It Came From the Ala Wai: 6 Strange Creatures That Thrive in Waikīkī’s Sewage Filled Canal
What lurks in the murk of Honolulu’s most prominent drainage ditch? Lots of things, including a fish that can literally give you nightmares.
HONOLULU Magazine - August 2014
VIDEO: Michael Jackson Emerges From Spaceship at Hawaii’s Aloha Stadium
Happy birthday to the King of Pop.
What?! You’re Surprised Hello Kitty is Not a Cat?
Hawaii anthropologist and Hello Kitty author explains why in three questions.
Cool New Sculpture Made of Sticks Debuts at Honolulu Museum of Art
Through our partnership with the Honolulu Museum of Art, HONOLULU Magazine publishes a monthly blog written by Lesa Griffith, the museum’s communications director and a talented Hawaii writer on arts, culture and food.
What Honolulu Looked Like Between August 1949 and 1979
In 1888, King Kalakaua issued a royal charter, commissioning a magazine. Then titled Paradise of the Pacific, this publication became HONOLULU Magazine, making it the oldest magazine west of the Mississippi.
Quiz: Where on O‘ahu Do You Belong?
Mililani-raised. Mānoa-educated. Kaka‘ako-bound. Kama‘āina or visitor, you’ve found yourself settled into one of Honolulu’s many diverse neighborhood pockets. But are you in the wrong place?
The 8 Best Things to Do in Honolulu This Labor Day Week
Enjoy Labor Day Week in Honolulu with short films, fun with cake, breakfast for dinner, art, laughs and the birthday of a Hawaiian queen.
Opa! Hawaii Greek Festival Returns to Ala Moana Beach Park
Put down your ouzo sorbet and hop to the dance floor, the Greek Festival is back!
7 Hawaii Celebrities Take On ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
In Hawaii, locals are dumping buckets of ice water over their heads as part of ALS Association’s “Ice Bucket Challenge.”
The Five Best Things To Do in Honolulu This Week
Surf, dance, watch a biopic, laugh, dance some more and eat Greek.
19 Gluten-Free Friendly Restaurants in Honolulu, Hawaii
We’ve rounded up the best spots to avoid gluten on Oahu.
Tourists Rate Hawai‘i One-Star on Yelp: Here’s Why
Tourists have mixed feelings about Hawai‘i’s iconic destinations. Here’s what they’re saying on Yelp about ‘Iolani Palace, Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park and Lanikai Beach.
Shark Week: 6 Jaw-Dropping Videos of Shark Encounters in Hawaii
Who needs the Discovery Channel, when we can watch sharks off our own coastlines. Here’s a roundup of seven astonishing shark encounters in Hawaii.
Shear Madness: Clothes and Accessories That Do More With Less
Any way you slice it, cutouts are having a moment, with both local artists and designers opting for pared-down plays on positive and negative space.
New French-Latin Bistro, Grondin Opens in Honolulu’s Chinatown
Grondin French Latin Kitchen: A new but surprisingly familiar restaurant opens at the sketchy end of Chinatown.
16 Fascinating Facts About Sharks in Hawai‘i Every Local Should Know
We came up with a handy list of 16 facts you may not know about sharks in Hawai‘i.
The Zebra Mantis Shrimp: 9 Surprising Things About the Biggest, Baddest Shrimp in Hawaii
Fun facts about the zebra mantis shrimp. No. 8 is surprisingly cute!
This Week In Honolulu: 8 Events and Festivals You Won’t Want to Miss
Aug. 15, 2014: Mark your calendars this week. Sample craft beers, picnic on the pier and watch a local fashion show.
13 Bizarre and Surprising Things You’ll Find at Don Quijote Hawaii
The Hawaii branches of this Japanese chain have things you didn’t even know you needed.
Take the Plunge with Eight Stylish Iridescent Accessories
Swim Fan: Iridescent accessories shine bright this summer.
What’s Open or Closed in Honolulu on Statehood Day
Here is a list of city services that will be available or suspended in observance of Hawaii’s Statehood Day on Aug. 15, 2014.
What’s Brewing at Honolulu’s Homebrewers Clubs
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: homebrewing clubs.
Last Major Hurricane to Slam Big Island of Hawaii May Have Been 1871
National Weather Service history recounts the Kohala Cyclone.
6 Ways to Entertain Your Family Indoors During Hurricanes Iselle and Julio
This weekend is going to be a rainy one. Here are a few ways to keep the kids entertained.
