We Tried It: Surf Therapy
Blue Mind Surf Therapy offers workshops that combine the therapeutic power of surfing with mindfulness and self-awareness.
Beaches
Your Guide to a Staycation at Disney’s ‘Aulani Resort
Hawai‘i’s only Disney resort, ‘Aulani offers a top-of-the-line getaway for kama‘āina Mouseketeer families.
Meet the 6 Women Who Made History Competing in The Eddie 2023
Among the fearless wāhine who charged in the big-wave surf contest: a mom-paramedic, environmental and LGBTQ+ activists, a huntress and equal rights warriors.
The Coolest Spots on O‘ahu for Scenic Holiday and Instagram Shots
Professional photographers share 12 great backdrops, because your same-old staircase is so last year.
Hawai‘i Gives Back: Finding Peace and Waves with AccesSurf
For more than a decade, people have been able to found joy in the waves through the work and assistance of a dedicated group started by a recreational therapist and adaptive athlete.
My Honolulu: The Magic of Magic Island During the Pandemic
When the crowds disappeared, we discovered a new community of regulars and anything-but-regular encounters at Ala Moana Beach Park.
Hawai‘i Parent Hacks: 10 Tips and Tricks for the Beach and Outdoor Adventures
Quick fixes for sandy feet, broken slippers and a DIY campfire starter made from items you have at home.
Picnics, Parks, Beaches and More: Here Are the Best Solo Outdoor Activities on O‘ahu
The latest emergency orders allow us to try new things outdoors, find some new local grubs and relax—as long as we do it alone.
From ‘Iolani Palace to Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park to Honolulu’s Street Art: Take a Virtual Tour Around the Islands
This summer, plan a trip to some of our state’s cultural, historical and natural treasures from the comfort of your quarantine cave.
These 6 Types of O‘ahu Businesses Can Reopen on Friday, May 1
Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell gives the OK for mobile and one-to-one services as well as golf courses, car dealers and real estate operations to resume.
Dogs, Ducks and Duos Compete in Surf Events at Duke’s OceanFest 2019 in Waikīkī
Cue the ooohs and aaaws.
Open For Fitness: We Tried a Stand-Up Paddleboard Class from Paddle Core Fitness
Working our cores without doing planks or situps, and being in the ocean? We’re here for it.
Field Notes: Removing Invasive Algae With Mālama Maunalua
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: the Mālama Maunalua community huki.
Field Notes: This Little Park Below Diamond Head Road is a Hidden Outdoor Gem
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: Mākālei Beach Park.
Our Waikīkī: Meet the Hawai‘i Beachboys Keeping the Tradition Alive
The Waikīkī beachboys are a holdover from a bygone era, when this legendary band of Hawaiian watermen ruled the beach as Waikīkī rose to become Hawai‘i’s premier resort destination.
Our Waikīkī: King Tides, Beach Erosion and Water Pollution—Can Waikīkī Be Saved?
How the state is dealing with king tides, eroding beaches and trash in the Ala Wai.
The 6 Most Overrated Beaches on Oʻahu (and Their Best Alternatives)
We aren’t picky, we’re just…discerning.
6 Makai Outdoor Adventures on O‘ahu
Surfing, sure, sunbathing, yes. Once you’ve checked off the obvious beach excursions, what other fun does the ocean have to offer?
Go Mauka: 5 Peaceful Mountainside Adventures for Land Lovers on Oahu
Beaches are great, but some weekends you just have to head for the hills. Here are a few of our favorite land-based adventures.
3 Serene Places to Picnic on O‘ahu
In Hawai‘i, eating out doesn’t have to mean at a restaurant. Here are a few of our favorite picnic spots.
4 Stunning Camp Sites Hidden on O‘ahu
With our perfect weather, camping in Hawai‘i couldn’t be easier. Just grab a tent and some supplies, and head out to one of these scenic spots.
PHOTOS: Hawai‘i Beaches Named America’s Best by Dr. Beach
Which O‘ahu beaches made the list of top 10 beaches in America by Dr. Beach?
Hidden Hawai‘i: Kahala and Portlock Beaches
In this series, we visit some less-busy spots you might not know about, each with something fun to offer.
Field Notes: Waikīkī’s Booze Cruises
Why should tourists have all the fun?
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