Good news for those looking to climb Kailua’s Kaiwa Ridge Trail, also known as the Lanikai Pillbox Trail: The hike reopened Aug. 20 after a 60-day closure. Known for its 360-degree view of Oahu’s east side, the trail was temporarily closed to allow construction crews to repair and future-proof the two pillboxes at the top […]
It’s Saturday morning, and it’s early. Really early. Earlier than I’m ever awake on a weekend, and, judging by the stillness of the Wahiawa streets, earlier than most anyone else, too. Except, that is, for a line of determined sweet-tooths already forming at Uber Factory, a barely-there nook tucked into a wee side alley off
Dive into a snorkelers paradise at Shark’s Cove on Oahu’s North Shore. The popular rocky bay, part of Pupukea Beach Park, boasts sparkling, clear blue water, underwater caves and sea life everywhere, from schools of fish to honu (Hawaiian sea turtles). The adventure is waiting for you! Have Aloha Will Travel, powered by HAWAII Magazine, creates
Craving something sweet? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Try these tropical snacks on the Waikiki strip for the best ways to get your sugar high. These addictive mochi doughnuts come in all kinds of unique flavors. Photo: Elena Bragg MoDo doughnuts The Japanese-style mochi doughnuts have a chewy consistency with unique flavors, such as
Nestled between the North Shore Oahu towns of Haleiwa and Mokuleia, Waialua is a former sugar plantation that’s turned into a trendy neighborhood. With hip cafés, stylish thrift shops and some of the freshest ahi you can find on the island, Waialua sets itself apart from Haleiwa with its chill plantation community vibes and local
With a new look conceived by the creative collective Army of Moon People and designed by New York design firm BHDM Design, the Shoreline Hotel Waikiki has gone through a vibrant makeover. Mixing nature with neon, the 135-room hotel left no space untouched. Fluorescent signs now inhabit the lobby, a splashy mural hovers over the rooftop pool and
In the era of modern hula, organized competitions such as the Merrie Monarch Festival have increasingly become the standard by which the reputation of halau hula (hula schools) are measured. After all, the spirit of competition is one that inherently encourages passion, unity and ingenuity. But 40 years after the first dancer graced its stage,
Aloha Surfer is a simple game. Tap the screen of your phone and your character, a tanned surfer, rides up and down a wave. The objective of the game is equally simple: Collect the lei and avoid the sharks that zigzag across the screen. Reminiscent of the 2014 viral sensation, Flappy Bird, Hawaii resident Zachary
Starting Monday, July 23 and ending on Monday, July 30, locals and visitors alike will be able to reserve a suite at the Hilton Hawaiian Village for half off. Available for stays reserved between August 6, 2018 to March 31, 2019, this sale covers the entire resort’s suite catalog, from the Rainbow Tower’s ocean view suites to
Psst: Can we let you in on a little secret? We love ourselves a good hustlin’, bustlin’ day in Waikiki (with its stellar repertoire of shops and top-tier restaurants, we’re constantly busy) but lately we’ve been feeling the need to get away from it all with our own little oasis—and we’ve finally found it: serene,
Governor David Ige has signed the long-awaited bill that will not allow sunscreen that is deemed toxic for coral reefs to be sold in the state of Hawaii. Senate Bill 2571, initially proposed by Senator Mike Gabbard, seeks to prohibit the sale of sunscreens that contain oxybenzone and octinoxate, two chemicals that have been scientifically proven
Knowing where to get your daily dosage of caffeine is important, and fortunately for visitors and residents alike, Waikiki has got a number of coffee shops and cafés. Ranging from a chic to sleek, these five spots must be on your radar if you’re in the market for a cup of joe. Olive & Oliver is
