Advice from Hawai‘i Leaders: How to Teach Your Kids Leadership Skills for Life
Even if your child doesn't want to be a CEO, grit, a broader perspective and communication skills can help them on whatever path lies ahead.
Author: Victoria Wiseman
Hawaii's Most Endangered Historic Places
The Historic Hawaii Foundation, the state Historic Preservation Division and HONOLULU Magazine compile an annual list of some of our state's most endangered sites.
Are Hawaii Schools Safe?
Every year HONOLULU Magazine looks at official state Department of Education data to rank our Island schools on parent, teacher and student satisfaction, as well as academic performance. This year, we also take a look at something that worries every parent: school safety. Here’s how Hawaii’s schools stack up.
Combat Kitsch: Murphy's home to the world's best-travelled armadillo
This stuffed armadillo's not just a bar mascot; it's a decorated war hero.
How Schools Are Changing to Meet 21st Century Needs
Local private schools incorporate new skills to prepare students for the future.
WWII Wrecks Discovered Off Maui
Echoes of War: World War II wrecks found, off Maui.
These are the 5 Most Endangered Historic Places in Hawai‘i
Each year, we look for our state’s most endangered historic places through a partnership with the Historic Hawaii Foundation and the State Historic Preservation Division.
Why Can't Hawaii Kids Join The Military?
In a state with over 42,000 active duty military serving in its boundaries, Hawaii has the absolute highest number of students who can’t pass the military entry tests.
A Bodhi Tree Birthday
Foster Botanical Garden celebrates a tree with an unusual pedigree.
Exploring Kahuku
Too often, the trip from Honolulu to Kahuku is a well-beaten path from downtown to the comforts of a single resort.
Meet 7 Islanders Who Visibly Represent Their Faith
Many people consider themselves religious, but it takes a special level of devotion to literally wear one’s faith on one’s sleeve.
Bear-ing Witness
A giant, stuffed panda peers out over Nimitz Highway.
The Secret Life of Storage Units in Honolulu
They may look like static warehouses on the outside but inside, Honolulu's self-storage units are bustling with hidden lives.
Double-Decker Bus in Waikiki
There is a new double-decker bus rolling around town, shuttling visitors from Aloha Tower to Waikiki.
Beauty and the Big C
A local artist makes art from a killer disease.
Things to Do in April in Hawaii
April is about action: explosive martial-arts displays, dramatic kabuki plots and feats of valor by Scottish strongmen.
Open House Pick: Ritzy Kahala Home
The kitchen is what gets me interested, but the bathroom’s what makes me swoon.
A Degree of Homelessness
They’re the most untraditional college students of all, but for these three homeless people in Hawaii, college may be their way out.
Best Trendy Workout
For our March 2011 Best of Honolulu issue, we visited we visited Volcanic Rock Gym and watched owner Justin Ridgely teach writer, Victoria Wiseman, how to rock climb for the first time.
Accessible Manoa House
Home is ready-made for a family with special needs.
European Field Trip: Ko Olina Condo
Coconut Plantation home has touches from around the world.
Roomy Waialae Nui Home
For $1.6 million you get a lot of space and some interesting taste.
Open House Pick: Designer Kailua Cottage
It’s Friday—time to think about your Sunday house hunting. Here’s my recommendation for your weekend viewing pleasure—a Kailua cottage.
Make Mine a Condo: Dowsett Point
This Punchbowl condo offers a $100,000 remodel, nice city views and plenty of amenities.
Kapahulu Bungalow
Check out this 1930s Kapahulu bungalow on Winham Avenue, occupied by a famous person and decorated as nicely as a movie set.
Waialua House is Smart Nouveau
It may look like a remodel, but this Waialua plantation-style house ain’t from the ’40s, it’s you-won’t-have-to-replace-anything new.
Must Love Trees: Makiki Heights
This 2,800-square-foot Makiki Heights casa is clean, cozy and framed by a giant monkeypod tree.
Best of Honolulu 2011
It's that time of year again. From macarons to mac-and-cheese, face-painting to surfboard shaping--we've crisscrossed the city to find the best.
Field Guide: Antique Stores
Local antique stores are treasure troves of one-of-a-kind finds with a story to tell.
Best Doggie Treats
For our March 2011 Best of Honolulu issue, we visited Hawaii Doggie Bakery, which won Best Doggie Treats.
Best Cocktail Caterers
For our March 2011 Best of Honolulu issue, we invited the Best Cocktail Caterers into the Honolulu Magazine office.
Valentine's Day Guide For Guys
Use one of these last minute ideas—because they won’t seem last minute to her.
Photo Essay: Machine Age
About 22,000 Hawaii people work in factories and plants the rest of us never see, set off in industrial parks, tucked behind bland walls. Here are six places where the artistry of machinery is revealed.
Afterthoughts: The Military State
Ever wondered how a military family feels about Hawaii?
Things to Do in February in Hawaii
Scavenge through Chinatown, see the Oscars before anyone else and pamper your pet this fine February.
Meet the Mayor: Peter Carlisle
We sit down for a Q&A with new Honolulu Mayor Peter Carlisle about his plans to trim government, build rail, fix the sewers and clean up the city's clutter.
New Year's Party Planning
Stressed about throwing a New Year’s party? Make this year’s fete the best yet with tips from professional party planner Frank Robinson of Island Events.
Donate to Charities in Honolulu
Donate your used items to these local charities and get that warm fuzzy from Christmas giving without spending a dime.
Pets, Unleashed
Forget the rail debate; the newest transportation trend has pet owners wheeling their furry friends around town.
