Where Molokai lacks in the number of permitted camping options, it more than makes up in the quality of camping it offers. The landscapes are incredible and, as with many Molokai places, it often feels like you’re the only one there—that’s a good thing. One Alii Beach Park One Alii Beach Park, Molokai Photo: Forest […]
Honolulu just became the largest city in the U.S. to make it illegal to look at electronic devices (read: they mean your phone) while crossing the street. The news had the internet buzzing, with some calling the distracted pedestrian law an example of government overreach, and others saying it will make Honolulu roads safer for
Montage Kapalua Bay has opened its gorgeous Cliff House to the public from now through September 3. Normally a private dining and event venue, it’s turned into a pop-up bar and lounge called the Champagne Hale, featuring Veuve Clicquot champagnes. Built in 1940 as a recreational facility for the managers of the Honolua Pineapple Plantation,
The passing of Roland Cazimero on July 16, 2017 at the age of 66 makes an already difficult year in Hawaiian music that much more so. Having lost folks like Mahi Beamer, Martin Pahinui and Eddie Kamae, among others, 2017 shows no signs of letting up. But we’ll always have the tunes to remember each
Swimming with manta rays at Keauhou on the Kona coast of Hawaii Island is one of those rare experiences too incredible for words. It’s the kind of thing that leaves you unable to think or say anything beyond “Wow!” and “lucky we live Hawaii.” Lucky we live Hawaii, indeed. And lucky we have GIFs for all
“Mele Kalikimaka” is the rebel of popular Christmas tunes. Written by Hawaii composer Robert Alexander Anderson in 1949, its lyrics croon of a bright green winter land where palm trees sway under shining sun and stars. It mentions snow exactly zero times. For many, the song is associated with Bing Crosby. It’s the jaunty, steel-guitared
The Peahi Challenge got the green light earlier this week and is scheduled to run on Friday, Oct. 27 and/or Saturday, Oct. 28. Watch it live via the World Surf League live stream. Peahi, also known as Jaws, is a surf break off the northern coast of Maui that is expected to deliver 40–50-foot waves
