Maui Blog

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Listen to Local Live Music at These Unique Maui Venues

For a small island, Maui has a wealth of talented musicians – and a slew of excellent local venues to complement their sounds. From...
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MAPA presents Frozen, Jr. sponsored by Ululani’s

Witness the magic of Frozen Jr. live on stage as 60 performing arts students bring this heartwarming show to life.

How to Plan Your Road to Hana Trip: Best Road to Hana Stops

The road to Hana is Maui’s most popular road trip. Stretching from Kahului to Kipahulu, the narrow highway winds through one of the wettest...

Volunteer Opportunities on Maui

Volunteering on Maui is a meaningful way to support the local community. Whether a first-time visitor or lifelong resident, volunteering allows you to forge...

Best Things To Do On Maui For First Time Visitors

There are endless things to do on Maui—despite the island’s small size. Planning your first trip to the Valley Isle can be overwhelming. What...

Spectacular Ways To Stargaze On Maui

As sun-drenched days give way to starry nights, Maui’s nightlife scene comes alive. But “nightlife” on the Valley Isle isn’t defined by brassy clubs...

What You Should Know About Makahiki Season

On November evenings in the northern hemisphere, turn your attention to the sky shortly after dusk. Due east, just above the horizon, you’ll see...

Fencing Haleakalā

Battling the elements, goats, and bureaucracy to protect the ecosystems at the top of Maui Koa trees and other native species are returning to...
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The Rainbow State? Yes, we are.

Ever wonder why are there so many rainbows in Hawaii? Discover the science behind the creation of our beloved rainbows.

10 Free Things to Do on Maui

It’s no secret that visiting (or living in) Maui can be expensive. But the good news? There are a ton of fun free things...

Exploring Maui Wildlife: Endemic Species and Where to Find Them

Hawaii is home to a remarkable array of plants and animals found nowhere else on Earth. With the highest percentage of endemic species in...

What You Should Know About “Sharktober” On Maui

October signals the arrival of spooky season — but on Maui, it's not just ghouls and ghosts you should consider. October is "Sharktober." Historically, October...

Anything but Iʻa Poke Contest

Maui’s Anything but I‘a Poke Contest Invites Home Chefs to Get Creative by Ariella Nardizzi Canoe crops such as ‘ulu (breadfruit), kalo (taro), niu (coconut) and...
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Visit These Five Unique Landscapes on Maui

Maui is known for its waterfalls and honey-colored beaches — but there is more to discover on the Valley Isle than tropical landscapes. While...
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Get Your Fill: Maui Food Tour + VIDEO

Follow your local guide and make the most of Maui on this 'foodie tour.'

Your Guide to Nāpili

Five miles beyond bustling Kā‘anapali, high-rise resorts give way to charming coastal neighborhoods. Infinitely long beaches are replaced by rocky coastlines and protected coves....

Guide to Makawao

Nestled on the cool Upcountry slopes, Makawao is a historic paniolo (cowboy) town. Rooted in ranching and plantation history, many of Makawao’s step-gabled buildings...
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Luxury Cruisin’ + VIDEO

Follow your local guide and make the most of Upcountry Maui.

10 Places to Shop Maui-Made Gifts this December

Shop local on Maui this holiday season! Finding the perfect holiday gift is easy when you shop locally on Maui. The island offers a...

10 Essential Stops on an Upcountry Road Trip

Upcountry Maui, with its rolling pastures and sweeping bicoastal views, is often overlooked in favor of the island’s coastal regions. But Upcountry offers more...

6 Things to Do on Maui This Shoulder Season

September marks the start of Maui's slow season. Visitor arrivals tend to drop in September and stay low into October, with kids back in...

Maui Beaches for Every Personality

There is a lot to love about Maui, but beaches are among the island’s biggest allures. With 30 of Maui’s 120 miles of coastline...
Vince Mina

It’s a Dirty Job—HFUU is Doing It.

Two words have been on my mind a lot lately. If you live in Hawaiʻi, you probably know these words well: FOOD SECURITY.
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Wailuku Attractions + VIDEO

Follow your local guide and make the most of central Maui on this perfect day in Wailuku tour.

Your Walking Guide to Wailuku

This historic, off-beat Maui town is laden with ‘ono bakeries, quirky shops and showstopping murals.  Once an easy-to-miss sleepy town, Wailuku is experiencing a contemporary...
Inn at Mama's

Romantic Day on Maui + VIDEO

Follow your local guide and make the most of Maui's north shore on this romantic perfect day.
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Kapalua Wine & Food Festival 2018

Come dressed in your best for Friday's White Party during The Grand Tasting! Enjoy premium wines at a walk-around tasting and evening under the stars on the oceanfront grounds of Montage Kapalua Bay.