The diversity of Hawaii’s landscapes are memorably matched by the array of tropical cities and towns found within them. In our annual Best of the Best Issue, readers voted on the communities—some low-key, others eclectic—that most wonderfully complemented their stays. 1. Lahaina, Maui Lahaina, Maui.Photo: Prayitno/Flickr Travelers have a lot of love for Lahaina, ranking […]
The can’t-miss Hawaii festivals worth traveling for this year allow the Islands’ vibrant cultures to unite and bond over a shared experience. Whether a legendary hula festival or a island-hopping blitz of food and wine events, in our “2017 Readers’ Choice Awards,” these favorites speak to its people’s unique way of life and spirit, with gatherings you wonʻt find in any
Hawaii has long been a vacation destination for the well-heeled and well-known. In the most isolated archipelago in the world, celebrities can get away from the lights, cameras and action. Hawaii also has some of the most amazing vacation rentals in the world. Here are three houses the stars have stayed at in Hawaii. The
A treehouse in a native rain forest. A relaxing commune of yurts. A bungalow on the beach. A mobile camper that allows you to retreat from mountain to sea at your leisure. When getting away to an oceanside resort on your favorite Hawaiian Island just isn’t enough, find shelter in these off-the-beaten-path quarters that are
Hawaii people have a funny manner of speech, don’t they? Hawaii-based fashion outfitters weave the Islands’ vernacular and scenic places into clever threads that could have only been created by a local label. “How’s it going?” shortens to “How’s it?” only to be further abbreviated to the Islands’ recognizable “Howzit.” Auwe in Hawaiian literally means
There are luxury resorts, and then there are all-inclusive, five-star luxury resorts. At Travaasa Hana, not having to lift a muscle to pull out a credit card upon ordering a freshly caught mahimahi sandwich, is a pampered sense of paradise that’s real easy to get used to—something I learned during a two-night stay at the
Sitting atop a piano in a glamorous, black evening gown, a red feather boa flung dramatically around her neck and belting out a popular 1940s Hawaiian standard, Amy Hanaialii is in the zone. In the darkened room, a single spotlight beams down as she charms the audience from her throne with a jazzy rendition of
Where to Eat When breakfast calls, stroll into Blue Ginger Café, a hallmark of Lanai City for its homey interior and fresh-baked pastries daily. For a satisfying lunch, take the leisurely walk across the town square to Lanai Ohana Poke Market to hole up at its camping-style tables with a bowl of fresh island fish.
For Bradley Rhea and Jonathan Saupe, the owners of Oahu’s fashion favorite Barrio Vintage, thrifting is second nature. Their discerning eye for design and detail make the store’s shopping experience unlike anywhere else in the nation. What’s the allure of vintage? Bradley Rhea: The quality. It’s just lasted the test of time. We have stuff
Three days is hardly enough time for any of the Hawaiian Islands, but if a weekend is all you have to spare, be sure to add these natural wonders, roadside lookouts and charming café’s to your agenda. Day One The view from Kalalau Lookout in Kokee State Park.Photo: Thinkstock With its dizzying shades of kaleidoscope greens, Kokee
A mild renaissance appears to be sharpening the edges of this sleepy town with contemporary boutiques cropping up throughout this walkable little neighborhood, mingling side by side with historic structures. Make sure to peek into these favorites. Maui Thing Maui Thing’s colorful fabrics are always in style.Photo: Matthew Dekneef A sweet boutique for the entire
Today marks the maiden voyage of the Hokulea, the first double-hulled Hawaiian voyaging canoe to set sail since the time of Kamehameha the Great, from the Hawaiian Islands to Tahiti. It was a major achievement that sparked a thriving interest, awareness and perpetuation of traditional, non-instrument Polynesian navigation to this day. Adjacent to the current
