During Pacific Whale Foundation’s Molokini Wild Side Snorkel tour, crew spotted the first kohola (humpback whale) of the season with the help of another boat, Maui Diamond, on Monday, Oct. 8. It happened north of Molokini crater, heading toward Maalaea Harbor. They’re right on schedule considering last year’s sighting occurred on Oct. 10.A whale shows off for spectators during last…
This video, created by Micah Mews, a college student working with Aloha Harvest, shows us what actually happens when Aloha Harvest staff puts the nonprofit’s mission into action. Watch the process as Aloha Harvest picks up “rescued” excess food from restaurants, hotels and other food establishments and delivers it to social service agencies that feed the hungry and low-income families…
Imagine an island oasis complete with rolling mountains and seaside cliffs. A place where bright blue skies and tropical flowers create a lush vibrant retreat for all. In ancient Hawai‘i, well-being was achieved by honoring nature, people and nā akua (spiritual beings), all of which were valued and connected. Each entity had mana (power or energy) that flowed from themselves…
Linebacker Kamu Grugier-Hill earns his money tackling running backs, blitzing quarterbacks — even filling in as kicker for the reigning Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles.But when this all-around local boy turned pro-athlete saw images of lava flowing in his home state, the real hero emerged.“I was on the phone with my brother on Hawaii Island . It really hit home,”…
An aerial view of Shark’s Cove, Oahu. Photo: Sho NiimuraDive into a snorkelers paradise at Shark’s Cove on Oahu’s North Shore. The popular rocky bay, part of Pupukea Beach Park, boasts sparkling, clear blue water, underwater caves and sea life everywhere, from schools of fish to honu (Hawaiian sea turtles). The adventure is waiting for you! Have Aloha Will Travel, powered…
Although the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park may be closed due to the ongoing volcanic activity on the Island of Hawaii, it’s still possible to see the Halemaumau Crater in real-time. Set up by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in the Hawaii Volcano Observatory, an ongoing livestream of the Halemaumau Crater can be found here, and seen below. Regularly updated photos of the crater are…
Welcome to Paia! HAWAII Magazine teamed up with professional windsurfer Amanda Beenen to take you on a tour of her five favorite spots to eat, drink and play in this colorful, artistic little town on Maui’s north shore: Sip Me Cafe, Paia Bay, Paia Bowls, Mana Foods and Pome yoga studio. Have Aloha Will Travel, powered by HAWAII Magazine, creates micro-documentaries…
At the end of Maui’s Road to Hana lies a remarkable experiential resort: Travaasa Hana. A secluded, peaceful, romantic tropical oasis, it’s the best place to call home while you adventure on Maui’s east side. Have Aloha Will Travel, powered by HAWAII Magazine, creates micro-documentaries and short films about the Islands. Our storytellers and videographers travel throughout Hawaii to discover the untold, the…
Kimie Miner. Kapena. The Green. Keauhou. Stef Mariani. These are just a few of the Hawaii artists who won big at the 2018 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards. The show, which is commonly referred to as Hawaii’s Grammy Awards, doles out awards in a variety of genres and categories, such as album of the year, male vocalist of the year and Hawaiian…
The light bounce of the tires onto the runway gently nudges you awake. You’re the epitome of the phrase “zombie tourist”. It’s a badge of honor though, you earned it. After pulling an all-nighter just to be sure everything was done, you jumped several time zones and you’re presently running on fumes. Yes, you’re now totally reliant upon a pair…
Explore Maui’s Road to Hana on this beautiful adventure of the breathtaking East Maui coastline, with stops along the way including Twin Falls, Three Bears Waterfall (aka Upper Waikani Falls), Waianapanapa State Park, Garden Cafe at the Garden of Eden arboretum, Halfway to Hana and Oheo Gulch at Haleakala National Park. Have Aloha Will Travel, powered by HAWAII Magazine, creates micro-documentaries and short…
Duke’s mai tai is a visitor favorite, and now you can make the recipe at home. In this video, Duke’s Waikiki bartender Matthew Kamahele shows how to make the signature drink. The Duke’s Mai Tai recipe: .4 ounce orgeat syrup 1/2 ounce orange curacao 1/2 ounce gold rum 3 ounces fresh PPOG (pineapple, passion orange, guava) juice 1 1/4 ounce dark rum Garnish…
