“We waited a long time to come to Honolulu,” says restaurateur and renowned chef Peter Merriman. Located on the corner of Auahi and Kamakee streets, in the ritzy Anaha complex at Ward Village, Merriman’s Honolulu is the first flagship Merriman’s restaurant on Oahu. “We’re normally in tourist locations,” remarks Merriman, “and this is our first […]
You’ve checked in, exchanged your shoes for slippahs, and you’re looking for things to do in Waikiki. Here are a few suggestions on where to start, whether it be a historical tour of the Moana Surfrider, enjoying a booze cruise around the harbor, breaking out of a puzzle room, seeing animals at the zoo or
Ready for a night on the town in Honolulu’s bustling tourist mecca? Just follow our handy step-by-step guide for some of Waikiki’s best cocktails and views, or if you’re looking for a deal, stop by one of the happy hour spots on our list earlier in the evening for cocktails and pupu (appetizers). Tommy Bahama’s
After initially launching limited wi-fi services in select terminals in December 2017, the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport will now allow travelers to access unlimited free wi-fi from all areas of the airport, including new coverage in Terminals 1 and 2. Users can connect to Boingo Wireless and, after watching an ad, will be able
Waikiki can be notoriously expensive when it comes to food. But for those of you looking for a deal, there are a number of delicious options. From musubis to burgers, we found these reasonably priced meals coming in at $15 or less. Here are the spots that should be on your radar. Under $15 The
For many, a trip to Hawaii isn’t complete without visiting Pearl Harbor. The Hawaii naval base was attacked on December 7, 1941 and became the immediate cause of the United States’ entry into World War II. Now, 77 years later, the site is home to relics of the last world war, and includes the USS
When thinking of Oahu’s surf, a few images come to mind. The throaty barrels at Banzai Pipeline. The dangerous, shallow reefs of Rocky Point. The large, gargantuan waves of Waimea Bay. But really, from the North Shore to Honolulu’s south coasts, there are surf spots geared toward all skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Check
Cool trade winds drift in from the peaks of the Koolau mountains, rustling ridgeline trees in the rear of Palolo Valley. Roosters call and answer each other across the neighborhood. I can hear the faint whisper of rains, deep within Palolo, falling into its thick watershed forests. But other than that … quiet. It’s a
The Kapahulu staple, Rainbow Drive-In, opened its first new location in Kalihi early last month. The iconic diner, which serves island-style plate lunches, has been around since 1961 at its Kapahulu location, and gained national attention when it was featured on the Food Channel’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” And, according to owner Jim Gusukuma, the
In a city where the dining options are so plentiful and varied, these nine restaurants and popular dishes should be at the top of your list—and you don’t even have to leave Waikiki to find them. M.A.C. 24/7 Smoky and savory, this dish will win the heart of any eggs Benedict lover. Photo courtesy: M.A.C.
This month we celebrate everything that Hawaii loves: luau with all of our favorite grinds, music from local artists, hula performances and more. All Islands King Kamehameha Day 6/11 Honolulu’s Kamehameha statue is bedecked with lei each Kamehameha Day.Photo: Daniel Ramirez/Flickr Estimated to stand over 7 feet tall, King Kamehameha is a monumental figure in
The USS Arizona Memorial, built in 1962 to honor the 1,177 sailors and marines who died aboard the USS Arizona during the bombing of Pearl Harbor, closed indefinitely on May 27th, just one day before Memorial Day. Concerns started earlier this month when a transportation operator reported cracks on the exterior of the memorial, near
