Links of Gold
“As Hawaiians, our mo‘olelo [stories] are so important,” says Maelia. “With heirloom jewelry, the mo‘olelo live on in each piece.”
Surfing the Skies
Paragliding rookies and veterans can catch some serious air with Proflyght Paragliding, located on the gentle slopes of Haleakala, right here on Maui.
Choosing What Tastes Good
How did a former banker and an anthropology major become accidental restaurateurs? Maybe Choice was Fate all along.
The Marriage of Food and Wine
Charles Fredy discusses some of the subtle elements that create great food-and-wine pairings, which you can experience at the Kapalua Wine and Food Festival in June.
Publisher’s Note
Happy Birthday, 2008! Sound the noisemakers, pop the champagne, and don’t forget the confetti.
Living Calligraphy
In spring, mature akule (big-eyed scad) congregate in sheltered Hawaiian bays. Historically, Hawaiian villages posted lookouts to watch for whenever a big akule school came near shore.
Great Finds: Everyday Ecology
This environmentally friendly Great Finds shopping guide shows you eight little ways to make a big difference. Mother Earth will thank you.
Happy Makes Me Happy
Two Maui artists paint His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama for a new traveling exhibit.
The Gotta-Be House
Located in Spreckelsville, on the north shore of Maui, this luxury oceanfront retreat has withstood time and elements to retain a true sense of place.
Specific Beauty
Supermarket-variety orchids are a far cry from their feral parents. At Tropical Orchid Farm in Haiku, Jeffrey Parker and Kathy Klett propagate the ancestral species.
Ridge Story
You'll trek it on the Lahaina Pali Trail, but Kalaloloa means much more to Hawaiians. Read the legend of ‘Ele‘io and Kanikani‘a‘ula.
Cruising Sun Country
The Chinatown sector of Maui is hardly a tourist mecca. A drive can include farm-country attractions and some of the Chinese history of the island.
Blue Skies, White Knuckles
Exploring the world's tallest sea cliffs by air—with a novice at the controls.
The Reign of ‘Ulalena
A West Maui theatrical troupe celebrates a decade of performance art that wears a Hawaiian face.
Maui’s Night Sky
Its feet on the ocean floor, its head above the clouds, Haleakala offers an unparalleled view for contemplating the cosmos.
Fair Winds
Trade winds are the prevailing gusts that blow across the tropics. But here in Hawai‘i, they’re mostly known for delivering perfect weather.
In Their Own Words
Kalikolehua Storer
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort, Hana-Maui Resort — Area Cultural and Training Advisor
“My mom is a cultural...
WEB EXCLUSIVE: Vegan Recipes
Delicious recipes for vegan mac & cheese, lu‘au leaf w/ roasted garlic dip, vegan nut cream, garlic mash potatoes with vegan gravy, and kabocha pie.
Lulu’s Kitchen
While in Provence to visit the legendary vineyard Domaine Tempier, Diane receives an unexpected treat: its matriarch, Madame Lulu Peyraud, agrees to see her.
Talk Story
A Farm for the Future
Former sugar plantation now producing limes,
lemons, oranges... and avocados
story by Chris Amundson
Photo by Mahi Pono
Mahi Pono employees plant lime...































