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What You Need To Know If You’re Going to the Honolulu Zoo Today

Wearing a face mask is one of several new changes you'll see at the zoo, which reopens today.

June 5, 2020

The Outdoor Circle Has Been Protecting Hawaiʻi’s Natural Beauty Since 1912

The Hawaiʻi nonprofit has been working as both vanguard and watchdog for the Islands’ natural sightlines and flora for over a century.

June 4, 2020

HAWAIʻI in the Kitchen: Fluffy Pancakes and Hearty Omelets

Bryson Carvalho of Eggs ’n’ Things in Ko ʻOlina on Oʻahu gets creative with the restaurant’s pancake mix and shows you how to make an easy French-...

June 4, 2020

How to Ship a Car Between the Mainland and Hawaiʻi

It’s not as scary as it may seem.

January 21, 2020

Exploring the Wailua River on Kauaʻi is Full of Surprises

This river is Hawai‘i’s only navigable waterway (by boats larger than kayaks).

June 4, 2020

8 Running Routes on Oʻahu for Every Runner

Lace up your shoes and hit the pavement—or trail—on your next vacation to Oʻahu.

June 3, 2020

Oʻahu

What You Need To Know If You’re Going to the Honolulu Zoo Today

Wearing a face mask is one of several new changes you'll see at the zoo, which reopens today.

June 5, 2020

8 Running Routes on Oʻahu for Every Runner

Lace up your shoes and hit the pavement—or trail—on your next vacation to Oʻahu.

June 3, 2020

Hikers Can Hit the Koko Crater Stairs Again

The popular East Honolulu trail reopened this week after being closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

May 29, 2020

The Honolulu Zoo Will Reopen on June 5 with Modified Rules and Hours

And you can see the zoo’s new endangered giraffes.

May 28, 2020

These ‘Ukuleles Are Always Built With Love

Turning 25 this year, family-run KoAloha ‘Ukulele continues to handcraft top-of-the-line ‘ukulele while also offering free factory tours.

May 25, 2020

How 11 Surf Breaks on Oʻahu Got Their Names

Every surf break has a name—and a good story that goes along with it.

May 19, 2020

Maui

Nuts for Coconuts: Q&A with Ryan Burden

At Coconut Information workshops in Ha‘ikū on Maui, Ryan Burden aims to educate the public on the power of the coconut.

May 6, 2020

Get a Closer Look in the Heart of ‘Īao Valley, Maui

Just up the road from Wailuku lies ‘Īao Valley, where steep cliffs and rivers create a primordial cradle of natural bliss.

May 4, 2020

Shop With Aloha: Maui Nui Venison

Keeping food banks stocked with fresh, locally sourced meat, Maui Nui Venison is moving food to where it needs to be with its Holo ʻAi initiative.

April 30, 2020

10 Must-See Hawaiʻi Beaches

Put these beach adventures on your Hawai‘i bucket list.

March 23, 2020

Maui's Fat Daddy's Smokehouse Serves Some of the Best Barbecue in Hawaiʻi

Maui's Fat Daddy's Smokehouse serves some of the best barbecue in Hawaiʻi

March 9, 2020

Growing Up Wild: A Q&A with Author Toby Neal

Maui-based writer Toby Neal’s memoir, “Freckled,” tells the compelling story of a haole (Caucasian) girl growing up on Kaua‘i in the ’70s.

February 5, 2020

Food & Drink

This Hilo-Based Company is Brewing Tea with Māmaki

Big Island-based Shaka Tea is the first line of Hawai‘i-grown herbal ice teas brewed with the endemic māmaki.

May 13, 2020

This Kailua Chocolate Company Launches New Hawaiʻi Flavors This Month

Mānoa Chocolate on Oʻahu may be temporarily closed, but you can order all of its bean-to-bar chocolates online and even take a virtual tour.

