Our latest discovery has been Family Flix, a Mom and Pop video editing company that specializes in putting together Family and Vacation video footage on DVD. We really like this premise because they're not some huge editing company based in India. The people at Family Flix have kids, love Hawaii, and take the time necessary in [...]
We recently enjoyed a top notch sailing trip aboard the Kai Kanani, which leaves from shore in South Maui. Unlike most boats in Maui, the Kai Kanani offers shore entry, meaning you walk from the sand onto the boat. It's also the only boat that leaves from South South Maui, in front of the Maui [...]
We've traveled on Island Air many times, which is our fault. They often have the lower prices, and that's what sucks us in. Never again will any of us fly between any Hawaiian Islands with Island Air. HISTORY In the past, we've flown with Island Air and incurred long delays lasting up to 6 hours! [...]
Billionaire David Murdock has plans to build over 200 wind turbines near Polihua Beach on the island of Lanai, Hawaii. The power generated by the windfarm would be sent by underwater cables to the island of Oahu, our most populated island. In this move, Murdock would recoup some of his losses from his struggling Lanai [...]
Divers: When visiting Maui, make sure to do a couple of dives. We suggest having a scuba diving guide show you the best locations. For more information, check out their Maui scuba diving page. A couple of tips: If you plan on diving in Maui, please make sure you don't go up to Haleakala Crater [...]
On May 17th, 2009, the bad-a$$ ladies of roller derby got together on Maui for a battle royale. The roller derby bout took place at the Boys and Girls Club in Wailuku between the Oahu and Maui teams. Though (as you can see in the pictures) it was fiercely competitive, both teams played with the [...]
Recently, a few of us had the opportunity to attend a beautiful wedding at the Sugarman's Estate in Makena, South Maui. Everything went off without a hitch and we thought we'd mention some of the highlights. This is one of the most beautiful properties on the island, and we we're overjoyed in being able to [...]
Maui's favorite springtime event, the 36th annual Seabury Hall Craft Fair was held today Upcountry. This much anticipated event did not disappoint. Every year, the craft fair is held the day before Mother's Day and for good reason. The event was packed with visitors and residents looking to pick up something unique and locally made [...]
UPDATE: The road is back open! To save yourself form the hassle of not knowing what's happening along the Road to Hana, take what's widely considered the best and cheapest road to hana tour. Don't worry! You can still do the road to Hana, but you can't go all the way around for 4-5 weeks [...]
Maui's Big Beach (Makena Beach) is finally getting lifeguards! Today, over a dozen lifeguards trained near the second entrance as a lifeguard tower was put together. The dangers at Makena State Park are SERIOUS! The shore break is extremely powerful even when there's little to no real swell in the water. Incidents of injury and [...]
After many difficulties, the Hawaii Superferry has finally been put to rest... for now. The Hawaii Supreme Court struck down a new law that allowed the Alakai to run operations in Hawaii waters without an official Environmental Impact Report (EIS.) The Hawaii Superferry ran its last voyage between Maui and Oahu on Thursday March 19th, [...]
If you're looking for a real thrill while on Maui, you need to try the most popular activity on the island. Take a bike ride down the slopes of Haleakala Volcano and you'll experience many things that most travelers haven't! While cruising down Haleakala's winding roads, you're able to see Maui in a different way than [...]
Nowadays, it seems everyone in the world is suffering at least a little bit. Maui and Hawaii are no exceptions. After dealing with companies on Maui for many years now, we've identified some common traits that are keeping regular Maui business owners down, especially right now. Here are a few things that you can do [...]
This is in response to an enlightening post by Candy Aluli. She explained that many of the euthanized cats at the Maui Humane Society are put down because of their health, not because they're homeless. The Maui Humane Society is responsible for countless free spay and neutered cats. Here at THE MAUI GOODNESS we're glad [...]
This coming Halloween, 2008, will be the first in decades to not enjoy the cheerful costume contests and local booths in Banyan Tree Park. The Maui County Cultural Resources Commission denied permits for costume contests, live outdoor stages, and food and craft booths. Their reasoning behind this is to curb indecent and lewd behavior and [...]
One of our editors just stumbled upon a great article in Maui Weekly about the problems with cat overpopulation on Maui. Some of the statistics claimed are: There are anywhere from 100,000 to 500,000 homeless cats on Maui. As many as 250 cats are euthanized EVERY MONTH at the Maui Humane Society. The organization of [...]
The recent crack down on illegal transient vacation rentals (TVR's) has become a reality for many Maui landlords and especially for one in particular. California resident and Maui homeowner Stephanie Rager is having legal action brought against her by Maui County. If she is convicted, she will have to pay up to $200,000 for repeatedly [...]
Like most of the nation, our economy in Hawaii is taking a hit. Hawaii Real estate prices have steadied, but not fallen like those on the mainland. Thanks to the bankruptcies of both ATA and Aloha, the cost of flying to Hawaii has dramatically risen. This, combined with the rest of the nation's belt-tightening, has [...]
The island of Maui, and all of the Hawaiian Islands, have a major cat problem. With no natural predators, and near-ideal conditions to live, feral cats are breeding rampantly all over. Without control over breeding, these kitty populations are growing exponentially. With rapid growth comes more collisions with vehicles, starvation, and disease. The problem is [...]
Your chances are near to none. You're more likely to win the lottery than be attacked by a shark. The following statistics come from over 125 years of reports. Over this long period of time, there have only been 15 unprovoked shark attacks resulting in fatalities in the Hawaiian Islands. 113 attacks total occurred in [...]
After 60 years of travel to and from Hawaii, Aloha Airlines has closed it's doors. ATA Airlines followed suit shortly afterwards causing enormous travel issues for customers. Those who payed with cash or a check have been left high and dry with no refund for unused tickets as well as many stranded from home. Neither [...]
I've lived in Los Angeles for half of my life and on Maui for the other. Since being on Maui, I've seen 100 times more celebrities than I ever did in LA. Why do celebrities come to Hawaii? Hawaii is the closest tropical vacation getaway to LA. Also, paparazzi are not quite as prevalent on [...]
What Is Island Fever? Island Fever is the phenomena of feeling claustrophobic from the close proximity of each shoreline, and feeling disconnected from the outside world. This is a pretty common thing on the islands, seeing that we're out in the middle of the biggest ocean in the world. Most people move away after a [...]
Here are 10 ways to save money and not lose the bank when traveling in Maui, Hawaii. 1. Rent a Condo The big fancy resorts are great but you can share a 2 bedroom condo with friends for 1/2 the cost of one room. 2. Eat In The first tip is crucial on this one. [...]
