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VIDEO: HAWAII takes a glider ride over Oahu's North Shore

<a href="mailto:derekp@hawaiimagazine.com">Derek Paiva</a> — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 11:08:19 GMT

VIDEO: HAWAII takes a glider ride over Oahu's North Shore

In the November/December 2009 issue of HAWAII Magazine, we take you with us on a glider flight above Oahu’s scenic North Shore.

With pilots Steve Wood and Meagan Nauman of Original Glider Rides at the controls, I got a chance to sit in the forward cockpit seat of a motorless glider for a breathtaking bird’s eye view of the North Shore coastline.

Short of sprouting wings of our own or hangliding, riding in a glider is the closest to being free as a bird that most humans are likely to experience. If you&rsquo...

Kona Coffee Cultural Festival begins. The schedule. Best 4 events to check out.

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:15:02 GMT

Kona Coffee Cultural Festival begins. The schedule. Best 4 events to check out.

This week in Kailua-Kona, it’s all about the coffee. Kona coffee, that is.

The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival—one of Hawaii’s oldest food fests—begins its 39th annual celebration of the bean that made the Kailua-Kona coast famous on Friday, Nov. 6. If you’re on the Big Island of Hawaii this week, make sure you’re in Kona for at least one of the fest’s nine days of activities, parades, coffee picking contests, farm tours, coffee competitions and, of course, multitude of Kona coffee tastings.

Festival events begin on Fri...

Your Top 5 favorite Hawaii snacks: Our HAWAII Magazine Facebook poll results

<a href="mailto:derekp@hawaiimagazine.com">Derek Paiva</a> — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:54:34 GMT

Your Top 5 favorite Hawaii snacks: Our HAWAII Magazine Facebook poll results

Lately, we’ve been asking our HAWAII Magazine Facebook fans about a few of their favorite things.

A few of their favorite “Hawaii” things, that is.

If you're one of those fans, perhaps you've seen our “What’s your favorite Hawaii _______?” poll questions on our HAWAII Magazine Facebook fan page.

We're seriously impressed! You’ve been voting and sharing some great "favorites" with us and other HawaiiMagazine.com readers.

So we knew we’d get some interesting answers from our Facebook o...

End of an era: Maui Land & Pineapple closing its pineapple operations

<a href="mailto:derekp@hawaiimagazine.com">Derek Paiva</a> — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:07:11 GMT

End of an era: Maui Land & Pineapple closing its pineapple operations
Maui Land & Pineapple, Inc., announced Tuesday that it would shut down all pineapple operations by the end of the year, after a century of growing the signature Hawaii fruit on the Island.

The Kahului, Maui-based land, resort and ag holding company said its Maui Pineapple Co. subsidiary would cease new planting immediately, and end its fresh pineapple harvesting and distribution operation by the end of the year. Maui Land & Pineapple is currently the largest pineapple grower in Hawaii. The company harvested more than 92,000 tons of pineapple in 2008, primarily retailing the fruit in stores and onl...

Hawaii’s Saint Damien celebrated. Relic now on permanent display here.

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:26:45 GMT

Hawaii’s Saint Damien celebrated. Relic now on permanent display here.
After a long journey across the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, the relic of Hawaii’s Saint Damien last week finished its three-week journey—from the Vatican City, through Michigan and California and, finally, to the Hawaiian Islands.

Saint Damien de Veuster cared for the people who suffered from Hansen’s disease (leprosy) in Hawaii for 16 years on the island of Molokai’s Hawaii’s Father Damien was at the center of international interest earlier this month when he was canonized a saint by the Catholic Church in ceremonies at the Vatican.

Those ceremonies and celebrations in Rome are now over. But a tour of a Damien relic concludes in Hawaii this week, accompanied by many events happening at neighborhoo...

Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives in Hawaii. Here’s where Guy Fieri dug in.

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 10:38:06 GMT

Food Network’s <i>Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives</i> in Hawaii. Here’s where Guy Fieri dug in.
The "train to Flavortown" has finally made a stop in Hawaii.

Food Network personality Guy Fieri has been busy running around Oahu this week, filming segments for his popular show Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. It’s the show’s first visit to the Islands.

On Diners, the ebullient Fieri—known more, perhaps, for his over-the-top antics at the DD&Ds he visits and spiked bleach-blonde hair than culinary chops—takes viewers on a continuing gastronomic road trip across America, showcasing dozens of casual eateries and dini...

Savin’ the Ditch. Where can I get a Kohala Ditch t-shirt?

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 10:37:37 GMT

Savin’ the Ditch. Where can I get a Kohala Ditch t-shirt?
HAWAII Magazine subscriber Donald Hinds of Florida recently called us to ask:

“Is there any way I can purchase a t-shirt to help generate money for the Kohala Ditch restoration effort? I was on the Flumin’ Da Ditch ride two months before the earthquake hit, that damaged it.”

