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3 Iconic Vintage Hawaiian Aloha Shirts and the Story Behind Them
Here are a few of the most memorable aloha shirts in the history of the garment. 
June 14, 2019
Vote in the 2020 HAWAII Magazine Readers' Choice Awards and you could win a trip to Big Island
Tell us your Hawaii "bests" and we'll fly one lucky winner to Big Island.
June 14, 2019
Help Reforest Gunstock Ranch on Oahu's North Shore
The Hawaiian Legacy Reforestation Initiative started a project to reforest more than 500 acres of land at Gunstock Ranch
June 13, 2019
Experience Maui at The Plantation Inn
The intimate B&B is a hidden gem in the heart of historic Lahaina town.
May 14, 2019
8 Jaw-Dropping Maui Hikes
These Hawaii trails for the adventurous reveal some of Maui’s most incredible natural wonders.
June 12, 2019
The Top 4 Ziplines on Hawaii Island
Fly through the air on one of Hawaii Island’s best ziplines from our 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards.
June 11, 2019

Oahu

Vote in the 2020 HAWAII Magazine Readers' Choice Awards and you could win a trip to Big Island
Tell us your Hawaii "bests" and we'll fly one lucky winner to Big Island.
June 14, 2019
Help Reforest Gunstock Ranch on Oahu's North Shore
The Hawaiian Legacy Reforestation Initiative started a project to reforest more than 500 acres of land at Gunstock Ranch
June 13, 2019
New USPS 'Forever' Stamp Honors the Battleship USS Missouri
The stamp's release coincides with the 75th anniversary of the USS Missouri's commissioning on June 11, 1944.
June 11, 2019
Congratulations to the Winners of HAWAII Magazine’s 2019 Video Contest!
Congratulations to our winners in HAWAII Magazine’s first video contest!
June 10, 2019
Ko Kane Sugarcane Juice Bar Perpetuates Real Hawaii Sugar
Using all-natural products and real, unprocessed Hawaiian sugarcane, this Honolulu startup is slinging out ono, refreshing drinks.  
June 10, 2019
The Coolest Way to Eat Ube Right Now
Oahu shops are serving a soft-serve version of this sweet purple yam.
June 7, 2019

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Maui

Vote in the 2020 HAWAII Magazine Readers' Choice Awards and you could win a trip to Big Island
Tell us your Hawaii "bests" and we'll fly one lucky winner to Big Island.
June 14, 2019
8 Jaw-Dropping Maui Hikes
These Hawaii trails for the adventurous reveal some of Maui’s most incredible natural wonders.
June 12, 2019
4 Maui Accommodations for 4 Types of Travelers
Find your perfect vacation getaway at one of these Maui hotels, BnBs and lodges.
June 10, 2019
Congratulations to the Winners of HAWAII Magazine’s 2019 Video Contest!
Congratulations to our winners in HAWAII Magazine’s first video contest!
June 10, 2019
5 Family-Friendly Trails to Explore Hawaii's Natural Beauty
These trails are great ways to explore the tropical outdoors—and tire out the kids, too.
June 5, 2019
Share Your Island Vacation With a Shelter Dog
Dog lovers can take advantage of this unique opportunity to spend their Island experience with Hawaii’s loveable and adoptable shelter dogs.
May 22, 2019

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Food & Drink

Vote in the 2020 HAWAII Magazine Readers' Choice Awards and you could win a trip to Big Island
Tell us your Hawaii "bests" and we'll fly one lucky winner to Big Island.
June 14, 2019
Ko Kane Sugarcane Juice Bar Perpetuates Real Hawaii Sugar
Using all-natural products and real, unprocessed Hawaiian sugarcane, this Honolulu startup is slinging out ono, refreshing drinks.  
June 10, 2019
The Coolest Way to Eat Ube Right Now
Oahu shops are serving a soft-serve version of this sweet purple yam.
June 7, 2019
7 Must-Try Maui Hole-In-the-Wall Eateries
For a unique and delicious food adventure, track down these hidden gems all over the island of Maui.
May 20, 2019
Manoa's Historic Waioli Tea Room Has a New Mission
The Oahu restaurant is open again with a new name, new menu and a new calling to help the community.
May 14, 2019
Big Island Candies Launches New Hawaiian Salt Cookies Created by the Martha Stewart of Japan
Japanese cookbook author and TV host Harumi Kurihara helped develop the recipe using one of her favorite Island ingredients.
May 3, 2019

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Destination Oahu

HAWAII Blogs

From resort stays to upscale shopping, a one-stop destination on all things luxury travel across Hawaii.

Haiku House Maui Offers a Unique Upscale Hotel Alternative
June 5, 2019
Timbers Kauai Raises the Bar on Luxury Vacation Rentals
March 12, 2019
The Latest Buzz in Massage Treatments is Now at The Kahala Spa
February 6, 2019
De-Stress with Moana Lani Spa's Signature Treatment
January 8, 2019

Here, you'll find our annual HAWAII Magazine Readers' Choice winners for hotels, food, beaches, shops and more!   ...

