Known as the Gathering Place, Oʻahu boasts enough gorgeous beaches, picturesque hiking trails, award-winning restaurants and world-class museums to please everyone in your ʻohana. But with all of its thrilling activities, it’s difficult to narrow down what to do in a single weekend. Here’s what it takes to create an exciting weekend on Oʻahu with […]
Oʻahu’s North Shore attracts professional surfers from around the world, lured by the massive swells that arrive every winter. But it’s also become a top destination for nonsurfers, with top-notch restaurants, trendy cafés and chic boutiques, all of which can be a bit pricey. However, you don’t have to spend a cent to have a
Who doesn’t love pancakes for breakfast? (Or anytime, really.) It’s one of those morning indulgences we seem to only do on vacation. Well, you can bring Hawaiʻi to your kitchen table—or wherever you eat breakfast, we don’t judge!—with these island-inspired pancake mixes. So easy—you just add milk or water, and your vacation breakfast is ready
Spring Break is here—and if you’re traveling with the whole family to Hawaiʻi, you’re in luck. There’s a lot to do, from snorkeling in aquamarine waters to stargazing at night. Even your moodiest teenager can find something to smile about. Here’s a list of activities for your entire ʻohana to enjoy this month. 1. Go
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
Most visitors to Oʻahu end up staying in Waikīkī—and for good reason. The beachside neighborhood offers a wide variety of accommodations—from high-end oceanfront resorts to cozy boutique hotels to cheap hostels—and tons of things to do. But if you’re looking to ditch the crowds—and you should!—get in a car (or hop on the city bus)
Oʻahu is more than the bustling streets of Waikīkī. Venture about an hour away to explore the North Shore and you’ll discover a legendary strip of beaches that attracts the world’s best surfers. Premier competitions are held here every winter, drawn by its large swells. The place is often referred to as the mecca of
You’re on vacation in Hawaiʻi. The least you can do is get the family and friends you’ve left behind something from the Islands. Here are the best places to get souvenirs on Oʻahu, as voted by our readers. So you know these shops are legit. 1. Hilo Hattie View this post on Instagram
You’re in Hawai‘i! Who wants to stay indoors? Definitely not your kids. So here are six outdoorsy, sunshiney things you can do with your keiki on your next vacation to the Islands. Best part? Some of these are free! 1. Snorkel at Shark’s Cove, O‘ahu This North Shore spot transforms into a snorkeling oasis in the summer, when the ocean
Wine, sure. Food, of course. But I never aspired to be a hand sanitizer connoisseur; that is until the past few months when those little bottles became an essential item. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says to be effective, formulas must be at least 60% alcohol, often identified as ethanol or ethyl alcohol
What better way than a farm tour to learn about Hawaiʻi’s rich agriculture history—and sample some of the freshest fruits around? Based on our 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards, these five farms offer the best tours. 1. Dole Plantation Photo: Getty Images Established in 1850, Kualoa Ranch sprawls across 4,000 acres on Oʻahu’s Windward Side and
(Editor’s Note: As of March 2020, some of these businesses may have closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.) Turn north on Route 99 in Pearl City, and the road ahead will feel like a beckoning finger. With your windows down and the bright sun blazing, it can be easy to follow that siren’s call and
