There’s no place in the world that loves Spam as much as we do in Hawaiʻi. So it’s no surprise the Islands host one of the biggest—and, arguably, the best—festival devoted to the beloved canned meat. The Waikīkī Spam Jam celebrates its 20th year this Saturday, with a block party in Waikīkī from 4 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, April 27. The event, which lures about 40,000 people each year, will feature dozens of restaurants serving Spam in unique ways, three stages of entertainment by musicians and hula hālau, Spam merchandise and special appearances by Spammy characters. Meet this life-size can of ..read more

Who doesn’t love Spam? People in Hawaiʻi sure do, so much so we have our own food festival devoted to the beloved canned meat. The Waikīkī Spam Jam celebrates its 20th anniversary this Saturday (April 27), and the annual block party on Kalākaua Avenue is going to be better than ever. There will be more than 30 local restaurants serving a variety of Spam dishes, from Spam nachos to Spam loco moco to, yes, Spam gelato.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Waikiki SPAM JAM (@waikikispamjam) We chat with Barbara Campbell, the president of the Waikīkī Spam Jam committee an ..read more

We should always be kind to the planet, but April 22 is Earth Day—officially the day we show special appreciation for our natural world. (It dates back to 1970, when Wisconsin Sen. Gaylord Nelson organized a national event aimed at raising awareness around important environmental issues.) And there’s a lot we can do, from volunteering at a beach clean-up to planting a native tree, even while we’re on vacation. Here are nine things you can do if you’re in the Islands today—or any day. 1. Take a Hike Hikers walking along Puʻu ʻŌhiʻa Trail on Oʻahu. Photo: Courtesy of the Hawaiʻi Tourism A ..read more

A fraction of a second.  That’s what it’s all about. The late-night track preps. The early morning tow. The money. The time. All for a fraction of a second.   On the west coast of Kaua‘i, past the small country town of Kekaha—where, for many, farmers markets and shoreline fishing are the premier weekend activities—lies a strip of pavement that’s seen more action than a lot of roads in Hawai‘i. You’d miss it, if not for the sign that reads “Kaua‘i Raceway Park.” And it’s here, on the westernmost National Hot Rod Racing Association racetrack in the United States, that racers comp ..read more

Kauaʻi Coffee Co. is no ordinary Hawaiʻi coffee farm. At over 3,000 acres in size and home to 4 million coffee trees, the locally owned and operated coffee farm continues to wow visitors and locals with its delicious-tasting coffee and engaging visitor experiences.  It’s no wonder that Kauaʻi Coffee Company has taken home top honors in three HAWAIʻI Magazine Readers’ Choice Award categories: Best Coffee Grower (All Islands), Best Farm Tour (Kauaʻi) and Best Store for Souvenirs (Kauaʻi).  Why is Kauaʻi Coffee so special? Darla Domingo, retail operations manager, accounts for much of ..read more

From a beachfront Disney-themed property to uber-luxe resorts, there are so many places to choose to stay on Oʻahu. But if you’re traveling with kids, a comfortable and family-friendly hotel with spacious rooms, keiki activities and fun pools are a must. Read on to see which resorts placed in the Top 5 in this year’s Reader’s Choice Awards. 1. The Imperial Hawai‘i Resort, Waikīkī Outside the Imperial Hawaiʻi Resort. Photo: Courtesy of the Imperial Hawaiʻi Resort The Imperial Hawai‘i Resort takes first place this year as the best family-friendly resort on O‘ahu. Visitors of all ages can enjo ..read more

Nobody likes to choose favorites, especially when it comes to the beautiful beaches and bays of Maui. From the seemingly endless coastline of Kāʻanapali Bay to the crystal clear waters of Mākena Beach, deciding what beach on Maui is the best is no easy feat. Fortunately, our readers—who love Hawaiʻi’s beaches—have done the hard work for us and voted on their five favorite Maui shores.   1. Kāʻanapali Beach Kāʻanapali Beach, Maui. Photo: Getty Images/RASimon No doubt about it, people love Kāʻanapali Beach, as the idyllic coastline tops our list once again this year. If you’re a believe ..read more

Are you one of those travelers who loves browsing local bookstores? (You are our people!) Hawaiʻi has a bunch of cool independently owned book shops across the Islands, from the beloved Talk Story Bookstore in Hanapēpē on Kauaʻi to Big Island BookBuyers in Hilo on Hawaiʻi Island. Honolulu has its own collection of indie bookstores, each distinctive in its décor and offerings. Here are five of our faves. Read More: 8 Local and Independent Book Shops You Need to Visit in Hawaiʻi Da Shop: Books + Curiosities, Kaimukī Da Shop: Books + Curiosities. Photo: Julie Stanley Located in the vibran ..read more

Aloha wear has long been a symbol of Hawai‘i’s cultural heritage and the upcoming exhibit “Fashioning Aloha” at the Honolulu Museum of Art (HoMA), opening on April 12, takes viewers on a deep dive through nearly 90 years of aloha wear, showcasing 53 garments including holoku, mu‘umu‘u, holomu‘u and aloha shirts. The exhibit takes the time to walk viewers through a vivid timeline, following aloha wear evolution like the popularity of the aloha shirt, the impacts of the Merrie Monarch Festival and the renaissance of aloha wear with songs like “Aloha Friday” by Kimo Kahoano and Paul Natto, and t ..read more

From idyllic surf towns to cosmopolitan districts, Hawai‘i boasts of a diverse selection of neighborhoods to visit. According to this year’s pull of Readers’ Choice Awards, these are the top towns that you’ll need to put on your itinerary on your next trip to Hawaiʻi Read More: The Best Islands in Hawaiʻi in 2024 1. Honolulu, O‘ahu Hanauma Bay on Oʻahu. Photo: Getty Images/chris-mueller This year, Honolulu takes top place in our Best Towns in Hawaiʻi list. As the state’s capital city since 1845, Honolulu can be found on the southeast coast of the island of O‘ahu. It’s the most populate ..read more