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The Pantone 2020 Color of the Year is So Hawaii
Classic Blue is the color of 2020—but it’s been the color of every year in the Islands.
December 6, 2019
Your Guide to Holualoa, Big Island
This low-key bohemian borough is flush with artsy boutiques, locally sourced grinds and some of the best coffee in the nation.
December 5, 2019
Flying Hawaiian Airlines? Meet Kealopiko
The Molokai-based design house teams up with the local airlines to create a new line of in-flight amenities carrying a message of sustainability.
December 4, 2019
Experience the Wonders Beneath Hawaii's Waves with Atlantis Submarines
Atlantis Submarine’s underwater ocean adventures are focused on surf, sea and sustainability.
September 23, 2019
5 Tips for Seeing Oahu's Honolulu City Lights
How to get there, what to eat and how to get the most enjoyment out of the annual Hawaii holiday experience.
December 4, 2019
Add to the List: Things to do in December 2019 in Hawaii
From Kauai to Hawaii Island, we highlight our favorite festivals, fairs and local happenings in December.
December 3, 2019

Oahu

5 Tips for Seeing Oahu's Honolulu City Lights
How to get there, what to eat and how to get the most enjoyment out of the annual Hawaii holiday experience.
December 4, 2019
Meet Santa's Behind-the-Scenes Helpers in Hawaii
These real-life elves help light up Honolulu Hale every year for the monthlong Honolulu City Lights.
December 2, 2019
HAWAII Survival Guide: Play Areas, Selfie Spots and Other Amenities at Ala Moana Center
From barbers and bathrooms to strollers and Wi-Fi, Ala Moana Center covers all the bases. 
November 28, 2019
HAWAII Survival Guide: Our Shopping Finds at Ala Moana Center
Where to find unique and local gifts for everyone on your list—including yourself.
November 27, 2019
Oahu Beaches Will Soon Have Lifeguards Working from Dawn To Dusk
Starting in July 2021, city lifeguards will work longer days, as nearly 20% of ocean emergencies happen outside of current lifeguard hours.
November 27, 2019
HAWAII Survival Guide: Where to Find the Best Parking at Ala Moana Center
Finding a parking stall, especially one near your destination, is a tall task, so we’ve made it a little easier with this Ala Moana Center parking...
November 27, 2019

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Maui

Hawaii's Carissa Moore Qualifies for Olympics and Wins World Title
Clinching her fourth world title win and qualifying for the U.S. women's Olympic surfing team, Honolulu-born surfer Carissa Moore is on a roll. 
December 2, 2019
8 Local and Independent Book Shops You Need to Visit in Hawaii
You don’t have to be a bookworm to appreciate these locally owned treasures.
November 18, 2019
Try a Rare Tea Grown on the Slopes of Haleakala on Maui
Honolulu-based Tea Chest Hawaii debuts one of the rarest teas on the market, crafted by Maui Tea Farm.
October 24, 2019
5 Free Things to Do in Lahaina, Maui
Art, culture, history and entertainment in the beloved Maui town that won’t cost you a thing. 
October 21, 2019
4 Can't-Miss Pumpkin Patches in Hawaii You'll Fall For
These events—three on Oahu, one on Maui—feature food, hayrides, pumpkins and tons of photo ops for your Instagram feed.
October 17, 2019
This Hidden Maui Restaurant is an Under-the-Radar Treasure
The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea offers an intimate experience in a hidden Maui resort. 
October 7, 2019

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Food & Drink

HAWAII Survival Guide: Where to Eat (and Drink) at Ala Moana Center
Hangry shopper? Keep this list handy.
November 25, 2019
Artisan Pineapple Vinegar is Oahu's Hottest New Trend
Vintage Vinegars crafts drinkable vinegars made from local Hawaii pineapples.
November 21, 2019
8 Must-Try Hawaii Snacks Full of Island Flavor
Here’s a roundup of the latest packable—and affordable—Hawaii snacks that make great gifts for yourself or others.
November 11, 2019
10 Sweet Spots to Celebrate National Doughnut Day in Hawaii
We won’t judge you.
November 5, 2019
4 Ways to Become a More Conscious Coffee Consumer
At Kauai Coffee, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword.
November 4, 2019
Can't Make It to the Kauai Poke Fest? Make Your Own Poke at Home
Hawaii chef Sam Choy, who is headlining the festival, shares this simple recipe for poke.
October 30, 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.

