January-February 2017

January-February 2017 issue of Maui Nō Ka ʻOi Magazine

Maui Woodys

New Year, New Look

It's a new year and a great time for a new look.
maui sea urchins

The Urchin and the Hala Tree

Learn about hala trees (Pandanus tectorius), which are among Hawai‘i’s most recognizable and versatile native plants.
Maui Humane Society Animal Emergency Services

Animal’s Best Friend

Thanks to a new Maui Humane Society initiative, the shelter launched its twenty-four-hour animal emergency response hotline last year. To reach the 24/7 hotline, call 808-877-3680 X211.
maui luxury spa

Pampered in Paradise: Maui Resort Spa Treatments

These Maui spa treatments will have you drifting away like an island breeze.
Maui Jaws big wave surfing competition

Facing Down Jaws

Monster waves aren't Peʻahi's only challenge...
Taverna Chefette

Taverna’s Passion for Pasta

Taverna's pasta-passionate "Chefette" considers making fresh pasta her core responsibility.
beer cocktails

The Great Beer Cocktail

Beer cocktails as luxury drinks? You bet your tankard! The refreshing, ice-cold bubbly from Maui’s craft breweries can stand up to some of the continent’s best craft beers.
Maui Etiquette Class

Maui’s Mrs. Manners

Among other lessons, etiquette students practice listening without interrupting and the boys learn to help seat the girls before themselves.
Hawaiian Heirloom Bracelets

Links of Gold

“As Hawaiians, our mo‘olelo [stories] are so important,” says Maelia. “With heirloom jewelry, the mo‘olelo live on in each piece.”
golfboard

On the Upswing

A centuries-old sport gets a technological upgrade.