Affectionately known as the First Lady of Waikiki, the Moana Surfrider opened in 1901. Formerly called The Moana Hotel she became the first hotel in the Hawaiian Islands upon welcoming her first guests on March 11 of that year. A wealthy Honolulu landowner, Walter Peacock proposed building a hotel in Waikiki for the traveling elite […]
For many visitors to Hawaii, no trip to the Islands is complete without attending a luau. It’s an opportunity to learn about how ancient Polynesians first migrated to the Islands by way of voyaging canoes, only the stars above to guide them. Add in a few mai tais, a suitable spread of Hawaiian food and
The newly opened The Tchin Tchin! Bar in Oahu’s Chinatown doesn’t look like your stereotypical Hawaii bar. And that’s not a bad thing. The renovated space features red exposed brick, dark leather couches and chairs, giving the upstairs loft an urban den feel. But walk past the long bar, through the double doors and outside
Cocktail menus across the Islands are abundant with rum: lava flows, Blue Hawaiis and the iconic mai tai. If you want to try top notch, locally made rum and learn how it’s made in an intimate setting, visit Manulele Distillers. It’s situated in the central plains of Oahu in Kunia, which was once a thriving
You came to the Islands for its stunning sandy beaches, the turquoise waves tickling your toes. But there are great botanical gardens, too. Each is maintained with lush, indigenous flora, as well as unique plants and trees from across the globe. These gardens are worth a visit. Don’t worry, there’s still plenty of time for
You came to the Islands for its stunning sandy beaches, the turquoise waves tickling your toes. But there are great botanical gardens, too. Each is maintained with lush, indigenous flora, as well as unique plants and trees from across the globe. These gardens are worth a visit. Don’t worry, there’s still plenty of time for
Everyone loves pizza. So much so, that it is an observed, albeit not official, holiday. The humble pizza pie is great in all its forms, from thin crust or Chicago deep dish to the classic cheese slice or the deliciously greasy pepperoni. Put aside your newly discovered love of poke and pork laulau (just for
Love is in the trade winds this month, so we found romantic date ideas for all of the Islands. Ready to get your woo on? Presented by Moment Romance—a new social networking app that puts you in the right place at the right time to meet people. Available now for both Apple iOS and Android devices. OAHU Indulge
If you need another reason for a fantastic dinner on Oahu, Valentine’s Day is less than two weeks away. Here are four restaurants with deliciously detailed prix fixe menus ready to help you celebrate life, love and good eats. Definitely make reservations—and soon—or you’ll be left getting fast food. Presented by Moment Romance—a new social networking
One of my go-to hikes is the Makiki Valley Loop. It’s close to my apartment, a short and easy hike and it’s a dog friendly trail. Sure, it may not be the most scenic, or challenging hike, but the fun is in the small changes in the landscape, the babble of the stream below and the
Oahu just got a little more musically diverse with the opening of Blue Note Hawaii in the Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort last month. The intimate space, previously the Society of Seven showroom, was renovated to showcase renowned jazz artists. Danny Bensusan started Blue Note in 1981 in New York City’s Greenwich Village as a way to
If you’re craving local taro chips, or searching for authentic locally made jewelry, but just can’t wait until the next time you’re in Hawaii, fear not. Get your fill of Hawaii-made snacks and accessories with these monthly subscription boxes from the Islands. Here are four Hawaii-based subscription boxes filled with island treats that will put
