Kela Yzeiraj was born on Albania’s Mediterranean coast, a tucked-away landscape of wild mountains and undeveloped crescent beaches. She came to the Bronx, New York as a refugee from the civil turmoil in the early 90s. Amid towering concrete buildings and blaring car horns, her early years were defined by contradictions. As a young adult, […]
Get an insider’s take on professional coffee cupping from Fred Cowell, the general manager of family-run Kauai Coffee, the largest coffee farm in the United States. Affectionately known as “slurping and spitting,” cupping is how the pros determine the quality of a batch of coffee. In brief, here are the steps demonstrated: 1. Do a
With pristine beaches, coursing rivers and untouched, lush greenery ready to be explored, the Garden Isle is a bucket-list destination for adventurers and relaxation-seekers alike. You can enjoy world-class amenities while experiencing the rich history of the oldest Hawaiian island, so grab your camera and a mai tai, leave your worries at home and say
For centuries, humans have sensed that water holds vast healing powers—from the thalassotherapy, or sea therapy, in ancient Greece, to the way the thermal baths of Big Sur have been respected and revered for decades, to the world-renowned medicinal hot springs of Budapest. The mysterious way Earth’s water sources can act as a miraculous panacea
Kauai is known as the Garden Island, a nature lover’s paradise dotted with dense tropical forests, sparkling beaches, and historic Hawaiian towns. Did you know Kauai is also a top travel destination for coffee lovers? As the home of Kauai Coffee Co., the largest coffee farm in the United States, no trip to the island is
You’ve been running around to kids’ school events, work meetings and family get-togethers all week. In this marathon-meets-juggling-fest of an existence, you’re seriously earning your gold star, but even MVPs need a vacation now and then. You deserve it—so what’s the hottest new family destination for getting away from it all? We say: Outer Space.
If you’re visiting the Islands, start your food journey at Pagoda Floating Restaurant & Catering, where you can sample dozens of ono (delicious) local favorites at a price that won’t break the bank. The restaurant is built over amazing koi ponds, the reason it got its name. On Sundays, the brunch buffet is available from
Surrounded by 40 spectacular acres of oceanfront property on Kaanapali Beach, this AAA 4-Diamond award-winning resort offers endless activities and amenities in a setting of tropical paradise. Each of the 806 guestrooms, including 31 suites, affords Hawaiian elegance with private lanais and panoramic views. Enjoy resort amenities, including Maui’s only oceanfront spa, 24-hour athletic club,
Experience Maui in an intimate setting when you stay at The Plantation Inn, a hidden gem in the heart of historic Lahaina town. This adults-only B&B offers 18 rooms and suites decorated in vintage Hawaiian décor, surrounding a serene courtyard pool and jacuzzi. Located only steps from bustling Front Street lined with shops, art galleries,
Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, recently welcomed Tadashi Yoshino to spearhead new sushi services at Botero Lounge—the resort’s central hub. Named after renowned artist Fernando Botero, the lounge features some of Hawaii’s largest art collection along with sweeping views Wailea Beach, cocktail services and live entertainment. Since re-joining the Grand Wailea team, Sushi Chef
Fondly known as the Valley Isle, Maui is the second largest of the islands that make up the Hawaiian archipelago. A playground of emerald green mountains, jungle valleys, quaint towns and sprawling beaches, Maui is a destination primed for romance and adventure. Home to the famous volcano Haleakala (“House of the Sun”), countless waterfalls and
If you’re looking for something unique to remember your Hawaii Island vacation, search no further than Jams World, an iconic local apparel brand with more than 50 years of rich history in Hawaii. With stores at The Shops at Mauna Lani in Waimea and Keauhou Shopping Center in Kailua-Kona, Jams World is a one-stop shop
