Arts + Culture
You Need to See Wailuku's "Small Town Big Art" Initiative
Celebrating art and the messages it can convey, "Small Town Big Art" brings even more life the to bohemian streets of Wailuku.
7 Artsy Towns in Hawaiʻi You’ll Love
These colorful neighborhoods are filled with offbeat charm, personality and plenty of galleries.
13 Terrifying Things that Give Hawaiʻi Locals Chicken Skin
From sketchy 7-11 visits at 2 a.m. to getting called uncle for the first time, these 13 things will freak you out.
Your Favorite Chocolate Macadamia Nut Candy Turns 95
Open a box of Hawaiian Host and cherish sweet memories.
Hawaiian History Lives On in this Maui Museum
Located at the base of ʻĪao Valley, Hale Hōʻikeʻike paints a vivid idea of what Hawaiian civilization once was in the minds of its visitors.
Surprise! 10 Activities You Didn’t Know You Could do in Hawaiʻi
Planning a trip to the Islands? These activities will get you thinking out of the box.
How the Legacy of Hawaiʻi’s Monarchy Lives On
The work of the royal families still influence the Islands.
Your Guide to the 2022 Aloha Festivals
Here’s your primer to the largest and longest-running cultural celebration as it returns to hosting in-person events.
How to Travel with Pono Intentions
Visitors to Hawaiʻi are encouraged to travel with respect and to seek a deeper understanding of the culture.
In the Heart of Waikīkī Rock-A-Hula Puts a Unique Spin on the Lūʻau
From E Komo Mai Tais to an Elvis tribute artist, this show offers unforgettable dining and entertainment.
How to Ship Lei to the Mainland from Hawaiʻi
Shipping lei to the Mainland—from graduation lei to haku lei—is easy with these local companies.
Experience the Breath-Taking Floating Lantern Festival
The beautiful ceremony returns to Hawaiʻi Island to commemorate peace, hope and healing.
Your Lūʻau Cheat Sheet
What you need to know before attending your first lūʻau.
Have Aloha Will Travel EP88: Hawaiʻi Trivia!
Can you beat two Oʻahu locals in a game of Hawaiʻi trivia?
Shop Wearable Kapa and Learn Native Hawaiian Culture with Pūkoʻa Studios
This business uses a traditional Hawaiian material to create wearable art.
Have Aloha Will Travel EP87: How to Get Hitched in Hawaiʻi
Planning a wedding in Hawaiʻi? You’ll want to listen to this.
Q&A with Hawai‘i Tourism Authority’s Chief Brand Officer Kalani Ka‘anā‘anā
Ushering in a new model of travel in Hawai‘i, Kalani Ka‘anā‘anā hopes to establish enriching experiences for visitors, while supporting Hawaiian culture, local communities and the Islands’ natural resources.
HAWAI‘I Magazine’s 2022 Photo Contest Winners
The show-stopping photos that captured first place.
Your Guide to Hawaiʻi’s 2022 Summer Festivals
Mark your calendars because these summer events and festivals you don’t want to miss.
The 8 Flowers for the 8 Main Hawaiian Islands
Sure, Hawaiʻi has a state flower, but did you know each island also has its own official flower?
