Former president Barack Obama is the only U.S. president born in Hawaiʻi—and the Islands are still a special place for him. At least once a year—and often more, now that he’s no longer in the White House—he and his family vacation here, often on Oʻahu where he has a home. Here are some of his […]
Hawaiʻi is one of the most romantic places on the planet. Couples love to get married, honeymoon and celebrate anniversaries here. Oʻahu, in particular, has a variety of places to romance your partner, whether that’s a quiet dinner at a fine-dining restaurant or a sunset picnic at the beach. Here are 12 date-night ideas—for Valentine’s
For some, a chance to meet actor Jason Momoa would be the best Christmas present of all. The action star has been a favorite celeb amongst Hawaiʻi locals—and our readers—for decades. At 19, he was launched into stardom after being selected for the role of Jason Iaone on “Baywatch Hawaii,” and from there has acted
Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a first-time participant, the Honolulu Marathon allows runners to test their endurance amidst the spirit of aloha. Join us for an insider’s guide to this year’s marathon in paradise, complete with the race details and the accompanying celebrations. Established in 1973, the Honolulu Marathon proudly holds its place as
Brought to life by the newly opened hotel Romer Waikīkī at The Ambassador, the Waikīkī Swim & Social Club is the perfect space for kamaʻāina (locals) and visitors to lounge in Waikīkī. The idea of a swim and social club seems like something out of yesteryear, however the concept remains undeniably hip even in to
The Mana Up Showcase, a celebration of Hawaiʻi’s local startups and all things trending in Hawaiʻi, is returning in 2023 with a whole new lineup of events. Presented by King’s Hawaiian, the Mana Up Showcase has made some significant changes as it enters its sixth year—so many that the 2023 event has been split into
Standing in a circle of native Hawaiian crops, I extend my hand as Ramsey Brown pours a handful of small, dried brown flowers into my palm. “This is our ʻilima,” he says. “A single ʻilima lei is made with 500 to 1,000 of these flowers.” I clasp the seeds just as a tropical breeze sweeps
Last month Foster Botanical Garden, the oldest of five city-run gardens on Oʻahu, reopened after it had been closed for improvements to pathways and bathrooms. Not much has changed at the 14-acre botanical garden, which can trace its roots back to 1853. That year Queen Kalama, the wife of King Kamehameha III, leased a 4.6-acre
I’m about to begin my journey through the massive Pineapple Garden Maze at the Dole Plantation on Oʻahu’s North Shore. But first, I breathe in the fresh air and pump myself up. The plan is to rush through the maze as fast as I can; I might not leave with a record time, but for
You’ll want to come hungry to the Hale ‘Aina Gala on Sept. 9, put on by our sister-publication HONOLULU Magazine. A feast for the eyes and stomach, the event celebrates the Hale ‘Aina Awards’ 40th year, and no expense has been spared to make sure this year’s gala is a truly memorable one for awardees
As clouds of dust get kicked up from the all terrain tires of the UTV Raptor in front of me, I’m glad I brought my bandana to cover my mouth on this Kualoa Ranch UTV Tour. Zipping along a dusty dirt road in Kualoa Ranch’s expansive property, we’ve only just begun this two hour journey
Growing up on the North Shore of O‘ahu, I always waited with bated breath for our next family excursion to Shark’s Cove. To me, it was a magical underwater playground with so much to do and see. And now, as an adult who lives on the other side of the island, I still look forward
