Waikiki magazine

By Matthew Wells Benise takes his audiences around the world with his exotic sounds. Set in a fairy tale of lost love comes the story of Benise’s Nights of Fire. The music and dance of this elaborate stage production incorporate… More >

The ocean that surrounds our islands is filled with a rich aquatic life that you cannot find elsewhere in the world—and the same is true for the Waikiki Aquarium. Located on the shoreline of Kapi‘olani Park, the aquarium is one… More >

The dance of the Hawaiian Islands is on display throughout Waikiki. While the origins of hula are widely debated, it is agreed that the dance has been a part of life in the Hawaiian Islands since ancient times. Some popular… More >

They burst on the Hawai‘i music scene as mere teenagers with their instant hit, “Local Boys.” Na Leo has gone on to national and international success with tunes such as “I Miss You My Hawai‘i,” “Flying with Angels,” “Poetry Man,”… More >

From lei-stringing to hula hands, lessons around Waikiki abound. Immersing yourself in a place makes your time there more meaningful. It’s one thing to remember the songs of Hawai‘i playing through your hotel lobby, but what about learning how to… More >

By Brandi-Ann Uyemura Fort DeRussy Armed Forces Recreation Center makes for a military retreat and more. A hop and a skip away from some of the more saturated areas in Waikiki is a place offering history and R&R for little… More >

Located next to Kapi‘olani Park, the Honolulu Zoo is a little jungle escape in the midst of Waikiki’s resort environs. It was established in 1876 as part of King Kalakaua’s grant of royal lands to the people (the only such… More >

Sunset on the Beach has been a Waikiki staple since 2001, when former Honolulu Mayor Jeremy Harris instituted this weekend event to boost the local economy and increase community activities. Today, this event remains a popular weekend attraction in Waikiki…. More >

Queen Lili‘uokalani had a beach house and pier at what is now referred to as Queens Beach in Waikiki. Duke Kahanamoku made surfing here famous, spending the sunlit days “owning” the break that churned just 75 yards from shore—all of… More >

Get into the beachy, sand, surf and sun vibe with Donovan Frankenreiter‘s latest album, Start Livin‘. The Hawai‘i-based singer/guitarist/ songwriter’s nine-track selection of folk-infused songs provide an intimate feel, as if you were sitting in on a beachfront kanikapila. And,… More >