Category: Hawaii Accommodations & Dining

Every now and then, Aloha Bruce talks about something on the Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast that sends us here on the blog down a rabbit hole of memories of growing up on Oahu. The Labor Day episode about must-try Hawaii foods for Hawaii vacationers did just that, and now we’re thinking about Hawaii “junk food”. […]

Tucked just off of Ala Moana Boulevard on Cooke Street in Kakaako on the way from Waikiki to Downtown, Honolulu Beerworks looks much more like a charming farmhouse than a warehouse. Its corrugated walls are painted a clean blue-jeans blue, trimmed with white. It opened in 2014 and has been a vital part of Kakaako’s […]

Duke’s Waikiki is one of Oahu’s most iconic attractions. It’s more than just an attraction, though, and it offers some of the most affordable and fresh seafood dining in all of Waikiki. Hawaii Aloha Travel enjoyed a dinner with out-of-town friends there recently, and we were reminded of what makes a special place for residents […]

Merriman’s Restaurant at Ward Villages in Kakaako is the latest iteration of visionary chef and restauranteur Peter Merriman’s commitment to locally sourced meats, seafood and produce. A recent Monday evening at the new restaurant during the holidays was quite busy, with a line at the door and every table and seat at the bar full. […]

The Kahala Hotel and Resort, just minutes outside of Waikiki on Oahu, is one of Hawaii’s premiere luxury properties. But at The Kahala, the hustle and bustle of the Aloha State’s epicenter of tourism seem a million miles away from the gently lapping shores and swaying palm trees of Kahala Beach. Opened in 1964 and […]

The Atlantis Majestic Dinner Cruise is wonderful way to spend an evening on the water in Waikiki. Enjoy great food and drinks while watching a stunning Hawaii sunset. Friday nights are particularly special, as the Majestic parks in the waters in front of the Hilton Hawaiian Village for a dazzling weekly fireworks show that lights […]

Have you been to a crack seed store in Honolulu? These shops offer great treats and a unique experience.  What is Crack Seed? Crack seed is a Hawaii snack with a taste that is, well, acquired. Generally speaking, it is a Chinese food item, imported with Chinese sugar plantation workers who arrived in Hawaii in […]

Jack’s Restaurant in Aina Haina is the kind of local establishment that you just kind of have to know about to find it. Tucked into a strip mall in East Honolulu, the humble and beloved diner is not exactly a visitor hotspot. But Jack’s is a favorite and well-known eatery among Oahu residents. Famous for […]

For Hawaii visitors looking for truly “local” food and drink, look no further than Tamura’s Fine Wine & Liquors. Certainly, Hawaii offers countless bars, diners, breweries, and boutique eateries to choose from on each island. In recent years Hawaii has seen an explosion of new establishments catering to all cultured tastes. Virtually all are worth […]

Sky Waikiki, Hawaii’s most refined rooftop restaurant, lounge, and nightclub has become a favorite destination for Honolulu’s young professionals. It now features the Aloha Life Cocktail Menu. Located on the roof of the Waikiki Business Plaza at the corner of Seaside and Kalakaua in the heart of Waikiki, Sky Waikiki has become the go-to spot […]

The other night, my sweet husband took me out for a special Valentine’s Day dinner at one of our favorite Waikiki Beach Restaurants. This took quite some planning, since it books up a whole year in advance of the holiday. The amazing night out reminded me how special a meal can be when it’s in […]

Have you noticed more and more people prefer to travel with their pets these days? It’s true — today’s pet-owners are less likely to leave their pets at home and more likely to bring the on vacation. After all, wouldn’t Fido love frolicking in paradise?! Well, hotels are taking notice, and many are changing their policies […]