1 March 2024

Things To Do In Kihei Maui

By |March 1st, 2024|Hawaii, Maui, Maui Activities|0 Comments

Whether you want to base yourself in Kihei or plan a day trip from the other side of the island, here are some of the best things to do in Kihei.

1 January 2024

Father Damien of Molokai

By |January 1st, 2024|Hawaii, Molokai|0 Comments

Father Damien, now Saint Damien, aided and cared for exiled patients of the Kalawao Leprosy Colony before contracting the disease himself.

23 January 2023

Maui Things To Do On Airport Departure Day

By |January 23rd, 2023|Hawaii Flights, Maui, Maui Activities, Travel|Comments Off on Maui Things To Do On Airport Departure Day

Maui Departure Day Activities. Late night flight, 11 am check out? Here are Maui activities that won't leave you dirty or sandy before travel.

16 November 2022

Humpback Whale Facts

By |November 16th, 2022|Hawaii, Maui, Maui Activities, Maui Animals|Comments Off on Humpback Whale Facts

Now that we're starting to see whales in Maui waters again, we thought we'd share a few favorite Humpback whale facts!

1 November 2022

25 Ways To Support Local On Maui

By |November 1st, 2022|Hawaii, Maui, Maui Activities, Maui Business|1 Comment

Support Local On Maui! Here are 25 local Maui businesses you can support today. Local Maui businesses information and descriptions.

1 September 2022

TOP 10 CHEAP THINGS TO DO ON A MAUI BUDGET

By |September 1st, 2022|Hawaii, Maui, Maui Activities|Comments Off on TOP 10 CHEAP THINGS TO DO ON A MAUI BUDGET

Save some money while adding to your vacation experience with these Top 10 Cheap Things To Do On A Maui Budget. Some are free!

1 June 2022

How To Treat Yourself at Spa Montage

By |June 1st, 2022|Hawaii, Health & Wellness, Maui, Maui Activities|Comments Off on How To Treat Yourself at Spa Montage

Overall, the Spa Montage is Maui's ultimate treat-yourself destination. Between the groomed grounds, the placid demeanor of the therapists, and Hawaiian-inspired therapies, visitors and residents alike will be hard-pressed to find a better place on the Valley Isle to unwind.

1 May 2022

Top 10 Things To Do In Wailea

By |May 1st, 2022|Hawaii, Health & Wellness, Maui, Maui Activities, Maui Art, Maui Beaches, Maui Events, Maui Film Festival, Maui Snorkeling|Comments Off on Top 10 Things To Do In Wailea

Wailea is home to beautiful beaches and resorts. But what else should you do when you visit South Maui? The Top 10 Things To Do in Wailea.

1 March 2022

Top 10 Things to do in Kahului and Wailuku

By |March 1st, 2022|Hawaii, Maui, Maui Activities, Maui Art, Maui Events|2 Comments

Central Maui typically gets passed over by Maui visitors, but an exploration of Kahului & Wailuku will reveal Maui's rich culture & history.

19 February 2022

Eat Pray Love— Maui Style

By |February 19th, 2022|Hawaii, Maui, Maui Activities, Maui Snorkeling, Road To Hana|Comments Off on Eat Pray Love— Maui Style

Gilbert says, “You have to participate relentlessly in the manifestations of your own blessings.” Learn how to Eat Pray Love Maui-Style.

3 December 2021

How to Tour Maui with Kids Safely!

By |December 3rd, 2021|Hawaii, Maui, Maui Activities, Maui Snorkeling, Travel|Comments Off on How to Tour Maui with Kids Safely!

See our best tips on how you can keep your kids safe so you can enjoy your Maui vacation to the fullest. Enjoy Maui with kids safely!

22 August 2021

Maui Pineapple Tour Review

By |August 22nd, 2021|Hawaii, Maui, Maui Activities|4 Comments

The rolling pastoral slopes of Upcountry Maui have become a breadbasket of farm-to-table gourmet treats. And, just up at 1000ft elevation, Hailiimaile Pineapple Company has revived a historic tradition for the island of Maui – growing pineapple. This local king of fruits has been adapted to create, what some argue, is the very best variety of pineapple, known as the Maui Gold. […]

12 May 2021

Maui Plant of the Month: Rubber Tree

By |May 12th, 2021|Hawaii, Maui|1 Comment

Also known as the shargina tree, seringueira, rubberwood & Para rubber tree, the rubber tree played a vital part in Hawaii’s plantation history.

10 February 2021

9 Ways to Experience Maui’s Hidden Magic

By |February 10th, 2021|Hawaii, Lahaina, Maui, Maui Activities, Maui Art, Maui Snorkeling|1 Comment

Whether you prefer exhilarating rides in the Hawaiian sky or trekking across less-trodden paths, these 9 experiences will give you a taste of Maui’s hidden magic.

8 January 2021

How to Experience Haleakala Backcountry

By |January 8th, 2021|Hawaii, Health & Wellness, Maui, Maui Activities|Comments Off on How to Experience Haleakala Backcountry

While a visit to the Haleakala summit is an impressive experience in itself, many visitors overlook the expansive network of trails, camping areas, and backcountry cabins that the national park has to offer.