You ask. We answer.

There's good news for Donald, and anyone else who wants to help restore the ditch. The Kohala Ditch Steering Committee would be more than happy to sell you a t-shirt.

The Big Island of Hawaii non-profit organization printed the shirts to raise funds and public aware...

Help! I need a good Mai Tai mix! Right now!

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:58:59 GMT

Help! I need a good Mai Tai mix! Right now!
HAWAII Magazine reader Raymond Bertrand of Grapevine, Texas, sent us an e-mail with the subject line: “Help! Help!”:

While in Hawaii, I really like those mai tais. However, I cannot seem to find a decent mai tai mix here in Texas. Could you help us? I've looked on Google, but I'm not sure which one of those mixes are good or not. Your help in finding a mai tai mix that's not all corn syrup (I'm allergic to corn, by the way) would be greatly appreciated.

You ask, we answer.

We’re pleased to have discovered on our last trip to Kaua‘i an excellent mai tai mix bottled by Ha...

Jack Johnson on his upcoming Hawaii shows, new live CD/DVD, next studio album

<a href="mailto:derekp@hawaiimagazine.com">Derek Paiva</a> — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:41:50 GMT

Jack Johnson on his upcoming Hawaii shows, new live CD/DVD, next studio album

When we rang up Hawaii singer-songwriter-musician Jack Johnson at his home on Oahu’s North Shore, he immediately gave us a weather and surf report: two to four foot surf, breaking off shore, and clear blue skies.

The surf wasn't tempting enough for a seasoned surfer like Johnson. But that's good, he's supposed to be staying off his surfboard because of a strained hamstring.

“It happened a couple of months ago,” said Johnson. “I kept surfing on it, but it just didn’t feel right so I’ve been limiting myself to bodysurfing, which has been good.”

It's hard to believe...

Lost creators and cast discuss series' final season in Hawaii

<a href="mailto:derekp@hawaiimagazine.com">Derek Paiva</a> — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 03:02:39 GMT

<i>Lost</i> creators and cast discuss series' final season in Hawaii
Several hundred fans of the hit ABC TV series Lost gathered in a Waikiki theater on Saturday evening to learn, well, absolutely nothing about the sixth and final season of the mystery drama, currently filming on Oahu.

Not that there was any surprise in that.

The guests of honor at the Hawaii International Film Festival-sponsored “Evening with Damon Lindelof and Carlton Cuse” are well known by the show’s rabid worldwide fan base for being unflinchingly protective of Lost secrets. Officially, Lindelof and Cuse are ...

"Champagne & Sushi" with Hawaii Chef Roy Yamaguchi—everywhere but Hawaii

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:13:57 GMT

"Champagne & Sushi" with Hawaii Chef Roy Yamaguchi—everywhere but Hawaii
Usually, we’re telling you what you’re missing because you’re not in Hawaii. Here’s a switch.

You can have a gala sushi and champagne dinner at Hawaii superchef Roy Yamaguchi’s restaurants next month—everywhere but in Hawaii.

Yamaguchi's five-course "Champagne & Sushi Dinner" takes place in his restaurants nationwide on November 10 (and November 9 in Baltimore, Md., a city always ahead of the curve).

The “sensual dining experience,” as Roy’s describes it, includes three courses of sushi, a Waygu beef entrée and dessert, all paired with Moë...

HIFF begins! The schedule. The 4 films we can't wait to see.

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:46:07 GMT

HIFF begins! The schedule. The 4 films we can't wait to see.

Film fanatics rejoice! The Hawaii International Film Festival is back!

The 29th annual installment of HIFF begins today and runs through the Oct. 25, 2009, with films screening at Regal Dole Cannery Stadium 18 Cinemas on Oahu.

Since its founding in 1981, HIFF has become the premier festival in the Islands for Hawaii, domestic and international independent film. The fest's signature mission in recent years, however, has been procuring the best cinema from Asia and the Pacific Rim—often films you won’t find anywhere else in one place. This year, more than 170 films from around the world will be screened at HIFF, continuing the festival’s global span.

You’ll find the entire HIFF schedule here

But enough...

Hawaii interisland airlines go! and Mokulele merging air services

<a href="mailto:derekp@hawaiimagazine.com">Derek Paiva</a> — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:11:42 GMT

Hawaii interisland airlines go! and Mokulele merging air services
Hawaii interisland air carriers go! and Mokulele will merge air services in a partnership announced today by the parent companies of both airlines.

Got a reservation for either carrier? Here’s what you need to know:

• Both go! and Mokulele will continue to operate Hawaii interisland flights and book reservations under their respective brand names, but will fly as one airline go! Mokulele.

