Culture The Fascinating History of Hawaiʻi’s Rainbow of Cultures Laborers from all over the world moved to the Islands to work on the sugar plantations, and stayed to make Hawaiʻi what it is today. by Catherine Toth Fox
Arts + Culture For Movie Buffs, These 5 Spots on Kauaʻi Will Look Familiar The Garden Isle has been the backdrop for numerous blockbuster films over the years. by Allison Frascatore
Arts + Culture A Case for Incorporating More Hawaiian Culture Into Your Hawaiʻi Vacation Hotels across the Islands are enhancing their educational programs, giving guests clearer insights into Hawaiian history and traditions. by Sarah Burchard
Best of Blog The Best Plate Lunch Spots on Kauaʻi in 2025 These local restaurants on the Garden Isle serve some of Hawaiʻi’s best mixed plates. Just be sure to come hungry! by HAWAII Magazine Staff
Oʻahu Cool Honolulu Hotel Bars Even Locals Love From Waikīkī to Downtown, these ultra-hip lounges lure travelers and locals alike. by Grace Maeda
Best of Blog The Best Farm Tours on Maui in 2025 These award-winning tours on the Valley Isle combine flavor, education and aloha while offering up some fascinating insights on local farms. by Ashley Probst
From Our Magazine Monumental Mochi: A Morning at Hilo’s Famous Two Ladies Kitchen This little shop is a must-stop for Hilo residents and visitors buying Hawaiʻi Island omiyage. by Catherine Toth Fox
Hawai‘i Island This Award-Winning Family-Run Farm Is a Sweet Stop on the Hāmākua Coast Take a tour of Mauna Kea Cacao on Hawaiʻi Island to learn how the crop that begets chocolate is cultivated. by Grace Maeda
Arts + Culture The Search for the Mysterious and Beloved Manapua Man The manapua man holds a special place in the hearts, and stomachs, of local residents. by Kevin Allen
Oʻahu The 48th Annual Prince Lot Hula Festival is the Largest Non-Competitive Hula Event in Hawaiʻi—and It’s This Weekend Here’s what you need to know about the 2-day event taking place in Honolulu, Oʻahu by HAWAII Magazine Staff
Culture 7 Fun Facts About the Nēnē, or Hawaiian Goose There’s more to Hawaiʻi’s state bird than its endangered status. by Tracy Chan
Best of Blog The Best Luxury Resorts on Oʻahu in 2025 From expansive resorts to iconic hotels in Waikīkī, here are the best luxury resorts on Oʻahu, according to HAWAIʻI Magazine readers. by M. Kruse