Maui Blog

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Hina Matsuri (Girls’ Day) Traditions

Hina Matsuri, or Girls Day, is a favorite Hawaii holiday celebrating the ladies in your life. This Japanese tradition is widely celebrated across the islands.
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Haiku Flower Festival

The Haiku Hoʻolauleʻa Flower Festival kicks off April 12, featuring live music, food booths, vendors, kids activities and more.
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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.
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Five Rainy Day Activities on Maui

Wondering what to do on Maui when it is raining? Here are five rainy day activities on Maui for the entire family.
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Congratulations to Clifford Nae‘ole

The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua's cultural advisor was recently recognized as an industry leader in perpetuating the Hawaiian culture.
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Camp Imua Goes Green with Zero Waste Plan

Camp Imua is week-long recreational camp that provides children with disabilities and special needs an opportunity to experience camp with the help of supportive volunteer caregivers. This year, Camp Imua will partner with the Maui Huliau Foundation for a zero waste event.
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Smoke Free Beaches in Maui

The Maui County Council passes bill creating tobacco-free parks and facilities, including beaches.
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My Top 5 Swimwear Shops on Maui

Maui is the mecca of swimwear. Here are Lehia's favorite shops for getting beach ready—just in time for summer!
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Native Hawaiian Community Educator Award

Hokulani Holt-Padilla honored as Native Hawaiian community educator of the year.
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Soccer FEST 14

Hundreds of Maui kids will participate in a soccer event to set a World Record for the Biggest Pick-up Soccer Game on Earth.
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Free ʻukulele lessons!

Free live music and ʻukulele lessons? That's right. Here's how to sign up.
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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.
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Just Coast + VIDEO

Follow your local guide and make the most of West Maui on this perfect day tour.
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First Maui Cacao Harvest

Get ready for Maui-grown and made on Maui chocolate!
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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.
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“Think Yellow, Go Green” this Earth Day

Support Maui schools and recycle old telephone directories at locations throughout Maui.
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Foreign Exchange Student Program

25 French students visit Maui during the Summer Home-stay Program in July.

New Maui Chamber Orchestra

Cantique de Jean Racine was written for the Maui Chamber Orchestra for its first concert.

The Secret Life of Cocktails

The Hawaiʻi Food & Wine Festival will be celebrating good taste throughout the weekend—from a food-infused golf tournament to intimate wine dinners to an epicurean smorgasbord featuring thirteen chefs.
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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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Blooming Business at Kula Botanical Garden

Kula Botanical Garden is an Upcountry Maui treasure, blooming with a beautiful selection of exotic flowers, plants and tropical landscapes.
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Well, well, WHALE!

This season's first humpback whale has been spotted. Early season whale watch tours are happening now—sightings are guaranteed!
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Hula Competition on Maui

Ku Mai Ka Hula is an international hula competition held in Maui on September 10-12, at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
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Chasing Waves on Maui

Maui surfer and photographer John Patao gets inside the barrel to snap action photos of waves.

Q K C Magazine

Announcing the premiere issue of Q K C, the magazine of Queen Ka’ahumanu Center. The inaugural issue features fashion trends and dining, the queen’s legacy, popular throwback memories, community support and stories, along with an event calendar.
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Calling All Conservationists!

Hawaii Conservation Alliance is hiring a program coordinator, and looking for qualified applicants. Here's how to apply.

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.