Women’s big-wave surfing champion Paige Alms at the 2017 Peahi Challenge. Photo: Courtesy of WSL/Keoki Saguibo Charging the biggest waves you can find. Knifing the drop on a 30-foot bomb. Hacking and slashing, turning and smacking every wave that comes your way, big or small. That’s what it means to be a female surfer. And through the persistence of these…
Returning for its 98th year on Friday, March 16, the annual Kamehameha Schools Song Contest gathers high school students from its Kapalama-Oahu Campus to sing Hawaiian mele (songs) in olelo Hawaii (Hawaiian language). Performers are split into groups, with boys, girls and co-eds all competing to take home trophies and awards.This year’s theme commemorates the Hawaiian Civic Clubs, which were…
While on a whale watching tour with Maui Kayak Adventure, a mile-and-a-half offshore from Makena Beach, guests got more than they expected as they caught the attention of a juvenile humpback whale. Young and curious, the whale saw the group and swam over to say hello. And to the kayakers delight, the young humpback decided to stick around for a while and give…
(l to r) Kevin Hart (Franklin “Moose” Finbar), Karen Gillan (Ruby Roundhouse) Jack Black (Professor Shelly Oberon) and Dwayne Johnson (Dr. Smolder Bravestone) star in JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE.1. Iao Valley reopenedPhoto: ThinkstockAfter a torrential storm caused the park to close in 2016, it finally reopened again to the public in 2017 after some extensive repairs. Though the larger loop trail…
Much like Thanksgiving, Hawaii does Christmas with its own twist. Sunshine and tropical weather lets the Aloha State’s residents don board shorts and bikinis for their post-Christmas morning surf, while uncles dressing up as Santa are throwing up shakas with the keiki on their lap. Here are a few other reasons why Christmas in Hawaii is so unique. 1. Santa arrives in an outrigger…
From Wailua Falls to the Napali Coast, we show you all of our favorite scenic spots on the breathtaking island of Kauai in this video. Have Aloha Will Travel, powered by HAWAII Magazine, creates micro-documentaries and short films about the Islands. Our storytellers and videographers travel throughout Hawaii to discover the untold, the overlooked, the authentic and unscripted to share with the world…
Around the time the sun turned the sky an orange sherbet hue, everyone pulled out their smartphones and began taking rapid-fire photos of the technicolor sky.I was on the island of Lanai watching a Hawaii sunset in one of the best ways: from a catamaran in the evening. There’s only six of us aboard along with a crew of three,…
The winter waves on Oahu’s North Shore are a thing of legend, towering swells that are ridden only by the brave and the highly skilled. In addition to the thrills of watching pro surfers ride the biggest waves, this time of year is a great opportunity to experience the bustling North Shore surf community at its most active, with surf…
Tired of the traditional pumpkin jack-o’-lantern, or don’t want to deal with the mess? Try this tropical alternative instead. What you’re going to need: A pineapple A cutting board Two knives – one large, one small Pineapple corer Paper towels Flameless candle Now, follow these step-by-step instructions, as demonstrated in the video. Step 1: Carefully cut the top off the…
1. Thinking it was acceptable to tuck a Gecko Hawaiʻi T-shirt into acid-washed jeans. Photo: JaybrrdsWhatnots/Etsy This Maui surf brand was all about aggressive neon colors and fabrics and, of course, their shades-wearing gecko was da bomb! 2. Playing for keeps and taking some kid’s POGs. Photo: The Tasty Island When Hawaiʻi schools banned them, adults said it was because playing POGs was a…
Southwest Airlines made a big announcement last night: “We’re going to Hawaii, baby!” The airline is planning to offer flights between Hawaii and the continental U.S., with ticket sales beginning in 2018.“One of the most asked questions I get, wherever I go, whatever Southwest employee that I run into, they want to know, ‘When are we going to go to Hawaii,’”…
Walk down Kauaiʻs Mahaulepu coastline, the last undeveloped, accessible region on Kauai’s south shore, to pristine white sand beaches and Makauahi Cave Reserve, an astonishing prehistoric cave that’s open to the public. Have Aloha Will Travel, powered by HAWAII Magazine, creates micro-documentaries and short films about the Islands. Our storytellers and videographers travel throughout Hawaii to discover the untold, the overlooked, the…
