Author: Kevin Allen
5 Towns You Need to Visit on Your Next Trip to Maui
From the sand-coated streets of Pāʻia to the bohemian borough of Wailuku, you have to stop at these Maui towns and districts.
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve on Oʻahu Reopens
A heavy emphasis is being placed on protecting the bay from the adverse effects of over-tourism.
Your Walking Guide to Pāʻia, Maui
The sand-dusted streets of Pāʻia are filled with trendy boutiques, restaurants with no menu and gorgeous galleries.
What the HAWAIʻI Magazine Staff (And Friends) are Thankful for this Year
What are you thankful for this year?
Your Walking Guide to Hilo, Hawaiʻi Island
The luscious Hawaiʻi Island district is packed to the brim with gardens, fish markets and museums, and you don't even need a car to see it all.
Alaska Airlines Teams Up with Mālama Hawaiʻi to Plant Nearly 900 Trees on Oʻahu
The airline promises to plant one tree for every flight to the Hawaiian Islands.
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP44
Planning a trip to Hawaiʻi this winter? Then you'll want to watch Cat and Kevin discuss how to plan a vacay itinerary during these turbulent times.
5 Tips and Tricks for These Popular Hawaiʻi Beaches and Bays
From Waikīkī Beach to Papakōlea Beach and Honolua Bay, here are a few tips and tricks to make sure your beach day goes smoothly.
The Ala Moana Hotel Celebrates its 50th Anniversary with Stunning Renovations
A new lobby experience, modernized pool deck and an upgraded banquet floor are just a few of the hotel’s recent upgrades in this multimillion-dollar face-lift.
Q&A with Fishpond Educator and Caretaker Luka Mossman
Luka Mossman and his family have spent over two decades restoring and maintaining the Hale o Lono Fishpond, and it now serves as a center for culture and science.
5 Socially Distanced Activities to Do on Your Holiday Visit to Hawaiʻi
With festivals, annual events and marathons deciding to skip 2020, here is a list of alternatives that you can do without the crowd.
Here’s Why Purchasing your Hawaiʻi Home Remotely is Easy with List Sotheby’s International Realty
Virtual open houses, FaceTime walk-throughs and online loan processing make it easier to buy your Hawaiʻi dream home online—with the added bonus of getting to work remotely in the Islands.
Aloha Friday Picks: Laughs, Gasps and Breadsticks
Halloween may be a little ... different this year.
Visitors are Back in Hawaiʻi: What Does Waikīkī and Haleʻiwa Look Like Now?
Beaches are still fairly empty, businesses have reopened and parking isn’t a nightmare—yet.
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP43
Love scary stories? Then this episode of the Have Aloha Will Travel podcast, featuring master storyteller Lopaka Kapanui, is for you.
The Origin Stories Behind Hawaiʻi’s Iconic Shaka
The shaka, synonymous with Hawaiʻi and laidback island living, has numerous origin stories, and many believe it came from a man in Kahuku.
Aloha Friday Picks: Plan a Staycation and Listen to Chicken Skin Stories
Ever want to go to a woodworking exhibition? Now’s your chance.
What You Need To Know About These 18 Popular Visitor Attractions in Hawaiʻi
Find out which ones are open, still closed or have new safety measures in place.
6 Scary Stories Told by HAWAIʻI Magazine Staffers (And Friends)
Get ready for chicken skin—these tales are truly terrifying.
How the Kāhala Hotel & Resort Is Making Sure Your Hawaiʻi Hotel Check-In Process Is As Safe As Possible
With Hawaiʻi hotels opening their doors once more to trans-Pacific travelers, here’s what to expect when checking in at a safety-first accommodation like The Kāhala Hotel & Resort.
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP42
Thinking of taking advantage of Hawaiʻi's new pre-travel testing program? Then you'll want to listen to this week’s episode of the “Have Aloha Will Travel” podcast.
Aloha Friday Picks: Beat the Heat and Listen to Local Talent
The Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards is on for this weekend and everybody’s invited.
13 Things That Will Scare the Slippers Off Hawaiʻi Locals
Centipedes, estimated shipping costs and—gasp!—the wrong slippers are just a few things that will send shivers down the spine of any Island resident.
Need a Coffee Fix? Talk to This Coffee Scientist in Hawaiʻi
O‘ahu-based coffee scientist Shawn Steiman has written books and papers on his favorite caffeinated crop and runs his own international coffee consulting business.
