Hawaii is blessed with some of the most scenic roadways in the world. Stretches of cliff-side pavement afford stunning ocean vistas, thoroughfares meander over tall bridges and through dense jungle, and day drives wind atop canyons or to lava rock landscapes. To freely and flexibly explore Hawaii’s scenic roadways as a visitor, though, you will […]
Time to start planning your Hawaii foodie vacation! The Hawaii Food and Wine Festival, the state’s biggest culinary fest, will celebrate its fifth anniversary Aug. 29 through Sept. 13. Tickets just went on sale. The fest celebrates food and drink utilizing island-fresh ingredients in nine days of signature culinary events on Hawaii Island, Maui and
Less than a five-minute walk from HAWAII Magazine’s offices is a popular local restaurant that serves a “secret” pizza. J.J. Dolan’s, an Irish bar on the border of Honolulu’s Chinatown, is widely known among downtown denizens for its New York-style pizza. But what was news to me—until I watched a sneak peak of the Travel
Hawaii is surrounded by miles and miles of open ocean, a continent of water. It’s fitting then that a huge annual expo celebrating all things sea takes place in Honolulu each year. This year’s 7th annual Hawaii Ocean Expo will be held at the Neil S. Blaisdell Center Sat., April 11 and Sun., April 12.
Don’t want to wait til fall to see Hawaii International Film Festival’s (HIFF) impressive lineup of foreign and indie films? If you’re in Honolulu this week, you’re in luck! The popular festival presents its smaller Spring Showcase with 33 films playing at two theaters in Honolulu starting this Friday (April 10). The event provides a
This winter, California’s Bay Area will have a new direct link to tropical Hawaii. Virgin America announced today that it will make its first foray into the Hawaiian market with two new routes stemming from San Francisco. An accompanying introductory fare sale offers $199 one-way tickets to the Islands. The airline begins regular both-direction daily
Hungry for some multicultural cuisine? Today we’re divulging the best places to dine in the Islands if you’re in the mood for Hawaiian, Chinese, Korean, Japanese or Filipino fare. 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 favorite Hawaii
Looking for a more intimate, upscale and unique home base for your next Hawaii vacation? Look no further than these great Hawaii boutique hotels. Last summer we asked our more than 200,000-strong HAWAII Magazine reader ohana to share their favorite Hawaii things for our third annual Readers’ Choice Awards. They submitted thousands of ballots filled
Hawaii’s humpback whales may soon find more space and more protected species sharing their safe winter playground. Last week, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced a proposed rule outlining their plans to expand the size and scope of the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary. The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine
Waikiki is the first taste of Hawaii for many travelers. It’s a place where visitors can toe dip into the local culture, enjoy mai tais with umbrellas and pineapple wedges at sunset, and take in the profile of monolithic Diamond Head lording over the eastern horizon from an undulating raft at sea. It’s a place
This Sunday, popular Hawaii artists and notable area hula troupes will convene on the grounds of Iolani Palace in downtown Honolulu for an all-day family-friendly, free-to-the-public concert and showcase of Hawaiian culture. The 2nd annual Ola Ka Ha (which translates loosely to the essence of the Hawaiian people lives on) celebration includes live music, hula
Hawaii’s natural beauty beckons millions of visitors to the Islands each year. Fortunately there are many activities—and activity companies—offering ways to get out there, ditch the crowds and experience Hawaii’s grandeur. Today we’re sharing some of the top companies offering some of Hawaii’s favorite activities on land, floating above the waves and in the sky.
