This Memorial Day, an estimated 50,000 people from all over the globe gathered on the shores of Honolulu’s Ala Moana Beach Park and Magic Island to take part in a breathtakingly beautiful memorial event hosted by Shinnyo-en, an international Buddhist community. This year, family and friends released 7,000 lanterns bearing the names and memories of their lost loved ones into […]
How does Hawaii like its mochi? Let us count the ways. No matter which culture these tasty tidbits are from, they’re made from sugar, rice and everything nice, and we’re into that. Here are some places on Oahu to get your local-style, Korean, Chinese, Japanese or Filipino mochi fix. Modern Colorful vegan options from Peace
Kimie Miner. Kapena. The Green. Keauhou. Stef Mariani. These are just a few of the Hawaii artists who won big at the 2018 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards. The show, which is commonly referred to as Hawaii’s Grammy Awards, doles out awards in a variety of genres and categories, such as album of the year, male vocalist
When planning that special once-in-a-lifetime trip, it can be quite the challenge to find a vacation destination that offers a little bit of everything fabulous. Everything, meaning: Sublime cultural experiences, must-see attractions, exciting activities, restaurants so good they make foodies blush, historically and culturally significant sites, stunning nature, a notable nightlife – all with a
You’ve seen her work by now. Whether it caught your eye in a country boutique, or you’ve stared at one of her massive murals, Kris Goto has been making waves in Hawaii’s ever-vibrant art scene. Many of her pieces feature a sense of colorful whimsy mixed with Hawaii’s beach culture. And whether it’s a lady
May means that Mele Mei, a monthlong celebration of Hawaii’s music culture, is fully underway. And whether you’re on Kauai, the Big Island or Oahu, find the local vibrations put out by Hawaii artists at one of the many Mele Mei events. With so many performances going on every weekend, check out our event guide,
I tried to mentally will the gray clouds away as we approached the left turn to the posh Aina Haina neighborhood in East Oahu. My husband and I, our dog in the back seat, were heading to the Wiliwilinui Ridge Trail and the drive over was becoming increasingly overcast. The nearly 5-mile round-trip trail is
Interested in spending a day restoring Hawaii’s largest wetland habitat on your next Oahu vacation? Maybe surveying a coral reef or watching over nesting sea turtles is your thing. A few environmental nonprofits would appreciate the help. Spread out before Olomana and Ulumawao, the windward Oahu peaks standing sentinel-like over Kailua town, is a swath of
To commemorate, honor and encourage Hawaiian culture, Hawaiian Airlines flight HA18, which left the Honolulu International Airport last week, was staffed with flight attendants who spoke in both English and olelo Hawaii (Hawaiian language). With its destination being Las Vegas, this was the first flight to the continental U.S. featuring this culturally immersive program. And
There’s something undeniably cool about The Surfing Pig. Situated between Coffee Talk and Sprout Sandwich Shop, this tapas bar stands out, which is not an easy task in Oahu’s culinary cornerstone of Kaimuki. Maybe its owner, Stan Glander, took a few notes from his other wildly successful breakfast ventures, Kono’s North Shore, Kono’s Kapahulu and
The Battleship Missouri Memorial, located a mere ship’s length from the USS Arizona Memorial, completes a historical visitor experience that begins with the “day of infamy” that saw the sinking of USS Arizona in Pearl Harbor and ends with Imperial Japan’s formal surrender aboard the USS Missouri (BB-63) in Tokyo Bay. As our primary artifact, the
I’m starting to lose my grip. Ten feet above the ground, my toe is cinched in a small inlet and I’m reaching hard for the next hold. My hands should be sweating, but they’re covered in white chalk, which keeps them dry. My focus is entirely set on not falling off this rock. I make
