*This story was originally published on Dec. 12, 20218, and updated in December 2025. Who says there’s no winter in Hawaiʻi? Here are 12 ways to enjoy the winter season across the Islands. 1. See Sand-ta Claus at Sheraton Waikiki View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sheraton Waikiki Beach […]
After opening presents on Christmas morning, many local families and visitors make it a tradition to hit the Islands’ golden beaches or verdant hiking trails. But there are numerous parks and outdoor attractions that will be closed on Dec. 25. As you start to plan your Christmas morning, it’s always wise to double check what
Know someone who loves the beach—even more than you do? Here’s a list of Hawaiʻi-inspired, beach-y gifts sure to please the beach bum on your list. (Also, for more ideas, listen to our latest podcast, where we discuss our beach essentials.) 1. Chunky Mermaid Charm Bracelet, Misha Hawaiʻi Local designer Misha Mendosa specializes in elevated
There are so many reasons we love winter in the Islands—I even wrote a blog about it!—but we decided to get a second opinion. We asked our pal Katrina Valcourt, the executive editor at our sister publication HONOLULU Magazine, to weigh in on winter in Hawaiʻi. We also discuss gift ideas for the Hawaiʻi lovers
While a cozy Christmas morning—and day—spent inside your holly, jolly hale (home) does sound pleasant, it’s never a bad idea to take advantage of the holiday and get out and about! But, if you do decide to get on your merry way on the 25th of December, it’s important to know what will be open, and what won’t be. To
It’s tough trying to decipher whether or not it’s winter in Hawaiʻi. Don’t expect to find any telltale signs, like snowfall or a change in the weather. With tropical sunshine and perfect beach days all year long, it’s the small things that’ll make you realize it’s wintertime in the islands. From braddahs wearing socks and
With the holidays on the horizon, it’s time to get your gift game on. In case you’ve got no idea what to get, check out the locally made items HAWAIʻI Magazine staffers would like to see in their stockings. 1. A Bag of 100% Kona Coffee from Big Island Coffee Roasters As I threw my
With Christmas just around the corner, now’s the time to fill the holly, jolly halls of your hale (house) with Christmas tunes! While everybody has their favorites, we’ve compiled a list of 20 iconic Hawaiʻi Christmas jingles—like Bing Crosby and the Andrew Sister’s rendition of “Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas)” and Amy Hanaialiʻi’s “Po Laʻie (Silent Night)”—that
1. Aloha Nui Skin Care, Hanalei Co. Every ingredient in this unique collection is made with Hawaiian-grown ingredients straight from the ‘āina (land). Ingredients like kukui (candlenut) oil are amazing for moisture retention and the Kona Peptide Hawaiian Eye Cream contains coffee to perk up tired holiday eyes. The entire Aloha Nui Skincare Collection from Hanalei Co. brings an island spa to your home. hanaleicompany.com
Have you gotten your Christmas shopping done yet? There’s really not a lot of time left! In case you’ve got no idea what to get, check out the items—from fanny packs to ʻukulele—HAWAIʻI Magazine staffers would like to see under their Christmas trees. 1. Zip Backpack ($295) from Umbrella Collective Photo: Getty Images I’m really hoping that
When the weather outside is frightful, stay in and listen to the newest episode of the “Have Aloha Will Travel” podcast! With Christmas just around the corner—only four more days!—we’ve once again enlisted the help of HONOLULU Magazine managing editor Katrina Valcourt to talk about what festive festivities Honolulu has to offer. Ice Cubed Hawaiʻi
Aloha Friday Picks is a weekly news blog that will run every Friday and features three things we recommend you do, try or experience over the weekend. Send us tips at media@hawaiimagazine.com. Even if you didn’t finish your Christmas shopping—we feel you!—that’s OK. There are other things to do this weekend—and they don’t involve the malls.
