Arts + Culture
13 Terrifying Things that Give Hawaiʻi Locals Chicken Skin
From sketchy 7-11 visits at 2 a.m. to getting called uncle for the first time, these 13 things will freak you out.
Your Favorite Chocolate Macadamia Nut Candy Turns 95
Open a box of Hawaiian Host and cherish sweet memories.
Hawaiian History Lives On in this Maui Museum
Located at the base of ʻĪao Valley, Hale Hōʻikeʻike paints a vivid idea of what Hawaiian civilization once was in the minds of its visitors.
Surprise! 10 Activities You Didn’t Know You Could do in Hawaiʻi
Planning a trip to the Islands? These activities will get you thinking out of the box.
The Power of Plumeria Blossoms at this Oʻahu Lei Stand
The plumeria isn’t native to Hawai‘i—but it’s still iconic and prominent at the Kaimukī Lei Stand.
How the Legacy of Hawaiʻi’s Monarchy Lives On
The work of the royal families still influence the Islands.
Your Guide to the 2022 Aloha Festivals
Here’s your primer to the largest and longest-running cultural celebration as it returns to hosting in-person events.
How to Be a Mindful Traveler in Hawaiʻi
Visitors to Hawaiʻi are encouraged to travel with respect and to seek a deeper understanding of the culture.
In the Heart of Waikīkī Rock-A-Hula Puts a Unique Spin on the Lūʻau
From E Komo Mai Tais to an Elvis tribute artist, this show offers unforgettable dining and entertainment.
How to Ship Lei to the Mainland from Hawaiʻi
Shipping lei to the Mainland—from graduation lei to haku lei—is easy with these local companies.
Experience the Breath-Taking Floating Lantern Festival
The beautiful ceremony returns to Hawaiʻi Island to commemorate peace, hope and healing.
Your Lūʻau Cheat Sheet
What you need to know before attending your first lūʻau.
