We made it just in time. White petals are blooming on the arm of a dragon fruit cactus. These flowers bloom only once in their short lifespan. They open late in the evening and close as day breaks. While I’m astonished that we caught the remaining moments of the flower blooming this late in the […]
As Hawai‘i once again welcomes travel, it does so with new avenues for visitors to partake in “trips that give back.” At the helm of establishing this regenerative tourism model is Kalani Ka‘anā‘anā, Hawai‘i Tourism Authority’s chief brand officer. Born and raised on O‘ahu, Ka‘anā‘anā assumed the newly created position last summer and sees regenerative
Traveling in Kailua can be overwhelming—with so many beautiful beaches, hikes, restaurants and activities to choose from, the options seem endless. But if you only have a day to spare and a tight budget on Oʻahu’s Windward Side, don’t worry! With $40 in your pocket, you can still have an adventure-packed day that will take
While Maui is known for its spectacular snorkeling conditions, visitors should not overlook its one-of-a-kind trails. From roaming through tropical rainforests to traversing a volcanic crater, one of the best ways to understand Maui’s unique topography is to lace up a pair of hiking shoes and experience it first-hand. 1. Haleakalā National Park Standing
After two years of virtual concerts, the Honolulu Zoo Society’s Wildest Show is back this summer in Waikīkī. These popular outdoor concerts on the lawn at the Honolulu Zoo are held on Wednesday evenings and feature live local entertainment from Hawaiʻi’s top leading musicians. The five-week series takes place every Wednesday evening from June 29
Even with poor conditions, snorkelers can see up to 150 feet underwater in the ocean surrounding Molokini. It’s this unmatched visibility beneath the ocean’s surface that makes exploring the coral reefs and marine life at the island atoll so memorable, says Brian Barns, a captain at Trilogy Excursions. Typically, the visibility reaches 200 feet, allowing
Like most of the neighborhoods on Kauaʻi, the quiet town of Kīlauea is a tranquil respite—and not to be confused with the active Kīlauea volcano on Hawaiʻi Island. While it’s home to the historic Kīlauea Lighthouse, it’s a town often bypassed on the drive to Hanalei. But it’s worth the detour to stop and wander
Hawai’i is a place that enables visitors to relax and recharge by enjoying mai tais, sunsets, and beach time. Through the growing voluntourism movement, some people are choosing to reinvest in the islands by spending a few hours of their vacation volunteering. What might seem at first like work that detracts from time off is
It certainly feels like summer on Maui, which means eating copious amounts of lychee, shave ice and plate lunches at the beach. While most food can be enjoyed year-round on Maui—aside from in-season fruit—certain dishes just taste a little better on a sweltering summer day. Among these 10 Maui restaurants and eateries are a mix
Two Hawaiʻi beaches made the 2022 Top 10 Beach List—but none topped it. Oʻahu’s Duke Kahanamoku Beach and Maui’s Wailea Beach were ranked No. 5 and No. 8, respectively, in the ranking by coastal expert Stephen Leatherman—aka Dr. Beach—a professor at Florida International University. Topping the list was Ocracoke Lifeguarded Beach, in the Outer Banks
From parrotfish and butterfly fish to Moorish idol and yellow tang, many of Hawaiʻi’s most colorful and rare creatures are in the surrounding seas. With its crystal clear waters and interesting coral formations, Kauaʻi provides ideal conditions to explore this underwater world. So, grab a snorkel and pair of fins and check out the snorkeling
