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Hawaii's Ancient OnesGreen sea turtles, known in Hawaii as honu, are one of the few species on the planet so ancient that they swam alongside dinosaurs during the Jurassic period. |
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Lomilomi at Halelea SpaJust as the flowing water of a mountain stream polishes the rough edges of the rocks beneath, so the strong, gentle hands of a gifted lomilomi practitioner smooth the tension from sore, travel-weary muscles |
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Organic BeautyFor as long as women have been cooking, they’ve been whipping up their own skin care concoctions in the kitchen. With ingredients like fresh fruit from a nearby orchard or smashed tomatoes from a local farmers market, you can make skin care potions that smell good, feel good, and do good |
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Get SaltyWhat’s so great about salt? Salt is salt—right? Although we usually perceive the crystal-like substance as a food additive found on the dinner table, salt is in fact one of the greatest gifts provided by nature |
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Coconut HealthWhat makes coconuts so healthy? Cultures that include coconuts in their regular diet have the lowest heart disease rates in the world. |
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The Land of Aloha ShirtsThere is no other piece of clothing more recognizable around the world than the Aloha shirt. Its signature bold designs and vivid colors have been known to induce feelings of the “Aloha Spirit” whether near or far to the islands of Hawaii |
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Epic WaterfallsOn an island that lays claim to one of the wettest spots in the world in Mt. Waialeale, it’s no surprise there are a myriad of magnificent Kauai waterfalls |
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Get AirborneSightseeing at its highest, take a helicopter tour of the Big Island to view verdant tropical rainforests, get close to the world’s most active volcano, count hundreds of stunning waterfalls... |
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Step OffDefy gravity and pump up your adrenaline as you zipline high above terra firma through the verdant Albizia Forest or soar directly above an incredible 250-ft waterfall |
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Vacation in a GlassAfter arriving in Hawaii, nothing screams, “I’m on vacation!” more than enjoying a refreshing tropical libation during what would be normal working hours wearing a different kind of suit. |
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Q & A with Executive Chef Fabrice HuetBorn in Paris, The St. Regis Princeville Resort’s Executive Chef Fabrice Huet hails from four generations of culinary wisdom going back to his great-great grandmother who owned a relais (private inn and restaurant) in Normandy and Loire |
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Local GrindzHere in Hawaii, you can forget about counting calories as local cuisine never fails to be hearty and sinfully delicious. For the newbies looking for a little “in,” we’re here to provide an essential guide to some of the most popular local food dishes. |
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Ambassadors of AlohaThe names are iconic: Chick Daniels, Turkey Love, Splash Lyons, Rabbit Kekai, Squeeze Kamana and Blackout Willie. They were the young men, some in their teens, who frequented Waikiki teaching malihini (newcomers) how to surf, paddle in the early decades of the 20th century |
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Goat's Milk Does a Body GoodFor some, the thought of drinking goat’s milk may sound strange, maybe even unusual. People drink goat’s milk? Believe it or not, many do! With essential vitamins and nutrients, goat’s milk is as close as you can get to a perfect, natural food |
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A Match Made in ParadiseHawaiian cuisine is a fusion of East meets West. Multiethnic immigrants from Europe to the South Pacific have, over the years, relocated to the isolated island chain, bringing with them their unique culinary staples that have been unified to form the modern menu of Hawaiian gastronomy |
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Got Beef?When visitors first arrive in Hawaii, they are sometimes surprised to find cattle dotting the slopes of volcanoes, grazing serenely, oblivious to the beauty around them. In fact, Hawaii’s cattle history goes back to 1793 when Captain George Vancouver presented the first cows in Hawaii to King Kamehameha |
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The Tavern at PrincevilleFor more than two decades, Oahu-based Chef Roy Yamaguchi (founder of Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine) has earned a reputation for combining the island’s best local ingredients with his own formal training and eclectic appreciation of food to create artfully composed dishes that place as much emphasis on pleasing the eye as the palate |
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Fiery TorchWhile many species of flowering ginger can be found in the Hawaiian Islands, the most resplendent and regal of them all is the torch ginger |
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Tiki CultureCarving is one of the oldest known art forms with documented stone specimens dating 25,000 years ago. One of the most famous is the tiki, known as ki‘i in Hawaii, large wood and stone carvings of humanoid forms deriving from the Central Eastern Polynesian cultures |
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Drinking the TropicsLooking for a taste of Hawaii? Try the perfect tropical blend of passion fruit, orange and guava nectar for the luscious and refreshing beverage described as the very taste of the Hawaiian Islands |
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Butterflies of the SeaThe Ornate Butterflyfish is considered one of the most unique and beautiful inhabitants of Hawaii tropical reefs and worldwide |
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Keahua ArboretumKauai features an endless array of beauty and adventure. At every turn, another breathtaking natural vista presents itself. Kauai’s East Side, often referred to as the “Coconut Coast,” is home to Keahua Arboretum, one of the island’s most lush and serene treasures |
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Green with BeautyThe sexy fruit. The Aztec once referred to the avocado as the fertility fruit, savored as the “fruit of the gods” |
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WaikikiInterlaced through high fashion shops and exquisite restaurants are clusters and strings of buildings that edge along the soft sandy shores of one of the most recognized beaches in the world. |
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Oahu's North ShoreIt is the coast primarily that brings people to this side of the island. Lured by fabled visions of water warriors battling the ceaseless surf on wooden boards through tides that vary in intensity and threat |
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Honolulu and ChinatownEclectic and funky would be the best way to describe this historic enclave where some of the streets are still made out cobblestone. |
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Kailua and East OahuBordered by the Koolau Mountain Range, the eastside of Oahu manages to maintain a small town vibe with a high-end feel. |
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South OahuMuch like the other islands, the southern tip of Oahu is known for its sunshine and temperate weather. Small suburban pockets fill the ridges and valleys of the south end of the Koolau Range |
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West OahuSituated along the slopes of the Waianae mountain range, is the Ewa plain. Known as “the second city,” the west side of Oahu is undergoing rapid development |
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Find it All on OahuIn the dark of the night, the city lights of Honolulu reveal an island as alive with nightlife as it is with wildlife |
