Archive for Darlene Dela Cruz
Print Maker
Hagadone president Erwin Hudelist brings a thoughtful approach to printing
THE GLITZ OF A MAGAZINE would not be possible without the careful hands and keen eyes of an expert printing team. While the better part of publishing’s glory often goes to compelling photography and florid story writing, these components can only shine if the right colored [...]
Big Game
WHILE THE BIG ISLAND IS BEST-KNOWN for serene beaches and tranquil landscapes, Parker Ranch in Waimea offers a different kind of experience for outdoor adventurers. The ranch spans more than 130,000 acres of open range and wildlife land, which makes for some serious hunting excursions.
Parker Ranch’s “Hunt Hawaii” trips run all year. Big game animals, [...]
Ruth Ann Becker
Life stories and principles from the successful Honolulu businesswoman
Ruth Ann Becker opens the door to her condo, a bright end-of-the-hall unit in a low-key Honolulu high-rise. Her spunk is disarming; her smile is effusive. And as she speaks of getting water, tea and any other bit of hospitality she can possibly offer, the grace and [...]
Spring Finds
The front pages of HILuxury’s H-List seem simple enough: a cool rundown of the freshest seasonal products available at both local retailers and through the Web. Our mission with each H-List is to bring a keen eye to the art of shopping by putting together a carefully selected showcase of high-end trends.
The H-List team of [...]
Robert Siegel
An exclusive chat with Metropole Realty Advisors’ CEO and development consultant to Hawaii’s Luxury Row
Luxury Row on 2100 Kalakaua Ave. is a landmark that’s part notable real estate and development project, part 111,000-square-foot exhibition of fashion, jewelry and architecture.
Standing at this crossroads of Waikiki is Robert Siegel. The CEO of Metropole Realty Advisors Inc., known [...]
Love Of The Arts
In this issue of HILuxury, we delve into the arts, exploring the vast spectrum of creative expression.
Betty Loo Taylor, Jimmy Borges, Gabe Baltazar and Danny Kaleikini sat down to “talk story” about Hawaii’s musical heyday, a period that began just before World War II. Their memories of jazz virtuosity and vibrant Honolulu nights are legendary, [...]
Chien Couture
Fine fabrics and stunning craftsmanship in a beautiful new line of dog beds
Resplendent fabrics, carefully chosen colors and handcrafted touches are much-valued criteria
when it comes to selecting the perfect furniture for your home.
For Neely Neu of Chien Vivant Couture, those notions extend beyond finding the ideal couch for you and your family. Neu’s mission is [...]
Just dance
As 2009 comes to a close, HILuxury marks the year’s end with an issue dedicated to the holidays, and to the innovations and people who made the year so memorable.
One of 2009’s most notable stories was the loss of pop star Michael Jackson. The late singer revolutionized music, dance and fashion. HILuxury cast Jordon Ofoia [...]
Cinema Italiano in hawaii
Culture and art come together at Hawaii’s own Italian film festival
Cinema Italiano in Hawaii along with the Friends of Italy Society of Hawaii ushers in its sixth year of presenting films and festivities this fall, once again bringing its touch of Italian culture and tradition to the Islands. From Nov. 5 to 8, 16 screenings [...]
The Gentlemen’s Room
Straightedge shaves and more at The Kahala’s exclusive new spa suite for men
Spa procedures are no longer just fodder for skepticism among men. While pedicures and pampering have their stake with ladies seeking physical refreshment and a respite from the world, The Kahala Hotel & Resort has added a new gentlemen’s spa room and shaving [...]
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Love Kona coffee! I get regular shipments and is all I drink now - best coffee in the world. 
Thanks! More please... 
Whoa! I never knew all this about Borges, Baltazar and Bett Loo! So amazing that we can still see these ...
you are so full of life, Beth. Your comments give a side of your spirit I never took the time ...
Very good article. Nice pictures Maria. I found the article to be very interesting and uplifting. I think Pilates is ...
Great pics Leah! 
Hi Sho,
Didn't know you posted this response until now. Thanks! I'm glad you liked it. I'll be having another garden ...
Hi Janice,
Great article, informative, and inspirational too. Hope to see many more.
sho 
