Niihau's unspoiled version of paradise

Niihau's unspoiled version of paradise

Visitors to the privately owned island are discouraged from mingling with the natives, but the isle's charms make mainlanders feel welcome.

The battle over Hawaii's history

The battle over Hawaii's history

In the clear blue water 150 feet down, off Palemano Point on Hawaii's Big Island, Captain Rick Rogers swam along the ocean floor,...

In Hawaii, Thanksgiving moves to the beach

In Hawaii, Thanksgiving moves to the beach

Families take advantage of the abundance of scenic coastline to make the day that much more fun.

Hawaii's oldest ukulele factory offers free tours

Hawaii's oldest ukulele factory offers free tours

Kamaka Hawaii, started in 1916, makes serious handmade instruments -- prices begin at $650 -- from the prized Hawaiian koa wood.

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