Activities 11 of This Family’s Favorite Kid-Friendly Things To Do on Oʻahu From botanical gardens to indoor playgrounds, these activities promise fun for kids of all ages. by Catherine Toth Fox
Family What It’s Like Taking a Kaua‘i Humane Society Shelter Dog on a Day Trip Shelter Dogs on Field Trips is a popular program that pairs up visitors with eligible canines for outdoor adventures. by Pam Woolway
Adventure How to Road Trip from Kailua-Kona to Hilo Trust us, taking the long way to Hilo via Hawaii Belt Road and Mamalahoa Highway is worth the drive. by Kevin Allen
Arts + Culture Meet Santa’s Behind-the-Scenes Helpers in Hawaii These real-life elves help light up Honolulu Hale every year for the monthlong Honolulu City Lights. by Kevin Allen
Activities 5 Ways to Volunteer in Hawaii Here’s a quick guide to giving back in the Islands, whether it’s picking up plastic on a beach or restoring an ancient fishpond. by Christine Hitt
Family HAWAII Survival Guide: Ala Moana Center In this five-part series, we tell you everything you need to know about shopping and eating at Hawaii’s largest mall. by Catherine Toth Fox
Family What To Do on a Rainy Day in Hawaii Don’t despair: There are ways to enjoy the Islands, even on cloudy days. by Jackie Kojima
Family 10 Sweet Spots to Celebrate National Doughnut Day in Hawaii We won’t judge you. by Catherine Toth Fox
Activities 4 Can’t-Miss Pumpkin Patches in Hawaii You’ll Fall For These events—three on Oahu, one on Maui—feature food, hayrides, pumpkins and tons of photo ops for your Instagram feed. by Catherine Toth Fox
Activities Experience What It’s Like Paddling to Oahu’s Mokulua Islands You get more than a workout on this 5-hour kayak adventure to the Mokulua Islands. by Kevin Allen
Family Waikiki’s Freshest Shave Ice Shop is Worthy of Your Social Media Feed No, Lahaina Shave Ice isn’t on Maui—it’s actually right off of Waikiki’s main drag, and its shave ice looks as good as it tastes. by Kevin Allen
Family Waiahole Nursery & Garden Center is a Garden Lover’s Dream This Oahu gem shouldn’t be overlooked on your next East Side road trip. by Kevin Allen