The weather is looking shifty—to say the least—this weekend and upcoming week as a cold front makes its way down the Hawaiian Island chain. So what’s in store for visitors and locals alike? Well, those on Hawaiʻi Island will want to cancel their Mauna Loa or Mauna Kea summit plans as a blizzard warning—yes, we […]
Don’t get us wrong, your every day, swanky hotel room is not a bad place to spend your vacay. But if you wanted to try something new—or just like the idea of staying in an accommodation that’s outside the norm—and have a trip planned to the Garden Isle, we’ve got three on Kauaʻi you should
Starting Dec. 1, 2021, non-Hawaiʻi residents—visitors—will have to pay the entrance fee to Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve online when making a reservation with the state’s online reservation system. Last year Hanauma Bay had reopened with an online system allowing visitors and locals to reserve a time slot at the nature preserve up to 48 hours
In case you missed the news, the Waikīkī Beach Marriott Resort & Spa has completely overhauled its look, from the lobby to its signature Queen Suite. “We are excited to welcome guests and locals to our transformed oceanfront resort and extend our genuine Hawaiian hospitality to travelers seeking an authentic island experience in Waikīkī, only
Whether you’re a visitor spending Thanksgiving in Hawaiʻi or a local looking to avoid cooking this Turkey Day, this is the list for you. We’ve put together an assortment of places to go to get your Thanksgiving fix, in a variety of ways—from dinners to-go, Thanksgiving cruises and even a lūʻau that will feature a
Cat, Kevin—and digital media editor Taylon—are back this week to provide tips and insight on how visitors can get a more unique, authentic Hawaiʻi experience. From participating in voluntourism opportunities—made easy with programs like Mālama Hawaiʻi and Travel2change—to eating at local restaurants and eateries that will give you a real taste of Hawaiʻi cuisine, the
Don’t get us wrong, your everyday, swanky hotel room is not a bad place to spend your vacay. But if you wanted to try something new—or just like the idea of staying in an accommodation that’s outside the norm—we’ve got three you should check out. 1. Paul Mitchell Estate One of the most luxurious properties
Standing at the shallow reef section of the Maui Ocean Center, I’m about to go deep below the surface and come face to face with the underwater denizens there—and I won’t even have to get my hair wet. Neither will any of the other people surrounding me on this bright, sunny Maui day. This small,
The Valley Isle has been a favorite among visitors for years, and for good reason. There’s just so much diversity when it comes to Maui’s landscapes and activities—and the beaches are on par with some of Oʻahu’s best. There aren’t many other places in the world where you can watch the sunrise from a volcano, do
There may be some hope in sight for North Shore residents and visitors looking to make it past Laniākea Beach without traffic. The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) has begun a construction project—beginning on Monday, Nov. 8, and ending on Friday, Nov. 12—for a short-term parking solution on the mauka (inland) side of Kamehameha Highway. This
While volunteering in the Islands may sound like working on your vacation, it’s really the best way to meet and make friends with residents and to get a unique and authentic perspective of the real Hawaiʻi. Not only that but after you’re pau (finished), you’ll be left with a sense of accomplishment that will stay with
There aren’t many places to get a plate lunch here on Oʻahu that is more iconic than Rainbow Drive-In. Being in the same location on Kapahulu Avenue for six decades, the eatery has been able to maintain its fave status amongst locals and visitors with its iconic menu, filling plate lunches, affordable prices and friendly
