Beaches
Where To See Huge Winter Waves in Hawaiʻi
The biggest surf of the year hit Hawaiʻi’s shores in the winter.
Life’s a Beach in Hawaiʻi’s Favorite Beach Towns
From Hanalei to Hale‘iwa, you'll want to book mark these destinations because Hawai‘i’s oceanside towns offer more than just beautiful beaches.
This is the No. 1 Snorkeling Spot on Maui
Kāʻanapali Beach was named the best place for snorkeling on the Valley Isle in our 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards.
The 5 Best Beaches on Oʻahu in 2024
Here are the five of your favorite Oʻahu beaches, as voted on by our readers in our 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards.
Best Places to Catch the Sunrise—and Get Breakfast—on Oʻahu
Here are eight reasons to get up early on vacation.
The 5 Best Snorkeling Spots on Oʻahu in 2024
Here are some of the best places to dive in on Oʻahu, according to our readers.
Visit These Honolulu Beaches for a Quick Dip This Summer
Some of the best beaches for swimming and frolicking are on Oʻahu’s south shore.
5 Ways to Enjoy the Outdoors on Maui
The Valley Isle has some of the state’s best beaches, hiking trails and outdoor adventures.
The 5 Best Beaches on Kauaʻi in 2024
Here are the five most beloved beaches on Kaua‘i, as voted on by our readers in our 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards.
The 5 Best Maui Beaches in 2024
It’s hard to name the best beach on Maui where there are so many—but here are the ones that topped the list in our 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards.
The 5 Best Beaches in Hawaiʻi in 2024
Find out which beaches around the Islands HAWAIʻI Magazine readers love the most.
14 Things Unique to Kauaʻi
Every island has something special about it—and Kauaʻi is no exception.
Avoid the Crowds by Visiting These 11 Hawaiʻi Spots
Looking for a quieter vacation, check out these uncrowded locales in the Islands.
Why Hilo Should Be On Your Hawaiʻi Travel Bucket List
This sleepy town on the east side of Hawai‘i Island is often overlooked—and really shouldn’t be.
Have Aloha Will Travel 124: Our Hawaiʻi Beach Essentials
Planning a trip to the Islands—and need beach tips? We got you covered.