The first time Markus Stolz ate baumkuchen, a traditional German cake that resembles a hollowed cross-section of a tree trunk, he was in Japan—not Germany. “It’s really soft and moist,” says Stolz, whose parents moved from Germany to Japan, where he was born and raised. “That makes this version much more different.” The German version […]
This article was updated with a few new pidgin phrases. The original piece was uploaded on Sep. 9, 2019. EDITOR’S NOTE: For the sake of clarity, we will be using Hawaiian diacritics, such as okina (ʻ) and kahako (āēīūō) in this article. If you’re coming to Hawaiʻi for the first time, prepare to be blasted
Hawaiʻi has long lured visitors with its tropical climate and golden beaches. But recently there has been concerns about how tourism—particularly overtourism—is impacting Hawaiʻi’s natural environment. And, maybe more importantly, how Hawaiʻi has changed to accommodate visitors. Traditions are ignored, culture is dismissed, and visitors aren’t experiencing what really makes the Islands so unique and
In today’s world of technology with navigational aids in the palms of our hands, getting from here to there is pretty much a cinch. On land, smartphones provide turn-by-turn driving directions, and GPS devices can pinpoint your exact location on the globe, even in the middle of the sea. But at the turn of the
On episode 102 of the “Have Aloha Will Travel” podcast, co-hosts Kevin Allen and Grace Maeda welcome Dane Lam. The conductor is making history as the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra’s first music director in its 10-year history. HaveAlohaWillTravel · Have Aloha Will Travel EP102: Meet Dane Lam, Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra’s New Music Director In this newly
While there are nearly 10,000 7-Eleven stores across the U.S., and a strengthening international presence, there are local comfort foods and nostalgic snacks that can only be found in the chain’s 7-Eleven Hawai‘i locations. These are six local items you won’t find outside of the Islands. READ MORE: 7-Eleven in Hawaiʻi is Amazing—Here’s Why 1.
Descending from a long line of Hawaiian artisans, Micah Kamohoali‘i is a renowned kumu hula (hula teacher), traditional kapa (bark cloth) artist and fashion designer. In 2005, he launched Dezigns by Kamohoali‘i, in which he weaves traditional Hawaiian designs into modern styles. Following his September 2021 show at New York Fashion Week, Kamohoali‘i opened two
Since guided tours have been paused, I worried that my self-guided visit to Kaua‘i Aadheenam would hinder the experience. Thankfully, I could not have been more wrong. After driving inland toward the lush mountains of Wailua, I arrived at the Kauaʻi Hindu monastery. With a pareo covering my shoulders, I made my way to the
This article was originally posted on Jan. 31, 2018. Since we missed a few celebs, we’ve decided to update the list. With a population of a little under 1.5 million people, Hawaiʻi puts out its fair share of musicians, athletes, actresses and actors. Here are a few local Hawaiʻi celebrities who have attained the status
Mele will fill the historic Hawai‘i Theatre when Keauhou joins the Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra for HapaSymphony on Feb. 4. With its signature bright harmonies, Keauhou has earned a staggering 17 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards for its first three albums. Keauhou, which means “the new wind/renewed generation,” features Kahanuola Solatorio, and brothers Nicholas and Zachary Lum,
The Islands are home to a diverse collection of museums, vibrant galleries and important memorials where locals and travelers alike can see artifacts from early Polynesian settlers and works by local and international artists. And you don’t need to be a history buff or art aficionado to appreciate Hawaiʻi’s culture—both past and present. These 10
At a glance, Leʻahi (Diamond Head) amazes visitors and locals with its raw beauty and natural splendor. And the same can be said for many Hawaiʻi landmarks, like Kukaʻemoku (ʻIao Needle) and Mokoliʻi Island. But behind the visual appeal, many of the landmarks hold historic and cultural value to Native Hawaiians, often being important figures
