The giants of slack key

The giants of slack key

Berkeley-born slack key guitar expert Patrick Landeza shares his thoughts on the musicians that helped define Hawaii's historical sound.

Georgia O'Keeffe's visit to Hawaii
Accomodations that sparkle

Accomodations that sparkle

Some of these hotels and restaurants may be expensive, but the 4- or 5-diamond ranking from AAA means they put service first. Check them out: Full list | Photos

Best reader recommendations

Best reader recommendations

From safety tips to the best places to grab a bite, Aloha Friday readers offer up their recommendations for travelers with a trip to Hawaii in the works.

Bargain stays in Hawaii

Bargain stays in Hawaii

Of all the positive Hawaii travel trends in 2011 — and things to take advantage of in 2012 — the one that most affects visitors' wallets is the growth in moderately priced chain hotels.

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Magic kingdom of Ko Olina

Magic kingdom of Ko Olina

Long before Disney decided to build a resort in West Oahu, Ko Olina's lagoons, luaus and spas offered a magical manicured playground.

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Outdoors

Hot spots for lava lovers

Hot spots for lava lovers

Experience the power of Pele inside subterranean lava caves, along hikes past crystal-covered trees, or while swimming in geothermal pools.

6 ways to make waves in Hawaii Preserving Hawaii's rare plants

Food

Hawaii's hottest local liquors

Hawaii's hottest local liquors

Discover the distilleries and mead makers that are distinguishing themselves with island-grown ingredients.

Oahu food trucks on a roll Chef picks Hawaii's best handmade treats

Arts & Culture

Honoring Hawaii's departed

Honoring Hawaii's departed

Hawaii's toro nagashi events pay tribute to tsunami victims and loved ones with dancing, drumming and a sea of floating lanterns.

Waikiki's 5 hottest music spots Your favorite Hawaiian music

Family

Family vacations for less

Family vacations for less

The best things in life may not always be free, but for families traveling to Oahu, it helps if they're at least inexpensive. Our picks.

Best family-friendly beaches

Romantic

Best spots to tie the knot

Best spots to tie the knot

Every season is wedding season in Hawai'i, thanks to its romantic venues, year-round warm weather and instant-honeymoon appeal.

More Hawaii Stories

Trouble in paradise?

Trouble in paradise?

Discover the issues — native sovereignty, militarization and environmental degregation — beneath Hawaii's serene surface.
Readers share Hawaii tips

Readers share Hawaii tips

Readers respond to past columns with tips of their own, from the best spots to tie the knot to local delicacies worth sniffing out.
5 books for Hawaii lovers

5 books for Hawaii lovers

Everyone on your gift list can enjoy armchair travel to Hawaii with prose and photos from the islands.
Say Aloha to Chinatown

Say Aloha to Chinatown

This corner of downtown Honolulu is a fascinating place to explore two centuries of Chinese art and culture in Hawaii. Our guide »

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