Living Legacy: Merrie Monarch Lives Through Kamahaʻo Kawelu
By Kyani Bateman At Waikīkī Beach Services, the legacy of Waikīkī’s beachboys is more than a profession; it is a way of life rooted in aloha, culture, and an unwavering connection to Hawaiʻi. Every wave ridden, every guest welcomed, and every story shared carries forward generations of ʻike (knowledge) and kuleana (responsibility). For some, that…
Is Waikīkī Good for Beginner Surfers?
By Brianna Johnson If you’ve ever wondered, “Can you surf Waikīkī if you’ve never tried before?” The answer is yes — and it’s actually one of the best places in the world to learn. Waikīkī is known for its long, gentle waves, warm water, and sandy bottom, which makes it the perfect spot for first-time…
Five Things to do in Waikīkī for Spring Break
By Brianna Johnson Spring break in Waikīkī is all about sunshine, ocean adventures, and a little bit of island indulgence. Whether it’s your first visit or a yearly tradition, there’s no better place to soak up the aloha spirit. If you’re planning your days in Waikīkī, here are a few must-do experiences to make the…
Empowering Dreams: Meet WBS Scholarship Recipient Koa Chang
By Kyani Bateman At Waikīkī Beach Services, the legacy of the Waikīkī’s beachboys and beachgirls extends far beyond the shoreline. It lives through values like stewardship, community, cultural pride, and the commitment to uplift future generations. The Waikīkī Beach Services Scholarship Program was created to support students in Hawaiʻi who embody these values while pursuing…
Wāhine Who Made Waves: Honoring the Women Who Shaped Hawaiʻi’s Legacy
By Kyani Bateman Across the world, Waikīkī is synonymous with warm trade winds, gentle rolling waves, and the legendary beachboys who have welcomed generations of visitors into the ocean. Yet the story of Waikīkī has never belonged to men alone. Woven into the history of these shores are powerful wāhine whose courage, leadership,…
Catamaran Sail with Kepoikai
By Brianna Johnson A Day Sailing with Kepoikai Catamaran Captain Biggie Some of the Waikīkī Beach Services office team recently had the opportunity to experience a sail with Kepoikai Catamaran, and it was the perfect way to spend an afternoon on the water. Conveniently located right in front of The Royal Hawaiian—where our Waikīkī Beach…
Mary Kawena Pukui & the Living Language of Waikīkī
By Kyani Bateman Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi at the Shoreline Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi is more than a celebration. It is a reminder. A reminder that language carries memory. Those words carry a worldview. When we speak ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, we are not just speaking; we are continuing something that almost disappeared. And few people protected that continuation…
A Lau Niu Lesson in Aloha
By Kyani Bateman Waikīkī is more than a postcard-perfect shoreline—it is a living classroom. A place where culture is not just spoken about, but practiced. Where traditions are not preserved behind glass, but passed from hand to hand in the sand. One recent afternoon, that lesson came not in the form of a…
Hau’oli Lā Hānau Ted “Teddy” Bush
By Brianna Johnson Today, we celebrate the birthday of Ted “Teddy” Bush, a true Waikīkī waterman whose life and legacy are deeply woven into the sands and seas of this place we call home. Hauʻoli Lā Hānau to a man whose ʻike, aloha, and dedication continue to shape Waikīkī Beach Services today 🤍 Born in…
A Visit to the Muʻumuʻu Library 🌺
By Brianna Johnson In honor of Muʻumuʻu Month, the wahine of Waikīkī Beach Services spent a special day at the Muʻumuʻu Library, immersed in the stories and history of this iconic garment. We talked story with the librarians and caretakers, explored racks of vibrant muʻumuʻu, and tried on pieces that carry generations of…