Mark Twain once wrote, “I think the Kona coffee has a richer flavor than any other, be it grown where it may and call it by what name you please.” This was after his visit to Hawaiʻi Island in July of 1866, after sailing to the Big Island on his schooner Boomerang from Honolulu. And […]
The National Park Service is urging drivers at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park to slow down, as the third nēnē (Hawaiian goose) was struck and killed by a car last week. October is the start of breeding and nesting season in Hawaiʻi for this native bird, listed as threatened species under the Endangered Species Act. In
This week on the “Have Aloha Will Travel” podcast, editors Catherine Toth Fox and Kevin Allen are joined by Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park public affairs specialist Jessica Ferracane to talk about the recent eruptions at Halemauʻmaʻu Crater, which began again—after a brief slumber—in late September. Ferracane, who has been with HVNP for a decade and
Thousands of people have been flocking to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on Hawaiʻi Island since Kīlauea began erupting again on Sept. 29. This new eruption—the first after the previous eruption stopped four months ago—produced an 89-foot-deep lava lake inside Halemaʻumaʻu crater, complete with lava fountains reaching up to nearly 50 feet. Talk about showing off!
On Hawai‘i Island, you’ll find some of the state’s oldest eateries, places preserved in amber, where the decor and menu have changed little over the decades. Many are helmed by the third or fourth generations of the founders, now feeding the third or fourth generation of customers. Here are four favorites that feel like a
The eruptions atop Kīlauea have resumed once more as Halemaʻumaʻu Crater shows signs of life after a five-month rest. At 3:40 p.m., the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory posted a photo on its website of lava surfacing in the crater of Halemaʻumaʻu—and have raised the alert level of the volcano from “watch” to “advisory.” This was somewhat
When visitors think of coffee brands in Hawaiʻi, Kona Coffee is among the first to come to mind. Grown on the Island of Hawaiʻi—aka the Big Island—Kona Coffee has become an international sensation, being sought after by coffee aficionados around the globe. But what makes it so special? Well, a lot of things, and we’ve
If there‘s one thing park rangers do best is give advice. And the friendly—and knowledgeable—rangers at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on Hawaiʻi Island have put together a list of tips for anyone planning a trip to its sprawling 333,308-acre park. Here’s how you can plan like a ranger—and trust us, you may want to bookmark
Snorkeling is one of the most enriching ways to see the vast array of wildlife throughout the Hawaiian Islands—from a safe and respectful distance!—and these spots were voted the best by our readers for the 2021 HAWAI‘I Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards. If you’re looking to get your feet wet in the world of snorkeling on
The quaint town of Mountain View on Hawai‘i Island is home to Mountain View Bakery, a small family business 16 miles south of Hilo known for its Stone Cookies and homemade pastries. Third-generation owners Lori and Russell Sueda purchased the bakery from Lori’s uncle in 2004 and have been running the business alongside her niece
Hawai‘i Island is home to many great local bakeries serving delicious and homemade treats. Despite the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, bakeries have flourished and became increasingly popular on the island. Here’s how you ranked the best bakeries on Hawai‘i Island in our 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards. Note: Big Rob’s Bakery and Café, which took
Since opening in January 2021, Patisserie Nanako in Waimea on Hawaiʻi Island has been bustling with customers who wait in line hours before the bakery opens at 8 a.m. The family-owned shop serves fresh Japanese-style pastries such as pillowy strawberry shortcake, delicate Japanese cheesecake and classic tiramisu, along with Japanese pan (bread) and jelly drinks.
