I don’t think I’ve ever been so dumbfounded by plumeria before. The trees grow abundantly all across the island, with blooms of various hues and petal shapes. They’re so plentiful, in fact, after the tree was introduced to Hawaii in the mid-1800s, the blooms were used frequently for funerals; you could always count on them […]
Snuggled in the southeastern corner of Oahu, Hawaii Kai is a hidden gem just 10 miles and a 25-minute car ride from Waikiki. Once a seaside wetland and ancient fishpond, Hawaii Kai was transformed into a residential community in 1959 by Henry J. Kaiser. While Hanauma Bay and Makapuu Lighthouse draw many to the neighborhood,
If you’ve been to the Islands before, there’s a good chance you’ve tried lilikoi, or passion fruit. We’re the teensiest bit obsessed with the tangy globular fruit—you can find it in syrups atop pancakes, in margaritas and even whisked into salad dressings. While we settle for jarred purées or imported passion fruit when needed, the
Fresh and juicy starfruit, $5 T-shirts, handcarved personalized surfboard plaques—the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace has it all. The swap meet—a popular spot for locals and visitors alike since 1979—offers row upon row of stalls wrapped around Aloha Stadium for your perusal, offering everything from shell lei to freshly baked banana bread. Just 20
All Islands 4th of July 7/4 Fireworks will light up the sky as Hawaii celebrates America’s Independence Day. Grab a seat at the Parker Ranch July 4th Rodeo and Horse Races on Hawaii Island, check out festivities on Oahu such as the 72nd annual Independence Day Parade in Kailua, or enjoy one of the many
There are many things Hawaii is known for: pineapples, sandy beaches, Duke Kahanamoku and surfing, to name a few. Oh, and cowboys. You heard us correctly. Cowboys, or paniolo in Hawaiian. Few realize that long before cowboys made their way across the Wild West, paniolo were wrangling wild cattle—known for their often-deadly combination of aggression
Looking to snap some great photos for the ‘gram for National Selfie Day on June 21? We found the perfect spot for one-of-a-kind shots: Epic Aloha, an interactive photo experience at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort on Oahu. Photo: Kendall Trahan Photo: Kendall Trahan The exhibits change every six months and staff members said they
It’s been over a year since the north shore of Kauai faced record-breaking rainfall and torrential flooding, which inundated farms, destroyed homes and disrupted many local businesses. While some community members are still reeling from the floods’ effects, others eagerly await the reopening of the western end of Kuhio Highway and the renewal they hope
Another Monday, another episode of the Have Aloha Will Travel Podcast. This week, HAWAII Magazine’s Catherine Toth Fox and Kevin Allen are joined by the magazine’s summer editorial intern Madeleine Carr. For the past month and a half, Maddie has been writing web and print stories for the magazine, such as a review of JetPacking
(Editor’s Note: As of 2022, Lucy’s Lab Creamery is permanently closed.) While the Islands are known for warm weather, especially in the summer, the past few weeks on Oahu have been stickier than usual, with temperatures reaching up into the 90s. As we wait for our beloved trade winds to return, cruise over to
It’s been over a year since the north shore of Kauai faced record-breaking rainfall and torrential flooding, which inundated farms, destroyed homes and disrupted many local businesses. While some community members are still reeling from the floods’ effects, others eagerly await the reopening of the western end of Kuhio Highway and the renewal they hope
With the combination of jaw-dropping views and unparalleled speed, there’s nothing quite like the adrenaline rush of a zipline. Whether you’re looking to try it out for the first time or you’re already hooked, here are some of the top-rated ziplines on Hawaii Island from our 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards. Skyline Eco-Adventures Skyline Eco-Adventures was
