Beaches
The Eddie Aikau Surf Contest is a Go for Wednesday
Thousands tuned in 2016—the last time the competition was held. Here’s how you can watch it this year.
Check Out These 6 Family-Friendly Beaches in Hawaiʻi
From Hanauma Bay on Oʻahu to Poʻipū Beach on Kauaʻi, here are six family friendly beaches we recommend.
10 Gifts for Anyone Who Loves Hawaiʻi Beaches
From cute towels and trendy bucket hats to page-turning beach reads, these gifts will be a hit with any self-proclaimed beach bum.
How (And Where) To Watch the Massive Waves on Oʻahu's North Shore
The season of XXL surf is upon us, so here's how you can watch the gigantic winter swells on Oʻahu.
Tips on How To Get To Lanikai Beach on Oʻahu
All without getting a parking ticket or annoying the residents.
How to Make the Most Your One Day on Maui
Your guide to where to eat, what beaches to visit and how to relax on the Valley Isle with just 24 hours.
Get Beach Safety Tips from a Veteran Hawaiʻi Lifeguard
Sam Fisher, a longtime lifeguard on Oʻahu’s North Shore, shares what to bring to the beach, where to see turtles and how to not be a kook.
Two Hawaiʻi Beaches Make Dr. Beach’s Top 10 for 2022
Oʻahu’s Duke Kahanamoku Beach and Maui’s Wailea Beach are on the list—but not at the top.
The 5 Best Snorkeling Spots on Kauaʻi in 2022
It wouldn’t be a trip to Kauaʻi without exploring what’s beneath the sea. Check out the snorkeling spots that HAWAI’I Magazine readers love the most.
Camping at this Popular Oʻahu Beach is Suspended to Protect Green Sea Turtles
Overnight camping at Bellows Field Beach Park in Waimānalo will once again be closed this summer to look after nesting sea turtles and their hatchlings.
The 5 Best Beaches in Hawaiʻi in 2022
The list of extraordinary beaches in Hawaiʻi could be endless, but here are the Top 5 beaches throughout the Islands as voted by our readers.
These Four Hawaiʻi Beaches Made Tripadvisor's Top 10 List
Can you guess which?
Do These 4 Oʻahu Activities Instead of Popular Attractions
Trade Waikīkī Beach for White Plains, and more.
Visitors Must Pay And Reserve Online to Access Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
To combat no-shows, the state is requiring visitors to pay upon making their reservations.
Your 24-Hour Kauaʻi Itinerary
Spend the day visiting turquoise beaches and supporting local businesses.
Take a Virtual Tour of Maui's West Coast Beaches
From DT Fleming Beach to Launiupoko Beach Park, Maui’s west side has too many beautiful beaches to choose from.
Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP62
North Shore lieutenant lifeguard Kyle Foyle joins Cat and Kevin this week to discuss ocean safety and injury prevention when visiting Hawaiʻi beaches.
Lifeguards Now Working Longer Hours on Oʻahu
The extended hours will help keep beaches safer.
Listen to Our Ultimate Summer Beach Playlist for 2021
Our staff picked the most summer-y tunes to get your in the mood for your next Hawaiʻi vacation.
See How Kaua‘i Artists Turned Marine Debris into Art
The third annual “Washed Up” art show will be on display through July 2.
The 5 Best Surfing Spots on Oʻahu in 2021
If you're just getting your sea legs—or are an experienced tube hound—here are the five best surfing spots on Oʻahu, according to our readers.
Your Guide to Reef-Safe Sunscreens in Hawaiʻi
Protect yourself from the sun and protect our reefs with this handy-dandy guide on reef-safe sunscreens.
