Monolithic Leahi (Diamond Head), a 300,000-year-old extinct volcanic crater, is a prominent feature along Waikiki’s eastern coastline. The march to the top along the Diamond Head Summit Trail promises stunning panoramic views looking out across the ocean and inland over downtown Honolulu and beyond to the Waianae Range. To get to that view, however, you’ll […]
If you’re on Oahu with your mom this month, consider a visit to Sea Life Park Hawaii. In honor of tomorrow’s Mother’s Day holiday, the Windward Side attraction is offering free admission to all mothers for the entire month of May. “Many of our animal residents were born right here at the Park, so it’s
Imagine this: It’s nighttime. A man dressed in a traditional Samoan lavalava skirt and grasses rapidly twirls a flaming, sharp-edged blade with focused skill and precision—his body is illuminated by its glow. He grabs another flaming knife and begins to twirl it while sending the first sailing five feet above his head. It peaks and
My nose is the first instrument of my five senses activated as I approach the worn-down, wood structure that has long been home to Waiahole Poi Factory. The salt-kissed, meaty aroma of kalua pig wafts out of a small serving window onto busy, two-lane Kamehameha Highway as I take my place in the customer queue. Studying
Calling all bibliophiles, audiophiles and lovers of great stories! Honolulu has a festival tailor-made for you and it’s happening this weekend on the Honolulu Hale civic center grounds. The 10th annual Hawaii Book & Music Festival celebrates books, storytelling and music with a lineup of over 125 free events and activities, May 2 and 3.
Chef James Aptakin’s Aloha Shoyu Lettuce Wraps Makes pupus for 6 to 8 people 2 tbsp. oil1 tsp. minced ginger1 tsp. minced shallots¼ cup minced water chestnuts1/3 cup crushed candied walnuts1 cup stemmed chopped cilantro½ cup chopped green onions1/8 tsp. chili flakes1 oz. Aloha Mango Pineapple Teriyaki Glaze1 lb. minced grilled chicken1 head of iceberg
On May 1 much of the northern hemisphere celebrates and welcomes spring, or celebrates unions and worker’s rights. In Hawaii, the day is a celebration of Hawaiian culture and tradition: May Day is Lei Day. Lei Day festivities often include fragrant floral lei-making competitions, hula and music concerts and the sharing of lei among friends
What’s pink and tinned and salty all over? Hawaii’s favorite luncheon meat, Spam! This Sat., May 2, Hawaii Spam fans and curious residents and visitors will celebrate the state’s adoration for the pink brick with a huge afternoon block party. Waikiki Spam Jam runs from 4 p.m. til 10 p.m. along Waikiki’s main drag. This
It’s no secret that Hawaii has an abundance of delicious dining options. In fact, HAWAII Magazine dedicates an entire issue to the Islands’ food and foodie culture each year! Wondering where to go next time you’re in the Islands? We’ve got a roundup of the 10 best restaurants in three different price ranges courtesy of
Gabby Pahinui played a defining role in popularizing Hawaiian-style kihoalu (slack-key guitar) and steel guitar music during the Hawaiian cultural renaissance of the 1970s. Largely self-taught, he grew to become one of Hawaii’s most influential musicians prior to his death at the age of 59 in 1980. It’s said Pahinui could pick up and master
Ready to get your adventure on? Today we’re sharing the best Hawaii ziplining companies and courses, the best surf instruction companies and the best hiking trails for both beginners and experts. The best, you ask, says who? Well, says you! Last summer we asked our more than 200,000-strong HAWAII Magazine reader ohana to share their
