We Tried It: Fishing for Our Lunch at Ali‘i Agriculture Farms
Bait your hook, cast your line, catch your lunch and have it cooked up in this fun, no-fuss experience.
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We Tried It: Glow Golf at Olomana Golf Links
We hit the Waimānalo golf course’s driving range for some glow-in-the-dark fun.
We Tried It: Bumper Tubing at Hawai‘i Water Sports Center
We sped through the water holding on to a bumper tube for dear life.
We Tried It: Assisted Stretch at StretchLab
Franchised outlets are opening across the island, including the newest in Kaka‘ako. Here’s what goes down during an “assisted stretch.”
We Tried It: Hawai‘i Polo Club in Waialua
Watch the competition, admire the horses, and take in oceanfront views—it’s polo season in Hawai‘i!
We Tried It: Women’s Self-Defense Class at DVG Jiu Jitsu
Learn how to throw a punch, block unsolicited hugs and hold your ground at this free community women’s self-defense class.
We Tried It: Love Me Knots’ Piercing Party
Get pierced by a professional piercer and shop for jewelry at the label’s lovely Kaimukī showroom.
We Tried It: Hawai‘i Selfie Exhibit
Take pictures with giant manapua, play inside a larger-than-life bento box and defy gravity in a topsy-turvy room at this artsy exhibit.
We Tried It: Studio Norae’s Wheel Pottery Class
Create beautiful ceramics at artist Lauren Shin’s peaceful Kāne‘ohe studio.
We Tried It: Ke‘alohi Surf’s LED Stand-Up Paddleboard Tour
Nightlife never looked so bright on O‘ahu’s North Shore.
We Tried It: Loess Spa Korean Body Scrub and Meridian Therapy
Start the new year fresh at this Korean bathhouse and spa, where you’ll be cleansed inside and out.
We Tried It: Gem Studio Jewelry-Making Workshop
Become a silversmith and create a custom piece of jewelry with your chosen gems.
We Tried It: Cat Café MOFF
A new café opened this September at International Market Place for feline enthusiasts, and it’s purrrfect for keiki.
We Tried It: Taking the (Cold) Plunge
We visited the new Hawai‘i Move Lab in Kalihi to attempt contrast therapy, time in a hot sauna followed by a dip in freezing cold water.
We Tried It: Wave808 Karaoke
The new karaoke spot on Sheridan Street offers swanky rooms, high-tech karaoke equipment and a solid drink menu.
We Tried It: Hi Honey Farm Tour
Dress up as a beekeeper, hunt for the queen bee, watch newborn bees hatch, and taste 10+ local honeys at a lush farm on the North Shore.
O‘ahu Hike We Like: Koko Crater Trail
A new viewing platform awaits hikers who trek a mile up the railway stairs to a breathtaking view of the East Side and a legit cardio workout.
How to Make Your Own Lei Po‘o
Find out how to make a lei po‘o, also known as a haku lei, with tips from the team at Paiko and flowers from Cindy’s Lei and Flower Shoppe.
We Tried It: Kualoa Ranch’s E-Bike Tour Was The Dream Escape We Needed
Thrilling trails, stunning mountain and ocean views, lush landscapes and the best guides to make it extra entertaining.
We Tried It: A Honolulu Yoga Class Surrounded by Lush Palms
A workout class at Yoga Under the Palms in Kaimukī mixes yoga, sculpt and dance.
We Tried It: The Broadway Touring Show of “Beautiful–The Carole King Musical”
Here are our tips and takeaways from FINALLY getting to see a Broadway musical debut in Honolulu.
HONOLULU Staff Favorites: The 7 Best Grilled Cheese Sandwiches on O‘ahu
Celebrate National Grilled Cheese Day (April 12) with one of our favorite versions of the childhood classic.
14 We Tried: The Most Pet-Friendly Bars and Restaurants on O‘ahu to Grab a Drink With Your Dog
National Love Your Pet Day (Feb. 20) is the perfect excuse to drink outside with all the good boys and girls.
Here’s What We Thought of Sun Noodle’s Momofuku Spicy Korean Ramen Kit
Did this DIY kit deliver a bowl worthy of David Chang’s Momofuku?