• Passengers can continue to book reservations on go! and Mokulele through each carrier's respective Web sites.

• Existing reserva...

Pearl Harbor’s Battleship Missouri Memorial closing for repairs until January 2010

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:00:33 GMT

Pearl Harbor’s Battleship Missouri Memorial closing for repairs until January 2010

The "Mighty Mo" is getting a makeover.

The Battleship Missouri Memorial in Pearl Harbor on Oahu closes to the public this week until January 2010 for extensive maintenance and preservation work. The retired Naval vessel and floating museum—site of the Empire of Japan’s surrender, ending World War II—will enter drydock on Oct. 14, to begin the three-month, $18 million project.

Pearl Harbor officials are expecting hundreds in attendance tomorrow—both at an invitation-only ceremony at the Missouri’s dock, and across th...

"Best of Hawaii" 2009: Our favorite Hawaii restaurants

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:29:02 GMT

"Best of Hawaii" 2009: Our favorite Hawaii restaurants

Over the last few weeks, we’ve been sharing a few of our favorite "favorites" lists from our annual HAWAII Magazine “Best of Hawaii” issue here on HawaiiMagazine.com.

Our favorite Hawaii road trips? You saw ‘em here.

Our favorite Hawaii places to shop? Right here.

Our ...

Hawaii’s Father Damien: From priesthood to sainthood

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 02:52:47 GMT

Hawaii’s Father Damien: From priesthood to sainthood

Hawaii celebrates its first official Catholic saint, Father Damien de Veuster, this weekend in Rome and in the Islands.

Several hundred Hawaii residents have traveled halfway around the world to attend the canonization in Rome on Sunday. (The ceremony will be broadcast live on television and streamed live online. For more on the canonization events and a TV schedule, click here.) In Hawaii, Catholic parish and school groups across the...

Food, family fun, fresh fish at this weekend's Hawaii Fishing & Seafood Festival

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 02:21:51 GMT

Food, family fun, fresh fish at this weekend's Hawaii Fishing & Seafood Festival

Fishing is big in Hawaii, and that's why nearly 20,000 people show up for the annual Hawaii Fishing & Seafood Festival, happening this Sunday at the Honolulu Fishing Village at Pier 38.

You don't have to be a fisherman to enjoy this festival. In fact, the ratio of fishermen to foodies definitely weighs in favor of the food lovers. There are plenty of food booths, with an array of local food and seafood industry vendors.

If you're simply curious about how fish gets to your plate, you can tour a fishing boat and the place where Honolulu's famous fish auctions happen on weekdays. A d...

Ironman Triathlon, Molokai Hoe headline sports-filled October in Hawaii

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 01:40:08 GMT

Ironman Triathlon, Molokai Hoe headline sports-filled October in Hawaii
Outdoor activities and sports—both extreme and not-so-extreme—are perennially popular in the Islands. In a place where the passing of seasons from, say, fall to winter is marked mostly by a change from warm sunny days to, well, cool sunny days, that's not much of a surprise.

But each October, we're reminded just how perfect Hawaii's location and weather are for a diversity of outdoor activities. This comes courtesy of two of the state's most-enduring, challenging and world-renowned homegrown sports events—

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VIDEO: HAWAII takes a glider ride over Oahu's North Shore

VIDEO: HAWAII takes a glider ride over Oahu's North Shore

Kona Coffee Cultural Festival begins. The schedule. Best 4 events to check out.

Kona Coffee Cultural Festival begins. The schedule. Best 4 events to check out.

Your Top 5 favorite Hawaii snacks: Our HAWAII Magazine Facebook poll results

Your Top 5 favorite Hawaii snacks: Our HAWAII Magazine Facebook poll results

End of an era: Maui Land & Pineapple closing its pineapple operations

End of an era: Maui Land & Pineapple closing its pineapple operations

Hawaii’s Saint Damien celebrated. Relic now on permanent display here.

Hawaii’s Saint Damien celebrated. Relic now on permanent display here.

Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives in Hawaii. Here’s where Guy Fieri dug in.

Food Network’s <i>Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives</i> in Hawaii. Here’s where Guy Fieri dug in.

Savin’ the Ditch. Where can I get a Kohala Ditch t-shirt?

Savin’ the Ditch. Where can I get a Kohala Ditch t-shirt?

Help! I need a good Mai Tai mix! Right now!

Help! I need a good Mai Tai mix! Right now!