May 12, 2020

Get Fresh Malasadas From Hawaiʻi Delivered To Your Doorstep

Pipeline Bakeshop & Creamery on Oʻahu now delivers malasadas, cake bombs and cookies to anywhere in the U.S.

May 7, 2020

HAWAIʻI in the Kitchen: M Poke with a Ginger Scallion Sauce

Make this easy-but-elegant poke dish by chef Jeremy Shigekane of Chef Mavro Restaurant for your next pau hana.

April 30, 2020

Shop With Aloha: Snack Addicted

This Honolulu shop specializes in crispy beef jerky in local flavors.

April 28, 2020

After 67 Years, Like Like Drive Inn to Close Permanently on April 30

After 67 years of serving delectable diner food, Like Like Drive Inn will be closing its doors for good at the end of the month.

April 27, 2020

HAWAIʻI Blogs

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

Get a Brain Massage at the Four Seasons Resort Oʻahu

February 27, 2020

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

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

5 Best Waterfall Hikes on Maui

June 2, 2020

The 5 Best Hikes for Beginners on Hawaiʻi Island

May 20, 2020

The 5 Best Historic Landmarks in Hawaiʻi

May 18, 2020

The 5 Best Beaches on Maui

May 11, 2020

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

Island Fervor

January 27, 2020

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

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Watch & Listen

100th Annual Kamehameha Schools' Song Contest Will Run Virtually

Amidst COVID-19 restrictions, Kamehameha Schools’ will celebrate its historic Song Contest through three “virtual choirs.”

May 28, 2020

Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP32

This week on the “Have Aloha Will Travel” podcast, Kevin and Cat are joined by HAWAIʻI Magazine intern, Kyla Smith, to talk about the latest summer...

May 25, 2020

HAWAIʻI in the Kitchen: Classic Loco Moco

David Viviano, executive chef at the Fairmont Orchid, shows you his quick and easy way to make this local favorite at home.

May 14, 2020

Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP31

On this week's episode, Cat and Kevin talk Hawaiʻi COVID-19 updates and locally sourced products.

May 11, 2020

Watch: Make This Simple Ribbon Lei for May Day Wherever You Are

Honolulu crafting guru Joy Shimabukuro demonstrates how you can make a simple lei with just standard ribbon.

May 1, 2020

HAWAIʻI in the Kitchen: M Poke with a Ginger Scallion Sauce

Make this easy-but-elegant poke dish by chef Jeremy Shigekane of Chef Mavro Restaurant for your next pau hana.

April 30, 2020

Island of Hawaiʻi

Parts of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park Reopens to the Public

But much of the 335,259-acre national park on Hawaiʻi Island remains closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

May 27, 2020

HAWAIʻI in the Kitchen: Classic Loco Moco

David Viviano, executive chef at the Fairmont Orchid, shows you his quick and easy way to make this local favorite at home.

May 14, 2020

This Hilo-Based Company is Brewing Tea with Māmaki

Big Island-based Shaka Tea is the first line of Hawai‘i-grown herbal ice teas brewed with the endemic māmaki.

May 13, 2020

Shop With Aloha: Big Island Coffee Roasters

Get award-winning Hawaiʻi-grown coffee and bars of edible espresso delivered to your home from this boutique coffee farm.

April 23, 2020

How Hālau, Artisans and Hawaiʻi’s Hula Community are Dealing with Merrie Monarch's Cancellation

The 57th annual festival was scheduled to run from April 12 to 18.

April 17, 2020

10 Must-See Hawaiʻi Beaches

Put these beach adventures on your Hawai‘i bucket list.

March 23, 2020

Kauaʻi

Exploring the Wailua River on Kauaʻi is Full of Surprises

This river is Hawai‘i’s only navigable waterway (by boats larger than kayaks).

June 4, 2020

How Professional Surfer Bethany Hamilton is Doing It All

Seventeen years after the shark attack that took her arm, the Kaua‘i native is blazing through life as a motivational speaker, wife and mother of two...

June 1, 2020