Hawaii’s Backyard: Animals help reduce stress at Maui Goat Yoga

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• March 8, 2020

Animal interaction is just one of the stress-reducing perks offered at Maui Goat Yoga. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: Art Maui exhibit showcases creative courage of local artists

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• March 1, 2020

Art Maui 2020 marks the event’s 42nd year. It is sponsored in part by the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in ­Kahului, where it has been mounted for the past 26 years. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: Big Isle rappelling tour comes packed with thrills, beauty

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Feb. 23, 2020

An activity that literally takes you over the edge, the Umauma Experience’s Waterfall Rappel and River Tours are a must for visitors with a penchant for adventure. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: Kauai festival celebrates magical sound of steel guitar

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Feb. 16, 2020

Now in its fifth year, the Kauai festival will offer workshops, jam sessions, an exhibit of vintage steel guitars dating back to the 1930s and a demonstration area where attendees can try playing the instrument. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: Royal artifacts at Iolani Palace help illustrate a rich Hawaiian history

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Feb. 9, 2020

Here are the stories behind some of the artifacts and furnishings currently on view. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: Annual event on Maui features whale watches, hands-on activities

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Feb. 2, 2020

The Family Day Whale Watch on the Presidents’ Day holiday, Feb. 17, will feature several kid-friendly education stations. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: Zip through Maui history on electric bikes

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Jan. 19, 2020

Pedal if you want, let the bike do the work if you don’t or get help from the motor when you need it. Whatever you decide, you’ll have a great time cruising through the past on Kimo’s Historic Lahaina Electric Bike Tour. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: A retirement project evolves into sprawling garden for all to enjoy on Kauai

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Jan. 12, 2020

After four decades of nuturing, Na ‘Aina Kai has evolved to become a spectacular retreat. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: Host of talks, hikes mark Volcano Awareness Month

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Jan. 5, 2020

Change had been afoot atop Kilauea Volcano for several weeks in spring 2018. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: Big Island photo exhibit chronicles voyage to Mokumanamana

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Dec. 29, 2019

Hawaii’s Backyard: Maui creamery a dream come true

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Dec. 22, 2019

Maui’s Haleakala Creamery produces “goatlato,” cheeses and caramel sauces. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: Waikiki Trolley’s new route highlights popular eateries

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Dec. 15, 2019

The Waikiki Trolley’s Honolulu Dining Express (Yellow Line), launched in August in partnership with International Market Place, makes it easy for foodies to savor a memorable taste of Hawaii. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: Mele Kalikimaka Marketplace will get you in the holiday spirit

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Dec. 8, 2019

The upcoming Mele Kalikimaka Marketplace on Oahu will get you in the holiday spirit. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: Enjoy golf course views, without carrying clubs

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Dec. 1, 2019

From mauka to makai, golf courses occupy some of Hawaii’s most scenic real estate. Not into the game? Not a problem. Here’s how you can enjoy the views without picking up a club. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: WWII bunker in Kailua features tunnel tours, rummage sale

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Nov. 24, 2019

A WWII bunker in Kailua offers tunnel tours and sales to benefit an animal sanctuary. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: Cultural hike on Molokai teaches Hawaiian history

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Nov. 17, 2019

A guide walks in his father’s footsteps, teaching culture at Molokai’s Halawa Valley. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: Kula Harvest Festival on Maui offers homegrown fun

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Nov. 10, 2019

Festival to benefit Kula enrichment programs is country-style fun. Read more

Hawaii’s Backyard: Pa‘i Foundation’s I Le‘a Ka Hula celebrates the culture and tradition of hula

• By Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi, Special to the Star-Advertiser
• Nov. 3, 2019

The nonprofit Pa‘i Foundation is “to preserve and perpetuate ­Hawaiian cultural values and traditions for future generations.” Read more