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Love our Aloha state? Stay in touch with Star of Honolulu®! Our travel blog features Star of Honolulu news, specials and holiday offerings as well as fun things to do around Hawaii, our favorite Hawaiian recipes, and interesting features about Hawaiian history and culture!

Illuminating the Past with Aloha Tower Marketplace

December 20, 2017

We love our Star of Honolulu home situated at Pier 8 of Aloha Tower Marketplace. Lauded as the most recognizable building in all of Hawaii, Aloha Tower is one of the most iconic symbols of Hawaii, embodying the warm aloha spirit that welcomes visitors every…

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The History of Hula

August 21, 2017

Hula is one of Hawaii’s most iconic art forms, dating back to the time of the gods. The origins of hula have long been debated, often associated with Laka, goddess of hula, and Pele, goddess of fire. Since the time…

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Set Sail this Summer aboard the Star of Honolulu

August 15, 2017

As we say “aloha” to the summer season, now is the perfect time to treat yourself to a memorable evening out at sea. Whether you’re looking for a casual cruise or a romantic excursion, we offer a variety of packages…

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Happy Creative Ice Cream Flavor Day!

July 18, 2017

July is one of our favorite months because it’s National Ice Cream Month! To kick off this cool month during a hot summer, we’re celebrating Creative Ice Cream Flavor Day with our signature macadamia nut ice cream. This rich, creamy…

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Every Day is Lei Day in Hawaii

June 26, 2017

Aboard the Star of Honolulu, lei is a common sight. From our dancers who wear lei to greet you onboard to our spring holiday cruises, where we teach you how to sew lei for yourself, we love embracing this symbol…

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Make Independence Day Festive aboard the Star of Honolulu

June 13, 2017

Celebrate Independence Day in style aboard the Star of Honolulu! When you join your friends onboard, you’ll be treated to the best views of the iconic fireworks show while indulging in good food, drinks and company. We offer the following…

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Celebrating “60 Years of Aloha!”

May 25, 2017

In the spirit of our 60th anniversary milestone, we recently debuted a brand new “60 Years of Aloha” show aboard the Star of Honolulu, featuring fabulous new costumes, dazzling choreography and impressive special effects! We’re going back in time to…

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Treat Dad to a Father’s Day at Sea with Star of Honolulu

May 18, 2017

Show dad how much you care this Father’s Day by treating him to a memorable evening out at sea aboard the Star of Honolulu. The two-hour, family-friendly voyage features live music, gourmet dinner and breathtaking views of the Waikiki coastline.…

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Celebrate Mom in Style this Mother’s Day aboard the Star of Honolulu

April 26, 2017

Treat mom to a relaxing day in paradise aboard the Star of Honolulu’s Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch Cruise! From a gourmet meal to breathtaking ocean views, each and every mom is guaranteed to enjoy an extra special day fit for…

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