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The Poet and the Forest
Seeking solitude and renewal, W.S. Merwin turned
a scarred Maui hillside into a sanctuary
of palms & poetry.
Weapons of Old Hawaiʻi
Weapons of Old Hawaiʻi Once central to battle, mea kaua now teach story, balance and identity in today’s islands by Savannah Dagupion photographs by Daniel Sullivan Kekai Kapu has been making mea kaua – traditional Hawaiian war weapons – for decades, understanding the history, creation and practicality of each piece. One of his...
Winds of Change
Winds of Change Legendary waterman Robby Naish on corporate freedom, rediscovering his windsurfing roots and riding life’s next wave. story by Todd A. Vines photographs by Erik Aeder Late-morning trades sweep across Hoʻokipa Beach Park as sails flash against the whitecaps. Maui’s Robby Naish steps from the sand to the sea, board under...
The Breath Between Seasons
The Breath Between Seasons Each fall, Maui’s trade winds soften and the air grows still, revealing the delicate balance that shapes island life. by Chris Amundson Daniel Sullivan When the trade winds ease, Maui changes character. The sea in Kahului Harbor turns mirror-smooth. Heat settles over the Central Valley. Clouds gather behind Haleakalā,...
Sicilian Soul, Pacific Flair
Sicilian Soul, Pacific Flair Chef's flavors cross oceans at Montage Kapalua Bay by Chris Amundson and Ariella Nardizzi Chef Justin Purpura’s earliest culinary memories are steeped in Sicily – even though he grew up in Baltimore. At just 4 years old, he was in the kitchen with his grandparents, tossing dough and...
Holiday Spirits at Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows
Two festive favorites from Kāanapali’s oceanfront oasis – crafted with island warmth and a dash of holiday cheer. Set along the golden sands of Kāanapali Beach, Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows blends laid-back luxury with island tradition. Guests linger under palm-fringed sunsets, where the rhythm of the surf sets the...
What’s Open Lahaina?
Following the 2023 wildfires, some restaurants in Lahaina are beginning to welcome back guests. Lahaina’s culinary scene was once a tapestry of tastes and experiences. Shave ice shops were nestled near iconic oceanfront restaurants. A luxury luau thrummed alongside neon-lit dive bars. A historic Japanese okazuya was within steps of...