The Eddie in Hawaiʻi is Canceled This Year, But Here Are Some of Our Favorite Past Highlights
The Eddie definitely will not go in 2020.
Hawaiian Airlines Will Offer Drive-Thru Pre-Travel COVID-19 Tests
Testing locations are located near LAX and SFO and travelers can get test results back within 36 hours or, for an additional charge, under a day.
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP41
Kevin and Cat are joined by Ed Schultz, president and CEO of Hawaiian Host, an iconic local company that crafts the popular macadamia nut chocolates.
Watch Hawaiʻi’s Jake Shimabukuro, Pomaika‘i Lyman and Kawika Trask Perform Live
Three of Hawaiʻi's top ʻukulele virtuosos will be performing live in this half-hour special, presented by Aloha Festivals.
Join the Kona Historical Society’s New Virtual Program
“From the Collection” highlights the Kona Historical Society’s archives, historic sites and people in monthly digital seminars.
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP40
The Have Aloha Will Travel podcast celebrates its 40th episode by giving readers a sneak peek at HAWAIʻI Magazine's latest print issue.
Catch a Rare Glimpse at an Empty Haleʻiwa
The normally bustling North Shore visitor hub is now nearly a ghost town.
Oʻahu Beaches, Parks and Hikes to Reopen for Solo Activity
Starting Sept. 10, those looking to enjoy the great outdoors will once again be able to do so—alone.
8 Hawaiʻi-Related Coconut Facts for World Coconut Day
Love the coconut? So do we, and to prove it we’ve compiled a short list of fun coconut facts.
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP39
This week, on the "Have Aloha Will Travel" podcast, public information officer Nathan Serota joins Cat and Kevin to clear the air on the Oʻahu's COVID-19 shutdown measures.
36th annual Honolulu City Lights to be Scaled Down due to COVID-19
To minimize social gathering, the city has canceled specific festivities surrounding Honolulu's signature monthlong holiday celebration.
The 5 Best National Parks in Hawaiʻi
From the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument on Oʻahu to Haleakalā National Park on Maui, here are our readers’ five favorite national parks.
14 Places You Can Find the Likeness and Legacy of Duke Kahanamoku
The Duke’s legacy can be found in Hawai‘i and across the globe, from replica surfboards to blonde ales and even commemorative stamps.
The 26th Annual Made in Hawaiʻi Festival is Going Virtual
If you love made-in-Hawaiʻi crafts and products, this virtual festival and marketplace is exactly what you need.
Pre-Travel Quarantine Bypass Program Delayed to Oct. 1, More Restriction Placed on Social Gatherings
Travelers will have to wait a little longer before being able to fly to Hawaiʻi, without the two-week mandatory quarantine.
Vegan Foodies Will Love This North Shore Eatery
Started by two local wahine, Raised by the Waves combines its 100% plant-based and vegan-friendly menu with a variety of healthy add-ons.
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP38
On this week's episode of the "Have Aloha Will Travel" podcast, Cat and Kevin discuss the new COVID-19 shutdown regulations on Oʻahu.
The 5 Best Beaches on Kauaʻi
From Poʻipū Beach to Hanalei Bay, Kauaʻi has some spectacular beaches; here are the best of the best, according to our readers.
Oʻahu Parks and Beaches to Close Again Amid COVID-19 Surge
State parks, beaches, hiking trails, botanical gardens and more on Oʻahu will be shutting down as the COVID-19 situation in Hawaiʻi continues to escalate.
This Maui Animal Farm is Filled with Tiny Animals
Lahaina Animal Farm and Petting Zoo introduces its miniature horses, cows, goats and more to keiki through its family-friendly farm tours.
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP37
On this week's episode of the Have Aloha Will Travel podcast, Cat and Kevin talk about HAWAIʻI Magazine's 2021 Readers' Choice Awards and their own personal picks!
Listen to Our Hawaiʻi Summer Playlist—Curated by Our Staff and Readers
Got a moment? Then sit back, relax and listen to these 27 songs that remind our staff and readers of summer in Hawaiʻi.
What Haleʻiwa is Like Right Now
The normally bustling beachside borough’s electric energy has been reduced to a low hum.
Endangered Hawaiian Petrel Returns Home After Years at Sea
The first of 87 birds translocated as chicks has returned to Nihoku at Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge after several years at sea.
