News Hawaiʻi is Raising Its Tourism Tax with the Goal of Mitigating Climate Impacts Here’s what travelers need to know about the new “Green Fee” in Hawaiʻi. by The HAWAII Magazine Staff
Activities 12 Ways to Feel Like it’s Winter in Hawaiʻi Don those cable-knit sweaters and scarves. by Catherine Toth Fox
Environment Our Tips for Whale Watching in Hawaiʻi November is the start of whale-watching season in the Islands. by Catherine Toth Fox
News Local Chef Alan Wong Set to Open Restaurant at The Kāhala Hotel & Resort The James Beard Award-winning chef and Hawaiʻi Regional Cuisine pioneer will open Alan Wong’s at the Honolulu hotel, replacing its signature restaurant, Hōkū’s, in early 2026. by Catherine Toth Fox
Environment First Humpback Whale of the Season Spotted Off Kauaʻi’s Coast Kauaʻi crew spots first koholā of the 2025-2026 season. by HAWAII Magazine Staff
Environment Mālama: Safeguarding the Future of Alakoko, Kauaʻi’s Ancient Fishpond This 600-year-old Hawaiian fishpond on Kaua‘i’s southwest coast is one of the most endangered historic places on the island. by Catherine Toth Fox
Environment Towering 1,300-Foot Lava Fountains Mark Episode 34 of Kīlauea’s Ongoing Eruption Episode 34 began in the early hours of Oct. 1 and ended after 6 hours of continuous fountaining. by Grace Maeda
From Our Magazine The Plans to Restore the Waikīkī War Memorial Natatorium on Oʻahu The city is working to reopen and restore the natatorium to its original glory. by Catherine Toth Fox
Environment Popular Kīlauea Summit Viewing Area Reopens in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park The Uēkahuna observation deck, the highest point on Kīlauea and steeped in history, reopened to the public after closing in 2018. by HAWAII Magazine Staff
Arts + Culture 9 Ways to Sink Your Teeth into Mango Season in Hawaiʻi Celebrate mango season by trying out these Island faves made with fresh local fruit. by Madeleine Carr
Arts + Culture The Winners of the 62nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival See some of the best performances from the annual competition. by HAWAII Magazine Staff
Environment Catch-and-Release Fishing Returns to Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden on Oʻahu Get ready to cast your line. But first, you’ll need to make a reservation. by HAWAII Magazine Staff