For some, renting a home in Hawaiʻi is a vital first step toward eventual homeownership. Whether you’re a local looking to find a space to call your own or a potential homebuyer from the Mainland looking to see what life in the Islands is like before jumping deeper into the market, here are some things […]
Much more than your stock standard gift and sundry shop in Waikīkī, Accents at the Royal Hawaiian Resort is perfect for visitors and even locals looking to buy unique, locally made gifts for family and friends—and to accent their own homes. “We’ve got locally made gifts for everyone in the ʻohana including the fur babies,”
Mele will fill the historic Hawai‘i Theatre when Keauhou joins the Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra for HapaSymphony on Feb. 4. With its signature bright harmonies, Keauhou has earned a staggering 17 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards for its first three albums. Keauhou, which means “the new wind/renewed generation,” features Kahanuola Solatorio, and brothers Nicholas and Zachary Lum,
Since 1977, Big Island Candies has been crafting Hawaiʻi’s finest cookies, chocolates and confections. The Holiday 2022 Collection of specialty gifts features signature chocolate dipped shortbreads and other go-to goodies for the season. Here’s a sampling of decorative, delectable gifts, some of which—as indicated with an *—feature limited-edition seasonal flavors, such as Cinnamon White Dipped
There’s no doubt about it, buying a home—especially in Hawaiʻi—is a daunting task for first-time homebuyers. From qualifying for a mortgage loan to deciding on a location and learning what schools are in what districts, a lot goes into owning your own slice of paradise. Fortunately, List Sotheby’s International Realty agents Brandon Kim and Tiffany
Jewelry is an enduring symbol of love and joy, commemorating life’s extraordinary moments. Pieces from Hawaiʻi add to that sentiment by ensuring a part of the Islands is always with you. With designs featuring lovely plumeria and playful honu, unwrapping Island-inspired jewelry certainly makes the holidays sparkly and bright. And while jewelry is a timeless
If you’re searching for the newest products or just seeking a reminder of the Islands, HAWAIʻI Magazine has once again teamed up with Mana Up Hawaiʻi to curate a selection of the tastiest treats by rising entrepreneurs and businesses— and it’s all in one box. The set makes an unforgettable gift or the perfect treat
In Hawaiʻi, that gentle feeling of aloha is everything. It’s in the way we speak to one another and how kamaʻāina interact with the world. And it also shows itself in the products we make. So whether you’re looking for a uniquely Hawaiʻi souvenir or just feel like getting a gift for yourself, here are a few items—from Island-themed
When people think about living in Hawaiʻi, bungalows on the beach and cabins tucked deep in tropical forests might come to mind. And quiet serenity. But Downtown Honolulu is a very different story. Home to an amalgamation of urban culture, artistic vision, the freshest local cuisine and heaps of happening bars—all a few miles away
“If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water.” This quote by Loren Eiseley, the late anthropologist, educator and natural science writer, adorns a placard inviting guests to use the refillable water station at SCP Hilo Hotel, and is a perfect insight to the ethos of a company doing hospitality a little
Agents at List Sotheby’s International Realty use two words to describe Kailua: beach town. “Kailua is a location with some of the most beautiful beaches in the world,” says Heather Selvitelle, a multi-award-winning agent at List Sotheby’s International Realty. “There’s this feeling of being in a small beach community, but with growing opportunities. It feels
The highly awarded Koʻa Kea Resort on Poʻipū Beach — Kaua‘i’s closest resort to the waterfront — debuted a refreshed look this summer following a $5 million renovation. Renowned for its intimate setting that inspires romance, the property continues to elevate the guest experience with thoughtful design touches, paying homage to the island’s lush landscape and
