*This story was originally published on July 31, 2017. It’s easy to forget that it’s not summer year-round in Hawaiʻi. With our unwavering tropical weather, Instagram-ready beaches and lack of snow, seasons such as fall and spring are simply terms used to label school semesters. There are however, subtle differences between the summer and […]
This story is part of our Meet the Makers feature, which was published in our Fall 2023 issue. In Hawai‘i, we always try to support local. Whether we’re buying produce from the nearby farmers markets or shopping at the mom-and-pop boutique down the street, it means a lot for us to give back to our Island
Lāna‘i is a place like no other. On this tiny island you’ll find coffee shops that open and close when they please, a relaxed mood among residents and an idyllic cat shelter, among other things. Started in 2004 by Kathy Carroll, the Lāna‘i Cat Sanctuary has become one of the biggest visitor attractions on the
I’m sitting on my lānai (veranda), enjoying the breezes of Waikīkī and listening to the sounds of silence. That’s right, quiet, in Waikīkī. At night. No, I’m not staying at some isolated accommodation at one of the far ends of Waikīkī, where you can escape the noise at the expense of being blocks away from
From the shores of Waikīkī to the coast of Maui, there are dozens of fireworks displays every year across the state of Hawaiʻi to welcome in the new year. Here are some of the best places to be this coming New Year’s Eve if you want a front row seat to one of these epic
Christmas is just around the corner and it’s time to educate yourself on what will be opened or not come Christmas day. There’s nothing worse than gathering the family together post-Christmas morning for a jaunt to the Honolulu Zoo or Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve only to figure out that it’s closed on the 25th. So
Hollywood and Hawaiʻi go way back. From filming classic flicks like “From Here to Eternity” and “Blue Hawaii” to newer blockbusters such as “Jurassic World” and “Forgetting Sarah Marshall,” the Islands—and its exceptionally verdant backdrops, are no strangers to the big screen. Fortunately for you, it’s easy to see some of these filming locations up-close-and-personal,
For some, a chance to meet actor Jason Momoa would be the best Christmas present of all. The action star has been a favorite celeb amongst Hawaiʻi locals—and our readers—for decades. At 19, he was launched into stardom after being selected for the role of Jason Iaone on “Baywatch Hawaii,” and from there has acted
Traveling with a pet can be a lot of work. From finding the right carrier to making sure your furry little friend is relaxed, it can be a lot of stress bringing your dog with you on vacation. Fortunately, it’s not impossible—however if you’re planning to travel to Hawaiʻi with your dog, you’ve got to
Thanks to GPS technology, finding your way is easy today—unless you’re on the Hōkūle‘a. A wa‘a kaulua (double-hulled Polynesian voyaging canoe), the Hōkūle‘a has been making regular voyages since 1975, connecting with Indigenous cultures from around the world. Its Moananuiākea voyage, a four-year circumnavigation of the Pacific, is underway now. So on a vessel without
Our annual Readers’ Choice Awards has a few categories that residents and visitors truly go to bat for, and deciding which of the many amazing banana bread spots on Maui are the best of the best always ends up being a heated battle. The moist, sweet, nut-filled bread is held in high regard on the
When the weather outside is frightful, it’s time to make your night more delightful with the help of a few of these boozy recipes. From rum poached pears to mulled wine with spices from Kauaʻi, these three holiday recipes—provided to us by Kōloa Rum Company—will surely keep you warm by the fire. READ MORE: How
