“The Queen’s Jubilee”
A talented and prolific composer as well as the heir to Hawai‘i’s throne, Liliuokalani was inspired to write several songs, one of which is named “The Queen’s Jubilee.”
We Give You the Raspberry
‘Akala, the native Hawaiian raspberry, is one of the native plants bringing life back to Poli Poli forest after last January’s devastating fire.
Maui’s Best Beaches
Maui’s beaches are certainly perfect for doing “nothing,” and they also give us the world’s most stunning settings for doing something.
The Voice of the Ulili
The “wandering tattler spends the summer nesting near streams in the Alaskan tundra. When the weather starts to cool, the birds fly south to Hawai‘i.
Thank You for Smoking
The search for the best BBQ joints on Maui. Here are the top five restaurants scored on smoky, sweet, vinegary, fall off the bone, delicious meat.
The Burning Question
Can the last Hawaii sugar plantation survive without cane fires? What happens to Maui if they stop?
Kahakuloa Journey
West Maui's wild, windward coast boasts spectacular views, blowholes, and bell stones, a picturesque village--and a serpentine ride the makes the road to Hana seem tame.
On The Wing
Entomologists fear this endemic butterfly, our official state insect, may be disappearing from forests.
Rock Meets Mountain
Brit rock musician Mick Fleetwood hangs his hat at a gentleman's estate in Kula, Maui.
Breadfruit
As it turns out, one breadfruit can feed a family, and one variety a people. Packed in coconut-husk fiber and dry leaves, ‘ulu accompanied the Polynesian voyagers in their canoes bound for Hawai‘i.
10 Great Maui Adventures
The toughest part of creating a list of Maui adventures? Narrowing it down.
Olelo Hawaii
A revolution is happening in Island schools, as Hawaiian-immersion students find the keys to unlock their culture.
Hawaii’s Best Beaches
Top beaches in Hawaii in these categories: best family beach, most iconic features, best snorkeling, and most romantic beach sunsets in Hawaiʻi.
Big Wave Wahine
Brazilians Andrea Moller and Maria Souza go against the current in the male-dominated world of watersports.
Na Wai ‘Eha
Farmers, environmentalists, and the pressures of development vie for Wailuku's contested streams.
Cool Pools and Hot Spas
Diving into Maui pools, we found that each one reflected its own sense of place — not just its location on the island, but also the overall feel of its host resort.
Hawaiian Turmeric
Turmeric is prized around the world for its yellow color, bold flavor, and medicinal properties. When Polynesian voyagers first sailed to Hawai‘i, they brought the pungent herb with them.
Old School Spirit
More than three decades after being abandoned to the elements, vandals and arson, Maui’s first public high school is kindling a passion for renewal.
5 Fabulous Filets: Maui Steaks
Our team of faithful taste testers seek out the finest steak filets on Maui.
Haleakala Ranch
At this ranch, story is really not about cows or even about ranching. It's about land management. Open space. Preservation of primeval forest. Running a good business. Having a damn good time with horses. Helping the people.