Hawai‘i’s First Forest Guide Helps People Connect With Nature
Phyllis Look leads people to realize the wonders of being alive.
From the Magazine
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 Dancer: Mickey Weems
Faced with terminal cancer, he has chosen not to fear death, but to live out his days as joyfully as he can.
The Yogi: Tiana Hannemann
The 22-year-old went from disheartened engineering student to joyful yoga instructor and entrepreneur.
The Hiker: Travis Morrin
Hiking and human connections have helped the Maui restaurant owner stay sober and committed to a brighter future.
The Walker: Don Wallace
HONOLULU’s contributing editor takes us on a first-person journey to happiness around Diamond Head.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in November
Festivals, films and other special events will have you laughing, running, shopping and eating your way through the month.
Seeking Happiness
Meet seven people who have successfully made the quest their life focus, plus how you can find your own happiness.
The Dancer: Mickey Weems
Faced with terminal cancer, he has chosen not to fear death, but to live out his days as joyfully as he can.
The Centenarian: Esther Nowell
The 102-year-old on art and teaching others to find joy in creating.
The Hiker: Travis Morrin
Hiking and human connections have helped the Maui restaurant owner stay sober and committed to a brighter future.
The Designer: Miho Aoki Fichefeux
Once a New York fashion star, she has found solace on the slopes of Kona’s Hualālai volcano.
The Walker: Don Wallace
HONOLULU’s contributing editor takes us on a first-person journey to happiness around Diamond Head.
The Yogi: Tiana Hannemann
The 22-year-old went from disheartened engineering student to joyful yoga instructor and entrepreneur.
Awesome Custom-Made Hats By Illikoi Goods
Owner Anthony Duong creates stylish and unique bucket hats, caps and more.
Rose Veal Has Made Its Way to Hawai‘i Menus
In Waimea on Hawai‘i Island, Mahiki Ranch raises a different kind of veal.
Tumua Tuinei May Be Hawai‘i’s Next Big Comedian
The former UH football player has been selling out shows with his straight-up, hilarious local humor.
What to Love About Honolulu’s Dive Bars—and It’s Not Just the Food
Dining Editor Martha Cheng visited 8 Fat Fat 8 Bar & Grille, Shinsho Tei and Anyplace Cocktail Lounge and found amazing food and more.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in October 2022
Delight in a diverse mix of happenings, including a Halloween-y one, of course.
Must-Do: Wet ‘n’ Wild‘s Dive ‘n’ Movie
Addams Family 2, Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation and Ghostbusters: Afterlife are all screening in October.
2023 Hawai‘i College Guide
(Sponsored) Our annual Guide will help parents and students navigate the road to and through college. Learn how to manage the admissions process, tackle financial aid applications and more.
Ola I Ka Wai: Water Is Life
Amid the vast scope of climate change, our series explores each of the natural elements that shape our island life, starting with water.
