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Halloween 2018: The best events happening in Hawaii
Halloween happenings on Maui, Kauai, the Big Island and Oahu.
October 18, 2018
Food trends flourish at the Hawaii Food and Wine Festival
The Crops and Hops event features Hawaii's new and trending agriculture.
October 18, 2018
Experiencing fear and fascination with Hawaii Shark Encounters
One way to lose your fear of sharks is to encounter them, safely, inside a steel cage.
October 17, 2018
How the Lyons Estate on Big Island is preserving Hawaii's ohia lehua tree
The dedicated forest preserve is also an AirBnB.
October 17, 2018

Hawaii Island

How the Lyons Estate on Big Island is preserving Hawaii's ohia lehua tree
The dedicated forest preserve is also an AirBnB.
October 17, 2018
The incredible story of John Young
Stranded by his shipmates on the Big Island, John Young wound up one of Kamehameha the Great’s most trusted advisers. 
October 15, 2018
The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is brewing November 9-18, 2018
Toast the roast with 10 days of coffee events in Big Island's Kona District.
October 15, 2018
Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows closes for yearlong renovation
The hotel will reopen late next year as the Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection.
October 10, 2018
Hawaii's history comes to life on the Big Island's Kona Coast
Everywhere you turn on the ruggedly beautiful Kona Coast, you encounter traces of the past.
October 9, 2018

Oahu

Food trends flourish at the Hawaii Food and Wine Festival
The Crops and Hops event features Hawaii's new and trending agriculture.
October 18, 2018
Experiencing fear and fascination with Hawaii Shark Encounters
One way to lose your fear of sharks is to encounter them, safely, inside a steel cage.
October 17, 2018
Watch: A tour of the USS Battleship Missouri at Pearl Harbor, Oahu
America's last and most famous battleship now serves as a living museum.
October 16, 2018
15 moments every surfer has experienced when visiting Hawaii
Surfing in Hawaii can be amazing, terrifying and extremely humbling, all at the same time.
October 15, 2018
Queen Kapiolani Hotel's new retro-chic renovation
The hotel, known for its Diamond Head views, returns to Waikiki’s golden age with an open-air, 1970s-inspired design.
October 3, 2018
The search for the mysterious and beloved manapua man
The manapua man holds a special place in the hearts, and stomachs, of local residents. 
October 1, 2018

Maui

The whales are back!
Spotted off the coast of Maui, the first whales of the 2018-2019 season are caught on video.
October 11, 2018
Sale Pepe brings a taste of Italy to Hawaii
It’s definitely worth finding this little restaurant and its house-made pasta, hidden away in Lahaina, Maui.
September 18, 2018
Celebrated Hawaii chef Sheldon Simeon opens Lineage restaurant on Maui
The “Top Chef” celebrates the food from his childhood with this new restaurant.
September 12, 2018
Don't miss the 5th Annual Made in Maui County Festival
Maui County’s biggest shopping day of the year returns November 2-3, 2018.
September 11, 2018
Top things to do on Maui
From the Road to Hana to snorkeling in Kaanapali, this guide lists the best things you have to visit, see and do.
August 20, 2018
Best Road to Hana places to stop
Plan your Maui adventure with this handy guide.
August 20, 2018
Destination Oahu

HAWAII Blogs

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

Exclusive extravagance at the Koa Kea Hotel
August 28, 2018
Blend sophistication with grandeur at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel
August 22, 2018
The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach raises the bar on luxury
August 16, 2018
Dining at the celebrated Maui classic, Mama’s Fish House
July 12, 2018

Here you'll find an in-depth look at our 2018 HAWAII Magazine Best of the Best winners, including reader's and...

The best stores for made-in-Hawaii shopping
April 30, 2018
The best new hotel in Hawaii is ...
April 24, 2018
The best bar or lounge in Hawaii, ranked
April 19, 2018
The 5 best pies on Maui
April 17, 2018

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

Ode to the uke
October 19, 2018
Don't shy away from Hanalei
May 31, 2018
I visited the Big Island for a week during the Kilauea eruption
May 15, 2018
Experience a firsthand account of driving Maui's Road to Hana
May 2, 2018

Food & Drink

Food trends flourish at the Hawaii Food and Wine Festival
The Crops and Hops event features Hawaii's new and trending agriculture.
October 18, 2018
Recipe: Hawaii-style lilikoi butter mochi
This popular island dessert is a hit at every gathering. 
October 10, 2018
The search for the mysterious and beloved manapua man
The manapua man holds a special place in the hearts, and stomachs, of local residents. 
October 1, 2018
Recipe: Ginger Coconut Float
This traditional Chinese-inspired dessert also showcases the flavors of Hawaii.
September 28, 2018
Recipe: Hawaiian Paella
Rice and dishes like this have shaped the culture of the Hawaiian Islands.
September 24, 2018
Sale Pepe brings a taste of Italy to Hawaii
It’s definitely worth finding this little restaurant and its house-made pasta, hidden away in Lahaina, Maui.
September 18, 2018
Where to Stay

Experience Hawaii with Aqua-Aston

10+ things to do in downtown Honolulu
We could fill several lists with spots to hit up in Honolulu’s beating heart, but here are 10 stand-outs.
September 14, 2018
Travel trend: Condos
We’re obsessing over suites. 
July 9, 2018
4 favorite Hawaii farmers markets
Find fresh produce, hot prepared food and a slice of local life at these markets.
July 9, 2018
Top things you have to do on Maui
Pencil these Valley Isle adventures into your itinerary, ASAP. 
July 9, 2018
2 of our favorite drinks from Mahina & Sun's
Try these refreshing tropical drink recipes, popular at the poolside bar at the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club. 
July 9, 2018
2 standout recipes from the Beach Club at Aston Kaanapali Shores you can try at home
Try these dishes for a taste of the Islands.
July 9, 2018

Culture

How the Lyons Estate on Big Island is preserving Hawaii's ohia lehua tree
The dedicated forest preserve is also an AirBnB.
October 17, 2018
The incredible story of John Young
Stranded by his shipmates on the Big Island, John Young wound up one of Kamehameha the Great’s most trusted advisers. 
October 15, 2018
The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is brewing November 9-18, 2018
Toast the roast with 10 days of coffee events in Big Island's Kona District.
October 15, 2018
Hawaii's history comes to life on the Big Island's Kona Coast
Everywhere you turn on the ruggedly beautiful Kona Coast, you encounter traces of the past.
October 9, 2018
The search for the mysterious and beloved manapua man
The manapua man holds a special place in the hearts, and stomachs, of local residents. 
October 1, 2018