Da Best Hawaii

Hawaii Tourism Update Sept 2021

We chat with Dr. Jerry Agrusa, tourism professor and expert from University of Hawaii, about the current status of tourism in Hawaii, the initial changes since COVID and what to expect right now.

East3 Hawaii Artist Surviving A Pandemic

This week we chat with a well known Hawaii street artist about the ups and downs of living during a pandemic and how to pivot.

The Conservatory at Foster Botanical

Home to the corpse flower and rare orchids this is a sight to see!

Foster Botanical Garden in Hawaii

Visit the oldest botanical garden in Honolulu.

Beyond Van Gogh in Hawaii

The immersive Vincent Van Gogh exhibit takes over part of the Hawaii Convention Center.

Every Day Better

Learn about the Every Day Better movement started in Hawaii.

Ala Moana Beach Park

Popular with locals and visitors learn about Ala Moana Beach Park in Honolulu.

Moli'i Ancient Fishpond

Learn about the largest ancient still thriving fishpond in Hawaii.

The Mokulua Islets of Kailua

Chun's Reef Surf & Beach North Shore

Aiea Loop Trail Hike

Piccola Onda

Learn about this new Italian food truck located in Honolulu, serving authentic cuisine.

Double Fat Ice Cream

There's a new ice cream shop in town and they are churning some delicious nostalgic Hawaii bites. Find out more about brand new Double Fat (which means double lucky) ice cream in Honolulu.

Keeping It Relle

Olena Heu chats with home baker and mom cook Relle, who shot to Insta stardom and Youtube fame recently. She makes delicious comfort foods and easy to make dishes for the family with a Hawaii twist. Learn more about Keeping It Relle.

Who's Got Da Best Korean BBQ

Olena Heu and Erik (from Eating Hawaii) chat about the best place for Korean BBQ and who has got the best kim chi too!

New Honolulu Restaurants Now Open

Olena Heu and Erik from Eating Hawaii chat about recently reopened and/or recently opened restaurants you must try in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Food-A-Go-Go Restaurant Week is Underway

Olena Heu chats with Erik Ching from Eating Hawaii about food, restaurant week and other Hawaii highlights.

Windward Oahu's Lanikai

Lanikai beach and pillbox hike are famous, find out why.

Kualoa Regional Park

A beautiful spot for picnics, paddling and sight seeing, learn about Kualoa park on Oahu.

Hawaii's Historic Iolani Palace

The home to Hawaiian royalty was also the first to have electricity and flushing toilets.

He'eia Ancient Hawaii Fishpond

Learn about this hundreds of years old ancient fish pond, its location and significance.

Koko Crater Hike

Learn about the ancient Hawaiian history of this notorious and challenging hike in East Honolulu.

PURVE Cake Donuts

Jason Tom The Human Hawaii Beatbox

Learn about Ta'ape

Hello 2021: Goals, Dreams, Positive Thoughts

What is in store for 2021? How do you set and achieve your goals and what can we do to support local?

The Best Vet Tech Program in Hawaii

Learn about Windward Community College and it's award-winning vet tech program for animal loving students.

Kona Brewing Co. Hawaii Kai

Known for their fresh brews, tasty food and great service this location also offers something unlike any other pub in the islands.

New Local Businesses in Hawaii

Meet some new local entrepreneurs starting businesses in Hawaii.

HUB Co-Working Hawaii

Learn about this unique Kakaako co-working space.