HAWAIʻI Magazine’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards are back, with our biggest category of the year—best island. It goes without saying that all of the Hawaiian Islands are pretty dang amazing, but the readers have spoken—by voting!—and the results are in. From Molokaʻi to Lānaʻi, Kauaʻi and Oʻahu, here are the best islands in Hawaiʻi according
On episode 98 of the “Have Aloha Will Travel” podcast, Cat, Kevin and Grace talk with Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park interpretation and education program manager Benjamin Hayes about Mauna Loa, which has been dominating headlines and social media feeds with its historic eruption. If you want to see the volcano’s fiery glow, this is the
Don’t get confused: Hawaiʻi Island is not where Honolulu is. (That’s Oʻahu.) But this is the island that’s home to an active volcano—Kīlauea—and the world’s tallest mountain (from base to peak)—Mauna Kea. It’s often referred to as the Big Island, and for good reason. Spanning 10,931 square miles, Hawaiʻi Island is nearly twice as big
Can’t decide on which island of Hawaiʻi to visit? Having pre-vacay headaches trying to decide between Maui, Kauaʻi, Oʻahu and the Big Island? Are you trying to find out which is the best Hawaiʻi island? Don’t fret, we’re here for you. From the glittering sands of Waikīkī on Oʻahu to the epic black sand beaches
Are you considering a trip to Hilo? The colorful town is known in the Islands as the birthplace of the iconic loco moco and famous around the world for being home to the Merrie Monarch Festival. It’s also a bucket-list destination for those planning to see the epic Kīlauea eruption. READ MORE: Best Loco
From epic outdoor adventures to classic Hawai‘i food, culture and experiences, the Big Island offers a vast and unique canvas for your next vacation. Here, you’ll find the winners from the Best of Hawai‘i Island section. Just click on the category to see the winners in each. Go back to the main Readers’ Choice menu or visit: Best of All
With the long-awaited arrival of spring comes the even longer-awaited Spring Break. It’s a brief respite to catch up on some R&R and to explore our favorite islands. Whether you’re a resident, first-time visitor or on your fifth vacation to Hawaiʻi, a quick day trip to a neighboring island can be a gateway to a
School’s out, and it’s time to get out in nature. Trade in midterms, homework and the weekly grind for a peaceful, mindful adventure in Hilo, a gateway to the wild side of Hawai‘i Island. Here’s our guide for mapping out spectacular natural wonders, cultural connections and active pursuits, plus all the must-dos to make the
Being on Hawai‘i Island is unique in its own way. The largest of its island brethren, Hawaiʻi Island—often referred to as the Big Island—has so much to see, thanks in large part to its massive and ever-growing size. And among the lava fields, tropical rainforests and volcanic foothills are a myriad of fun and unique
Hawai‘i has long had a reputation for top-notch hospitality, with great service, friendly smiles, attention to detail, and, of course, the spirit of aloha. Enter SCP Hilo Hotel, a newly renovated 128-room property, which steps up hospitality to the max by focusing not only on its guests, but on the community and even the planet.
Travel is back, and visitors are once again welcome to discover the Hawaiian Islands. As we enthusiastically make post-pandemic travel plans, we do so with mindfulness and a deeper gratitude toward the planet. How can we make a richer connection with the places we visit and the cultures we experience? How can we leave our