9 March 2020

Maui Film Festival 2020

By |March 9th, 2020|Hawaii, Maui, Maui Activities, Maui Art, Maui Events, Maui Film Festival|2 Comments

The Maui Film Festival usually runs in mid June of each year, so there's plenty of time to get ready.  We've decided to give you a little heads up on what you might need in order to enjoy the festival to its fullest.

19 December 2019

Maui Elementary Students Plant Silverswords

By |December 19th, 2019|Hawaii, Maui, Maui News|1 Comment

Thank you to Makawao School and Haiku School students for their service in assisting Haleakalā National Park plant keiki silverswords at the summit of Haleakalā.  What a great experience that we are happy to have been a part of.

24 November 2019

Upcountry Maui Bed and Breakfast

By |November 24th, 2019|Maui, Maui Real Estate, Maui Vacation Rentals, Saving Money|Comments Off on Upcountry Maui Bed and Breakfast

Perched along the slopes of Haleakala, North Shore Lookout delivers all of the aforementioned qualities. Positioned on nine-acres of gorgeous land, North Shore Lookout’s tropically appointed grounds have been manicured to encapsulate the heart and soul of Upcountry.

23 August 2019

Maui Animal of the Month: Mongoose

By |August 23rd, 2019|Hawaii, Maui, Maui Animals|Comments Off on Maui Animal of the Month: Mongoose

Among Hawaii’s imports is the Small Asian Mongoose—a species of Southeast Asia’s Rikki Tikki Tavi that was shipped to Hawaii in 1872.

16 April 2019

Maui’s Best Happy Hours

By |April 16th, 2019|Hawaii, Lahaina, Maui, Saving Money|Comments Off on Maui’s Best Happy Hours

On an island where nearly every minute is pure bliss, narrowing down the top spots for happy hour is no easy task—but one that we, well, happily tackled. Here’s the lowdown on the Valley Isle’s best.

26 January 2019

13-Day Maui Itinerary

By |January 26th, 2019|Hana, Lahaina, Lanai, Maui, Maui Activities, Maui Beaches, Maui Snorkeling, Road To Hana|Comments Off on 13-Day Maui Itinerary

Here’s the ideal 13-day Maui itinerary—leaving off a day for travel—complete with where to eat, what to see, and where to play. (In other words, 13 reasons why you should spend your hard-earned vacation exploring the Valley Isle.)

7 January 2019

Taco Tuesday On Maui – Maui Mexican Restaurants

By |January 7th, 2019|Hawaii, Maui|1 Comment

It is no secret that Maui has a selection of fantastic Mexican restaurants, combining the breathtaking scenery with the delicious food, creating the perfect location to make your Taco Tuesday one to remember.

14 June 2018

A Brief History of Zipline

By |June 14th, 2018|Big Island, Hawaii, Kauai, Maui, Maui Activities|2 Comments

Puerto Rico, Alaska, Costa Rica, Nepal, Hawaii—these places have more in common than stunning scenery and exotic postal codes: They’re recognized as possessing some of the most spectacular ziplines around the globe.

3 April 2018

Maui Rental Deals & Discounts

By |April 3rd, 2018|Lahaina, Maui, Maui Vacation Rentals, Saving Money, Travel|1 Comment

We've listed 10 of our favorite deals for the Maui Accommodations Guide newsletter, including large houses for rent in Maui, oceanfront condos, and even activities.

2 March 2018

Maui Landscape Photography

By |March 2nd, 2018|Hawaii, Maui, Maui Art|6 Comments

We came across a pretty talented Maui photographer recently and can't help but share his images.  Chris Archer is a Maui photographer specializing in landscapes and portraits.

2 December 2017

How to be a bad tourist on Maui

By |December 2nd, 2017|Localism and Racism, Maui, Maui Activities, Maui Beaches, Maui Snorkeling, Road To Hana|60 Comments

Maui is one of the most welcoming places to visit, but that doesn't mean you can be careless or disrespectful. We've listed 16 things we see bad tourists doing everyday on Maui.

27 September 2017

The Distance Between North Korea and Hawaii

By |September 27th, 2017|Hawaii, Maui News, Travel|Comments Off on The Distance Between North Korea and Hawaii

Questions about Hawaii often abound. Contemporary travelers thinking about a tropical holiday ask, “What is the distance between North Korea and Hawaii ?”

31 July 2017

21 Maui Destination Wedding Tips

By |July 31st, 2017|Maui, Maui Weddings, Travel|2 Comments

Even though Maui, Hawaii is far from many couples' homes who choose to get married here, it can be much easier to get married in Maui than at home. (This doesn't mean it will be easy though!)

3 April 2017

6 properties worth booking for your Maui Stay

By |April 3rd, 2017|Maui, Maui Vacation Rentals, Molokai|Comments Off on 6 properties worth booking for your Maui Stay

Looking for a place to stay in Maui can be daunting when confronted with the many choices (or if booking late, the very few still available.)  Here we've shared 6 properties that we recommend for your next Maui stay.   Mana Kai Maui South Maui on the north end of Keawakapu Beach On what is repeatedly [...]

2 March 2017

Getting Married in Maui: A Guy’s Perspective

By |March 2nd, 2017|Maui, Maui Weddings, Saving Money|1 Comment

There are many challenges in having a perfect wedding. Below I've outlined some personal tips for the groom getting married on Maui.