It’s January 14, 1973. Elvis Presley takes the stage at the Honolulu International Center—now known as the Neal S. Blaisdell Center—to make history. Wearing a gem-studded white jumpsuit and a hip-length cape, Presley performed a 22-song set and said aloha, in a way only the king of rock-and-roll can, not just to the hundreds of […]
In small batches, Haleakalā Creamery makes one-of-a-kind goat milk ice cream and cheeses. The Maui family business also hosts farm tours so people can meet its friendly goats, learn about local farming, and taste a spread of gourmet goat-milk products. Striving to be a part of the Islands’ farm movement, Rebecca Woodburn-Rist was determined to produce her own food from Maui’s agriculture
In response to the rapidly spreading Omicron variant, which has dominated COVID-19 news headlines for weeks, Hawaiʻi state officials have officially changed the Islands’ rules and regulations regarding quarantine mandates to align with CDC guidelines. One of the biggest changes, especially for travelers, is that the 10-day mandatory quarantine for arriving visitors without vaccination documentation
Amid record-high numbers of COVID-19 infections in Hawaiʻi, Maui County is revising its definition of being “fully vaccinated.” It’s the first county in the state to require a COVID-19 booster to be considered completely vaccinated. Starting Jan. 24, to enter “high risk” establishments including restaurants, bars and gyms, patrons will need to show proof of
It’s the first episode of the “Have Aloha Will Travel” podcast in 2022, so you know what that means. Kevin, Grace and Taylon talk about some of their New Years’ resolutions, from reading more books to getting out of their comfort zones and seeing everything the Islands have to offer. If you have any New
For many, perusing the snack aisle in any grocery store feels like a stroll down memory lane. And because of the many ethnic influences here, so much about the Islands are unique, from culture to cuisine, and that’s true for snacks, too. So next time you’re in a grocery store in Hawaiʻi, make sure to
As the clock strikes midnight, we will say aloha to 2021—and what a year it’s been. From COVID-19 to Carissa Moore making history, there was always something happening in the Islands. And if you haven’t been keeping up with local news—or just want to see what were some of Hawaiʻi’s biggest happenings in the year 2021—then this article
Hawaiʻi takes its firework shows seriously. On New Year’s Eve, beaches are lined with eager crowds waiting for midnight to see dazzling fireworks explode over the Pacific Ocean. For those wishing they could enjoy New Year’s fireworks from a beach in Hawaiʻi, or those wanting to avoid crowds at this time, these webcams provide spectacular
Face it, we’re all some kind of poke bowl. Yes, you read that right. Our personalities, actions and ethics can all pretty much be surmised from what sort of poke bowl we order which in turn makes us the poke bowl. (Don’t mind the leaps in logic, this article is just for fun!) So what kind of
For a while, things got better with COVID-19. Case numbers were low, folks were getting vaccinated and it looked like things were returning back to normal. However, due to the omicron variant, as well as increased social gatherings due to the holiday season, Hawaiʻi is seeing its highest COVID-19 counts to date. On Sunday, December
Hauʻoli Makahiki Hou! (Happy New Year!) While many venues were silenced last year by COVID-19, festivities are making a comeback. To celebrate the arrival of 2022, check out these events. O‘ahu Waikīkī New Year’s Eve Fireworks After being canceled last year due to the pandemic, the extravagant light show is back. While the event is known for drawing a lot of people, you can still
Here in the Islands, semiformal attire involves buttoning up an aloha shirt. It’s the Hawaiʻi businessman’s unofficial uniform and the go-to look for first birthdays, graduations and holiday parties. Basically, there’s no such thing as owning too many aloha shirts. Although traditionally worn by men, women’s aloha shirts are also in style, making them great
