Beyond the sun-kissed beaches, shimmering waters, and lush landscapes commonly associated with Hawaii lies a realm teeming with thrilling discoveries. Did you know that was once an independent kingdom ...

Two decades ago, Noah Keola Ryan took a job as a hiking tour guide with a big company on Oahu, only to find out it was a sham. The company took photos of waterfalls from another island and touted them ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) – Native Hawaiians from across the islands and the continent are getting ready to come together for this year’s Native Hawaiian Convention in Tulalip, Washington. What to expect for ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) – The Native Hawaiian Convention wrapped up this week in Tulalip, Washington, after days of cultural exchange and discussion about how tourism can better support local communities.

Escape the tourists and mingle with Hawaiians on the lesser-known island of Molokai or in rural Upcountry Maui.

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