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.
Return of the Ukulele
The plucky little ukulele is making a mighty coming back, thanks to some big stars.
Straight on Til Friday
Chasing history by outrigger canoe: a landlubber's log on a voyage to the Northwest Hawaiian Islands
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.
Jingle
Tom Stevens reminisces about the ultimate Christmas anthem of Hawaii, Mele Kalikimaka, and shares his memories of this beloved island inspired song.
2017 Shaka List
20 Things We Love About Maui: Beats & Eats, Hashimoto persimmons, IMUA Family Services, Outrigger-canoe surfing & more!
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.
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.
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.
2012 Shaka List
From Tongan choirs to camping at Hulopoe, our shaka list gives you 25 reasons to fall in love with Maui.
Happy Trails
Isao Nakagawa monitors the largest known colony of wedge-tailed shearwaters in Maui, nestled along the idyllic Kapalua Coastal Trail.
Maui Makers: Made on Maui
Maui Makers was founded as part of the “maker movement,” inventors and tinkerers who take DIY to the extreme.
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.
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...













































