The Mana Up Showcase, a celebration of Hawaiʻi’s local startups and all things trending in Hawaiʻi, is returning in 2023 with a whole new lineup of events. Presented by King’s Hawaiian, the Mana Up Showcase has made some significant changes as it enters its sixth year—so many that the 2023 event has been split into […]
Right now, the best way to help those affected by the Maui wildfires and support Maui is by supporting them with your wallet. The road to recovery for many residents who have lost their homes and businesses will not only be long, but extremely expensive. Fortunately, you can help Lahaina and West Maui residents by
In 1980 Han Sung “Has” Barry quit her job as a schoolteacher and started a cookie business. All because of a horoscope. She grabs her wallet and pulls out the astrological forecast, cut from the newspaper decades ago, and hands it to me. “You are ready for changes in business matters,” it reads. “Don’t let
Everyone has their own complexion, body type, personal fashion and individuality—they’re what make us us. Kolohe, a custom jewelry bar with two locations in Waikīkī, provides a space where customers can celebrate themselves by crafting a piece of jewelry—whether a simple bracelet, a lavish ring or something else entirely—that’s unique to them. And Kolohe’s jewelry
Tanya Uyehara has always loved to create. Coming from a family of hula dancers, it was no surprise that Uyehara had a natural inclination toward jewelry making, a craft she picked up while on maternity leave with her fourth child. Now, she’s the proud owner of Lahaʻole Designs, which sells jewelry, home decor and clothing
Known as the First Lady of Waikīkī, the Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, is one of the grandest hotels in Hawaiʻi. Originally called the Moana Hotel, it was built in 1901 with 75 rooms, each with its own private bathroom and telephone. The American Colonial-style structure—the first large hotel in Waikīkī—boasted a rooftop
Pink. That’s the first thing you’ll see walking into TRH Inspired. From clothing to water bottles, tote bags and bathrobes, everything sold at this little boutique flaunts a shade of light pink reminiscent of The Royal Hawaiian. And that’s no coincidence. TRH stands for “The Royal Hawaiian,” and the products that fill these shelves are
Waking up to a view of Diamond Head from your balcony. Sipping a mai tai under the banyan tree by the ocean. Enjoying a relaxing lomilomi message in the hotel’s world-class spa. That’s the kind of experience you can have at the grand Moana Surfrider, a Westin Resort & Spa, in the heart of Waikīkī.
Spring Break is over and summer isn’t here yet. So we’re all daydreaming about that Hawaiʻi vacation. (Yes, we daydream about the Islands, too.) There’s one way we can bring the Islands to us—shopping! We rounded up some of our favorite Hawaiʻi products right now, from comfy blankets in tropical prints to lilikoʻi butter that’s
From colorful waterproof totes to quick-drying towels emblazoned with bold patterns, beachgoers don’t have to trade style for function at Lamonts. The boutique, in the lobby of the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, carries fashion-forward brands—many of them locally owned—so you’ll not only be prepared, but also well-dressed, for the beach. It’s also a wonderful
From white wine and apple cider to rice and sherry, diligent shoppers are probably familiar with the regular lineup of vinegars on grocery store shelves. But at Hawaiian Vinegar Co. the tart liquid is different, more nuanced. It’s bright, flavorful and just acidic enough to make your lips pucker, and each batch of the company’s
Much more than your stock standard gift and sundry shop in Waikīkī, Accents at the Royal Hawaiian Resort is perfect for visitors and even locals looking to buy unique, locally made gifts for family and friends—and to accent their own homes. “We’ve got locally made gifts for everyone in the ʻohana including the fur babies,”
