Waikīkī at Dawn: The Case for Beating the Crowds on Oʻahu's Famous Shore
Before the beach towels and the surf lessons, Waikīkī belongs to early risers, paddlers and the pink light on Diamond Head.
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Travel
Islands, itineraries & hidden shores
Ocean & Adventure
Surf, dive, paddle & explore
Pipeline Season: Inside the North Shore's Winter of Consequence
When winter swells wrap onto the reef at Banzai Pipeline, Oʻahu's North Shore becomes the most watched stretch of water in surfing.
Cuisine
Poke, plate lunch & island flavor
The Poke Revolution: How Hawaiʻi's Humble Fish Bowl Conquered the World
Cubed raw fish, shoyu, sea salt and a bowl of rice — poke is Hawaiʻi's gift to the global table, and it started long before the mainland caught on.
Culture
History, hula & living tradition
The Language of Hula: How Hawaiʻi Dances Its History
Far more than a tourist spectacle, hula is a sacred art that preserves the stories, genealogy and spirit of the Hawaiian people.
Beauty & Wellness
Spas, salons & island self-care
The Healing Hands of Lomilomi: Hawaiʻi's Sacred Massage Tradition
Far more than a spa treatment, lomilomi is a traditional Hawaiian healing art that works on body, mind and spirit together.
Real Estate & Living
Homes, neighborhoods & island life
Priced Like Paradise: Making Sense of Honolulu's Housing Market
With some of the highest home prices in the nation, Honolulu's market rewards those who understand what island living really costs.