Hilton Waikoloa Village's MAKAI Tower is Totally Worth It
November 13, 2019
Book a Luxurious Top-Floor Suite at This Adults-Only Resort on Maui
October 22, 2019
Own an Ultra-Luxe Waikiki Timeshare with The Diamond Head Club
August 8, 2019
Haiku House Maui Offers a Unique Upscale Hotel Alternative
June 5, 2019

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

The Best 5 Farm-To-Table Restaurants on Maui
July 18, 2019
The Best Traditional Hawaiian Restaurants on Oahu
June 20, 2019
The Top 4 Ziplines on Hawaii Island
June 11, 2019
The Best Banana Bread on Maui
June 3, 2019

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

Going Coast to Coast on the Paradise Express
July 11, 2019
Finding the Unexpected in Heavenly Hana
May 30, 2019
Taking Shape
April 5, 2019
The Banyan Bunch
February 20, 2019

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Restaurant Guide

Watch & Listen

Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP19
This week Catherine Toth Fox and Kevin Allen discuss Thanksgiving plans, Ala Moana Center and what they’re thankful for.
November 25, 2019
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP18
This week HAWAII Magazine's own Kevin Allen, Catherine Toth Fox and Kayla Rivera discuss their recent trip to the Big Island.
November 11, 2019
Watch: Master Storyteller Lopaka Kapanui Shares a Spooky Tale About a Honolulu Condo
And just in time for Halloween.
October 31, 2019
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP17
This week Cat and Kevin talk to Kainoa Daines, director of culture and product development at the Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau. 
October 28, 2019
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP16
This week HAWAII Magazine’s Kevin Allen and Catherine Toth Fox talk story with shark researcher and safety diver Andriana “Andy” Fragola. 
October 14, 2019
Our New Video Series "Ask Hawaii" Launches on Instagram on Friday
The HAWAII Magazine staff (and friends) answer your questions about the Islands.
October 9, 2019

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Paradise Awaits with Hilton Hawaii

8 Tips for Planning a Maui Destination Wedding
Aim for the off seasons, send out your invitations early and please, please wear sunscreen.
December 4, 2019
Your Family-Friendly Guide to West Oahu
Here are six ways you and your ohana can enjoy Oahu’s wonderful West Side. 
October 31, 2019
Embrace your Need for Speed with a Polaris Slingshot
Part car, part motorcycle, the Polaris Slingshot is the ride Hawaii thrill-seekers have been looking for. 
October 7, 2019
Your Girlfriends Getaway Guide to Waikiki
Grab your gals, pack the sunscreen and get your bikini bottom to Waikiki. 
August 22, 2019
6 Hawaii Hotel Room Views that are Worth the Upgrade
Trust us, these rooms and suites offer views of paradise that are definitely worth the splurge. 
July 16, 2019
The 10 Dreamiest Wedding Locales in Hawaii
Haiku Mill, Grand Wailea, Shipwreck Beach—did someone say dream wedding?
June 27, 2019

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Hawaii Island

Your Guide to Holualoa, Big Island
This low-key bohemian borough is flush with artsy boutiques, locally sourced grinds and some of the best coffee in the nation.
December 5, 2019
Q&A: Award-Winning Hawaiian Musician Mark Yamanaka
Yamanaka swept Hawaii's 2019 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards, but he’s not letting it get to his head. 
November 26, 2019
It's Snowing in Hawaii (Again!)
While Oahu, Kauai and Maui were getting thunderstorms and heavy rains, Hawaii Island’s Mauna Kea got a sprinkle of snow.
November 20, 2019
8 Local and Independent Book Shops You Need to Visit in Hawaii
You don’t have to be a bookworm to appreciate these locally owned treasures.
November 18, 2019
Shop and Dine like a Royal at the Queens' MarketPlace in Waikoloa
This retail experience on the Big Island’s Kohala Coast offers great restaurants, unique shops and ways to learn more about Hawai‘i’s unique culture.
November 14, 2019
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP18
This week HAWAII Magazine's own Kevin Allen, Catherine Toth Fox and Kayla Rivera discuss their recent trip to the Big Island.
November 11, 2019

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Kauai

8 Local and Independent Book Shops You Need to Visit in Hawaii
You don’t have to be a bookworm to appreciate these locally owned treasures.
November 18, 2019
4 Ways to Become a More Conscious Coffee Consumer
At Kauai Coffee, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword.
November 4, 2019
Can't Make It to the Kauai Poke Fest? Make Your Own Poke at Home
Hawaii chef Sam Choy, who is headlining the festival, shares this simple recipe for poke.
October 30, 2019
Explore the Rugged Beauty of Kauai at Kipu Ranch
This 3,000-acre private working cattle ranch offers one-of-a-kind off-roading tours through Kauai's stunning terrain.
October 17, 2019
The First Humpback Whale of Hawaii's 2019 Winter Season is Spotted Off Kauai
The giant annual visitors have returned to the Hawaiian Islands. 
October 2, 2019

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