Aloha! I’m Jane Hoskins, designer and founder of Tiare Hawaii! Back in 2009, I was at a crossroads and wanted to try something new. I’ve always had a passion for fashion but didn’t see pieces in the world that reflected the spirit and look I wished someone made. That’s when Tiare Hawaii was born, so […]

I’m Arlie, the maker behind Arlie Glass. My glass pieces are all handmade by me in my little home studio in Haleiwa on the North Shore. I first learned how to blow glass, also known as flame-working, in 2009 at Virginia Commonwealth University. I took an elective in the crafts department, made some glass jewelry […]

Aloha! Our island is a great place to visit during the fall/winter season with plenty of things happening in Oahu.  Here are a few highlights we recommend if you have plans to visit us for some tropical weather, relaxation and interested in some activities to add to your itinerary! Things To Do in Autumn/Winter in […]

Aloha! Unlike most celebrations across the country, Honolulu hosts pride festivities in October. We are so happy to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community this month and every month! This year, the festivities will be virtual and will include the KHON2 special program Aloha With Pride, the Tiny Floats Parade (with prizes!), a series of Rainbow Town […]

Royal Hawaiian Center Aloha ‘Ohana! We’re excited to share that we have partnered with Royal Hawaiian Center to offer our guests exclusive offers & discounts during their stay! Royal Hawaiian Center, which spans three city blocks on Kalakaua Avenue and is just a four-minute walk from our hotel, is a renowned shopping destination with luxury […

We ended Earth Month in April on a high note with a community beach cleanup on April 30 to help “Restore Our Earth,” this year’s Earth Day theme, hosted by Shoreline Hotel Waikiki and Coconut Waikiki Hotel, in partnership with Surfrider Oahu. Mahalo to all of our volunteers, Surfrider Oahu, brand partners and the city […]

Photo credit: @yoshitanaka1 Aloha! My name is Gina & I am Eco Mindful Lei and I am a custom lei maker and mindful lei workshop facilitator right here in gorgeous Waikiki! I use seasonal local flowers & greenery, many of which I mindfully forage for. All materials used to construct the Lei Po’o is 100% […]

Hawaii is home to some great artists, makers, artisans, designers and even educators. Meet Shawn Steiman, a coffee scientist based here in Oahu, who holds a doctorate in horticulture. We had the pleasure of catching up with the coffee guru to learn more about his work, studies and favorite places on the island! When did […]

Hawaii is home to some great artists, makers, artisans and designers/creative types.  Meet Sarah Caudle, a local seascape artist based here in Oahu, creates masterful art pieces inspired by the sea. With a background in design and sustainability, she captures the beauty of Hawaii through dynamic colors, fluid movements, and organic compositions using ac

Surfers and locals gathered at Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu on June 6 and 7 to Paddle Out in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and to remember lives that have been lost. Hundreds of people showed up with their surfboards, flowers and leis to show their support by paddling out and watching from ashore – […]

Add this to your list of places to visit and eat when you visit Oahu! Located at the Royal Hawaiian Center, just minutes from our hotel, the Waikiki Food Hall is the fourth one in Waikiki and we’re excited to welcome them to the neighborhood. Great for grab-and-go for the beach or a new dining […]

Aloha Ohana! Our planet earth needs us to come together now more than ever. With the 50th anniversary of Earth Day approaching on Wednesday, April 22, 2020, it’s important to take this time during “earth month” to take more actions on being more green, living more sustainably and work towards a zero-carbon future. This year’s […]

Visiting Oahu in the coming months? There’s always something cool on the island to do – from music and food festivals, local block parties, art and film events, surf competitions, to lounging at the beach and experiencing the local Hawaiian culture, here are some upcoming events on Oahu to check out during your stay!   […]