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Hawaiian Airlines & Mana Up Present Meet the Makers Season 3!
Hawaiian Airlines® Bank of Hawaii World Elite Mastercard and Mana Up announce the third season of the Meet the Makers series featuring rising Hawai‘i entrepreneurs and their unique stories. READ MORE
Best Hawai’i Gifts for Dad this Father’s Day!
Your dad is the man, and your Father’s Day gift should show him that you really believe that! This Father’s Day, shower your pops with gifts from the islands to show him that you truly care. READ MORE
Hawai’i Gifts for Grads!
Graduation season is upon us, and we know it can be difficult to figure out what to get the graduates in your life. We’ve created a Hawai’i gift guide so that you can say “Ho’omaika’i!” in an extra special way.  READ MORE
Best Hawaiian Gifts for Mom -  for Mother’s Day!
Whether you’re looking for Hawaiian gifts for mom, beach-themed gifts for grandma, or just need a gift to show any motherly figure in your life that you’re thinking of them, explore our Hawaiian gifts for her! We’ve rounded up our favorite products from local makers and artisans that will bring a smile to the makuahine (mother) who does it all. We have something for everyone whether she’s into beauty, fashion, skincare, or loves the outdoors. Check out our collection of Hawaiian gift ideas for mom! READ MORE
EXCLUSIVE DUKE KAHANAMOKU X MANA UP COLLECTION
The exclusive Duke Kahanamoku x Mana Up collection is here…but for a limited time only! We are so honored to be the exclusive partner on this collaboration. We called on eight local companies to design a new product just for this collection dedicated to world-renowned surfer and Olympic swimmer, Duke Kahanamoku. 
Holiday 2022 Lookbook: Hawai‘i Gifts for the Holiday Season!
A curated collection of thoughtful and beautifully packaged gifts including limited-edition and exclusive gifts sets from Hawai‘i’s rising makers and artisans.
NOW OPEN: House of Mana Up at Prince Waikiki!
Honolulu – Local business accelerator, Mana Up, builds on the success of its retail initiative, House of Mana Up, and a partnership with Prince Resorts Hawai‘i by expanding in Waikiki with a new location opening at Prince Waikiki on Wednesday, December 7. 
Unique Housewarming Gifts from Hawaii
Show some aloha to the new homeowner in your life, a neighbor that just moved in, or even to your own household with these local products that make for the best housewarming gifts! Help loved ones spruce up their home with some Hawaiian island flair, and check out our collection of unique housewarming gifts from Hawai’i!
Why Sustainability Matters for the Hawaiian Islands
The practice to “mālama the ‘āina” (take care of the land) has always been at the forefront of people living in the Hawaiian Islands. Many Mana Up companies are rooted in practices of sustainability in Hawaii from creating reef-safe sunscreen products to crafting plastic-free food wraps. If you’re looking for sustainable gifts for yourself, friends or family, be sure to check out our roundup of products from these Earth-conscious makers. 

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