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Discord over the phased reopening of West Maui tourism Sunday, which marked two months since the deadly and destructive Lahaina wildfire, was expected to draw gatherings of protesters.

In this episode of "Unpacked by AFAR," we explore the cultural legacy—from surfing to Hawaiian royalty—of Waikīkī, O'ahu, one of Hawai’i's most iconic beaches.

The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority Board of Directors has appointed Blaine Miyasato as the new chair and Mahina Paishon Duarte as the new vice chair.

The luau at the Royal Hawaiian and Moniz Surf School are two ways to connect with Hawaiian culture in Waikiki.

Of the total, $59,040 and 1,092 pounds of food were collected for Maui Food Bank at TS Restaurants’ four Maui locations – Duke’s Beach House Maui, Hula Grill Kāʻanapali, Kimo’s Maui and Leilani’s on the Beach.

LAHAINA — ‘Tis the season of giving! As part of its Legacy of Aloha, T S Restaurants and its eight locations statewide are collecting donations in support o

Fact: It’s impossible to walk around eating a Hula Pie. But how does the Hula Pie Shake compare?

Hawaii Public Radio Visitor satisfaction remains high, despite challenges getting into local restaurants and attractions. Thats according to the latest visitor satisfaction survey from the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority. The report is the third in a series of surveys gauging visitor experience with the Safe Travels Program and their trip. The research and marketing firm Anthology Group conducted the survey throughout May and the results were presented last week during the HTAs board of directors me...

Hawaii Tourism Authority announces new members of its Board of Directors 2 hours ago Hawaii Tourism Authority welcomes Keith “Keone” Downing to serve on its Board of Directors Hawaii Tourism Authority welcomes Sigmund “Sig” Zane to serve on its Board of Directors The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) is pleased to welcome three new appointees to serve on its Board of Directors – Oahu and Kauai restaurateur Dylan Ching; expert waterman, environmentalist and surf shop owner Keith “Keone�...

Mothers of Reinvention From the moment Honolulu shut down in early March 2020, restaurants and bars have valiantly swiveled to counteract the pandemic’s effects. We have had a dazzling choice of takeout (with spots such as Senia turning it into a high art), chef kits (Pai Honolulu had a creative series), and premium produce (MW Restaurant sold farmer friends’ goods). But some are reinventing the integral idea of what a restaurant is. Alejandro “Aker” Briceño, the former Nobu Honolulu p...