This week marks the end of an era as Love’s Bakery, Hawaiʻi’s largest and oldest bakery that relied on Hawaiian Airlines’ local freight network, shuts its doors after over 170 years. Having had the privilege of serving Love’s cargo needs for more than…

• 4 min read
• March 29, 2021

Outdoor lovers will find refuge on Kaua‘i, the oldest major island of the Hawaiian archipelago. With lavish forests, abundant rainfall, and a unique, prehistoric landscape, the Garden Island is a bounty of nature experiences and adventures.

Our…

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• April 12, 2021

I mua, meaning to move forward with purpose, has been a guiding principle for Hawaiian Airlines as we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. While the pandemic has brought setbacks, it has also given our company much to look forward to as we begin to rebuild our…

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• April 15, 2021

Mālama (to care for) is a value that we hold close to our hearts at Hawaiian Airlines. Whether lowering our carbon footprint with a fuel-efficient fleet, regularly engaging our employees in cleaning beaches or restoring loʻī (taro patches) and supporting local nonprofits, our motivation to mālama our island home never runs short.

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• April 19, 2021

If getting on island time during these unusual times is on your wish list, look no further than Kaua‘i. Hawai‘i’s oldest major island is home to small towns with vibrant arts, food and shopping scenes, unreal views and a slower pace – making it the…

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• April 20, 2021

At Hawaiian Airlines, we view giving back as a shared kuleana (responsibility). In celebration of National Volunteer Week and Earth Day, over 70 Team Kōkua volunteers proudly spent the last several days donating over 270 hours of labor to a selection of…

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• April 27, 2021

On the eve of May 1, kamaʻāina (residents) across the islands string together flowers or visit their local florist so they can share lei with those around them the next day. May Day, also known as Lei Day, is a lively holiday when gifts of lei serve as…

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• April 30, 2021

Local conservationists are now harnessing dogs’ powerful sense of smell to pinpoint threats against native species and ecosystems. The preservation initiative is led by Conservation Dogs of Hawaiʻi (CDH), an Oʻahu-based nonprofit found in 2018 under the…

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• June 8, 2021

When those wiser than us invite us into their waters, we must hold our paddles with patience and listen before trying to navigate the waʻa (canoe). At Hawaiian Airlines, we hold our paddles in observance of Juneteenth and turn to our greatest asset – our employees – to reflect on the day’s historical significance.

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• June 19, 2021

As Hawaiʻi rebounds from one of the most tumultuous times in its modern history, island communities are also recovering through a revival of long-time traditions once thought unwavering.

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• July 13, 2021

When you shop with Hawaiʻi businesses, you’re doing more than supporting a local shop, restaurant or service provider. You are also investing in a community of hardworking entrepreneurs who are passionate about sharing all that makes Hawaiʻi special…

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• July 20, 2021

The beautiful stretch of pristine white sand, palm trees and waterfront resorts make Japan’s Shirarahama Beach reflective of Honolulu’s Waikiki Beach. It comes as no surprise that the two beaches, popular destinations for residents and visitors alike,…

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• July 29, 2021