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.
Diane Seo
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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.
Our Thriving Literary Scene
There’s no better time than now to recognize the Islands’ standout books and authors.
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.
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.
Trying Lady M Crepe Cakes Because of Lee Anne Wong
How an Instagram post by Koko Head Café’s chef got me to taste these world-renowned desserts.
Why an Issue on Hawai‘i’s Soul?
Because we’re worried about what’s happening here, and not just since Lahaina.
Rediscovering Hawai‘i’s Soul: The Journey Begins
From Maunakea to Kapūkakī (Red Hill) to Lahaina, the movement has brought leaders together to find ways forward on our Islands’ most divisive issues.
Editors’ Picks: Holiday Gift Guide 2023
A book of lei, a mini pottery wheel, island-inspired swaddle blankets and locally made chili oil—here’s what’s on our editors’ gift lists.
O‘ahu’s Great Neighborhoods: Lē‘ahi (Diamond Head/Kapi‘olani Park)
It’s where many urbanites go when we want (or need) to get outside.
Dreams on the Green: Allisen Corpuz on Her Golf Breakthrough
With a major tournament win under her belt, Hawai‘i golfer Allisen Corpuz is one of the LPGA’s newest standouts.
We Tried It: Taking the (Cold) Plunge
We visited the new Hawai‘i Move Lab in Kalihi to attempt contrast therapy, time in a hot sauna followed by a dip in freezing cold water.
2024 Hawai‘i College Guide: Getting Into College
Having an informed, personalized strategy is critical for college admission, especially since the pandemic.
Maui Fires and Climate Change: Will They Raise Insurance Rates in Hawai‘i?
As natural disasters become more prevalent, a local insurance executive answers questions about what homeowners can expect and how they can protect their property.
Inspiring Women: Our March Cover Story
To mark Women’s History Month and celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8, we profile six extraordinary women in our March issue.
What a Year
HONOLULU is working to strengthen its digital wherewithal amid turbulence in the media industry.
HONOLULU’s Top 10 Stories of 2022
Excluding stories that appeared on Frolic Hawai‘i, here are our 10 most popular online stories for the year.
3 Stunning Kaka’ako Murals and the Stories Behind Them
Artists Kamea Hadar, Jack Soren and Matt and Roxy Ortiz tell us the backstories.
Editor’s Note: What is Happiness?
It’s our own personal journey, as we see it. And hopefully, this issue offers clarity.
The Meaning Behind the Happiness Sign at Roy’s Hawai‘i Kai
Chef Roy Yamaguchi sends a message with his banner hanging outside The Original Roy’s Hawai‘i Kai.
The Yogi: Tiana Hannemann
The 22-year-old went from disheartened engineering student to joyful yoga instructor and entrepreneur.
Editor’s Note: Water, Dives and Disappearing Late-Night Dining
This is the first part of Preserving the Elements, a climate series that begins with a deep dive into water.
2023 Hawai‘i College Guide: Getting Into College
Having an informed, personalized strategy is critical for college admission, especially since the pandemic.
Clark Little’s Latest Book Showcases Stunning Ocean Photography
“The Art of Waves” presents a dreamy kaleidoscope of more than 150 images shot from inside and above breaking waves.
