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Master quilters Poakalani Serrao and her husband, John Serrao, left a legacy of craftsmanship and beauty while perpetuating this beloved artform.

We traced the history of five Hawaiʻi comfort food favorites back to their earliest origins to decipher the roots of their modern-day multicultural appeal.

The votes have been tallied, and the results are in! Here’s a ranked list of the best islands in Hawaiʻi, according to HAWAIʻI Magazine readers.

Stringing the legacy of lei in Hawaiʻi with cool clubhouse vibes, The Lei Stand is back and in a fresh spot in Waikīkī.

The family-run business has expanded and evolved over the decades while refining the Islands’ iconic icy treat. Yet, its mission remains the same.

Coco Deck Kitchen + Bar welcomes diners back to Lahaina’s Front Street for affordable dishes and family fun.

Venture up the slopes of Haleakalā and you’ll fall in love with this charming region of the Valley Isle.

See some of the best performances from the annual competition.

In case you haven’t heard, May Day is Lei Day in Hawaiʻi.

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

Volunteer with Mālama Loko Ea, a nonprofit organization that’s restoring ancient fishponds on O‘ahu’s North Shore.

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Tune into Hawaiʻi’s premier hula competition this week.

Will Lydgate, the owner of Kaua‘i-based Lydgate Farms, shares his vision for Hawai‘i-grown chocolate, along with some of his favorite places to visit on the Garden Isle.

One writer thinks back to his youth, while eating the salty, sweet and sour preserved plum powder.

Get ready to cast your line. But first, you’ll need to make a reservation.

Across the Islands, these dining experiences should be on your bucket list.

Bookmark these spots to create a memorable family weekend in the Gathering Place.

At the Panaʻewa Rodeo Stampede and other Hawaiʻi rodeos, traditional ranching techniques become an entertaining sport.

It’s not uncommon to walk right past an important archaeological site on Oʻahu and not even know it.

Here’s the 411 on Waikīkī’s new old-school-meets-ultra-hip drinking and eating spot.

Why settle for a standard hotel room when you could stay in a charming historic Hawaiʻi plantation home?

We got to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park minutes after Kīlauea’s fountaining stopped, but there’s still a lot to do on Hawaiʻi Island.

These aren’t your typical pool bars.

Halekūlani Bakery in Waikīkī is now open daily.

The national parks don’t want you to mail them back, either.

All are invited to weekly volunteer days with Grow Some Good. The nonprofit is making a sustainable impact by maintaining educational school gardens that contribute to nourishing meals for the Maui community.

Just a little off the beaten path, Sergio’s Cantina in Honokōwai serves comforting dishes inspired by the chef’s family recipes.

Find us at the bar at the Kaimana Beach Hotel.

Whether you’re looking for an easy trek or an epic adventure, these trails lead to some seriously beautiful waterfalls.

More local restaurants are serving the fruit that’s been nourishing Hawaiians for centuries.

Here’s how to create a romantic getaway on the Valley Isle.

An Oʻahu food writer from San Francisco revisits her culinary past during a quick trip to Maui.

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Be the main character of your vacation at the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea.

Adventure beckons on the east side of Hawaiʻi Island.

After nearly a decade, The Crouching Lion in Ka‘a‘awa reopens with a renewed spirit and plenty of style.

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The cruise line has opened bookings for its 2026-27 Hawaiʻi cruises, with departures from five North American ports.

Inspired by celestial wonders, The Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa is designing out-of-this-world experiences for guests.

From tasting locally produced agave spirits to booking a wellness retreat in Wailea, these experiences top my Valley Isle bucket list in 2025.

The island is dotted with iconic institutions—all with signature dishes.

Well known in Japan, First Cabin will open its first U.S. property in Spring 2025.

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