The smell of fresh cut flowers fills the air as jubilant ʻukulele melodies provide the soundtrack for a tropical evening. Kālua pork and fresh poi are loaded onto plates and accompanied by sweet mai tais. After a feast of Island cuisine, the heart pounding thunder of drums begins, and an exciting show unfolds for a […]
On episode 88 of the “Have Aloha Will Travel” podcast, co-hosts Catherine Toth Fox and Grace Maeda welcome HAWAIʻI Magazine’s editorial intern, Mia Anzalone. Like Cat, Mia was born and raised on Oʻahu, so we decided to test the two on all things Hawaiʻi. Do you have what it takes to beat these two
While it is indeed warm all year in Hawaiʻi, there’s something special about summer in the Islands. Long days, south shore swells, eating copious amounts of shave ice and dancing at obon festivals—all things we look forward to. READ MORE: 12 Reasons Why Summer Is the Best Time to Travel to Hawaiʻi Co-hosts of the
Hawaiʻi is the land of beautiful pua (flowers). From the coastlines to the fiery crater of Kīlauea, rare and stunning flowers can be found growing across the Islands. These flowers have been important symbols in Hawaiian culture. Stories of the Hawaiian gods are often connected to many flowers, while some varieties were once used for
What makes Hawaiʻi extraordinary is that every island in the archipelago is distinct. From black-sand beaches and volcanic topography to the local pidgin phrases and regional cuisine, each island is unique. As for which island is the best? It’s fiercely debated. Every year we ask our readers, and the results change from year to year.
Since the first event in 1964, the Merrie Monarch Festival has been a vibrant celebration of hula and Hawaiian culture. Excitement builds during a week of festivities, including parades, performances and Hawaiian art fairs, and reaches its peak during three nights of hula competitions. It’s when the quiet town of Hilo on Hawaiʻi Island, where
This story originally appeared in our sister publication, HONOLULU Magazine. The mai tai. Some say: Why? Others say: Why not? At my wedding, I was one of the latter. Little did we know, my brand-new bride and I, that the bartender at The Willows in Honolulu was intent on sending us off on our
With walkable, wide-open spaces plus nearby shops and restaurants, Koa Ridge is the true embodiment of “surban.” “It’s basically a suburban area with an urban feel,” explains Laura Kodama, Castle & Cooke’s director of planning and development. “It’s where you can enjoy the beauty of a suburban community along with the conveniences of retail services that are just a walk away
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
Sometimes you can’t decide where you want to go for dinner. That’s when a collaborative dining experience—a restaurant featuring items from various restaurants—could come in handy. Upstairs Waikīkī is exactly that. Its menu combines speciality items from two standout Japanese restaurants in Honolulu—Sushi Sho and Hachibei—with its own signature dishes. The restaurant opened on Oct.
A lesser-known gem of the Hawaiian Islands, Hilo is situated around a crescent-shaped bay studded with charming shops, galleries and restaurants, and acts as a gateway to the wild side of Hawai‘i Island (also known as the Big Island). Follow our must-do itinerary for a taste of authentic culture, local eats and active pursuits and
Cultural classes and Hawaiian entertainment returns to the Royal Hawaiian Center. Since the center opened its doors on Kalakāau Avenue in 1980, it has welcomed both locals and visitors and aimed to provide the best shopping and dining experiences and cultural lessons. Step into The Royal Grove to discover the legacy of Helumoa, Waikīkī’s historic
