6 Ways to Enjoy the Winter Season and Holidays on Maui
*This story was originally published on Dec. 24, 2024, and updated in December 2025. With its year-round tropical climate...
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A Local Food Writer’s Favorite Hawai‘i Restaurants in 2025
I did a lot of interisland travel this year—at least 10 trips I can remember—all for food. There were several...
Explore a Winter Wonderland at ’Twas the Light Before Christmas on Ice
In Hawaiʻi, we’re decking the halls across the Islands at holiday parades, light shows and pop-up events. On Oʻahu,...
An Iconic North Shore Bar Returns to Kick Off the Winter Surf Season—But Only for a Limited Time
Just in time for the winter surf season, The Ritz-Carlton Oʻahu, Turtle Bay is bringing back its iconic bar. After...
ʻOno at Home: “Grab ’Em by the Muffins” Mini Upside-Down Pineapple Cakes
When I was a kid, my mom’s go-to dessert recipe was pineapple upside-down cake. She used canned pineapple—just like every...
Find a Charming Hawaiian Christmas Tree at Helemano Farms
*This article was originally published on Dec. 13, 2018, and updated in December 2025. There’s nothing better than picking...
10 Thoughtful Holiday Gifts from Kauaʻi
Kauaʻi is home to local businesses and artisans whose products make memorable gifts. From punny chocolate to exquisite jewelry, these...
Bookmark These 2025 Holiday Events in Hawaiʻi
While Hawaiʻi doesn’t experience dramatic seasonal changes, there are still plenty of ways to feel the holiday spirit throughout the...
Honolulu City Lights Flips the Switch on the Holiday Season This Weekend
It may be hard to believe, but there are certainly signs winter has arrived in Hawaiʻi. On Oʻahu, you know...