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You Can Help Designate Kaʻena Point on Oʻahu a National Heritage Area
The public can share comments through Nov. 25.
It's Whale-Watching Season in Hawaiʻi
The first humpback whale was spotted off the coast of Maui in October, marking the start of this year’s season.
Hawaiʻi is Ranked the Happiest State
A 2024 study designates the Aloha State as the happiest in the nation.
Your Guide to the Best Halloween Events in Hawaiʻi
Here are our picks of Halloween events in the Islands for a spooky, good time.
Here’s How To See the 'Comet of the Century' in Hawaiʻi
Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is within 44 million miles of Earth.
USA Artistic Swimming Team Bring Talents—and Olympic Medals—to Maui
Olympics fans can watch the silver-medal swimmers perform at Wailea Beach Resort on Oct. 13.
Here's How You Can Watch the Aloha Festivals Floral Parade Anywhere
Take part in this decades-old annual event even if you’re not in Hawaiʻi.
Kīlauea is Erupting Again But in a Remote Area on Hawaiʻi Island
The eruption resumed on Sept. 17 in Nāpua Crater, over 6 miles from the nearest road.
Chain of Craters Road Still Closed After Short Kīlauea Eruption
There is no current eruption, but officials have raised the hazard alert to watch.
The First Luxury Hotel Opens on the Hāmākua Coast on Hawaiʻi Island
The adults-only Hāmākua Hotel promises a one-of-a-kind vacation experience.
Hawaiian Heritage Meets Modern Luxury at This Beloved Maui Hotel
Experience the best of both worlds as the Outrigger Kāʻanapali Beach Resort embraces tradition and transformation.
The Popular Canoe Show at Polynesian Cultural Center is Back
“Huki: A Canoe Celebration” on Oʻahu returns after pausing during the COVID-19 pandemic four years ago.
A Year in the Ashes: A Reflection on the Maui Wildfires
One resident’s journey through loss and resilience after the Lahaina fire—in her own words.
Here are the 5 Hawaiʻi Olympians To Watch
The Paris 2024 Olympics starts this week.
Kīlauea Not Erupting But Increased Earthquakes Prompt Some Park Closures
Here’s what you need to know if you’re visiting Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on Hawaiʻi Island.
8 Things You Didn’t Know About 7-Eleven in Hawai‘i
A few fun facts about the popular convenience store on Slurpee Day 2024.
The Popular Mānoa Falls Trail on Oʻahu Closed This Week
But there are lots of other great hikes on Oʻahu to trek.
How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in Hawaiʻi
Here’s how to enjoy July 4th festivities and catch spectacular firework shows across the Islands.
The Shaka Officially Belongs to Hawaiʻi
Hawaiʻi signs law making the shaka the first-ever state gesture in the U.S.
Fairmont Kea Lani on Maui Unveils Cultural Transformation
A multi-year renovation project brought updates to the resort’s suites and villas, a new bar and restaurant and a Hawaiian cultural center.
The Iconic Duke's is Opening on Hawaiʻi Island
The beloved restaurant known for its mai tai and Hula Pie will debut in Kona in late 2025.
O‘ahu's Turtle Bay Resort Will Become a Ritz-Carlton
The famed resort on the North Shore was sold for $725 million.
