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Catching the Ferry from Maui to Lānaʻi

Visiting Lānaʻi from Maui is just a short ferry ride away. Expeditions, the Lānaʻi-to-Maui ferry company, has served the islands for more than 30 years and offers three daily round trips.

Hāna's Paniolo Bar Pays Tribute to Hawaiʻi's Cowboy Past

Most people who drive the Road to Hāna spend less than two hours in the quaint East Maui town. A new speakeasy at Hāna-Maui Resort might inspire some to stay past sundown.

Hawai‘i’s Famous Black Sand Beach is Thrown into Tumult in the Wake of Failed Lease Negotiations

The County of Hawaiʻi's lease for Punalu'u Beach ended in August 2026. What does that mean for visitors?

Kaua‘i, Just Don’t Go — For Now

In the wake of Hurricane Lowell, visitors wonder if it is OK to visit Kauaʻi.

5 Best Happy Hours in Honolulu

Whether it’s catching up with friends, unwinding with coworkers for pau hana or going on a date, these are my top picks for the best happy hours in Honolulu.

Where to Stay in Waikīkī: Ka Laʻi Review

A review of Ka Laʻi Waikīkī Beach, which opened in 2024. It's perfect for visitors on business, couples and solo travelers. Tucked away from the busy strip, this luxury hotel has one of the best locations in Waikīkī.

Learn to Surf on Oʻahu's Famous North Shore with a Local Pro

At North Shore Oahu Surf School, students catch their first waves with local professionals.

Where to Stay in Waikīkī: Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

At this family-friendly resort, you have an 80% chance of scoring an ocean-facing room with the best view of Waikīkī Beach and Diamond Head on the strip.

At Common Ground Kauaʻi, Dinner Starts in the Field

On Kauaʻi's North Shore, a 60-acre regenerative farm invites visitors to tour the agroforest, mix cocktails and sit down to a four-course dinner made almost entirely from what was harvested that morning.

Hiking ʻAiea Loop Trail

A shaded 4.8-mile loop, with preserved cultural sites and city views in Central Oʻahu.

Where to Stay in Līhuʻe: Outrigger Kaua‘i Beach Resort and Spa

The resort's renovations were revealed June 22, along with the grand opening of Ocean House by Roy Yamaguchi. This completes phase one of a multi-phase remodel Outrigger began after acquiring the 40-year-old Līhuʻe property in August 2023.

At Outrigger Resorts, Flowers Replace Fireworks on July 4

In a peaceful gesture, Outrigger Resorts on Kauaʻi, Maui and Hawaiʻi Island forgo traditional Fourth of July festivities out of respect for Native Hawaiians.

Inside the Hawaiʻi Kuauli Pacific & Asia Cultural Festival: Three Days of Culture, Fire and Food in Kona

Held every June at Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel, the 3-day festival celebrates traditional dance, music, food and fashion from Asia and the Pacific Islands.

Where to Stay in Kailua-Kona: King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel Review

Best for anyone looking for action and excitement in Kona that's also affordable. Come to celebrate a birthday or a bachelorette party. Come for an event. Bring the kids!

Hiking Koko Crater Stairs

What you should know before hiking Koko Crater on Oʻahu.

Mākena Beach, Maui

Discover Maui's wildest stretch of coast.

Best Maui Restaurants - Editor's Picks

Maui's farm-to-table dining scene often rivals Oʻahu. Here are my current top 10 restaurants on Maui.

Welcome to the World: Where You Can Have Anything You Want, For a Price

About every two to five years, the largest private yacht on the planet stops at Honolulu Harbor. For its more than 150 residents, it’s a hopping off point, a short visit or the start of a new journey. Unless you work or live on the ship, you’ll never experience what I am about to share with you.

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Catching the Ferry from Maui to Lānaʻi

Hāna's Paniolo Bar Pays Tribute to Hawaiʻi's Cowboy Past

Hawai‘i’s Famous Black Sand Beach is Thrown into Tumult in the Wake of Failed Lease Negotiations

Kaua‘i, Just Don’t Go — For Now

5 Best Happy Hours in Honolulu

Where to Stay in Waikīkī: Ka Laʻi Review

Learn to Surf on Oʻahu's Famous North Shore with a Local Pro

Where to Stay in Waikīkī: Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

At Common Ground Kauaʻi, Dinner Starts in the Field

Hiking ʻAiea Loop Trail

Where to Stay in Līhuʻe: Outrigger Kaua‘i Beach Resort and Spa

At Outrigger Resorts, Flowers Replace Fireworks on July 4

Inside the Hawaiʻi Kuauli Pacific & Asia Cultural Festival: Three Days of Culture, Fire and Food in Kona

Where to Stay in Kailua-Kona: King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel Review

Hiking Koko Crater Stairs

Mākena Beach, Maui

Best Maui Restaurants - Editor's Picks

Welcome to the World: Where You Can Have Anything You Want, For a Price

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