Waikiki magazine

I’m the type of girl who wants to live life with fireworks and my own soundtrack to life. Unfortunately unless you have $10,000 dollars to blow (literally), fireworks are a rare occasion. Except in Waikiki, of course. Who says you… More >

Waikiki Scoop: Neighborhood news and hot picks When I think of Hawai‘i, an image of the sunset and a vast sandy beach pops into mind. In the background of that thought is the strumming of an ‘ukulele playing “Somewhere Over… More >

Traveling with kids in Waikiki? Learn about family-friendly activities and get some tips from a local mom. Sometimes traveling with kids can be daunting. The long waits for transportation, endless packing, lost stuffed animals and of course the unforeseen potty… More >

Visitor tips from someone in the know! Born and raised in Honolulu, I grew up in Waikiki. From long-board and tandem surfing at Queen’s break as a keiki (child) to dining at oceanfront restaurants as an adult, there is so… More >

P.F. Chang’s Stirs Up Tantalizing, Family-Style Fare With more than 150 restaurants around the world, P.F. Chang’s has literally become a household name. So when the purveyor of Chinese-American bistro-style cuisine opened its Waikiki location, it was destined for success…. More >

Japan’s favorite dish has found a home in the Islands. We all did the instant ramen “diet” in college to save money and time—but the art of real, exquisite ramen, which hails from Japan, is proliferating here in Waikiki. These… More >

From tropical and fruity to rich and decadent, Waikiki has a selection of cocktail concoctions that will tantalize your taste buds in venues that boast views of the sunset, ocean or offer an intimate ambiance. Purple Pleasure Doraku Sushi 2233… More >

Want to re-create that beach bungalow feeling in your abode? From vintage wall hangings to tropical serving dishes, transporting the quintessential Hawaiian style home with you is easy, with a little help from our experts. Photos: Lacy Matsumoto