September-October 2012

September-October 2012 issue of Maui Nō Ka ʻOi Magazine

Iao Theater Maui

Stage Fright

Just in time for Halloween, Sarah Ruppenthal explores the haunted history of the historic Iao Theater, where scary ghost tales linger even today.
kaunaoa hawaiian plant

Vegetable Vampire

kauna‘oa, a Native Hawaiian medicinal plant and the official flower of Lanai, is as beautiful as it is deadly, earning it the ominous reputation as a vampire plant.
publisher's note

Puddle Jump to Maui

Our publisher shares her vacation stories, then introduces our Travel Issue, where you can find tons of reasons to start exploring Maui.
bathroom remodel

Master the Bathroom Remodel

In this home and garden advice column, Patti Gardener offers tips on how to create the perfect bathroom remodel project that makes both men and women happy.
Wine sommelier

Waiter, There’s a Sock in My Wine!

In this wine-and-spirit advice column, advanced sommelier Charles Fredy explains how various flavors and aromas like end up in a glass of wine.
best burgers maui

Battle of Maui Burgers

We scoured the island to find out which restaurant has the best burgers on Maui. Discover the delicious results of this ultimate battle of the burgers.

Soaring Voices

The Soaring Voices exhibit featuring Japanese women ceramic artists makes a rare appearance at Maui Arts & Cultural Center's Schaefer International Gallery.
fashion at Mama's Fish House on Maui

Gone Fishin’

Maui is filled with great fashion for any style. We pick our favorites for this tropical island photo shoot and tell you where to shop for each look.
Bob Bangerter photos

Picture This

Professional photographer Bob Bangerter offers a quick photo lesson and quick tips on how to capture the best shots while vacationing on Maui.
Louis Vuitton duffel

Travel Pack

These travel essentials are perfect for any kind of Maui vacation. Start here for all the must have items for the perfectly planned trip.