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Kanemitsu Bakery is Back in Business

The Molokai bakery famous for “hot bread” has since cleaned up its act and is back at it again, selling fresh-baked breads to swarms of…

Hawaiian Storm Names

Hawaiian storm names represent a unique intersection of culture, science, and tradition. They’re a reminder of the importance of preserving language and heritage, even in the face of something as unpredictable and powerful as a hurricane.

Invasive Seaweed Taking Over Kaneohe Bay

It simply doesn’t get more beautiful than this. Kaneohe Bay is a pristine bay on the windward side of Oahu. Many people enjoy fishing and…

Spotting Fish at Lawai Bay

While this rock might not look like much, it actually has a very storied past not known by many. Pu‘u Kilo Ia sits on the…

Stroll Through Kauai’s Banana Patch Studio

Banana Patch Studio goes above and beyond any other art store I’ve been to. As an art gallery, shopping venue and creative working studio, the…

Dancing Manta Rays in Kona

Did you know that Kona is one of the best places in the world to see manta rays? The waters off of Outrigger Keauhou Bay…

Fishing at Waimea Bay

The ‘Opelu Run: A Celebrated Tradition at Waimea BayEvery year Waimea Bay on Oahu’s North Shore becomes a hotspot for anglers and families who cannot…

Cheap Eats at Kalapaki Joe’s

Are you considering eating at Kalapaki Joe’s on Kauai? We’ve got the scoop on this Hawaii sports bar, so read on to learn more. All…

Palaka in Paradise

Before there were aloha shirts, there was palaka. The plaid-print cloth from England had been sewn into work shirts for plantation laborers, quickly becoming synonymous…

Kakaako Kitchen Puts a Healthy Spin on Plate Lunches

The word “plate lunch” often brings on a negative connotation for the health-conscious consumer. That’s because a typical one is usually packed with high-caloric foods,…

Avoid the Crowds in Hawaii

The Hawaiian Islands are far from a secret; every year, millions of visitors call this place their “dream getaway.” And while you’re probably thinking, so…