When most people think about active Hawaii Island volcanoes, Kilauea comes to mind. But did you know that there are actually four volcanoes * around the island that are considered active, and among them is Mauna Loa, the world’s most massive volcano? Last September, the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) raised Mauna Loa’s alert level […]
While Kona agriculture for many is synonymous with coffee, Big Island Bees wants you to think a little sweeter. The company, under the direction of owners and fourth-generation beekeeper Garnett Puett and his wife Whendi produce as much as 600,000 lbs of the syrupy treat with their more than 190 million bees each year. If you’re up
Tennis fans in the 50th State are being treated to a world class match as the United States takes on Poland at the Fed Cup by BNP Paribas World Group II First Round in February. The Fed Cup is the largest annual international team competition for women’s tennis in the world with 100 nations competing
Humpback whales, or na kohola, migrate from Alaskan waters to Hawaii in the winter and spring months of November (sometimes earlier) through May every year, seeking warm waters for breeding and birthing new calves. From the islands’ beaches or lookouts, you might catch sight of them in the distance, but we highly recommend booking a
I just returned to Oahu from a short weekend jaunt on Hawaii Island, where, as many of you have heard, there’s an outbreak of dengue fever. The virus is uncommon in Hawaii and is transmitted by mosquitoes. As of December 9, 2015, there have been 145 confirmed cases on Hawaii Island, but the state Department
You’ll really want to savor this one. Kona Brewing Co. recently launched their Lanai Series—limited-edition, small-batch beers that are brewed and available in Hawaii—with the Kona Coffee Stout. This Imperial Stout beer is made from freshly roasted, 100 percent pure Kona coffee. It’s a thick and dark craft beer with a hefty 8.8 percent ABV
Welcome to Waipio. Like all who are fortunate enough to find their way into Waipio Valley, photographer Jack Wolford remembers every moment, every feeling and every sight of every visit over the years. “There are few places left where you can, literally, drive down a road into another world and step back into time,” says
It’s not all sunny skies here in Hawaii. If it’s raining, it probably means that hike you really wanted to do is a muddy mess, and that beautiful view you wanted to see in the mountains is covered with clouds. Rather than stressing over what you may miss seeing during your trip, our staff brainstormed some
As if Hawaii’s golden sand beaches weren’t enough, there are stretches of coastline across the Hawaiian Islands that sparkle in a magnificent variety of other colors. Black sand beaches These majestic beaches are the result of lava flowing into the ocean. When the basalt reaches and settles at the surface, these beautiful, unusual and haunting
Another Apple software update, another major void concerning emojis for Hawaii people who text. Whether you’re visiting the Islands or call it your full-time home, a special place calls for a handful of icons to enter our emoji-dom. Since at this rate it looks like we won’t be getting a darn shaka emoji until iOS
As we approach the holidays, here’s your winter-y reminder that it snows in Hawaii. Yes, snow in Hawaii. Mauna Kea, Hawaii Island’s dormant volcano, receives a dusty snowfall through the January/February months (sometimes even during the summer). Instead of palm trees and sandy beaches, snuggle up to these views of the snow-capped summit with a
One of the questions we’re asked most often by readers is, “What shouldn’t we miss in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park if we only have one day to visit?” If you’re willing to Park it your entire day from sunup to sundown (and beyond), here’s our advice. The sky was still dark as I drove the
