The early morning sun streaks through monkeypod trees as my wife, Kaila, and I walk the aisles of the Kapi‘olani Community College Farmers Market, run by the Hawai‘i Farm Bureau. Here, dozens of local farms and businesses sell their produce and products every week. And, it turns out, it’s also the perfect starting point for […]
Social media is ablaze with photos of what people are calling the “comet of the century.” More like “comet of your lifetime.” Sightings of Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS started on Oct. 11 in the Northern Hemisphere, with people in Hawaiʻi flocking to southwestern coastlines just after sunset for a glimpse at this icy visitor from beyond Pluto.
Mention a mai tai and people might think of dimly lit bars adorned with tiki torches and wooden masks, or maybe people lounging under swaying palms sipping cocktails garnished with tiny umbrellas. No matter the specific imagery, when most people think of mai tais they also think of Hawai‘i. And while the mai tai didn’t
Despite facing unprecedented challenges following last year’s fires, Maui has remained resilient. But with visitor numbers at a fraction of what they were pre-disaster, the local economy continues to feel this financial strain. As a result, local resorts—in partnership with Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority—have come together to offer special discounts and perks to help revitalize responsible
Getting to Hawaiʻi is expensive—then traveling to Hawaiʻi Island just adds to that. And that’s just the airfare. There are hotel and car rental costs—especially if you’re on the Big Island, where there’s no public transportation. So here are some free things you can do to cut costs and still enjoy your Hawaiʻi vacation. 1.
Whether you enjoy mangoes fresh, blended, pickled or juiced, these succulent fruits are one of the most beloved in Hawai‘i. Introduced to the Islands in the early 19th century, many popular varieties of mangoes can be found in local stores and farmers markets and maybe even hanging from your own backyard tree. The first mango
A taste of this year’s Summer Olympics is coming to Maui as USA’s Artistic Swimming team brings their silver medal-winning performances to the shores of Wailea. On Sunday, Oct. 13, the team will wow guests at a one-of-a-kind performance in Wailea Beach Resort’s Maluhia infinity-edge pool. This up-close and personal performance starts at 4 p.m.
You don’t have to be a Disney fan to enjoy a stay at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa on Oʻahu. There’s lots to do on and around the 21-acre oceanfront property in Ko ʻOlina, about 27 miles west of Waikīkī. The resort boasts three swimming pools—all heated—including a saltwater lagoon filled with Hawaiʻi reef
Oʻahu has some of best—and most famous—bakeries in the Islands, and narrowing the list down of our favorites is nearly impossible. But thanks to our readers—who seem to love malasadas as much as we do!—we have the Top 5 bakeries on Oʻahu, as voted in our 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards. 1. Leonard’s Bakery This family-run
This article appears in the June/July 2023 issue of Hawaii Home + Remodeling. A fresh burst of pattern and personality with the right set of pillows or pillow covers is all it takes to update your indoor and outdoor spaces for the summer. Island designers are taking note of the stylish statements that pillows provide,
There’s nothing more refreshing than a bowl—or cone!—of shave ice, especially on a hot day in the Islands. From its humble beginnings, over a century ago, when vendors peddled cups of powdered ice sweetened with fruit syrups out of pushcarts along the Honolulu Harbor, shave ice has been a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
Earlier this year the new Ka Laʻi Waikīkī Beach reopened after LXR Hotels & Resorts rebranded it from the Trump International Hotel Waikīkī. But that’s all that’s really changed, at least for now. The 38-story, 462-room hotel near Fort DeRussy Park marks the Hilton luxury brand’s first Oʻahu property. (The hotel itself is owned by
