Oʻahu

For the first time in its history, Oahu’s premier big-wave surfing contest has invited four women into its main lineup.

Lining the piers and airfields, family and friends greet their loved ones with lei, young children, wide smiles, and arms ready to embrace.

There are all sorts of intriguing wrecks off Hawaii, from the remnants of a replica whaling ship to a Vought F4U Corsair.

Oahu-based tour guide Forest Bathing Hawaii offers a version of the Japanese ritual that can help calm and rejuvenate you.

After closing indefinitely in February due to rock slide damage, the panoramic lookout is now accepting visitors.

And just in time for Halloween.

From Pipeline to Waimea Bay, Oahu's North Shore holds some of the biggest surf competitions in the world.

After a full year of renovations, the Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani is open for business, and its new infinity pool is well worth the wait.

Honolulu-based Tea Chest Hawaiʻi debuts one of the rarest teas on the market, crafted by Maui Tea Farm.

The road to the North Shore is dotted with hidden gems that serve croissants, malasadas and farm-grown acai bowls.

All the reasons we love Kailua right now.

These events—three on Oahu, one on Maui—feature food, hayrides, pumpkins and tons of photo ops for your Instagram feed.