They say that sunsets in Hawaiʻi are unmatched. And while it’s true, there’s something just as magnificent about rising before dawn to catch the first rays of sunlight as they illuminate the Islands. Stirring before the sun might not be at the top of your list of things to do during your Valley Isle vacation […]
In 2021 Carissa Moore clinched her fifth World Surf League championship and a few months later became the first female to win an Olympic gold medal in surfing. And now the world can read all about it—and much more—in her new book, “Hawai‘i Gold: A Celebration of Surfing.” It’s a remarkable tribute to the sport’s
Picture relaxing in Hawai‘i. We’re pretty sure you imagined a beach. Hawai‘i has some of the best ones in the world, from the glittering sands of Lanikai on O‘ahu to the jet-black sands of Punalu‘u on Hawai‘i Island. And some of these beach locales have more than just sandy shores: You’ll find great restaurants, cute
I’ve never found anything plain about vanilla. As a kid, I favored the richness of Baskin-Robbins’ French vanilla over gaudier rivals like Pink Bubblegum and Oregon Blackberry. And that small flat bottle of vanilla extract I’d use to make chocolate chip cookies was more than just an ingredient—it was something to savor. I’d inhale the
The first humpback whale of the 2024-2025 season was spotted off the coast of Kāʻanapali, Maui, on Oct. 8 by Capt. Matt Talbot and his crew. “Our crew and guests were ecstatic to be able to witness the season’s first sighted individual making its way through Maui Nui just a mile offshore, marking the start
Hawaiʻi tops WalletHub’s annual list of happiest states in the United States in its recent study. The Islands stood out for having great physical health among residents and for the longest life expectancy. WalletHub, a personal finance company, conducted research across the 50 states, examining residents in three categories: emotional and physical well-being, work environment,
Even as one of the most isolated archipelagos in the world, the Hawaiian Islands are a bookmarked destination for many travelers. Its proximity to the equator results in a year-round tropical climate, luring many visitors. It’s this similar reason that makes the Islands an ideal place for growing an abundance of crops—including coffee. With its
For me, summiting hills or mountains, regardless of elevation, is worthy of celebration, especially now: I’ve just trekked 4,025 feet to the tallest peak on O‘ahu, and it wasn’t easy. Every year I aspire to complete an epic expedition in Hawai‘i and venture to places where few people have gone. Witnessing nearly untouched, endemic ecosystems
Maui has every kind of shop you can imagine, from big-box retailers to small, locally owned boutiques. And we suggest the latter to find unique gifts and souvenirs. Here are three shops we’ve recently discovered—and you should, too. The Monarch Collective, Makawao From ceramic plant pots and puka shell earrings crafted on Maui to silk
During my most recent trip to Moloka‘i, I heard a common refrain: If you’re in a hurry, you’re on the wrong island. There are even signs along some roads that say, “Slow down this is Moloka‘i.” Situated just 7.5 miles off Maui, Moloka‘i can seem a world away. It makes the easy-going Valley Isle feel
Anyone who meets Carissa Moore immediately feels her warmth and bright spirit. The humble athlete grew up surfing on Oʻahu’s south shore. But Moore is a house-hold name in the Islands. The professional surfer has spent the last 14 years competing on the World Surf League Championship Tour and during this time she’s clenched an
This story was originally published on Feb. 9, 2022. It has since been updated. There’s a lot of pressure to plan a memorable Valentine’s Day, but the holiday often sneaks up on even the best of us. If you’re stressed trying to orchestrate an elaborate evening, unable to secure dinner reservations or still searching