The Top 4 Ziplines on Hawaii Island
June 11, 2019
The Best Banana Bread on Maui
June 3, 2019
Top 5 Helicopter Tours on Kauai
May 30, 2019
Top 5 Helicopter Tours on Kauai
May 29, 2019

Explore the Hawaiian Islands with our staff, on assignment for HAWAIʻI Magazine.

Finding the Unexpected in Heavenly Hana
May 30, 2019
Taking Shape
April 5, 2019
The Banyan Bunch
February 20, 2019
The mystery of Waimea's Menehune Ditch
December 13, 2018

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Where to Stay

Watch & Listen

Congratulations to the Winners of HAWAII Magazine’s 2019 Video Contest!
Congratulations to our winners in HAWAII Magazine’s first video contest!
June 10, 2019
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP8
This week, HAWAII Magazine staffers Catherine Toth Fox and Kevin Allen talk travel tips with award-winning journalist Olena Heuhttp://www.instagram....
June 9, 2019
Listen to the 2019 Na Hoku Hanohano Award-Winning Artists and Songs
Songs you need to hear from the winners of the 2019 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards.
May 28, 2019
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP7
This week, HAWAII Magazine staffers Catherine Toth Fox and Kevin Allen talk about their favorite season—summer.
May 27, 2019
Watch: A Kauai Coffee Tram Tour on the Garden Isle
Spend the day exploring Kauai Coffee's scenic farmland property, where over 4 million coffee trees are grown and harvested. 
May 21, 2019
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP6
This week, HAWAII Magazine staffers Catherine Toth Fox, Kevin Allen and, making a guest appearance, art director Kayla Rivera talk about their newest...
May 13, 2019

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Paradise Awaits with Hilton Hawaii

Grand Wailea Resort is an Art Lover's Paradise
January 15, 2019
5 Premium Hawaii Hotel Options that are Worth the Upgrade
At these Hilton properties, luxury and privacy go hand in hand. 
January 11, 2019
5 Unbelievable Signature Big Island Golf Holes You Need to See
When it comes to golf courses designed to show off the beauty of their surroundings, these holes take it to the next level.
January 11, 2019
Your Guide to Dining on Oahu's Ono West Side
From country style cafes to luxury breakfast options, Oahu’s Leeward Coast has a little bit of everything. 
January 11, 2019
3 Oahu Hikes for Trekkers of All Levels
From gentle slopes to steep inclines, here are just a few Oahu hikes to get you started.
January 11, 2019
Your Guide to Big Island's Hilo district
There’s a little bit of everything for visitors and locals to enjoy in Hilo town. 
January 8, 2019

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Hawaii Island

Vote in the 2020 HAWAII Magazine Readers' Choice Awards and you could win a trip to Big Island
Tell us your Hawaii "bests" and we'll fly one lucky winner to Big Island.
June 14, 2019
5 Family-Friendly Trails to Explore Hawaii's Natural Beauty
These trails are great ways to explore the tropical outdoors—and tire out the kids, too.
June 5, 2019
The Big Island's Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden Is a Living Plant Museum
Nestled along the rugged Hamakua Coast is a fantasy forest of native and international flora with an ocean view.
May 23, 2019
Share Your Island Vacation With a Shelter Dog
Dog lovers can take advantage of this unique opportunity to spend their Island experience with Hawaii’s loveable and adoptable shelter dogs.
May 22, 2019
Southwest Airlines Announces Flights to Hilo
Honolulu to Hilo flights will be coming by fall, and flights to and from the continental United States will commence "before the holidays." 
May 13, 2019
9 Things that Surprise First-Time Visitors to the Big Island
Coqui frogs, district beef and sprawling properties are just a few of Hawaii Island’s quirks. 
May 13, 2019

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Kauai

Vote in the 2020 HAWAII Magazine Readers' Choice Awards and you could win a trip to Big Island
Tell us your Hawaii "bests" and we'll fly one lucky winner to Big Island.
June 14, 2019
5 Family-Friendly Trails to Explore Hawaii's Natural Beauty
These trails are great ways to explore the tropical outdoors—and tire out the kids, too.
June 5, 2019
Share Your Island Vacation With a Shelter Dog
Dog lovers can take advantage of this unique opportunity to spend their Island experience with Hawaii’s loveable and adoptable shelter dogs.
May 22, 2019
Watch: A Kauai Coffee Tram Tour on the Garden Isle
Spend the day exploring Kauai Coffee's scenic farmland property, where over 4 million coffee trees are grown and harvested. 
May 21, 2019
Getting to Know Kauai, One Tree at a Time
Nonprofit group Smart Trees Pacific is mapping trees around Hawaii, resulting in a growing appreciation for these island canopies.
May 8, 2019

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