2024-04-01 09:42
Our 10 Favorite Maui Non-Profit Organizations
When visitors come to Maui, they see beautiful beaches, lush landscapes, and opulent resorts. But what they usually don’t see is the islan… Read More
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Welcome to our Maui blog! Home to bloggers all over the Valley Isle and beyond! Feel free to look through recent blog posts below, or check out our list of Top Things to do on Maui.
2024-03-01 19:14
Situated between Wailea and Central Maui, Kihei is one of the most popular places to stay and visit on Maui. No surprise there. Kihei is known for its great beaches, near-endless sunshine, a… Read More
2024-01-01 09:50
Father Damien
Saint (Father) Damien was a Roman Catholic priest from Belgium who volunteered to serve the Kalawao Leprosy Settlement in 1873, where patients were exiled, and resources and kn… Read More
2023-08-16 20:52
Here we list the large organizations effectively helping with Maui fire relief and recovery along with verified individuals that are in need of direct help. Please donate your money here, an… Read More
2023-08-01 22:21
A Royal Affair – My Experience at the Royal Lahaina Luau in West Maui
If you’re looking for a royal experience fit for a king or queen, look no further than the Royal Lahaina Lu… Read More
2023-07-01 22:42
We all know how important it is to protect our eyes from the sun on Maui. But with so many sunglasses on the market, it can be hard to decide which pair is right for you. Today, we’ll… Read More
2023-07-01 21:50
Maui is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world for good reason. There are endless things to see and do on Maui, from beautiful beaches and pristine nature preserves to cha… Read More
2023-04-01 10:13
Fun Facts About Whale Watching On Maui
Approximately 10,000 members of the Central North Pacific Humpback Whale population make the long swim from the Alaskan waters to the Hawaiian Islands… Read More
2023-01-23 09:33
Maui Departure Day Activities
Booking a red-eye flight out of Kahului Airport seems like a good idea, right? Anything for a few extra hours of sweet, sweet Maui time. But then it dawns on yo… Read More
2022-11-16 23:23
Now that we’re starting to see whales in Maui waters again, we thought we’d share a few favorite Humpback whale facts!
The Humpback whale is a distant cousin of the hippopotamus… Read More
2022-11-01 10:55
How You Can Support Local On Maui
Did you know that for every dollar spent at a local business, 67 cents stays in the Maui community? We’ve compiled a list of our favorite local busin… Read More
2022-09-01 10:04
TOP 10 CHEAP THINGS TO DO WHEN VISITING MAUI ON A BUDGET
Let’s be honest- Maui is anything but a cheap destination. After paying for airfare, accommodations, and a rental car, budget t… Read More
2022-06-02 01:34
While spas might seem like a dime a dozen on the Valley Isle- what with a collection of luxury resorts and their accompanying spas that dot the island- few compare to Spa Montage. Montages a… Read More
2022-05-01 09:32
What To Do In Wailea, Maui
Wailea strikes the perfect balance between nature and luxury- affording visitors access to numerous pristine beaches, outstanding snorkeling, countless restaurant… Read More
2022-03-01 09:58
The Best Kahului and Wailuku Activities
Central Maui typically gets passed over by visitors in favor of Maui’s beachier areas- yet, therein lies the region’s charm. An explorati… Read More
2021-12-03 19:51
If you’re planning a trip to Maui, you probably already know that there is a LOT to do here. Maui is a dream come true for kids and adults alike, with stunning beaches, crystal clear w… Read More
2021-08-22 17:56
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 have revived a histor… Read More
2021-05-13 08:43
From banyan trees with sprawling roots to eucalyptuses with bark that’s rainbow-hued, the trees of Maui span the gamut from resplendent to outlandish.
Each month, we try to shine ligh… Read More
2021-02-10 10:18
Any Maui vacation is bound to be fantastic but filling your itinerary with a range of unique activities will make it unforgettable.
Whether you prefer exhilarating rides in the Hawaiian sky… Read More
2021-01-08 22:39
Home to one of the most spectacular sunrises on earth, and deeply rooted in Hawaiian culture, history, and legend, Haleakala Crater is one of Hawaii’s most awe-inspiring visitor attrac… Read More
2020-12-16 02:08
Every bride has nightmares about what could go wrong. And these brides show us just how bad it can be. Thankfully, you can learn from their horrible mistakes!
#1. Taking… Read More
2020-04-17 09:26
Surfing Goat Dairy
Feed a buck, milk a doe, adopt a kid and eat a truffle—all on a savannah on the slopes of the world’s largest dormant volcano?
