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The Fascinating Origins Behind 7 Famous Hawaiian Place Names
What they mean and what they tell us about a place's history and culture.
Lehua Island: The Stunning Snorkeling Spot You Never Knew About
Holo Holo Charters’ spectacular boat tour to the Napali Coastline, Niihau and Lehua Island is an unforgettable Hawaii adventure.
7 Must-Visit Waianapanapa State Park Sites
The black-sand beach at Waianapanapa State Park is mesmerizing, but don’t let it distract you completely from the many other aspects of the park.
Why Limahuli Garden and Preserve is a Must-Visit for More Than Just Plant Lovers
Step back centuries into a natural Hawaiian wilderness as its native people would have experienced it.
19 Hawaii Instagram Accounts To Follow Before Visiting the Islands
Because you can never have too many waves and palm trees in your scroll.
Kapaʻa: A Guide to Kauaʻi's Most Charming Town
The historic beachside community of Old Kapaa Town on Kauai’s southeast shore sits in a wistful, sweet spot between the old and new.
Wahiawa: A Guide to Central Oahu's Overlooked Town
Take it slow and you'll find plenty of interesting shops, eateries and sights to see.
Maui's Turtle Town is the Island's Best-Kept Snorkeling Secret
If you ask someone where Turtle Town is on Maui, it’s likely you could get two, maybe three different answers.
24 Must-Stop Sights Along Kauaʻi's Historic Holo Holo Koloa Scenic Byway
Itʻs a gateway to adventure and an interactive storybook of the people and places that define the tiny town of Koloa.
The Views on Maui's Waiheʻe Ridge Trail are Worth the 1,500-Foot Ascent
This 2.5-mile hike on Maui's west side is considered to be one of the most scenic on the island.
A Guide to Oahu's Best Botanical Gardens
You came to the Islands for its stunning sandy beaches, but there are great botanical gardens, too.
The Essential Packing Checklist for your Road to Hāna Drive
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8 More Awesome Land Formations You Love in Hawaii, Explained
The stories behind the popular nicknames of natural landmarks across the Islands.
22 terrific Hawaii travel tips for first-time travelers
The best of HAWAI‘I Magazine readers’ travel advice that were important enough to fit on a postcard.
Black, Red, Green: Where to Find Hawaii's Phenomenal Colored Sand Beaches
As if our golden sand beaches weren’t enough, there are stretches of coastline across the Hawaiian Islands that sparkle in a magnificent variety of other colors.
Hawaii has 10 of the World's 14 Climate Zones: An Explorer's Guide to Each of Them
You can visit them all on Hawaii Island or find a few scattered throughout the Islands.
The Classic Hawaiian Restaurant that has a James Beard Award and a 'Bill Murray' Table
Here are all the reasons you should visit Helena's Hawaiian Food on Oʻahu.
The Only Aquarium in the United States Where You Can Pet a Seahorse is in Hawaiʻi
Ocean Rider Seahorse Farm is home to more than 20,000 seahorses.
7 Things to Know About What You Can Bring Into and Take Out of Hawaii
A few Hawaii Department of Agriculture guidelines the traveler should be aware of.
5 Great Okazuya Lunch Spots in Hilo
Not all that long ago, in a city far, far away (from Honolulu), there were many people who swore Hilo had the best okazuya in Hawaii.
Surviving Hawaii's Great Outdoors
From how to survive a shark or wild boar to utilizing native plants, these tips may just come in handy someday.
Crazy for Kulolo, Kauai's Dessert Staple
Nobody does the Hawaiian dessert made from mashed kalo (taro), coconut milk and sugar, better.
