Honolulu
Honolulu at Hanalei Country Club is a file of 8 stories. The newest of them: “Celebrate resilience and wild flavors in the new FALL/WINTER issue”, “Hanalei Weather Watch: More Rain Likely After Record Downpour”, and “Indulge in Island Flavors: A Taste of Hanalei's The Dolphin”. Yuda Abitbol is cooking with fire, literally, on the outskirts of Honolulu, and we can't look away. Twenty-eight inches of rain in Hanalei is a number that stops you mid-sentence. Hanalei Bay Country Club is a vibrant digital guide to the island of Kauai—curated for travelers who want more than a vacation. The list below is every Honolulu story on Hanalei Country Club, newest first.
Celebrate resilience and wild flavors in the new FALL/WINTER issue
Yuda Abitbol is cooking with fire, literally, on the outskirts of Honolulu, and we can't look away. The new FALL/WINTER issue of HAWAIʻI Magazine celebrates resilience, creativity, and the wild flavors that define these islands. It's a tribute to the people and businesses who innovate against the odds, turning challenges into something delicious. On Maui, one company is even transforming an invasive species into a culinary opportunity. That's the spirit we love: scrappy, inventive, deeply rooted. For more of that local energy, check out our guide to seven Hawaiian towns where the community vibe runs deep. This issue is an invitation to taste the unexpected and honor the strength behind every dish.
Hanalei Weather Watch: More Rain Likely After Record Downpour
Twenty-eight inches of rain in Hanalei is a number that stops you mid-sentence. It's a reminder that this coastline, for all its serene beauty, plays by nature's rules. And with more wet weather likely on the horizon, the ground stays heavy and the rivers stay high. We're watching the sky with you, because recovery is a team effort. For a broader look at how the island is pulling together after the recent weather, our piece on the Kauaʻi recovery update offers a helpful pulse on the community's next steps. For now, stay dry, stay flexible, and let the island set the pace.
Indulge in Island Flavors: A Taste of Hanalei's The Dolphin
The Dolphin in Hanalei isn't just a meal; it's a celebration of the island's vibrant soul. Anne Lee's latest feature for the Honolulu Star-Advertiser takes us straight to the heart of this culinary gem, where the catch of the day arrives with a side of aloha. We love how the story captures that perfect blend of laid-back surf vibes and elevated dining, it's the kind of place where you can show up in sandals and still feel utterly spoiled. It reminds us why we chase these authentic experiences. And speaking of resilience, our piece on Kauai Rebuilds after Hurricane Lowell shows the same community spirit that keeps this island's table full. Dive in, explore, and let your taste buds wander.
Island Living in Balance: Luxury Rentals and Community Concerns.
Luxury rentals are ruffling feathers across the island, and the tension is palpable. This isn't just about where visitors lay their heads; it's about the very fabric of our local communities. When high-end vacation homes start lining the shoreline, the people who call this place home can feel the squeeze, and that friction deserves our attention. We see the desire for an elevated escape, but we also feel the pulse of the neighborhoods that make this place authentic. Finding that sweet spot, where hospitality meets aloha, is the real adventure. For more on how the island is navigating its own path, check out "Kauaʻi Rebuilds: Updates and Resources for Residents and Visitors" for a look at community resilience.
Nāpali Coast: A Summer Journey of Discovery
There's something about a coffee meeting in Downtown Honolulu that feels like the start of a good story. A few months ago, I sat down with a colleague who used to work at HAWAI'I Magazine, picking his brain about the local publishing world. Naturally, the conversation drifted to the places we love most, and that's where the Nāpali Coast enters. This piece, originally from our SUMMER Digital issue, captures that same spirit of discovery, trading office chatter for salt air and sea cliffs. It's a reminder that the best journeys start with a simple question. For more ways to embrace the season, check out "Embrace Summer: Run the Scenic Haena to Hanalei Coast" to keep the adventure going.
Elevated Eats: Honolulu's Fun Dining Trends to Discover
There's a playful energy stirring in Honolulu's dining scene, and it's impossible not to lean in. From morning rituals that feel like a warm aloha to teatime with a twist, the city's chefs are reimagining what a meal can be. Common Ground, tucked inside the AC Hotel Honolulu, leads the charge as the island's boutique bodega, proving that grab-and-go doesn't mean skimping on soul. It's smart, it's vibrant, and it's refreshingly unpretentious. This is dining that invites you to slow down, taste something new, and smile. And if you're craving more stories of island resilience, our piece on Kapaa's power outage shows how community spirit shines bright, even when the lights don't. So go on, explore the plate in front of you.
Discover Kauaʻi's Shores: The 5 Best Beaches for 2026.
Kauaʻi has a way of making you slow down, and the 2026 Readers' Choice Awards just gave us five more reasons to trade the daily grind for a beach towel. From the iconic curve of Hanalei Bay, where the mountains meet the sea, to the island's wilder stretches of sand, this list celebrates the shores that define the Garden Isle's vibrant spirit. It feels right that Hanalei Bay tops the roundup; it's a place where the surf culture feels authentic and the sunsets feel like a reward. For those eager to keep the adventure going, our guide to the scenic Haena to Hanalei run offers a perfect way to explore that same coastline on foot.
East Meets Elevated: A Kauaʻi Escape Awaits.
The sun spills gold across Kalapakī Beach, and from the lānai, the rhythm of the island comes into focus. Watching locals ease into the morning swim while families claim their patch of sand, it's hard not to feel the pull of a slower, richer pace. Trading Honolulu's constant hum for this, even for a night or two, is a reminder that luxury isn't just about where you stay, but how fully you arrive. East Meets Elevated captures that shift, blending the island's vibrant culture with a sophisticated, grounded ease. For those curious about the community's resilience, our piece on the Kauaʻi Recovery Update offers a deeper look at the spirit holding this place together. For now, let the tide set your schedule.