Yes, yes, and yes again, should… Read More
2020-03-09 18:19
By far, our favorite event of the year on Maui is the Maui Film Festival (June 17th-21st.) Watching the sunset over the ocean, then walking over to the grass of a golf course to watch… Read More
2020-02-10 22:24
Elizabeth Gilbert’s Eat Pray Love became a cult classic when it was published in 2006, empowering people around the globe to seek out wellness of another sort. Since then, it’s i… Read More
2019-12-19 21:52
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… Read More
2019-11-24 20:48
Considering that most people head to Maui with visions of basking in the sun or sipping mai tais by the pool at their resort, Maui’s chillier, albeit stunning mountainous region of Upc… Read More
2019-11-02 17:34
Whether you live in Calgary or California, chances are you’ve heard of the allure of the noni fruit.
Often incorporated into health-boosting juices and sold as shots throughout Hawaii… Read More
2019-10-11 17:34
Whale watching in Maui is a pretty big deal. These gentle giants love to frolic in our aqua waters, and will happily put on a show for anyone within eyesight.
If you want your v… Read More
2019-08-24 07:52
The 1800s were a time of remarkable change in Hawaii.
Westerners following Captain Cook’s discovery of the world’s most isolated archipelago began altering a landscape th… Read More
2019-07-30 22:54
Maui has something for everyone, but it’s not often all in the same place. If you’re in a group that can’t decide on what to do and where to go, Maui Tropical Planta… Read More
2019-05-15 17:30
Founded in Japan in 2007, escape rooms have become one of the largest trends in indoor entertainment in the United States within the last few years. Thankfully, Maui has recently wel… Read More
2019-04-17 07:47
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 t… Read More
2019-01-26 17:21
The average U.S. employee takes a mere two weeks off per year (if that), a fact that’s bemoaned by work-weary Americans—and serves as a source of curiosity for holiday-happy Euro… Read More
2019-01-12 17:30
From theatrical performances at the historic Iao Theater, rainy day movies at the Wharf Cinema Center, art gallery browsing Upcountry and countless afternoons at the always lovely Maui Ocean… Read More
2019-01-08 08:16
People can be very fussy when it comes to Mexican food, we know what we like and what we dislike as our taste buds make their own assumptions. It is no secret that Maui has a selection of fa… Read More
2018-10-05 17:45
If you’ve got little ones, Haiku Elementary has a fun event each year where students dress up the back of their parent’s cars in spooky Halloweeny ways, then hand out candy to dr… Read More
2018-06-15 07:37
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 s… Read More
2018-04-03 21:00
We’ve listed 10 of our favorite deals from the Maui Accommodations Guide newsletter (subscribe below.)
The following are accommodation deals for West Maui
Save 10% (Up To $696) Off T… Read More
2018-03-02 23:24
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, time lapses, nigh… Read More
2017-12-03 06:28
(UPDATE: SO SENSITIVE! This is not an “us or them” stance. There are unconscientious people both visiting and living here. This post was written for thos… Read More
2017-10-14 00:46
Maui may be universally known as home to the world’s largest dormant volcano, migratory Humpback whales, and some of the most stunning beaches on the planet.
But the Valley Isle is ab… Read More
2017-09-27 21:58
Questions about Hawaii often abound, from whether or not it snows in the islands to what, exactly, Pidgin might be. (For the record, it’s a Creole-style language that evolved among pla… Read More
2017-08-01 07:38
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… Read More
2017-06-20 18:38
Our friends at The R2H took these photos recently as they explored the Road to Hana. We’ve shared some of our favorites.
waterfall along the Road to Hana Rainbow eucalyptus trees… Read More
2017-05-01 21:59
Maui is many things to many people – home, a favorite vacation destination, an escape, a dream and a reality. And while it’s the ideal place to forget about pending work deadline… Read More
2017-04-04 02:48
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… Read More
2017-03-16 21:57
Unsurprisingly, there’s not much negativity going on in your life if you’re busy getting a massage on Maui. However, that doesn’t mean that we still shouldn’t list ou… Read More
2017-03-03 03:21
I had somewhat of an unusual wedding when it comes to Maui, since I’m a long time resident and this Maui wedding was big. BUT, I experienced many of the same challenges that a gr… Read More
2017-01-13 21:56
“Characterized by the treatment of the whole person, taking into account mental and social factors, rather than just the symptoms of a disease,” holistic wellness is a common alt… Read More
2016-11-25 17:30
While all of us may not be fortunate enough to live in the Aloha State, luckily there’s plenty of residents and visitors who don’t mind sharing the beauty of the islands with us!… Read More
2016-10-15 01:58
Love the ocean? So do we. Below we’ve listed some fun things to do in Maui in and on the ocean.
1 – Surfing
There are numerous fun ways to ride waves, including body… Read More
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