Honolulu Stories: Pet Mama
In a place I never planned to land, through a dog I got as a bribe, I became essential.
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Breakfast Scenes Around O‘ahu
From old-school comforts in ‘Āina Haina to bulletproof coffee in Pūpūkea, our writers fanned out to different neighborhoods for this snapshot of five eclectic breakfast scenes.
Chinatown Through A Lens
It’s edgy, vibrant, dynamic and diverse, and that’s what makes it a focal point for many of our city’s street photographers.
Honolulu Stories: The Worst Tap Dancer in Honolulu
Everyone else at open adult tap is zippy and syncopated. I’m a half-step behind on the second twirl.
Can We Return to Ahupua‘a?
A movement is underway to resurrect the traditional Hawaiian land division and management system to better care for the ‘āina, water and people.
What Should We Do About Our Parents?
As Hawai‘i’s population ages, younger generations are being tasked with caregiving. But the lack of resources poses significant challenges.
Home Industry Answers You Need, from People Who Know
Industry experts weigh in on some of the most pressing issues related to real estate buying and investments, mortgages, homebuilding and remodeling.
Hawai‘i Doctors Answer Your Health Questions
We asked some of the state’s top physicians, many of them straight off this year’s Castle Connolly list of top doctors, about everything from GLP-1s to brain health and hormone replacement therapy.
The Quest for Longevity
Today’s health and wellness zeitgeist is about adding life to your years.
2026 Top Doctors
We’ve partnered with Castle Connolly to bring you a list of the 934 top doctors in the state.
A.I. Will Transform Disaster Management
Hawai‘i is already testing A.I. tools and systems that could save lives during weather emergencies.
A New Coffee Culture
As coffee trends more scientific and sustainable worldwide, new cafés and carts in Honolulu are turning the drink fun and personal. Here’s a taste of our coffee world today.
How to Create a Home You Love
Explore four home interiors that celebrate the unique stories of those who call them home.
Lights Out? Hawai‘i’s Energy Future Looks Dire
Without swift action, Hawai‘i faces more exorbitant electricity costs. What will it take to move aggressively enough with renewable alternatives?
The Best Dentists in Hawai‘i
HONOLULU Magazine helps you find the dentist you need, whether it’s for a routine checkup or more specialized work. Everyone on this list comes highly recommended by other dentists, who know the work of fellow professionals.
Hawai‘i Is Your Place, So Fight for It
Former two-term governor John Waihe‘e III calls for young people to rise up. Now.
Take Care of Other People, and Be Bold About Showing Your Aloha
Blanche McMillan chose to shelter houseless people in her community during the pandemic despite lacking government approval.
Take Care of Your Community, and Don’t Forget to Laugh
81-year-old Edward Kuba shares his values and lessons learned over his decades of life.
Appreciate the Ride
All his life, waterman Mark Cunningham has answered the call of the ocean. Amid the waves, he’s learned the importance of humility, gratitude and caring for the earth.
“I’m Just a Happy Person, That’s All”
Superager Stella Shimabukuro is a living example of the happiness of being.
When You Have a Little, Share a Little
As a Vietnam War refugee, Elizabeth Thu Hai Pham has learned the power of giving and receiving a helping hand.
