Hawai‘i has long had a reputation for top-notch hospitality, with great service, friendly smiles, attention to detail, and, of course, the spirit of aloha. Enter SCP Hilo Hotel, a newly renovated 128-room property, which steps up hospitality to the max by focusing not only on its guests, but on the community and even the planet. […]
Mochi doughnuts are having a moment in Hawaiʻi. You’ll see these chewy versions of classic doughnuts at bakeries and farmers markets in Hawaiʻi, made from Japanese sweet rice flour, called mochi flour. This special flour gives the doughnuts a chewy, springy texture—they’re not heavy or dense. The doughnuts are shaped into rings made up of
You know who they are. The impossible friends and family members on your shopping list. Well, we’ve got you this year. No matter who is on your list, these gifts will make you look like the Gift Whisperer. That’s right, this is the list. Lydgate Farms You know chocolate–covered macadamia nuts. Maybe you’ve packed your bags with them on previous trips to the Islands. But we
1. Aloha Nui Skin Care, Hanalei Co. Every ingredient in this unique collection is made with Hawaiian-grown ingredients straight from the ‘āina (land). Ingredients like kukui (candlenut) oil are amazing for moisture retention and the Kona Peptide Hawaiian Eye Cream contains coffee to perk up tired holiday eyes. The entire Aloha Nui Skincare Collection from Hanalei Co. brings an island spa to your home. hanaleicompany.com
The Park Ward Village is located within a celebrated neighborhood filled with energy and life. Here, a community of people stroll tree-lined streets and enjoy one-of-a-kind shopping and dining, as well as convenient access to the beauty of Hawaiʻi. Adjacent to Victoria Ward Park and just minutes from Ala Moana Beach Park and Kewalo Harbor,
If you’re searching for great waves, look no further than Hawaiʻi. Home to some of the best waves around—the North Shore of Oʻahu is literally called the Seven-Mile Miracle—the Islands are the perfect place to call home if you’re an experienced surfer, a fledgling bodyboarder or a weekend stand-up paddler. Of course, there are a
The 41st Hawai‘i International Film Festival (HIFF41) presented by Halekūlani is returning in a big way this fall. Scheduled for Nov. 4 to 28 statewide, HIFF41 will be a hybrid event of in-person and virtual screenings, panels and workshops. The festival will be primarily held on Oʻahu, but also will have in-theater screenings on Hawai‘i
Pablo Picasso. Salvador Dali. Rembrandt van Rijn. They’re among the most famous artists of all time—and their works have a new permanent home on Honolulu’s Waikīkī Beach Walk. Park West Gallery, the world’s largest art dealer, has just opened a brand-new fine art museum and gallery not far from the sun and sand of legendary Waikīkī Beach. Visitors will be
For more than 40 years, Royal Hawaiian Center has been welcoming kamaʻāina (residents) and malihini (visitors) to experience the very best in cultural lessons, shopping and dining. Here is your guide to experiencing everything Royal Hawaiian Center has to offer. Embrace the Heritage Royal Hawaiian Center is built upon the historic lands of Helumoa. Waikīkī, meaning “spouting waters”, was
What does a real estate agent do? Good question. With the agents at List Sotheby’s International Realty, duties can range from helping clients sell undesirable properties under a tight deadline to fronting renovation costs and helping people get their COVID-19 vaccine. But more importantly, List Sotheby’s International Realty agents are always trying to build relationships with their clients, which
For many visitors to Hawaiʻi, a pearl necklace, bracelet or pair of earrings from Maui Divers Jewelry is a must-have. Although what some might not realize is that Maui Divers Jewelry prides itself on being local. From production to inspiration, each piece cherishes unique experiences and memories of both locals and visitors. Each piece is
Mother’s Day and graduation is coming up, and we know a way to make the occasion extra special. Unique to the Islands and more than a century old, the tradition of Hawaiian heirloom jewelry celebrates love, joy and life’s most memorable moments with the gift of keepsake pieces that are built to last forever and meant to be passed down through generations. Each piece stands out with personalized lettering and ornate Island-inspired designs, all engraved by hand. Whether
