Vistas are amazing, the insects are minimal, the gusts of wind are refreshing, and the tree branches used for balance hold fast. Read more.
Healthy food. Great sandwiches and smoothies. Used to come here a lot during high-school. -Francine, The Real L Word
Gay bar in Waikiki across from zoo. Pretty laid-back gay bar fun during the day on weekends. -Francine, The Real L Word
Beach bar and restaurant. Great view and fun to relax while having a cocktail. -Francine, The Real L Word
Historic Kaimuki's Hidden Treasure! Locally Owned, Big City Diner is a Corporate Partner of UH Athletics and you're always sure to find fans here after the game for late nite dining.
Four Season Resort Maui was nominated for "Best Ultimate Luxury Hotel/Resort" by Logo's 2009 TripOut Gay Travel Awards! Check out the winners & other nominees at http://www.tripoutgaytravel.com/awards
Trail provides a good workout and is best taken on a cool day. Better to wear good hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. While exhausting, it has its exhilarating moments among the thickets
One of the less known hiking trails on Ohau is the Koko Gardens. This area has so many different kinds of plants and vegetation and is a quiet place to spend the day. Rarely many people here.
Can you handle the Mac Daddy Pancake Challenge? You have 90 minutes to eat three 14-inch wide pancakes covered in toppings. As seen on Travel Channel’s Man v. Food Nation.
One of my favorite beach destinations. Also, the 4 wheeler adventure course is amazing...it's where they shot Jurassic Park!
Be sure to get your tickets for Volcom Stone's 4th Annual Volcanic Rock Out Tour featuring Pepper! It comes to Oahu on Dec. 10th!
Walk to towards the Diamond Head Lighthouse. You'll pass a small garden area along the wall that the local surfers created and maintain themselves.
Be sure to check out Mt. Kaala Coffee Company in the lobby - fantastic locally roasted beans. Employees of other hotels *ahem* walk over here for the best lattes in the neighborhood.
Did you know that Waimoku Falls, Maui's largest accessible waterfall, is the highest of the 7 pools of Oheo Gulch, and features a 4 mile roundtrip hike? Just be careful, and mind the 400 foot drop!
Why is Hana Highway probably the best drive in the world? Jump in a car and find out. After 600 coast-hugging curves, 54 bridges, bamboo forests, black sand beaches and endless waterfalls you’ll know.
Oheo Gulch, a part of Haleakala National Park, features 7 pools, of which most are secluded 2 miles upland. When hiking in, be certain to do a safety check on weather and stream conditions of the day.
This lava tube provides spectacular geyser displays, when during the Winter months swells dramatically increase the level of water gushing in. When snapping photos keep a safe distance from the water.
'This photo was taken at the Lanikai Pillboxes. I suggest the nearby Olomana trail for people that aren't afraid/skilled enough for it. Absolutely incredible.' – Submitted by Bernie W. on Facebook
'From the snow to the beach to a waterfall then a rainforest... All in 1 day!' – Submitted by @JeneGreen1 on Twitter
The best experience is a very early rise to get to the summit for sunrise- very cool but takes commitment. Option 2 is to go for sunset. Note- it is busier & the drive down is dark. Both are amazing
You can enjoy traditional Hawaiian food, authentic Japanese food and international delicacies here.
Call ahead to see if chef Nick Mastrascusa has any wild game specials. This restaurant at the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai has a modern Mediterranean menu, view of the ocean & glittery scene. Read more.
Wild boar marinated in garlic & ginger, then slow-cooked in a traditional La Caja China roasting box makes the lunch buffet at this retro-chic resort one of the best on the island. Read more.
Peter Merriman was an early champion of the Hawaiian local food revolution. His group of restaurants serves exquisite boar dishes, from boar bacon at lunch to a massive smoked chop at dinner. Read more.
The Hokulani Imaginarium uses a Digistar II projector along with an array of special effects AV equipment, which makes for a more realistic illusion of movement through space!
Indulge in luxurious treatments and products at the spa that will surely rejuvenate your senses.
Colorful varieties of flavors and colors of shaved ice, hurry to finish before it melts, the portions are huge. -Heather Hurlbert, Top Chef Just Desserts
USS Bowfin - "Pearl Harbor Avenger". Bowfin was built and launched from Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Dec. 7, 1942. Sank 20 vessels.
The "Forgotten Memorial". Only ship named after the state of Utah. The ship was rigged as a mobile target for exercises when she was struck.
"Mighty Mo" was built in 1944, but was the site of the official Japanese declaration of surrender.
Coral reefs, beaches and mist-shrouded volcanic peaks adorn Hawaii's oldest island. Along the Kalalau Trail, mountains plunge 4,000 ft into the Pacific. Take a short hike inland to Hanakapi'ai Falls. Read more.
Beautifully situated on the beach, this boutique hotel has ocean views from its spacious rooms. It's like heaven here with the nature, the service and all.
The best tuna poke on Oahu, says Ed Kenney, chef-owner of Town restaurant. Order a portion tossed with pickled mango, kimchi, boiled peanuts, and poi. More places to eat like a local: tandl.me/12ufz7c
The hotel has a great location being in both in the center and in the nature. Enjoy the great views of your room and enjoy the sea and the sun here.
Out of the three Oahu locations, we head to the shop in this North Shore surf town for Da Green (cucumber, celery, orange, apple, spinach) sipping.
A restaurant's ultimate 5-star review is the presence of off-duty chefs eating at its bar. Classic dishes are supplemented by more unconventional dishes to form a well-rounded, delectable meal.
Macadamia nut pancakes smothered in Mac-nut sauce or a rolled-egg omelet w/ a side of Portuguese sausage should make your decision to wait in line a whole lot easier! -The Perfect Weekend, April 2012
Locals have been lining up here for decades for Waiola's finely shaved ice topped with ingredients like condensed milk.
Try Guava chiffon or Red Velvet pancakes and the crab-cake eggs benedict. This is another Kailua favorite that is well-worth the wait. -The Perfect Weekend, April 2012
Order the char siu tantan. It's not simply a bowl of soup. It’s a meal, especially as it comes with a nice portion of choi sum instead of bean sprouts. Featured in "In Search of the Ultimate Noodle!"
two cute women! they make yummy custard and perfectly syruped shave ice! years of experience! i like the choco syrup one - w/a custard of course!
Stone pot rice lunch combo! Tip: After you scoop out your rice, re-cover the pot, pour in some tea & scrape the crispy rice off the sides to make a delicious porridge. From our 2014 Restaurant Guide.
Channeling Robin Hood with Bow in Hand: At the Sporting Clays on Lanai, try your hand at archery or clay shooting for your chance to win a crystal pineapple.
Sweetheart Rock above Hulopo'e Bay: Enjoy the utmost in romance with someone special. As the sun sets, watch as your shadow is cast on the face of Sweetheart rock.
This is the Four Seasons Hualalai on Kona, and it is worth getting married if just to spend a few days here afterward. Read more.
Legendary surfer and lifeguard Eddie Aikau patrolled the waters at Waimea Bay starting in 1968. Not a single life was lost while he was on duty, sometimes braving waves over 30 feet tall.
Amazing place to catch a sunset and fantastic live entertainment. Food is pretty good too :)
Watch Chris Lieto and the rest of the K-Swiss team the IRONMAN World Championships #KSwissIronman
Visit Chris Quisote at the Da Ala Cart on Ward in the evenings. Follow Chris @daalacart for his daily menu and time scheule.
