In 2002 Ed Justus took a chance. At 18, the Virginia native visited Kaua‘i and fell so in love with the place that he extended his visit. He moved around the island—from Kalāheo to Kapa‘a to Hanapēpē—and paid rent during that time by scouring nearby garage sales for rare items and selling them on eBay. […]
It was the sign along ‘Akaka Falls Road that got me. It read: “Free Goat Therapy.” The visit I had planned to ‘Akaka Falls State Park, less than 3 more miles up the road, was going to have to wait. Honomū Goat Dairy wasn’t here the last time I drove along this stretch of road
Just like K-pop, bingsu has taken Hawai‘i by storm over the last few years. It’s an addictive Korean take on Hawai‘i-style shave ice. Distinctly fluffier and more delicate, the base of bingsu is made from milk instead of water, giving it a creamier texture that’s less crystalized. Typically, the picturesque dessert is served with heaping
Want to hop in the ocean for a quick swim without orchestrating an entire beach day? If you’re staying in Waikīkī, you’ll need a beach that is close by, not too rocky and has easy parking. Here are five options right in Honolulu. Ala Moana Regional Park and Magic Island A favorite among locals, the
Love live music? Oʻahu has a slew of venues, from dive bars to upscale hotel restaurants. Here are several local favorites, some of which you may not find in guide books. Ala Moana You may know this area by its sprawling beach park and outdoor mall. Located right outside of Waikīkī, it’s easily accessible by
Where spring brings the Merrie Monarch Festival on Hawaiʻi Island, summer brings the Prince Lot Hula Festival to Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi’s largest noncompetitive hula celebration presented by conservation nonprofit Moanalua Gardens Foundation. The free annual festival, which started in 1978, honors Hawaiʻiʻs centuries-old legacy of hula and chanting, which was perpetuated by Prince Lot Kapuāiwa during
It’s Slurpee Day! The world’s largest convenience store chain is all over the Islands—currently, there are 67 locations across Oʻahu, Hawai‘i Island, Kaua‘i and Maui—and since it was taken over by the Japan-based Seven & I Holdings in 2005, the offerings have noticeably improved in the last decade. Sure, most of us still think of
There are too many places to eat in Wahiawā for us to cover them all, so we’ve listed our five favorite spots below. 1. Koa Pancake House View this post on Instagram A post shared by Koa Pancake House (@koapancakehouse) Everything you’d want from a hometown diner, Koa Pancake House serves local-style breakfast
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
It’s no secret: Getting to Hawaiʻi isn’t cheap. Airfare—especially in the summer—is expensive, and then you need a hotel room and (we suggest) rental car. It adds up! So finding a hotel that fits your budget—but still offering all the must-have amenities (and beautiful views, too) helps. Here are the Top 5 value hotels on
