Aloha e Reader, Aida just returned from a month-long adventure across Maui and O‘ahu, where she spent her time scouting new hikes, restaurants, and boutique hotels for our travel clients—and yes, sneaking in some shave ice too. The buzz on the islands? The fabulous new Cirque du Soleil show, ‘Auana (trust us, it’s worth seeing!), and the Apple series, Chief of War. Everyone’s talking about it, and it got us thinking about all the ways to explore Hawai‘i beyond the resort. So, we pulled...

Hi Reader, The season of road trips, backyard hangs, and long golden evenings is officially here—and we’re ready to celebrate the best way we know how: with good food. We've pulled together a handful of fresh, seasonal recipes that highlight summer favorites, including berries, cucumbers, avocados, zucchini, and crisp lettuce. These dishes are perfect for anything from a weekend picnic to a laid-back dinner party. Here’s what we’re making:uss: Blended Mint Lemonade A refreshing, not-too-sweet...

Hi Reader, Let's talk about the California road trip you may not have heard of, but should definitely know. Highway 1 to Big Sur gets all the glory, and National Parks like Yosemite always draw a crowd. But if you're looking for a California road trip that’s scenic, uncrowded, and unexpected, Highway 395 is calling. Stretching from Death Valley to Lake Tahoe, this route runs up the backside of the Sierra. Along the way, it passes some of the most jaw-dropping sights in the state—Mount...