After a tumultuous few years, the Aikau family and Quiksilver have parted ways. Quiksilver has been the main sponsor of the The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau for 32 years. Running only in specific conditions, when Waimea Bay is holding wave faces of over 30 feet, the event has only run nine times in […]
Kyle Nakanelua is seated across from me, staring me down with eyes that have seen plenty. Half of his face is embedded with ink, his intimidating appearance offset by his friendly demeanor. He’s the co-founder of the modern hale mua (house of men), along with Kamanaopono Crabbe, CEO of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. Hale
OAHU Hawaii International Film Festival 11/2–11/12 Hawai‘i’s answer to Sundance, this film festival provides a cinematic voice for the Pacific and has premiered feature films such as “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” and “A Leading Man.” Movie enthusiasts should consider picking up a flash pass, allowing them to view unlimited films based on theater seating
With its origins shrouded in mystery, the shaka has become one of Hawaiʻi’s hallmark gestures. The base concept is simple: extend your pinkie and thumb while curling your pointer, middle and ring fingers. Boom! You’ve got yourself a shaka. Over time, however, the shaka has evolved and formed variants, each with different intricacies in both
Remember transfer slips? Those torn pieces of paper allowing you to jump on another bus, free of charge. Well, they are now a thing of the past. As of October 1, TheBus on Oahu discontinued those multicolored tickets and introduced a 1-day pass. If you’re looking to ride the bus without transferring, prices will remain
October’s not all about spooks and frights. Get your downward facing dog on in Pahoa on the Big Island, enjoy fine dining across Maui and Oahu, or learn about Queen Emma on the idyllic Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow on Kauai. Statewide Halloween 10/31 Haunted Plantation. Photo: Aaron Yoshino The spookiest night of the year is also the most
Oahu’s North Shore eateries have to be on their game to fuel the active lifestyle of the Seven Mile Miracle’s residents and visitors. You’ll find coffees made with butter alongside papaya bowls, sandwiches filled with local and organic ingredients, and menus with whole sections devoted to the vegan consumer. The cafés, restaurants and food trucks
Oahu’s west side gets a bad rap: Parents tell their kids to leave their valuables at home if they’re heading in that direction, and its town names, such as Waianae and Nanakuli, strike fear into the hearts of some visitors and locals. However, much of that is unwarranted and the rugged beauty of the island’s
In 1913, Universal Studios filmed “Hawaiian Love” and “The Shark God” in Honolulu, marking the first Hollywood productions recorded in the Aloha State. Since then we’ve seen everything from cult classics, such as “North Shore,” to box-office flops, like “The Big Bounce,” set on our sunny shores. To celebrate Hollywood’s continued fixation with Hawaii, we’ve
Everyone loves spotting Hawaiian monk seals along Hawaii’s shores. They’re an adorable reminder why Hawaii adopted the animal as its state mammal. Known primarily for its plump figure and lounging attitude, here’s some extracurricular information on our favorite beach-goers. They have many names Although referred to in English as the Hawaiian monk seal for its
Traveling with your quiver of surfboards is not easy. Expensive shipping fees, the limitation on how many boards you can pack per bag and the possibility of your favorite shortboard arriving damaged has been a constant headache for traveling surfers. Fortunately, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines have made chasing waves a little easier with their
Summertime in Hawaii is full of outdoor events. This month, here’s where to go to drink sake, attend a Jack Johnson concert, celebrate Duke Kahanamoku’s birthday and sculpt sand castles at the beach. Kauai Heiva I Kauai August 5–6 In celebration of Tahitian culture, Heiva I Kauai returns for its 16th year. Featuring coconut-husking contests and
