Adventure Hawaiʻi Island’s Sacred History of Surfing and the Athletes Who Surf its Volcanic Shores Though the Big Island lacks the world-class waves of Oʻahu's Pipeline, it has a unique history. by Kirk Lee Aeder
Island Dispatch Remember the Naha Stone King Kamehameha the Great, who conquered the Hawaiian Islands, was believed to have overturned this famous rock. by Spencer Kealamakia
Arts + Culture A Journey to King Kamehameha’s Birthplace on the Big Island These historic sites tell the story of a legendary king. by Christine Hitt
Arts + Culture Bake Portuguese Sweet Bread in a Stone Forno at the Kona Historical Society In this Kona tradition, young and old gather to bake Portuguese sweet bread and take a bite out of this delectable part of the Big Island’s multicultural history. by Matthew Dekneef
Activities Yoga on the Kona Coffee Living History Farm Discover a different way of greeting the sun each Friday morning on Hawaii Island. by Tracy Chan
Adventure Backpacking the Muliwai Trail to Waimanu Valley on Hawaii Island The trail is the only accessible route to this verdant valley. by Meghan Miner Murray
Adventure Two New All-Day Hiking Tours Approach Edge of Current Kilauea Lava Flow Here’s what you need to know about KapohoKine and Hawaii Forest & Trails new tour offerings. by Meghan Miner Murray
Adventure An Off-the-Grid Airbnb Cabin Experience in a Hawaii Jungle An off-the-grid weekend in the outskirts of Pahoa makes a quiet case for not just going, but staying a few nights off the beaten path. by Christine Hitt
Environment Bird Watching on Hawaii Island’s Kipukapuaulu Trail Perfect for bird and plant lovers. by Meghan Miner
Adventure Three Days in Waimanu Valley on Hawaiʻi Island Peek into this remote valley along the rugged Hāmākua Coast. by Derek Paiva
Culture Forest for the Trees: Planting Your Own Koa Tree on Hawaii Island Hawaiian Legacy Hardwoods on the Big Island is working to restore the native koa forests of Mauna Kea. by Catherine Toth Fox
First-Time 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