While there’s many natural wonders to discover in east Maui, there’s much to see and experience on the actual road to Hāna. The scenic drive weaves through lush tropical forests and flowing waterfalls, placing it at the top of many travelers’ bucket lists. It’s truly a beautiful journey but it can also be extremely dangerous. […]
This story originally appeared in our sister publication, HONOLULU Magazine. The mai tai. Some say: Why? Others say: Why not? At my wedding, I was one of the latter. Little did we know, my brand-new bride and I, that the bartender at The Willows in Honolulu was intent on sending us off on our
Reigning from 1825 to 1854—nearly three decades—King Kamehameha III was the longest governing monarch of the Hawaiian Kingdom. The king was only 10 years old when he succeeded the throne and reigned until his death in 1854. To honor his birthday on March 17, the Royal Hawaiian Center welcomes all kamaʻāina (locals and long-time
You read that right, it’s our interim editor and co-host of the “Have Aloha Will Travel” podcast’s last episode. Kevin Allen has been with the company for just about five years, and with Catherine Toth Fox, started the “Have Aloha Will Travel” podcast three years ago. To send him off right, Cat returns to the
While a car will take you to the far corners of any island, sometimes the best way to discover an area is by foot. From historic surf towns and colorful art districts to former plantation neighborhoods, Hawaiʻi is home to many great walkable regions. And you’ll quickly notice an afternoon can easily slip away when
With the long-awaited arrival of spring comes the even longer-awaited Spring Break. It’s a brief respite to catch up on some R&R and to explore our favorite islands. Whether you’re a resident, first-time visitor or on your fifth vacation to Hawaiʻi, a quick day trip to a neighboring island can be a gateway to a
There’s no easy way to say goodbye, but it’s what I have to do. I’ve been working for HAWAIʻI Magazine since I was in college, and it’s been the job of a lifetime. In my five-year tenure—starting out as a lowly intern, rising to staff writer and then associate editor before making it as interim
On March 8, Hawaiʻi became the 50th state to announce it will drop its indoor mask requirement. Gov. David Ige announced the indoor mask mandate will expire with the current COVID-19 emergency proclamation at 11:59 p.m on March 25. “Together, we have reduced COVID-19 in Hawai‘i to the point where most of us will be
From ushering in progressive steps for women’s rights in local politics, to influencing national change and winning historic athletic competitions on a global stage, courageous wāhine (women) throughout Hawaiʻi’s history have shaped and inspired us all. Today, brave athletes, driven entrepreneurs and remarkable artists continue to leave us in awe as they write history. While
Visitors to Hawaiʻi Island will want to know about this. Waipiʻo Valley Road, which leads to one of the Islands’ all-time favorite attractions for visitors—Waipiʻo Valley—has been closed indefinitely and will only allow residents, property owners, farmers and leaseholders into the area for the foreseeable future. This is to address the deteriorating road conditions and
Since the beginning of the pandemic, over two years ago, the Royal Hawaiian Band has not been able to perform for the public due to the size of the band and COVID-19 regulations. However, on March 4—that’s today!—the band will make its grand reappearance at ʻIolani Palace for its popular lunchtime concert series starting at
It comes as no surprise that Hawaiʻi has some of the best beaches in the U.S.—if not the world. And that point has been proven once more in Tripadvisor’s annual Traveler’s Choice Awards, which are a lot like our own Readers’ Choice Awards. Hawaiʻi beaches won big during this year’s awards, with four local shorelines
