Hilo is a stunning place for a college town. Located on the Big Island, the town is home to the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo, which is set in a rich tropical landscape. Hilo receives a ton of ...

It’s rare that a day goes by when Issa Hillweh, owner of the Hilo Town Tavern, doesn’t have a customer ask for the house brew. ADVERTISING It’s rare that a day goes by when Issa Hillweh, owner of the ...

Sushi — it’s what’s on the menu at Hilo’s newest downtown restaurant. ADVERTISING Sushi — it’s what’s on the menu at Hilo’s newest downtown restaurant. Kanpai, Japanese for “cheers,” is a casual, fine ...

Depending on whom you ask, Hawaii’s Big Island has four out of the five major climate zones in the world. Or all 5 major climate zones. Or 8 of 13 subzones. But if you don’t feel the need to quaff ...