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1 week ago | 
hawaiimagazine.com | Grace Maeda
One of my favorite beaches on Maui is on the island’s West Side—and no, it’s not Kāʻanapali Beach. It’s Kahekili Beach, right around the corner. The lesser-known shoreline is just north of its famous next-door neighbor, on the other side of Puʻu Kekaʻa, aka Black Rock. Like many of the beaches on this side of the island, the sands of Kahekili are golden and the waters are unbelievably clear. Here, the conditions are perfect for snorkeling or just floating in the water and soaking in the rays.
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1 week ago | 
hawaiimagazine.com | Grace Maeda
Thanks to a diverse bounty of local farms and producers, these restaurants are raising the bar with innovative farm-to-table dining experiences on the Big Island. Hawaiʻi Island is home to an incredible variety of local farms and producers, providing chefs with the opportunity to prepare creative dishes with the freshest ingredients available. Across the island, you’ll find restaurants committed to working and supporting local farms, ranchers and fishermen.
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1 month ago | 
hawaiimagazine.com | Grace Maeda
It’s well-known among locals that if you’re visiting Hawaiʻi Island, you better return with delicious omiyage (gifts) to share. From fluffy sweet bread to delightful strawberry mochi, some seriously iconic sweet treats can be enjoyed on Hawaiʻi Island. According to HAWAIʻI Magazine readers, these are the best bakeries on the Big Island in 2025. READ MORE: 10 Eateries Every Traveler to Hawaiʻi Island Should Visit 1.
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1 month ago | 
hawaiimagazine.com | Grace Maeda
With a new retail location at Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows, the market invites shoppers to the island’s West Side. Mana Up just made its retail debut on Maui this May. Located at Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows on the island’s West Side, The Mana Up Market highlights one-of-a-kind products from local entrepreneurs who participated in Mana Up’s esteemed accelerator program.
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1 month ago | 
hawaiimagazine.com | Grace Maeda
Hawaiʻi is a top travel destination thanks to its beautiful beaches, which are among the best in the world. Stretches of golden coastlines and The Hawaiian Islands are famous for their golden shorelines. But here are the top 5 beaches in Hawaiʻi, according to HAWAIʻI Magazine Readers
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1 month ago | 
hawaiimagazine.com | Grace Maeda
The Hawaiian Islands are famous for their golden shorelines. But here are the top 5 beaches in Hawaiʻi, according to our readers. (Spoiler alert: There’s a new winner!) Hawaiʻi is a top travel destination thanks to its beautiful beaches, which are among the best in the world. Stretches of golden coastlines and crystal-clear waters help define the Islands as paradise. It’s nearly impossible to create a list of the best beaches in the Islands, so we ask our readers every year.
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1 month ago | 
hawaiimagazine.com | Grace Maeda
The votes have been tallied, and the results are in! Here’s a ranked list of the best islands in Hawaiʻi, according to HAWAIʻI Magazine readers. After much anticipation, HAWAIʻI Magazine’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards is available and on newsstands! (Get your copy here.) From the best beaches and hiking trails to family-friendly resorts and lūʻau, this list represents the best of the best in Hawaiʻi.
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1 month ago | 
hawaiimagazine.com | Grace Maeda
Stringing the legacy of lei in Hawaiʻi with cool clubhouse vibes, The Lei Stand is back and in a fresh spot in Waikīkī. Waikīkī is welcoming a new addition to the neighborhood—just in time for Hawaiʻi’s annual “May Day is Lei Day” celebration on May 1. Tucked in the Romer House Waikīkī, The Lei Stand Waikīkī pays tribute to the legacy of local lei shops and the timeless symbol of aloha, all while embodying modern Island style.
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2 months ago | 
hawaiimagazine.com | Grace Maeda
At Waiola Shave Ice, there’s a comforting sense of nostalgia, even for first-timers. Whether it’s the familiar syrup flavors or the charm of the shop—or both—Waiola Shave Ice remains an endearing classic on Oʻahu. The family-run shop, tucked in Mōʻiliʻili about a 10-minute drive from Waikīkī, has specialized in shave ice since the late 1970s, luring beachgoers after a day in the sun. Early on, people would hear about Waiola Shave Ice through word of mouth.
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2 months ago | 
hawaiimagazine.com | Grace Maeda
Venture up the slopes of Haleakalā and you’ll fall in love with this charming region of the Valley Isle. Maui is known for its golden shores, from Mākena to Kāʻanapali Beach. But the beauty of the Valley Isle extends beyond its gorgeous beaches. As you travel up the slopes of Haleakalā, you’ll quickly realize this peaceful region is marked by rolling hills, a sea of purple jacaranda trees and panoramic views of the island.
