Sometimes it is nice to take a break from the beach and enjoy the hotel amenities you have worked so hard to pay for. A day at the pool is a rejuvenating way to spend the afternoon while still getting the most of your Oʻahu experience. Lost & Found Wayfinder Waikīkī Locals will remember the […]
Fireworks, parades and even rodeos mark this year’s Fourth of July festivities on every island. Here’s a list of ways to celebrate Independence Day, starting today through the weekend. Oʻahu 4th of July Concerts at Ala Moana Center Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5, 4 to 10 p.m. Ala Moana’s two-day concert series will
At 9:30 p.m. I sat at a table outside of Fête restaurant and watched a four-piece band set up on the corner of Hotel Street and Nuʻuanu Avenue on Oʻahu. “This guy comes every weekend,” co-owner of Fête Chuck Bussler said of the drummer. “He shows up with different musicians each time. It’s great.” With
Heading to Maui but want to stay somewhere other than a busy hotel or sprawling resort? Here are three under-the-radar accommodations that will make your vacation to the Valley Isle really feel like an escape. Lumeria Maui, Makawao The moment you walk onto the lush 5.6-acre property in Upcountry Maui, you get what Lumeria Maui
Maui has it all, from award-winning restaurants to luxe resorts to some of the best beaches and hiking trails in the state. Here are five ways we love to enjoy the outdoors on the Valley Isle. 1. Pīpīwai Trail, Kīpahulu On the rugged eastern side of Maui is the Kīpahulu district of Haleakalā National
“It’s like a pad Thai fell into your mai tai.” That’s how Johnny, tiggerish bartender at Kai Maikaʻi, described the Sugarcane Blaze cocktail, an unexpected and fiery combination of smoky mezcal, Kō Hana Kea rum, Ancho Reyes chile liqueur, peanuts and Szechuan pepper orgeat and mango syrup. And he’s not wrong. The cocktail, with a
I’ve been visiting Choco leʻa, a charming chocolate boutique in Mānoa on Oʻahu, since it first opened 10 years ago. Its artisanal chocolates make perfect gifts for my kid’s teachers, my neighbors and, well, myself. I’m there a lot. In its 10th year—a milestone for a small business!—the shop has launched a new hands-on tour
Maui is one of the most beloved—and visited—islands in Hawai‘i, and for good reason. Gorgeous beaches, epic hikes, an array of restaurants and boutiques—it’s truly a traveler’s dream. But the island still has surprises, from tucked-away accommodations to secret spots that only locals know about. Here are seven of our favorite food finds on the
Let’s face it: Sometimes a vacation is getting away from kids. Yours and others. While Maui has the adults-only Hotel Wailea, Oʻahu, which sees the bulk of visitors, hasn’t had anything like that. Until this summer. Opening on June 1, Romer House Waikīkī on Nāhua Street will be the island’s first—and only—adults-only hotel. It’s located
From white sandy beaches to rocky and rugged coastlines, the Garden Isle is home to a diverse selection of breathtaking beaches. Our readers say that these five are the best beaches on Kaua‘i to visit on your next trip. Read More: Our 10 Essential Experiences on Kauaʻi 1. Poʻipū Beach Poʻipū Beach topped the list this
During my most recent trip to Moloka‘i, I heard a common refrain: If you’re in a hurry, you’re on the wrong island. There are even signs along some roads that say, “Slow down this is Moloka‘i.” Situated just 7.5 miles off Maui, Moloka‘i can seem a world away. It makes the easy-going Valley Isle feel
Who doesn’t love a lūʻau? And Oʻahu has some of the best. Don’t believe us? Check out this list, all voted as the best in our 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards. 1. Paradise Cove View this post on Instagram A post shared by Paradise Cove (@paradisecoveluau) Sprawling across a beautiful 12-acre beachfront estate, Paradise
