Hawaii Stories
Immerse yourself in the Pacific with our recommendations for stories that showcase captivating Hawaiian landscapes and intriguing plotlines.
MAGAZINE ARTICLE - THE EDDIE
Discover the remarkable journey of 'Casual Luke', an on-duty lifeguard who outperformed the world's best surfers at the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational in January 2023.
MOVIE - EVERY DAY IN KAIMUKI
Every Day in Kaimuki is an indepedent film set in Hawaii. It offers a relatable glimpse into showcasing the mundanity in modern-day Honolulu and one man’s experience striving to carve his path beyond his hometown. The film made its debut at the prestigious Sundance Festival in 2022.
TV SHOW - DOOGIE KAMEALOHA, M.D.
Doogie Kameāloha, M.D. is a charming, modern, family-friendly tv show set in Hawaii and filmed in Waimānalo. The cast includes Peyton Elizabeth Lee, Kathleen Rose Perkins, Jason Scott Lee, and Ronny Chieng.
MOVIE - THE DESCENDANTS
The Descendants is a 2011 film set in Hawaii. The movie stars George Clooney and Shailene Woodley, and is based on the critically acclaimed first novel by Hawaii—born writer Kaui Hart Hemmings.
BOOK - IN THE SEAT OF A STRANGER’S CAR
Written by Hawaii native Beau Flemister, this memorable book will leave you with a deeper appreciation for the multifaceted nature of day-to-day life for locals in Hawaii.
MOVIE - 50 FIRST DATES
Fifty First Dates is a 2004 romantic comedy set in Hawaii. The movie stars Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore and features Israel Kamakawiwo`ole’s famous rendition of “Over the Rainbow”