Hawaii

culture

Hawaii Polynesian describes people with ancestral roots in the Polynesian region who identify with Hawaii, whether through Indigenous Hawaiian (kānaka maoli) heritage or connec...

government-elections

On November 6, 2018, Hawaii held its general election for governor during the broader midterm cycle. Incumbent Democratic Governor David Ige, first elected in 2014, sought and w...

geography

Pink beaches in the USA are uncommon, but a few locations show distinct pink tones in the sand. Unlike many Caribbean destinations, most U.S. coasts do not meet the combination...

culture-and-society

In everyday use, Hawaii 50 most commonly refers to the U.S. state of Hawaii and the classic television series Hawaii Five-O , which ran from 1968 to 1980. The title uses the pla...

geography

Hawaii lies roughly 19 to 22 degrees north of the equator, depending on the specific island. This places all of the main islands in the Northern Hemisphere, between roughly 19°...

Food Person

Sam Choy is a chef and restaurateur best known for interpreting Hawaiian cuisine through restaurants, television, and advocacy. This profile outlines his professional milestones...

tax

Hawaii use tax applies when you buy property or certain services from a seller that does not collect Hawaii retail or excise tax, and you use, store, or consume the item in Hawa...

travel

On the Hawaii Big Island, prices shift with seasonality, events, and advance booking windows. Generally, mid-April to early June and late September to early December offer bette...

sports-reference

Maui Race Track is a storied motorsport venue on the island of Maui, Hawaii, known for hosting competitive road racing and sprint events that draw both local enthusiasts and int...

geography

Hilo is commonly perceived as a city, but officially it is a census-designated place (CDP) and the largest community in Hawai‘i County on Hawai‘i Island. It is not an incorp...