What a Trip!
Why I’m heading deep into the woods of Florida.
Diane Seo
Articles
Gavin Ball Makes Waves in the Sailing World
Honolulu’s Gavin Ball is racing to success as a professional sailor.
E-Bike Dangers in Hawai‘i
The rise in accidents is especially concerning because incidents often involve children and young teens who aren’t supposed to be riding the motorized bicycles.
Epic Swim Maui: Swimming 160 Miles of Open Water for Ocean Health Awareness
Epic Swim Maui’s founder says there is now a proof of concept to turn the open water swim around the island into an ongoing event.
We Tried It: Assisted Stretch at StretchLab
Franchised outlets are opening across the island, including the newest in Kaka‘ako. Here’s what goes down during an “assisted stretch.”
Honolulu Noir Exposes the Dark Side of the City
A new collection of short stories shares tales of crime, murder and mayhem.
Health Is Wealth Profile: Gut Instincts
Poni Askew’s wellness journey began with weight loss, then veered to focus on her gut health.
Sleep On It
Getting enough quality sleep is fundamental to overall health, and not getting it will put you at higher risk for serious diseases and a shorter life.
We’ve Got Seoul: The Korean Wave in Hawai‘i
From K-pop and K-dramas to food, beauty and more, all things Korean have exploded in popularity in Hawai‘i and beyond.
Miss Hawai‘i 2024 Hayley Cheyney Kāne Is Unapologetically Authentic
As the first openly gay Miss Hawai‘i, Hayley Cheyney Kāne wants people to show aloha to themselves.
Food for Thought
The Hale ‘Aina Awards honor our city’s best restaurants and the gutsy people behind them.
Home of the Tigers: McKinley High School’s Artist Legacy
A new exhibition at the Honolulu Museum of Art celebrates the many McKinley High School alumni who have made an impact on modern art.
Alan Wong’s Favorite Healthy, Local Snacks for Kids (and Grownups)
Acclaimed chef Alan Wong offers tasty suggestions to spruce up your family home cooking.
Your Guide to Family Fun
This issue features the Best of HONOLULU Family winners, staycation destinations, healthy snacks by Alan Wong and more.
Best of HONOLULU 2024: Services on O‘ahu
You need a vet, auto repairs, tools or another service? Consult this list of businesses voted and selected as most reliable in their fields.
Best of HONOLULU 2024: Shopping on O‘ahu
Where to shop for the best beach bag, houseplants, sun hat, crystals, home accessories, swimwear and more.
Best of HONOLULU 2024: Health & Wellness on O‘ahu
Easy to see why Hawai‘i is the healthiest state in the nation when we have the best outdoor yoga, watersports and more ways to live well.
Best of HONOLULU 2024: Food and Drinks on O‘ahu
Our editors picked 14 top categories plus 20 readers’ choices to establish the best food and drinks on O‘ahu this year.
Grateful for Your Comments
Your responses to my May editor’s column were meaningful and moving.
Hawai‘i’s Maile Alert Is a 100% Success
Maile Alerts, Hawai‘i’s take on AMBER Alerts for missing children, have been issued four times.
Tails of the City: Goats, Chickens and a Beehive
Eliza Lathrop regards her urban farm as a “miracle” where things flourish.
Paris Bound: A Conversation With Volleyball Star Erik Shoji
Erik Shoji will be competing on Team USA at the Paris Olympics with four other volleyball players with Hawai‘i ties.
Hawai‘i Ties: Locals Making It Big
Here are some people from the Islands making headlines across the nation and world, from athletes to actors.
19 Years Back Home
I returned to Honolulu in May 2005, thinking it would be a temporary stay.
Tails of the City: “They Are Our Angels”
In the first of our recurring series Tails of the City about our intimate connection with animals, we peek inside the Hettemas’ cat-centric life.
Hawai‘i Center for AI Opens in Kaka‘ako
Learn how to use artificial intelligence from community experts at free workshops hosted by the new nonprofit Hawai‘i Center for AI.
Green Day: Native Plants From a Photographer’s Perspective
In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, we’re highlighting native Hawaiian plants shot by HONOLULU photographer Olivier Koning.
Our Thriving Literary Scene
There’s no better time than now to recognize the Islands’ standout books and authors.
A Must-Visit for History Buffs: The Hawaiian Historical Society
The Hawaiian Historical Society has amassed a rare collection of photos and publications that document Hawai‘i’s rich past, and it’s all accessible to the public.
Pursuits: Butterflies Are Free
Meet Darlene Loo-McDowell, whose business Sharing the Butterfly Experience allows people to celebrate new beginnings.
Another Round: Speakeasies of Honolulu
Honolulu’s thriving speakeasy scene has a newcomer, plus three of our favorites.
Celebrating Women
Our spring fashion pages feature those thriving in middle age and beyond.
All the Ways We Love Oxtail
O oxtails, how many ways do we love thee? More than seven, actually.
Noms Phenomenon: Local Candy Brand Explodes
Flashback to that time we dug into how gummy candies cooked up in a garage turned into a runaway hit.
Two Swanky Places to Stay: AC Hotel and Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa
With trendy places to eat, and one with state-of-the-art wellness facilities.
