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Konane Opener

Learn the Hawaiian Strategy Game Kōnane on Kauaʻi

This Kaua‘i cultural practitioner says the game, sometimes called Hawaiian checkers, teaches people critical thinking and how to manage resources.

Noelle Fujii-Oride,

Mah Opener

Hear from the Misses We Miss from Past Merrie Monarch Festivals

Insights and inspiration from former five Miss Aloha Hulas.

Jade Snow,

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Meet This Hilo Fashion Designer, Mompreneur and Longtime Merrie Monarch Supporter

Simply Sisters fashion designer Regina “Lola” Miller shares her passion for aloha wear with pieces inspired by her love for family, hula and Hilo

Jade Snow,

How to Watch the Virtual 2021 Merrie Monarch Festival

What you need to know to watch the prestigious hula competition in Hilo from home.

Lauren Okinaka,

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Podcast Show Notes: Have Aloha Will Travel EP60

Kevin talks story with award-winning Hawaiian singer-songwriter Paula Fuga about her upcoming album, “Rain on Sunday,“ in this episode of the “Have Aloha Will Travel” podcast.

Kevin Allen,

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See How Kaua‘i Artists Turned Marine Debris into Art

The third annual “Washed Up” art show will be on display through July 2.

Noelle Fujii-Oride,

Waikiki Beach And Diamond Head Crater Including The Hotels And Buildings In Waikiki, Honolulu, Oahu Island, Hawaii. Waikiki Beach In The Center Of Honolulu Has The Largest Number Of Visitors In Hawaii

12 Reasons Why Summer Is the Best Time to Travel to Hawaiʻi

Long days, summer weather and mangoes are just a few reasons why summer is the best season to come to Hawaiʻi.

Kevin Allen,

Hanapepeart Opener

How the Popular Hanapēpē Art Night on Kauaʻi Pivoted During the Pandemic

The street fair is not back just yet, but some businesses are staying open late Friday nights.

Noelle Fujii-Oride,

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POW! WOW! Celebrates 10 Years at the Bishop Museum

POW! WOW! The First Decade: From Hawaiʻi to the World Presented by Hawaiian Airlines brings Queen Street and Kakaʻako to Bishop Museum in a one-of-a-kind art exhibit.

Kevin Allen,

Beyond Van Gogh Miami At Ice Palace Studios

Blockbuster “Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” is Coming to Honolulu

Register now to get first access to tickets before they go on sale to the general public.

HAWAII Magazine Staff,

Frangipani, Plumeria Flower

Everything You Need To Know About Plumeria in Hawaiʻi

Spoiler alert: It’s not native to the Islands.

Catherine Toth Fox,

Blazing Blooms Of Ohia Flowers

5 Things You Need to Know About the ʻŌhiʻa Lehua Tree

Native to Hawaiʻi, the ʻōhiʻa lehua tree and flower has become deeply ingrained in the Islands’ culture, designs and stories.

Kevin Allen,

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The 5 Best National Parks in Hawaiʻi in 2021

There’s no better way to celebrate National Park Week than at these five national parks, voted as the best in our 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards.

Catherine Toth Fox,

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Hawaiʻi Looks to Reclaim Title of World's Longest Lei this Lei Day

This May Day, May 1, the Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreations needs your help to virtually break India's 3.11-mile lei world record.

Kevin Allen,

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Tales from Oʻahu's Community Gardens

Plants—and community—grow in Oʻahu’s community gardens.

Kevin Allen,