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How 11 Surf Breaks on Oʻahu Got Their Names

*This story was originally published on May 19, 2020.   Every surf break on Oʻahu, even the ones that only emerge during historic swells, has a name. And these backstories can be intriguing, clever—or downright hilarious. Here are some of…

Mālama: Cultural Connections at Loko Ea

It’s 9 a.m. in Hale‘iwa on O‘ahu’s North Shore and surfers, paddlers and visitors are already hitting the beach and surf shops. But there’s another side to the world’s surfing capital: Tucked back from the main road, behind eateries and…

HAWAIʻI Magazine’s 2025 SPRING/SUMMER Issue is Here!

HAWAIʻI Magazine’s most anticipated issue, our annual Readers’ choice Awards, is out now!   In these pages, you’ll find our list of the best towns, beaches, hotels, restaurants and more throughout Hawaiʻi.  From great beginner surf spots on Oʻahu and…

How to Watch the 62nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival

Referred to as the Olympics of hula, the Merrie Monarch Festival is one of the biggest events in Hawaiʻi. The 62nd annual Merrie Monarch Festival kicks off this week in Hilo, Hawaiʻi Island, which features three consecutive days of competition:…