Caught in the Act
Imagine Elvis, Elton John, Lady Gaga and Michael Jackson—all on one stage! It’s a lineup made in music heaven. At Legends in Concert Waikiki, every music lover’s fantasy becomes reality—you even get two Elvises! The Rock-A-Hula tribute to The King… More >
Gentle Giants
Now is the season to see humpbacks in Hawai‘i. The majesty and grace of the humpback whale as it travels through Hawaiian waters is a sight to behold. For many, the arrival of the humpback whale (they travel to the… More >
Aloha Airmail
The spirit of the islands is embodied on a postage stamp. Those keen on sticking to the time-honored tradition of mailing loved ones a postcard from their favorite destinations will get an added bit of aloha this year. Look closely:… More >
Sounds from the Mountain: Olomana
The people, place and culture are the “magic” formula for what makes Hawai‘i so special and memorable. And no one understands this “sense of place” better than longtime local musician Jerry Santos. Right now, he’s up on stage sharing his… More >
What SUP! Surf Standing Up!
One of the best workouts this spring requires you get into a bikini or surf-shorts ASAP. It’s called stand up paddle (SUP) surfing, and you’ll be hooked after your first try. SUP surfing began on the shores of Waikiki during… More >
Fashion That Defines the Islands
One of the most visible symbols of Hawai‘i’s aloha spirit can be seen in contemporary Hawaiian fashion known as aloha wear. Its roots can be traced back to 1820 when New England missionaries arrived in Hawai‘i. Missionary women adapted the… More >
Gear Up!
SUP surfing began on the shores of Waikiki during the 1950s as a hybrid novelty of outrigger canoe paddling and surfing. Here are great places to get your feet wet in Waikiki. Go Bananas Watersports This company’s been one of… More >
Modern A-Muse-Ment
Centrally located in the heart of Waikiki on Kuhio Avenue, this quaint boutique offers a variety of Bohemian-inspired dresses and accessories. Looking for a floppy, wide-brimmed hat to spend the day at the beach? This shop also has a wide… More >
Tee Time
Whether it’s a souvenir for yourself or someone else, T-shirts are a great fit. They’re practical, easy to pack, and with such a wide variety of designs, you’re sure to find one for every character in your life. Photos: Leah… More >
April/May 2012 Gallery
Cover Photo Shoot Photography: Leah Friel Stylist: Yu Shing Ting Model: Angela Byrd Makeup: Kecia Littmann of www.keciabella.com Hair: Ashlee Valeros Shot on location at the Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort Waikiki. Street Style: Seeing Stripes at a Kuhio… More >