Hawaii Stories

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Ohia lehua: protecting a Hawaiian symbol

Uncover the stories behind Hawaii’s official endemic tree, ohia lehua, featured in the Holoholo Challenge 2022 race package.

August 26, 2022

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Where locals go for lei in Hawaii

Share the love of lei with these favorite spots in the Islands for garlands of flowers, feathers and shells.

April 25, 2022

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Winter in Hawaii

Why is spending winter in Hawaii so special? Employee Allie K. shares some of her favorite things to do in the Islands during this time of year.

November 30, 2021

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An employee’s guide to Kakaako, Oahu

Employee Melissa T. shares a few of her favorite things to do around her bustling Honolulu neighborhood.

November 9, 2021

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The Origins of the Hula

For centuries, hula was far more than entertainment for Hawaiians

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Where to Find Chocolate in Hawaii: A Local’s Guide to Everything Chocolate

An extensive guide to Hawaii chocolate featuring a wrap-up of classes, shops, events and tours.

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What is poke and where did it come from?

The origins and evolution of Hawaii’s favorite dish.

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Kayaking on Kauai’s Wailua River

Calm waters make for relaxing, scenic adventure.

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Omiyage: A Japanese expression of aloha

The practice of gift giving when returning from a trip

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Lū‘au: The Feast of Food

In olden times, gatherings for a meal marked special events and celebrations, such as victory in war and the launch of a new canoe

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Georgia OʼKeeffe: Visions of Hawaii

New York Botanical Garden exhibit runs May 19-Oct. 28.

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Adventure Culture Videos

Oahu’s Offshore Islets

The Hawaiian Island chain includes some interesting small islands

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Eight customs to celebrate Chinese New Year in Hawaii

February 5 ushers in the Year of the Pig

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Adventure Culture Videos

How to hike Diamond Head

Discover the history and beauty that make Diamond Head one of the most popular hiking spots on Oahu.

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North Shore Adventure

Experience sand, surf, shave ice and Hawaiian culture

Culture Food & Entertainment Videos

How to Eat Hawaiian Food

If you’ve never tried it, here are some tips on how to dig in like a local

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Voyaging Canoe Hōkūle‘a Set to Complete Historic Journey

Thousands expected at Oahu homecoming celebration, Saturday, June 17

June 12, 2017

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The Origin of the Shaka

Hawaii’s symbol of aloha traces its roots back to the early 1900s

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Culture Events

Molokai Hoe and Na Wahine O Ke Kai

Thousands to gather at Waikiki Beach to welcome finishers Sept. 22 and Oct. 13

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Let the Bon Dance Begin

Summer marks the start of a festive Japanese tradition in Hawaii

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Food & Entertainment Culture

Meatless on Oahu

A culinary tour of ‘onolicious vegan, vegetarian and pescatarian-friendly places worth seeking out

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Treasured Relics Return to Hawaii

Hawaiian Airlines transports feathered cloak and helmet given to Capt. James Cook 237 year ago

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The Hawaii Food & Wine Festival

Nine-day event shines culinary spotlight on the Islands

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A Perfect Day on Oahu

An enjoyable to-do list of activities, indoors and out.