From the Publisher
It’s clear to me what I love most about Maui—our sense of connection: to our past, to our island culture and environment, most importantly, to each other.
From the Publisher
This issue holds a wellspring of folks with green on their minds. It is to those stewards of our future that this issue is dedicated.
Publisher’s Note
Happy Birthday, 2008! Sound the noisemakers, pop the champagne, and don’t forget the confetti.
Publisher’s Note
It started with a phone call four months ago. “When is your dad’s birthday?” asked Kimokeo. “Tell him I’m going to give him a lu‘au, so he has to visit us.”
Publisher’s Note
What do you think kama‘aina is? Love the land and the people, and be respectful. That’s kama‘aina.
Publisher’s Note
Pursue happiness. It’s all over so fast, and what really matters isn’t form—it’s content. Pass the cookies, please.
Publisher’s Note
Inside this “Best of Maui” issue are treasures to inspire a new adventure or rekindle a fond memory—a thoughtfully chosen list that is quintessentially Maui.
From the Publisher
I’m proud to announce that Maui No Ka ‘Oi is now printed on recycled paper, and not a moment too soon.
Publisher’s Note
We welcome Ashley Stepanek as our new managing editor as we also close a decade of publishing, and look forward to the next.
Publisher's Notes
Old Flame
Our theme this issue is “hot stuff” — and what could be hotter than a sexy, champagne-gold Jag . . . in flames?