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Hawaii Fair begins in Haneda Airport to Support Recovery from Maui Wildfires

Hawaii Fair begins in Haneda Airport to Support Recovery from Maui Wildfires

November 20, 2023

A fair featuring food products and goods from Hawaii began at Haneda Airport on Wednesday to support the U.S. state’s recovery from wildfires.

Gov. Green and First Lady head to Japan

Gov. Green and First Lady head to Japan

November 14, 2023

Green will promote Hawaii businesses at the opening event for the Aloha Market, a new store at Haneda International Airport dedicated to selling made-in-Hawaii products internationally. 

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Aloha Market powered by Mana Up hosts 15-day pop-up shop at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport

Aloha Market powered by Mana Up hosts 15-day pop-up shop at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport

November 13, 2023

The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism and Mana Up today announced the launch of a Hawaiʻi-themed pop-up retail shop featuring Hawaiʻi products at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport.

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HAWAI‘I TAKES FLIGHT AT TOKYO’S HANEDA AIRPORT FOR ITS FIRST-EVER HAWAI‘I POP-UP

HAWAI‘I TAKES FLIGHT AT TOKYO’S HANEDA AIRPORT FOR ITS FIRST-EVER HAWAI‘I POP-UP

November 13, 2023

The Aloha Market powered by Mana Up is a 15-day pop-up shop featuring more than 40 Hawai‘i brands

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Experience the Mana Up Showcase Event at Bloomingdale’s

Experience the Mana Up Showcase Event at Bloomingdale’s

November 13, 2023

Honolulu (KHON2) – An incredible event full of vibrant energy and local charm is happening tomorrow! You are invited to head to Bloomingdale’s to be a part of the Mana Up Showcase. Lieu Tran, General Manager of Bloomingdale’s Ala Moana, and Meli James, co-founder of Mana Up, joined Living808 with the details.

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Holiday Gift Guide 2023: The Best Stocking Stuffers For Business Travelers

Holiday Gift Guide 2023: The Best Stocking Stuffers For Business Travelers

November 13, 2023

Looking for an interesting gift idea for your favorite frequent traveler? Or sometimes, you just need that extra stocking stuffer for a friend or family member. Whether they work for an airline, travel for work or just like to explore the world, these are some of the most creative goodies you can gift this holiday season to those globetrotters in your life.


Celebrate all things trending in the Hawaiian Islands at Mana Up’s 2023 Showcase

Celebrate all things trending in the Hawaiian Islands at Mana Up’s 2023 Showcase

November 07, 2023

Co-Founder of Mana Up, Meli James, and Founders of Maui Chili Chili Oil, Deron & Kit Furukawa, share more information on the Mana Up's 2023 Showcase!
Hawaii Sweepstakes Come Roaring Back

Hawaii Sweepstakes Come Roaring Back

November 06, 2023

There was a lull in Hawaii sweepstakes compared with prior years. But that has apparently ended with a resurgence of free trips to Hawaii via these eight active Hawaii contests today.

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Find Great Gifts at these 12 Homespun Hawai‘i Shops

Find Great Gifts at these 12 Homespun Hawai‘i Shops

November 06, 2023

Whether you’re celebrating 12 days of Christmas, 8 nights of Hanukkah, or the entire season of Makahiki, there’s no place like Hawai‘i for the holidays—and no better gift than one that was made right here.

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Shop Gorgeous Homewares From New Hawai‘i Interior Design Firm Averylily

Shop Gorgeous Homewares From New Hawai‘i Interior Design Firm Averylily

November 06, 2023

Lily Kanter and Avery Solmssem team up on an exciting new homewares brand that keeps community at the forefront.

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The Mana Up Showcase Returns—and It’s Bigger Than Ever

The Mana Up Showcase Returns—and It’s Bigger Than Ever

October 24, 2023

The Mana Up Showcase, a celebration of Hawaiʻi’s local startups and all things trending in Hawaiʻi, is returning in 2023 with a whole new lineup of events. 

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PBN announces 2024 Power Leaders

PBN announces 2024 Power Leaders

October 24, 2023

See which 13 Hawaii business leaders have earned the title of Power Leaders. The annual award recognizes individuals poised to make a difference in Hawaii over the next 10 years.