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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...

Kahoʻolawe: bombs, sharks, and 2.71 tons of trash (+VIDEO)

See what it's like to spend four days on this uninhabited Hawaiian island, avoiding bombs, watching for sharks, and caring for this sacred place.

Try These 12 West Maui Restaurants on Your Next Visit

West Maui Eats: 12 Restaurants To Try on Your Next Visit West Maui is a hub for great eats, home to some of the best restaurants on Maui. From Lāhainā to Kapalua, diners can delight...

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 has the highest number of shark encounters in Hawaii, earning...
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VIDEO: Papa Kuʻiʻai (Poi Board) Making

Watch as we transform a piece of monkey pod into a papa kuʻiʻai (poi board) during this workshop on Maui, hosted by the Hawaiʻi Farmers Union United.
red sweet li hing mui on maui

Li Hing Mui: Hawaii’s Favorite Snack

Li hing mui is a favorite Hawaii snack. Lehia shares her top 10 ways to eat this salty sweet treat.

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 the world, Hawaii is a haven for unique biodiversity. Of...

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 are at least a century old. Today, they house modern...

Popular Pā‘ia Eatery Gets Stylish Upgrade

Pā‘ia has long been a renowned foodie destination, home to popular Maui eateries like Flatbread Company and the original Pā‘ia Fish Market. However, one longstanding Pā‘ia cafe has recently seen a surge in popularity...

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 than just a pretty backdrop to Maui’s luxe resorts. A...

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 to do on Maui to help trim your budget. While...

Instructions: How to Make a Lei

Celebrate May Day in Hawaii with a fresh flower lei. Here are step by step instructions on how to sew your lei.

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 cozy mountain lodges to prolific beachside slack key shows, here...

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 the leeward side of Haleakalā. By Judy Edwards It was audacious. It...

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 a deeper connection to the island, its environment and its...

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. And in lieu of ABC Stores and Starbucks, you’ll find...
Hula dancers at Old Lahaina Luau, Maui Hawaii

This Maui Lū’au Has Been Voted the Island’s Best for 20 Consecutive Years

As the sun sinks behind Mala Wharf, hula dancers sway and whirl rhythmically before an enchanted audience. A live band croons in Hawaiian, torches flicker, and pounding drums echo. Welcome to a typical evening at...
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How to Live With Ocean Aloha

A single question drives Maui Ocean Center’s Ocean Aloha, “go green for blue” initiative: what do we want our oceans to look like for our children, grandchildren and generations that follow? Here’s what we...

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 the Pleiades, a storied cluster of seven stars. The rising...
Chef Henry Tariga

Adopt The Locavore Diet, Support Sustainability

The locavore movement supports sustainability.
Tikehau Lounge, Best Maui Bars Kihei

Maui’s Best Bars and Lounges

A tropical destination like Maui might evoke visions of overpriced umbrella drinks, but the island’s bar scene might surprise you. Maui's best bars suit every mood and price point, from elegant hotel lobby lounges...
Kaanapali Kai Golf Course

Juniors play free on the Ka’anapali Kai Course until September 30

Junior golfers play free at the Ka’anapali Kai Course from June 1-September 30, 2019.

Five Things To Do On A Lanai Day Trip 

Eight miles across the Au‘au Channel from Lahaina is Lanai, Maui’s closest habitable neighbor island. Once known for its extensive pineapple production, today, the island attracts both well-heeled visitors (who flock to the island’s...
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Top Five Places to Wine & Dine Your Date on Maui

Looking for the perfect place to enjoy a romantic meal?

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 school and the holiday season approaching.  For savvy visitors, early autumn...
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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.'
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Coping with Covid: Maui Resort Update

Safety is the new luxury at Maui resorts.