From dining on the beach to spa treatments 4,000 feet in the air, Hawai‘i has much to offer.
PRODUCT PHOTO COURTESY OF BOTANIKA LIFE; PLANE PHOTO COURTESY OF MAGELLAN JETS
Combining a private flight with luxury CBD products, Magellan Jets and Botanika Life have teamed up to create the first ever Wellness Jet, an experience that offers a duality of height. Upon boarding their private flight to the Four Seasons Hawai‘i, guests will be welcomed with Botanika Life products to supplement the trip including the Jet Pack serums to promote restfulness and immunity, and the Elite Elixir with CBD, which can be used topically for skin hydration or consumed in drops for a calming effect. “We created Botanika Life with one goal in mind,” say Botanika Life co-founders Stacey and Benny Shabtai, “to make the life-changing benefits of full-spectrum CBD and plant-based formulas available to all.” Using more of Botanika’s hottest all-natural, vegan and cruelty-free offerings, onboard massage therapists await to provide Swedish or sports spa treatments too, to encourage relaxation and healing. The Zen private flying experience is further enhanced by tasty cocktails, mocktails and hors d’oeuvres, all customized to suit guests’ preferences. magellanjets.com
Pacific’o on the Beach chef Isaac Bancaco. PHOTO BY SPENCER STARNES/PACIFIC’O ON THE BEACH
Newly relaunched, Lahaina’s oceanfront eatery, Pacific’o on the Beach, has entered its next elevated culinary phase with brand-new executive chef Isaac Bancaco at its helm. Boasting a win against Bobby Flay on Iron Chef America, Bancaco has worked hard to pioneer a delicious new menu featuring dishes made with locally caught fish including a mahimahi Wellington made with fresh lobster and puff pastry and the herb-crusted ahi with ogo vinaigrette, coconut rice and pineapple. Born and raised in Maui, Bancaco takes inspiration from his roots, drawing on childhood memories of his Hawaiian grandmother’s cooking, using homegrown ingredients and supporting local fishermen. “At Pacific’o, we cook dishes in a traditional way to bring out the best from the fresh harvest but with a sophisticated twist,” Bancaco explains. He calls it “cultivated cuisine,” expressing a duality of traditional, local cultivation that supports the environment, combined with a sense of refinement for a heightened (yet grounded) culinary experience. “Using traditional methods to cook fresh food from your environment brings out the best flavors,” Bancaco says. “And gathering over good food… that’s what it’s all about.” pacificomaui.com
Bancano’s herbcrusted ahi. PHOTO BY SPENCER STARNES/PACIFIC’O ON THE BEACH
HALE LUZ PHOTO BY SOPHIE WALL
A new medispa on Maui, “Hale Luz is a space made to make you feel good,” says owner Natalie Plotkin. “From the materials used in the build to the products we curate to the procedures performed, it is one philosophy—beauty is from the inside out.” Unlike a typical cosmetic clinic, Hale Luz employs a holistic approach that prioritizes both aesthetics and wellness, and Plotkin emphasizes that every experience at Hale Luz will be unique, rejecting a one-size-fits-all approach. A one-woman show, Plotkin handles it all, from consultations to procedures including microneedling with platelet-rich plasma, which is but one of her specialties for stimulating cellular turnover, collagen production and skin repair. With this treatment and others, Plotkin seeks to promote a beautiful and elegant aging experience. “I aim to change the conversation around ‘getting work done,’” she says. “I believe we are the lucky ones who get to age. I love being in my 40s and I don’t want to look 19, but I do take care of myself and that should be celebrated.” haleluz.com
Society Bikini Hawaii x ACACIA mesh exclusive swimwear. SOCIETY BIKINI HAWAII PHOTO BY JESSICA PINE, THE PINE COLLECTION/MODEL NISHA OLIVER
Fostering a love for all things local, Society Bikini Hawaii in Maui shows pride in its roots on multiple fronts. With a wide catalog of swimsuits perfect for a day at one of Hawai‘i’s many lovely beaches, Society Bikini boasts a wide collection of inventory from local designers. Made by a collective of women based in Hawai‘i, ACACIA Swimwear is popular for its signature style combining patterned prints and smooth fabric for a refined feminine look, while Lucky We Live Hawaii offers quick-dry towels that sing Hawai‘i’s praise in script. Suits from local designers Benoa Swim, MIKOH, Tai Swim, A.Wattz Dezigns and Lokahi Swimwear also highlight the Society Bikini lineup. In further acts of love for Hawai‘i, Society Bikini prioritizes protecting the islands’ communities and environment. “We receive so much support from our local clients that it feels amazing to turn around and improve our local community, whether it’s volunteering at the Maui Humane Society, beach cleanups or donations. Every little bit counts,” shares co-owner Denise Kizel. “We also have a very strong passion for being environmentally mindful while running our business. We use biodegradable shipping bags and ship carbon neutral.” societybikini.com
PHOTO COURTESY OF THE RITZ-CARLTON RESIDENCES, WAIKIKI BEACH
With good reason, Sushi Sho’s omakase counter books out months in advance. The on-property restaurant for The Ritz- Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach, Sushi Sho’s exclusive sushi counter only seats 10 people and offers a one-of-a-kind dining experience; however, its new private beach experience offers new opportunities. Included in the outdoor experience is a stunning setup for two on the beach where guests can bask in the sun setting over the water and enjoy an assortment of omakase dishes. Two bara chirashi bento boxes are prepared by Sushi Sho’s chef Keiji Nakazawa, who has made a name for himself for his iconic style of Edomae sushi that uses innovative techniques for curing, pickling and aging more than 40 kinds of fresh fish. “The bara chirashi includes a mix of assorted cooked and raw seafood, along with seasoned mushrooms and vegetables on top of a layer of shredded egg and sushi rice,” says Huy Vo, director of public relations for The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach. “The seafood assortment includes king crab, maguro, toro, uni, snapper, ika, scallops, salmon, clams, abalone, mackerel, ikura and more.” The boxes come with an exclusive sake pairing, and diners can even request a photographer to document the scenic and delicious meal. ritzcarlton.com
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