Google Flu Trends: Hawaii Doctors Don’t Like It
Some local physicians don’t think the search engine’s aggregated search data for the flu is accurate.
Tiffany Hill
Articles
The Flu Isn’t Coming to Hawaii. It’s Here.
It’s been a severe flu season on the Mainland, leaving Hawaii residents questioning how bad it will get here. The thing is, the flu is already here.
Things to do in February
This month is devoted to the arts.
Meet Paulette Kaleikini: The woman who stopped the rail
To most, they’re just old bones in the ground. To Paulette Kaanohiokalani Kaleikini, the iwi kupuna are her ancestors, her history, her culture.
Things to do in January
Start the new year with a soothing cup of tea, a couple of concerts, free museum admission and a film festival with irresistible choreography.
Couchsurfing in Hawaii
Couch Tourism: Forget staying in hotels with amenities such as room service, or in-room mini bars. Millions of travelers prefer to spend their vacations with perfect strangers.
The Outdoor Circle Celebrates 100 Years Beautifying Honolulu
A Green Century: The Outdoor Circle has been beautifying Honolulu for 100 years now.
Where to go to meet other singles in Honolulu (for any age)
Whether you’re in your 70s and looking to make new friends, or in your 30s and hoping to find “the one,” check out these social scenes across Honolulu.
Q&A with Honolulu Mayoral Candidate Kirk Caldwell
HONOLULU talks with mayoral candidate Kirk Caldwell about rail—is it over?—how we’re going to pay for sewer improvements, and being compared to Mufi Hannemann.
Singles Dating in Honolulu
Here are tales from the frontlines of the singles world—whether you’re 26 or 88, straight or gay, looking for love, or just looking—in Honolulu now.
Things to Do in October in Hawaii
October is a patchwork of cultural events. This month, hear a good story, learn how to fish, get super scared, watch aerial acrobats and drink kava.
VIDEO: 25 Greatest Hawaii Albums of the New Century
This is the 25 Greatest Hawaii Albums of the New Century exclusive web video from HONOLULU Magazine.
Free Music Lessons for Keiki in Hawaii
Classical Keiki: Nonprofit provides free after-school music lessons to children.
Live Hawaiian Music Around Honolulu
Hana Hou!: You may have to rub elbows with tourists, but it’s worth it, once the Brothers Caz, Ledward Kaapana or Paula Fuga come on stage. Here’s where to hear live Hawaiian music every night, and not just in town.
67 Fun and Delicious Meals You Can Afford to Eat Every Day in Honolulu
HONOLULU Magazine’s tour of 67 cheap eats, from burgers to soft-shell crab to frugal finds with a view.
Liquor Licenses in Honolulu
License to Pour: A lot of time and effort went into the wine you drink with dinner. Welcome to the ins and outs of getting a liquor license in Honolulu.
75th Anniversary of the Hawaiian Room in NYC
Hawaiian Room Hula: A dancer recalls her fondest memories of performing at the Hawaiian Room in New York in celebration of the 75th anniversary of its opening.
The Paperless Press in Honolulu
Good journalism isn’t dead. While there are fewer reporters, and Honolulu has become a one-newspaper town, local online-only news outfits pursue solid reporting and somewhat less solid revenues.
We Tried It: I Am a Roller Derby Girl in Honolulu
Injuries, drama, dedication, victory—associate editor Tiffany Hill laced up her skates to rumble in Honolulu’s fast-growing sport.
Roller Derby Girls in Honolulu
Injuries, drama, dedication, victory. Associate editor Tiffany Hill laced up her skates to play roller derby. Meet the girls of Pacific Roller Derby, Oahu's roller derby league, and watch how this fast-spaced, rough and tumble sport is played.
Honolulu Books: History and Hiking Trails
Town and Country: These two books highlight the history of our city and our hiking trails.
From Our Files
The June 2012 archives from our files of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
Hawaii Education Q&A: How is the DOE helping poor-performing schools?
Associate editor Tiffany Hill asks Kathryn Matayoshi, Hawaii's Department of Education superintendent, about helping poor-performing schools.
Hawaii Education Q&A: What do schools have in place to ensure communication with parents?
What do schools have in place to ensure communication with parents?
Hawaii Education Q&A: Why don't all public schools have midterms and final exam weeks?
Some public high schools in Hawaii have midterms and final exam weeks, and some do not. Why?
Hawaii Education Q&A: Why don't student representatives get a vote?
The questions for this exclusive, video Q&A come from both the magazine staff and the public, and touch on a variety of subjects, such as what the department and board are doing to reverse negative public perceptions, how teacher evaluations will work, whether or not Matayoshi and Horner sent their children to public school and more.
A Tale of Two Schools in Hawaii
Nanakuli High and Intermediate School. Moanalua High School. Both of these public schools have big reputations, good and bad. We spent time on each campus to find out what they’re really like. It may surprise you.
From Iolani School to Moanalua High School: A Parents’ Tale
When private school wasn’t working for their son, a Honolulu family turned to public education.
Hawaii Education: Q&A with Don Horner and Kathryn Matayoshi
For more than a decade, HONOLULU Magazine has critically examined Hawaii's public education system. We sit down with two of the most influential people when it comes to Hawaii's public education.
Kamehameha Schools Focuses on Public Schools Along the Waianae Coast
Educating Hawaiians beyond the walls of its campuses, KSBE provides targeted support to one of Oahu’s low-income communities.
Inspirational Quotes from the Dalai Lama’s Talks in Honolulu
Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama returned to Hawaii for two talks at the UH Stan Sheriff Center.
From Our Files
The April 2012 archives from our files of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
Is Hawaii Worth It?
Four local families talk about the price of paradise—and whether they’re willing to pay it any longer. Also, check out some eye-opening stats on the cost of living in the Islands.
Warrior Dash Hawaii Video
Warrior Dash Hawaii took place at Dillingham Field on Oahu's North Shore. More than 7,900 people crossed the finish line after scaling walls, swimming through mud and leaping over fire in the 3 mile obstacle course. Warriors received a finisher medal and then enjoyed beer, food and live music.
Things to Do in April in Hawaii
Whether it’s attending a symphony concert, listening to the dalai lama speak, eating garlic ice cream or running a 5K, there’s something for everyone this month.
Best of Honolulu 2012: The Best Day Ever
In this video, James Mane visits 5 of HONOLULU Magazine's "Best of Honolulu" winners on his quest to have The Best Day Ever.
Best of Honolulu 2012
Honolulu is packed with so much great stuff, it can be hard to know where to begin. To give you a headstart, we’ve explored the city to find the best products, services, food and entertainment—so you can make the most of everything Honolulu has to offer.
Things to Do in March in Hawaii
It’s spring! Get out of the house, laugh out loud, take flight and watch Tahitian troupes dance.
From Our Files
The January 2012 archives from our files of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
Field Guide: Maunakea Marketplace
The year of the water dragon kicks off on January 23. To get into the festive spirit, head down to one of Chinatown’s busiest marketplaces. Kung hee fat choy!
