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4 Oahu Surf Spots Perfect for Beginners
From Diamond Head to Chun’s Reef, there’s a spot on all sides of the island for beginners to get their feet wet.
Find Quietude at Honolulu's Mu-Ryang-Sa Korean Buddhist Temple
Tucked away in a Honolulu residential valley, the Mu-Ryang-Sa Korean Buddhist Temple is an oasis of quietude with a serene purpose.
Take a Walk Through Maui's Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge
Can you combine a human-friendly boardwalk with a wildlife refuge? On Maui, the answer is yes.
Where to Get Hawaii's Multicultural Mochi on Oahu
Hawaii loves its mochi, and nowhere is that more apparent than at these Oahu stores.
Maui Surfer Girls Knows How to Make Surfing Fun for Everyone
With small class sizes and experienced instructors, this Maui surf school will get you standing in no time.
Experience a Firsthand Account of Driving Maui's Road to Hana
A newcomer to Hana finds the road to be a relaxing drive.
The Hidden Taco Truck You Need to Find on the Road to Hana
Garden Café’s got your back when you’re feeling hangry on the Road to Hana.
North Shore's Famous Haleiwa Signs Have a Sad, Heartfelt and Complicated Story
The original three signs are gone and two of them have been replaced, but stopping to take a photo is a tradition that continues.
These Hawaiʻi Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurants are Local Favorites
Where to get ʻono grinds on Oʻahu, Maui, Kauaʻi and the Big Island.
Day Trip Through Kula, One of Upcountry Maui’s Best Towns
A laid-back, breezy and delicious day trip through this relaxing Maui town is worth the drive.
How to Visit Niihau, the Forbidden Island of Hawaii
Unless you’re invited by its owners, these tours are the only way.
Our 50 Favorite Hawaii Hotels
Before you check in, check out our editors' and writers' picks of their favorite places to stay across the Hawaiian Islands.
How to Spend a Day on Oahu's West Side
Chow down on some ono grinds, pursue inner peace, hike through a natural reserve and catch a sunset out in the wild, wild west (side).
5 Things About the Hawaiian Monk Seal You Need To Know
Just because you shouldn’t get close to them doesn’t mean you can’t get to know them.
10 Things You Can Only Do in the Summer in Hawaiʻi
Hawaiʻi and summer go together like cookies and milk.
Royal Hawaiian Hotel is a Historic Classic That Never Fades
The iconic pink walls invite you to step back in time to a more opulent Hawaii.
A 3-Day Oahu Itinerary for the First-Time Visitor
From historic monuments to a scenic road trip, there’s a lot to pack in on this energetic island.
Breathtaking Views Await Atop Kailua's Lanikai Pillbox Trail
The Kaiwa Ridge Trail, better known as the Pillbox trail, rewards hikers with a 360-degree view of Lanikai and the Windward Side.
Our Essential Kauai Playlist
We've got the perfect songs for your island adventures.
6 Great Hawaiʻi Road Trips
These itineraries are complete with must-see scenery, activities, places to eat and cool stops along the way.
What to Do When You Happen Upon a Hula Ceremony
There is a difference between performing hula for entertainment and engaging in hula as a sacred ritual.
A Day at Oahu's Kaneohe Sandbar
This must-see natural attraction offers snorkeling, turtle sightings and soothing views. You just have to get there.
