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Kauaʻi’s lush landscapes, laid-back feel, and local community spirit make it a memorable home for anyone who’s been lucky enough to live on the island. For some, Kauaʻi is a dream destination. For others, Kauaʻi is a jumping-off point for new adventures, either on another island, the U.S. mainland, or abroad. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell real estate on Kauaʻi, you’re in the right place to get a handle on the Kauaʻi real estate market. Below, we’ll offer real estate trends and trips for Kauaʻi buyers and sellers, so you have all the intel you need to make your next move. In This...

What better way to explore the island beauty of Oahu than on your own two feet? Oahu is full of picturesque trails offering out-of-this-world views and breathtaking landscapes. Thanks to AllTrails, a website where hikers can rate the trails they adventure on, we’ve put together a list of 10 of the best hikes to check out on the island. Whether you’re new to hiking or a seasoned pro, you’re sure to find a hike that’s just right for you! View this post on Instagram A post shared by {Instagram Handle} 10. Lanikai Pillboxes via Ka’iwa Ridge Trail This 0.9-mile out-and-back trail near Kailua, Oahu, offers...

Interisland freight is a lifeline for the state of Hawaiʻi. Interisland freight service keeps all of Hawaiʻi’s islands connected—Oʻahu, Maui, Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, Kauaʻi, and the Big Island. Additionally, since Honolulu Harbor acts as a major freight hub for mainland and international freight, interisland freight transportation ultimately connects all of Hawaiʻi’s neighbor islands to the rest of the world. If you need to move Hawaiʻi freight interisland, we’ll show you everything you need to know to ensure that your cargo moves safely, easily, and efficiently. The two main modes you’ll leverage for interisland cargo will be air freight and ocean freight. Trucking (over-the-road freight) also plays...

“Hula is the art of Hawaiian dance expressing all that we see, hear, feel, taste, touch, and smell; hula is life.” –Kumu Hula Maiki Aiu Lake   “Hula, song (mele), and chant (oli) were the opera house, library, and cultural center of the Hawaiian people.” –Historian Nathaniel B. Emerson Hula occupies a powerful role in Native Hawaiian culture. This traditional practice has been used to honor Native Hawaiian deities, to share history, to pass along stories, to explain origins of natural phenomena, and to entertain—among other functions. In this article, we’ll take you on a deep dive into hula, so you can better understand this...

More people live on Oʻahu than any other Hawaiian Island—right around 1 million, based on recent census data. About 350,000 of those residents live in Honolulu, Oʻahu’s largest “city”—and the largest urban area in Hawaiʻi. With some of the nation’s highest housing prices, Hawaiʻi can be a challenging place for the real estate—but the tips and insights you’ll find in this article can help make the process easier. If you’re in the market for a home on Oʻahu, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know, including: Home Types on Oʻahu What kind of spaces will you find on the island? What’s different from...

Waikīkī Beach sees more than four million visitors every year. But did you know that just over 18,000 Oʻahu residents call Waikīkī home? If you love being right in the middle of it all—with easy access to shops, world-class restaurants, and, of course, the beach—Waikīkī may be just the spot for you. In this guide, you’ll get an insider’s look at this action-packed area, including where to live in Waikīkī, where to work, where to shop, and where to play. Welcome to Beautiful Waikīkī Waikīkī is the kind of place that’s inspired many songs—Hawaiian mele and English-language songs alike. Its glittering high-rise buildings, turquoise waters,...