Running on vacation may not sound like a vacation. But sometimes it’s the best way to experience a new place—or even a place you’ve been to many times before. You’re able to look around, take in your surroundings, even venture into areas only accessible by a pair of shoes. Plus, you’re burning the calories you […]
My friend and I sit on wooden Adirondack chairs, basking in the sun and talking about the next few days of our Maui getaway. It’s her first time on the Valley Isle and we have a lot planned: Visiting Haleakala, cruising Upcountry, seeing the culturally significant Kukaemoku (Iao Needle). Plus, she has a foodie’s hit
I don’t think I’ve ever been so dumbfounded by plumeria before. The trees grow abundantly all across the island, with blooms of various hues and petal shapes. They’re so plentiful, in fact, after the tree was introduced to Hawaii in the mid-1800s, the blooms were used frequently for funerals; you could always count on them
Godiva is appreciating my butt scratches and honestly, I am appreciating her. Tail lifted high, she walks away for a moment before turning around and nuzzling her tiny head into my open palm. I’m in love. Godiva has stolen my heart, but like the chocolate she’s named after, I know I can’t have her. It’d
When low-fare carrier Southwest Airlines announced it would start service from California to Hawaii in March, the news was received with mixed emotions. Many welcomed the competition, which would likely mean lower fares to the Islands. Others bemoaned the carrier, which offers no-frills service and no assigned seating. (This brought back memories of waiting in
Wailuku, smack dab in the middle of Maui, is a town that will make you fall in love with its bohemian boulevard and streets. The town has a certain charisma and character that beckons passing visitors and residents with its funky-fresh coffee shop, too-cool-for-school record store, bubbly boutiques and historic theater. Iao Theater is Hawaii’s
The price of paradise in 2018? Pretty darn high, and getting higher, thanks to everyone wanting a piece of the Hawaii experience. That’s why we’re always on the hunt for hacks that cut down on cost—while still giving the best the Islands have to offer. Here are some of our favorite ways to do it:
Formerly the Mokihana Resort, Castle Resorts & Hotels newest hotel, The ISO (an acronym for island, sky, ocean), opened this past May and the $5 million renovation has given this property a much-needed breath of life. Steak and lobster? Yes, please. Photo: Courtesy of The ISO Its restaurant, The Bull Shed, also serves up the
Ready for a night on the town in Honolulu’s bustling tourist mecca? Just follow our handy step-by-step guide for some of Waikiki’s best cocktails and views, or if you’re looking for a deal, stop by one of the happy hour spots on our list earlier in the evening for cocktails and pupu (appetizers). Tommy Bahama’s
Waikiki can be notoriously expensive when it comes to food. But for those of you looking for a deal, there are a number of delicious options. From musubis to burgers, we found these reasonably priced meals coming in at $15 or less. Here are the spots that should be on your radar. Under $15 The
When thinking of Oahu’s surf, a few images come to mind. The throaty barrels at Banzai Pipeline. The dangerous, shallow reefs of Rocky Point. The large, gargantuan waves of Waimea Bay. But really, from the North Shore to Honolulu’s south coasts, there are surf spots geared toward all skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Check
I’m starting to lose my grip. Ten feet above the ground, my toe is cinched in a small inlet and I’m reaching hard for the next hold. My hands should be sweating, but they’re covered in white chalk, which keeps them dry. My focus is entirely set on not falling off this rock. I make
