who embodies the role of Moana. Her journey with the show began uniquely in 2020, participating in initial rehearsals via Zoom from her home in Honolulu, Hawaii. This connection to the islands ...

Pristine beaches are among the lures of French Polynesia (Photo: Getty) Polynesia was first brought to my attention by Moana, the Disney film inspired ... In Hawaii, a full day’s hike typically ...

COURTESY U.S. MINT COURTESY U.S. MINT The U.S. Mint is now selling the 2025 Native American $1 coin, which features Hawaiian scholar and composer Mary Kawena Pukui. U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono celebrated ...

KoaWood Ranch, which blends sustainability with craftsmanship, continues to focus on preserving Hawaii’s native forests while ...

KALIHI VALLEY, Hawaii (KHON2) — John Mizuno was appointed as the state’s homelessness coordinator in January 2024 and said he has gotten over 100 homeless individuals to go back to their ...

Ho'okipa Hawai'i Weekend, a two-day celebration of community and culture, happens this Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy hula, mele, fashion, and immersive activities — all at Royal Hawaiian Center in ...

Tourism officials say the tournament helps solidify Hawaii as a “sports destination.” Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news “Lot of energy here ...

The first Atlantis resort in the U.S. is coming to Hawaii after a California group purchased two oceanfront parcels for $216 million. The resort is planned to be built on a vacant 26.3-acre plot ...

From Waimea Canyon to Waikīkī Beach, Hawaii’s wealth of natural beauty (think: cerulean waters, verdant vegetation and stunning white sand beaches) is just waiting to be explored. To help you ...

Culinary heads like Stanley Tucci and Gordon Ramsay have previously denounced the existence of the Hawaiian topping – consisting of ham, cheese and pineapple – but American-style pizza chains ...