Keiki dancers shine at annual hula festival
The annual Queen Lili‘uokalani hula festival is back in town. Read more
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8 great things to do on Kauai … for free
Have a lot of time but not a lot of cash? Here are options that won’t dent your wallet if you’re visiting the Garden Isle. Read more
Summer Festival celebrates Moiliili’s history and community spirit
The story behind the Moiliili Summer Fest is somewhat convoluted, but, like many great things, it began with a vision. Read more
Expect mango mania at city’s celebration
Like many kamaaina, Misty Kelai gets nostalgic come summer — mango season in Hawaii. Read more
Touring historic Kailua-Kona on Segway
In Kailua-Kona on Hawaii island, visitors are enjoying the benefits of navigating tour sites via Segway. Read more
World Oceans Day celebrates man’s connection to the sea
One of the highlights will be the world premiere of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Moana” in the Hawaiian language. Read more
Yoga with a twist and no mat needed
If yoga is part of your regimen even when you’re on vacation, consider these out-of-the-box options — no mat needed. Read more
Fond memories inspire tours that share love of food, camaraderie
Knowing that food is top of mind for many travelers, Isaac Bancaco has designed several innovative culinary programs at Andaz Maui, all of which are open to the public. Read more
Honokaa town hosts 9 days of paniolo-style fun
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Sea Life Park’s new luau celebrates Polynesians’ connection to the sea
Ka moana, “the ocean,” is the inspiration for the show that Malu Productions created for Sea Life Park’s Ka Moana Luau. Read more
Street party celebrates the charm and spirit of Kailua
For 26 years, the “I Love Kailua” Town Party has raised funds for beautification efforts spearheaded by the Lani-Kailua Branch of the Outdoor Circle. Read more
Walking tour spotlights Kakaako’s past and future
In observance of Architecture Month in April, the Honolulu chapter of the American Institute of Architects is offering a walking tour of Kakaako led by its member architects. Read more
Festival celebrates taro and Hana’s community spirit
The East Maui Taro Festival returns this month. Visitors to the festival can eat taro burgers, taro seafood chowder and squid and taro luau; and pound poi; make kapa (tapa); play konane (checkers) or weave a lau hala bracelet. Read more
Taste haggis, throw a caber, play a bagpipe at Scottish Festival
Competitions that are the ultimate tests of brawn and athleticism are among the highlights of an annual celebration of Scottish history and culture held in Honolulu by the Hawaiian Scottish Association since 1982. Read more
Museum spotlights the HFD’s 167-year history
It all began with two men who were fired up about history. Read more
Celebrating the work, goals of ancestors in Kapalua
‘MA KA Hana Ka Ike: In Work There Is Knowledge” is the theme for the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua’s 26th annual Celebration of the Arts. Read more
Kauai offers chocolate making classes
Hawaii is the only state with the right climate to grow cacao, and while cultivation is increasing, it’s still a young industry. Read more
Festival honors legacy of Prince Jonah Kuhio
Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana‘ole, whose birthday, March 26, is celebrated as a state holiday. Read more
The story behind the Maui Arts & Cultural Center
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center is the venue for plays, concerts, musicals, dance performances, fashion shows, culinary festivals, movie screenings, art classes and exhibits, Hawaiian cultural discussions and much more. Read more
Volcano Art Center preserves, nurtures hula traditions
Desiree Cruz has been coordinating this presentation of the ancient style of hula for five years, and it always fills her with a sense of pride and awe. Read more
Vietnamese community welcomes all to New Year’s celebration
Phen Bob Pham never would have imagined life as a successful businessman and co-organizer of Honolulu’s Vietnamese Festival when he left his home in Ca Mau, South Vietnam, in 1978. Read more
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