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Hawaii
Best handmade Hawaii treats
Chef Peter Merriman shares his eight favorite island treats, from creamy shave ice at Tom's Mini Mart to persimmon jam at Hashimoto's.
Great books for Hawaii lovers
Everyone on your holiday list can enjoy armchair travel to Hawaii with prose and photos from the islands. 5 great books to buy.
Surf legends of Hawaii
The death ofsurfer Andy Irons placed him in a pantheon of legendary wave riders, from Duke Kahanamoku to Woody Brown. Their stories »
6 different ways to make waves
Tired of just swimming and snorkeling? Try spearfishing, outrigger canoeing and night diving with manta rays and gain new respect for Hawaiian seas and sea life. Photos.
Hawaii Insider
Hilo, eh? New Bay Area flights, new Hertz NeverLost Hawaii app
You've probably heard by now that the merged United-Continental will begin flying from San Francisco and Los...
Top Destinations
Waikiki's 5 hottest music spots
From a Grammy nominee at the Hilton Village to slack-key virtuosos at the Outrigger, here's where to find Oahu's red-hot music scene.
Food
Where to go gourmet on Kauai
On the Garden Isle, a new crop of chefs are preparing cutting-edge dishes from locally sourced veggies and sustainable seafood. Photos.
Family
Best family-friendly beaches
Traveling with kids? You'll love these sandy strands, many of which offer easy access, restrooms, and wading areas.
Romantic
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.
Outdoors
Preserving Hawaii's rare plants
The Limahuli Garden on Kauai's North Shore celebrates indigenous people's ties to the land, as well as the islands' endangered plant heritage.
Budget
Shaving costs of summer travel
From airfare tips to lodging deals, we've found dozens of great ways to save on a summer vacation in the islands. Photos.
More Hawaii Stories
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 »
Best gifts to give Hawaii
It's time to give back to the islands, by donating to conservation groups or volunteering to save a reef or surf break.
5 upcountry pleasures on tiny Lanai
Is there anything better than a Hawaiian beach? We found 5 reasons to say "yes" in Lanai's upcountry hills.
Islander or imposter?
Our intrepid reporter unearths a slew of celebrities with ties — both real and imagined — to Hawaii. Find out who's a true islander and who ain't.
Hawaii's lighter side
Lighthouses along Hawaii's lava-strewn shoreline illuminate the islands' unique history, geography and culture.
Best Hawaii beach reads
From stories of Oahu picture brides to tales of Pearl Harbor mayhem and murder, these titles offer a juicy, vicarious experience of Hawaii.
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Aloha Friday
Kauai dining: Where to go gourmet on the Garden Isle
Kaua'i may be called the Garden Island, but it hasn't alway been easy for...
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