wreath makers

Maui Wreath Makers

Every year, a magical holiday ritual unfolds at Kaluanui.
maui farm

The Maui Farm

A rural sanctuary helps at-risk families learn life lessons on the land.
bananas

Going Bananas

Tom Stevens recounts his early years living on Maui and how his attempt at growing bananas in a small lot in Iao Valley turned into more than he bargained for.
ukuleles

Return of the Ukulele

The plucky little ukulele is making a mighty coming back, thanks to some big stars.
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Straight on Til Friday

Chasing history by outrigger canoe: a landlubber's log on a voyage to the Northwest Hawaiian Islands

Beam me up, Dude

Tales of treks through Haleakala Crater.
Banyan Tree contest

Enter to Win a Romantic Dinner for Two at Banyan Tree

One lucky winner and a guest will enjoy a romantic dinner for two at the Banyan Tree at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua.
melekalikimaka

Jingle

Tom Stevens reminisces about the ultimate Christmas anthem of Hawaii, Mele Kalikimaka, and shares his memories of this beloved island inspired song.
Maui Wedding Maui

2017 Shaka List

20 Things We Love About Maui: Beats & Eats, Hashimoto persimmons, IMUA Family Services, Outrigger-canoe surfing & more!
Maui rainbow eucalyptus trees

2013 Shaka List

20 things we love about Maui, from surfboard fences to Portuguese sweet bread...
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.
maui polo

Paniolo Polo

At the Maui Polo Club, members continue a tradition where captains of the industry and cowboys have played side by side, and Maui’s paniolo are internationally known champions.
Maui bikini designers

Making Waves

Check out these hot local swimsuit designers on Maui, Hawaii.
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Let’s Go Fishing!

Islanders have a deep appreciation for treasures inspired by the sea. Who better to know their net worth? Check out five Maui must-haves.
Holupoe Beach Lanai

2012 Shaka List

From Tongan choirs to camping at Hulopoe, our shaka list gives you 25 reasons to fall in love with Maui.
maui air service

The High and the Mighty

Want to know where to find the ultra-rich on Maui? Kahului.
kapalua coastal trail

Happy Trails

Isao Nakagawa monitors the largest known colony of wedge-tailed shearwaters in Maui, nestled along the idyllic Kapalua Coastal Trail.
Maui Oheo Gulch

2020 Shaka List: 25 Reasons to Love Maui

25 reasons to love Maui — from chocolate to surfing!
shaka list 2010

2010 Shaka List

Our annual love song celebrates the things we love most about Maui.

Maui Makers: Made on Maui

Maui Makers was founded as part of the “maker movement,” inventors and tinkerers who take DIY to the extreme.
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2008 Shaka List

25 reasons to wave your thumb and pinky, and feel "lucky you live Maui."
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HOLIDAY WRAP-UP: More For You

Like our island gifts? Before buying and wrapping those goods this season, check out our web-exclusive items. We think you'll like them.
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MORE 2007 Shaka List

Read four more "bests," then give us your nominees for best things on Maui.

Maui Events & News

Imua Family Services’ Will Smith Discovery Garden

A World of Pure Imagination  Story by Savy Janssen Photographs by Jason Moore  Sunlight filtered through the outstretched arms of the 120-year-old monkey pod trees, and...

Maui Shopping Guide