Jack Johnson on his upcoming Hawaii shows, new live CD/DVD, next studio album

Jack Johnson on his upcoming Hawaii shows, new live CD/DVD, next studio album

Lost creators and cast discuss series' final season in Hawaii

<i>Lost</i> creators and cast discuss series' final season in Hawaii

"Champagne & Sushi" with Hawaii Chef Roy Yamaguchi—everywhere but Hawaii

"Champagne & Sushi" with Hawaii Chef Roy Yamaguchi—everywhere but Hawaii

HIFF begins! The schedule. The 4 films we can't wait to see.

HIFF begins! The schedule. The 4 films we can't wait to see.

Hawaii interisland airlines go! and Mokulele merging air services

Hawaii interisland airlines go! and Mokulele merging air services

Pearl Harbor’s Battleship Missouri Memorial closing for repairs until January 2010

Pearl Harbor’s Battleship Missouri Memorial closing for repairs until January 2010

"Best of Hawaii" 2009: Our favorite Hawaii restaurants

"Best of Hawaii" 2009: Our favorite Hawaii restaurants

Hawaii’s Father Damien: From priesthood to sainthood

Hawaii’s Father Damien: From priesthood to sainthood

Food, family fun, fresh fish at this weekend's Hawaii Fishing & Seafood Festival

Food, family fun, fresh fish at this weekend's Hawaii Fishing & Seafood Festival

Ironman Triathlon, Molokai Hoe headline sports-filled October in Hawaii

Ironman Triathlon, Molokai Hoe headline sports-filled October in Hawaii

Hawaiimagazine.com | HAWAII Today

VIDEO: HAWAII takes a glider ride over Oahu's North Shore

VIDEO: HAWAII takes a glider ride over Oahu's North Shore

Kona Coffee Cultural Festival begins. The schedule. Best 4 events to check out.

Kona Coffee Cultural Festival begins. The schedule. Best 4 events to check out.

Your Top 5 favorite Hawaii snacks: Our HAWAII Magazine Facebook poll results

Your Top 5 favorite Hawaii snacks: Our HAWAII Magazine Facebook poll results

End of an era: Maui Land & Pineapple closing its pineapple operations

End of an era: Maui Land & Pineapple closing its pineapple operations

Hawaii’s Saint Damien celebrated. Relic now on permanent display here.

Hawaii&rsquo;s Saint Damien celebrated. Relic now on permanent display here.

Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives in Hawaii. Here’s where Guy Fieri dug in.

Food Network&rsquo;s <i>Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives</i> in Hawaii. Here&rsquo;s where Guy Fieri dug in.

Savin’ the Ditch. Where can I get a Kohala Ditch t-shirt?

Savin&rsquo; the Ditch. Where can I get a Kohala Ditch t-shirt?

Help! I need a good Mai Tai mix! Right now!

Help! I need a good Mai Tai mix! Right now!

Jack Johnson on his upcoming Hawaii shows, new live CD/DVD, next studio album

Jack Johnson on his upcoming Hawaii shows, new live CD/DVD, next studio album

Lost creators and cast discuss series' final season in Hawaii

<i>Lost</i> creators and cast discuss series' final season in Hawaii

"Champagne & Sushi" with Hawaii Chef Roy Yamaguchi—everywhere but Hawaii

"Champagne & Sushi" with Hawaii Chef Roy Yamaguchi&mdash;everywhere but Hawaii

HIFF begins! The schedule. The 4 films we can't wait to see.

HIFF begins! The schedule. The 4 films we can't wait to see.

Hawaii interisland airlines go! and Mokulele merging air services

Hawaii interisland airlines go! and Mokulele merging air services

Pearl Harbor’s Battleship Missouri Memorial closing for repairs until January 2010

Pearl Harbor&rsquo;s Battleship Missouri Memorial closing for repairs until January 2010

"Best of Hawaii" 2009: Our favorite Hawaii restaurants

"Best of Hawaii" 2009: Our favorite Hawaii restaurants

Hawaii’s Father Damien: From priesthood to sainthood

Hawaii&rsquo;s Father Damien: From priesthood to sainthood

Food, family fun, fresh fish at this weekend's Hawaii Fishing & Seafood Festival

Food, family fun, fresh fish at this weekend's Hawaii Fishing & Seafood Festival

Ironman Triathlon, Molokai Hoe headline sports-filled October in Hawaii

Ironman Triathlon, Molokai Hoe headline sports-filled October in Hawaii

Hawaii’s Saint Damien celebrated. Relic now on permanent display here.

Food Network’s <i>Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives</i> in Hawaii. Here’s where Guy Fieri dug in.

Savin’ the Ditch. Where can I get a Kohala Ditch t-shirt?

"Champagne & Sushi" with Hawaii Chef Roy Yamaguchi—everywhere but Hawaii

Pearl Harbor’s Battleship Missouri Memorial closing for repairs until January 2010

Hawaii’s Father Damien: From priesthood to sainthood