If you've been enjoying our weekly ghost and Hawai‘i history column by Lopaka and Tanya Kapanui, send them a vote! Their ghost tour business, Mysteries of Hawai‘i, is currently defending its title as Best Ghost Tour in the nation at USA Today 10Best.
Click here to see the 20 contenders, from Maine to Hawai‘i, and cast your vote. Voting is open until Sep. 22, and it is possible to vote once per day. Mysteries of Hawai‘i was voted No. 1 in 2023 and 2024.
"We're humbled and excited to be running for Best Ghost Tour in the nation for the third year in a row," the Kapanuis told Aloha State Daily. "This incredible privilege reflects not only our dedication to preserving Hawai‘i's haunted history but also the tremendous support of our community, guests and friends who believe in the power of storytelling to keep these traditions alive."
For more than 25 years, the tour has taken visitors and kama‘āina alike into the chilling past of Honolulu and Waikīkī.
They've also penned 26 articles for ASD, see them all here.
Lopaka Kapanui is also headlining a Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra concert on Oct. 18 at 7:30 p.m., at Hawai‘i Theatre, pairing his spooky tales with equally spooky musical selections. For tickets and information click here.
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A. Kam Napier can be reached at kam@alohastatedaily.com.
