikīkī—boasted a rooftop […]
Waking up to a view of Diamond Head from your balcony. Sipping a mai tai under the banyan tree by the ocean. Enjoying a relaxing lomilomi message in the hotel’s world-class spa. That’s the kind of experience you can have at the grand Moana Surfrider, a Westin Resort & Spa, in the heart of Waikīkī.
From colorful waterproof totes to quick-drying towels emblazoned with bold patterns, beachgoers don’t have to trade style for function at Lamonts. The boutique, in the lobby of the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, carries fashion-forward brands—many of them locally owned—so you’ll not only be prepared, but also well-dressed, for the beach. It’s also a wonderful
HAWAIʻI Magazine and the “Have Aloha Will Travel” podcast bid our co-host Grace Maeda a hui hou on episode 107. Grace has been the associate editor at HAWAIʻI Magazine and co-host of the “Have Aloha Will Travel” podcast for more than a year, covering news, culture and what makes Hawaiʻi so unique. Listen to
Moloka‘i, the Friendly Isle, shows visitors and locals a different side of Hawai‘i—where time moves a little slower, everyone knows everyone by name and the aloha spirit is truly intact. Molokaʻi Food & Drink Best Restaurant 1. Paddlers Restaurant and Bar 2. Hiro’s ‘Ohana Grill 3. Kanemitsu Bakery & Coffee Shop 4. Kualapu‘u Cookhouse Best
O‘ahu, the Gathering Place, has been a visitor favorite since the first tourists arrived in Hawai‘i. Home to the ever-bustling Waikīkī, the sea-salt-dusted streets of the North Shore and the postcard-perfect Lē‘ahi (Diamond Head), O‘ahu is rich with culture, nightlife and activities perfect for the whole family. Oʻahu Food & Drink Oʻahu has a vibrant food
From Kaua‘i to Hawai‘i Island and everywhere in between, the winners below represent the best of the entire state. (Yes, that’s a big deal.) And for visitors still on the fence about where to book their travel to, check out the lists below to see what our readers say are the best islands, towns and
Kaua‘i, the Garden Isle, is among Hawai‘i’s most verdant islands. Packed with thriving botanical gardens and outdoor activities, the island is best known as the home of the majestic Nāpali Coast. And don’t forget about always-sunny Po‘ipū and surf-centric Hanalei. There’s plenty to love here, for both visitors and locals. Kauaʻi Food & Drink The
Hawai‘i Island, affectionately nicknamed the Big Island, is most known as the epicenter of volcanic activity in the Islands. Kīlauea is one of the most active volcanoes on the planet and witnessing its eruption in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is a bucket-list experience for travelers. But visitors can also venture into charming neighborhoods like the ever-misty Hilo town
Opening this April, Wailea Beach Resort’s newest pool destination, Olakino, is a first of its kind on Maui—a reservations-only waterside retreat designed to relax and rejuvenate mind, body and soul. Complementing the resort’s elevated offerings, Olakino is an exclusive adults-only wellness oasis that includes culinary refreshments, guided wellness practices and mini spa treatments. The secluded poolside
Much more than your stock standard gift and sundry shop in Waikīkī, Accents at the Royal Hawaiian Resort is perfect for visitors and even locals looking to buy unique, locally made gifts for family and friends—and to accent their own homes. “We’ve got locally made gifts for everyone in the ʻohana including the fur babies,”
