January 15, 2015
Hawai‘i’s breathtaking beauty has made it a sought-after honeymoon destination for lovebirds around the world. There are numerous romantic spots around the island to sneak a honi (Hawaiian for kiss) with your sweetheart: TANTALUS DRIVE, a winding, hilltop road in…
January 15, 2015
A vast Technicolor wonderland waits in the coral reefs below the surface of the Pacific. This is the kingdom of sea creatures, reefs and underwater gardens, a subterranean view available to snorkelers and divers who have no qualms about traveling…
January 15, 2015
Waikīkī’s hangouts are where lights, DJs and libations reign. Grab your travel mates, dial a DD (cab) and brace yourself for voltaic island fun. Of course, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the partying may be socially distant and face coverings may…
January 15, 2015
Located before the entrance to Stage Restaurant, AMUSE WINE BAR (1250 Kapi‘olani Blvd., second floor) is a go-to spot for everyone from seasoned oenophiles to those just looking for a laid-back pau hana (after work) hangout. Expect a rotating selection…
January 15, 2015
USS MISSOURI secured its place in history as the site of Japan’s unconditional surrender to the United States that brought an end to Japanese involvement in WORLD WAR II . The formal papers were signed on the deck of the…
January 15, 2015
A tour of O‘ahu’s BOTANICAL GARDENS is not only a walk in beauty, but also is a lesson in the science of tropical plants. Some tours and exhibits are designed to enhance knowledge of various species, while others are more…
January 15, 2015
Try your hand at a variety of fidrearms and get in some target practice in the safety of HAWAI‘I GUN CLUB , located at 2142 Kalākaua Ave., second floor. These gun clubs have 30 years of experience and the safety…
January 15, 2015
Immerse yourself in tranquil beauty at KAHALU‘U GALLERY & GARDENS . Located in the heart of Kahalu‘u in Windward O‘ahu lies an enchanting gallery and gardens filled with unique art and plants. The property was artist Hiroshi Tagami’s (1928- 2014)…
January 15, 2015
It’s easy to romanticize any encounter with dolphins. With mouths shaped in a perpetual smile, these graceful mammals click and whistle through the water, beckoning the adventurous to come along. Though not considered endangered, dolphins are protected by the Marine…
January 15, 2015
Craft brew fever is taking over the nation, and while Hawai‘i isn’t necessarily known as a brewery hub, there are some places for beer fans to sip some local flavor, enjoy a pub experience and even find out what’s distilling…
January 15, 2015
No matter your reasons for visiting O‘ahu — be it to swim with dolphins and sea turtles, feast at an authentic Hawaiian lū‘au, visit volcanic craters or hike deep into lush rainforests where gushing waterfalls and tropical blooms wait to…
January 15, 2015
shows fidlming on O‘ahu — NCIS: Hawai‘i (CBS) and Doogie Kamealoha, M.D. (Disney). Movies that have found the right setting in the islands include Blue Hawai‘i , From Here to Eternit y, Jumanji , Hunger Games , Tropic Thunder ,…