Vacationing During the Rainy Season in Hawaii? Go Local!
Even if you’re vacationing during the rainy season in Hawaii, you’ll likely still be able to enjoy a good amount of sunshine. Still, a rainy…
Great news for Hawaii bird watching
Several endangered and at-risk native Hawaiian bird populations are rebounding thanks to the efforts of government agencies, nonprofits, rigorous scientific research, and volunteer efforts. Hawaii…
Oahu’s best farm-to-table at Merriman’s
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…
Oahu leads US, world in plastics ban pollution fight
Honolulu has joined leaders in the United States and around the world in the fight against pollution and climate change. A single-use plastics ban was…
Why winter in Hawaii is the best: waves, whales and weather
Hawaii is famous around the world for its perennial sunshine and warm weather. Even in winter, the weather is generally mild. But for those of…
Learn to Foil Surf in Hawaii
Foil surfing continues to grow in popularity around the world, spawning an offshoot of the surfing industry that is attracting more and more water sports…
Real Hawaii History at Royal Mausoleum
At the top of Nuuanu Avenue, about a mile and a half from the bustle of Downtown Honolulu, Oahu visitors can visit the Royal Mausoleum….
Learn to Live Aloha: “Kuleana Campaign” Videos
The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) and Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau (HVCB) have created a new video “Kuleana Campaign” to educate visitors about cultural norms…
Get Pampered in Paradise: The Kahala Hotel and Resort
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…
Neighbor Island Waterfall Rappelling
Hawaii is home to a relatively new adventure sport gaining popularity around the world: waterfall rappelling (known also as “canyoneering”). It seems crazy to surrender…
Kona’s Family Band (family-friendly)
On Hawaii Island, Kona’s Ronnie V & the Family Band offer visitors and residents a live music experience that transcends the Hawaii trope of strumming…