How to buy an ukulele from Hawaii

posted by: Vanessa Sim on Thu Nov 19, 2009 at 01:49 PM A HAWAII Magazine reader asked us for some advice on purchasing Hawaii’s iconic instrument. We reveal how to find a great ukulele whether you’re buying here in person, searching online or looking for a “made in Hawaii” instrument.  More

What's the best way to learn how to surf in Hawaii?

posted by: Vanessa Sim on Wed Nov 18, 2009 at 09:57 AM HAWAII Magazine reader Brookelynn Morris asked us where she could learn how to surf on Oahu. We offer beginners tips for finding good surf schools and instructors throughout Hawaii, and a trio of Oahu surf schools with good reputations.  More

Savin’ the Ditch. Where can I get a Kohala Ditch t-shirt?

posted by: Chris Bailey on Fri Oct 23, 2009 at 10:37 AM HAWAII Magazine subscriber Donald Hinds asks if he can buy a t-shirt supporting the restoration of the Big Island of Hawaii’s Kohala Ditch—the former home of the popular Flumin’ Da Ditch ride. Turns out anyone can buy the shirts, which support the ditch repair.  More

Help! I need a good Mai Tai mix! Right now!

posted by: John Heckathorn on Thu Oct 22, 2009 at 10:58 AM A HAWAII Magazine reader asks for our help finding a good Mai Tai mix. We’ve found a great mix made on Kauai—and available for mail order.  More

How to find a cruise to Hawaii from the West Coast

posted by: Vanessa Sim on Fri Oct 02, 2009 at 01:29 PM HAWAII Magazine reader Ken Fiske asked us about passenger ships operating between Hawaii and the West Coast of the U.S. Mainland. Here are all the cruise ships we know of—all of which also stop at inter-island ports of call while here.  More

That Hula Pie dessert you had in Hawaii? Here's the recipe.

posted by: Chris Bailey on Fri Sep 25, 2009 at 12:07 PM A HAWAII Magazine reader asked us for the recipe for the famed Hula Pie dessert at Duke’s Canoe Club in Waikiki. Duke’s wasn’t talking, but we deliver the goods. Bonus: We share a great macadamia nut tart recipe from Chef Roy Yamaguchi.   More

What does "da kine" in Dog the Bounty Hunter's Da Kine Bail Bonds mean?

posted by: John Heckathorn on Fri Sep 18, 2009 at 01:31 AM A HAWAII Magazine reader wants to know what Duane "Dog the Bounty Hunter" Chapman means by calling his business,Da Kine Bail Bonds.Understanding "da kine" is as complex as understanding Hawaii.  More

That Key Lime Colada you had in Hawaii? Here's the recipe.

posted by: Vanessa Sim on Mon Sep 14, 2009 at 07:42 AM HAWAII Magazine reader Nancy Slater wants to know the recipe for a cocktail she enjoyed at Ko Olina Resort on Oahu. We find it for her, and offer our own recipe.  More

Where to find great saimin on Maui

posted by: John Heckathorn on Sat Sep 12, 2009 at 08:51 AM A reader emailed asking us to find great saimin on Maui. Here are four possibilities—plus an account of Maui’s signature noodles, Sam Sato’s “dry” saimin.  More

HAWAII Magazine guide to getting to and staying on Molokai

posted by: Chris Bailey and Vanessa Sim on Fri Sep 11, 2009 at 04:59 PM HAWAII Magazine reader Paul Zaludek is planning a trip to Molokai and wanted some information on airlines, airfares, lodging and rental cars. We offer some tips.   More