Maui Travel Guide

Maui Travel Guide published by Maui Nō Ka ʻOi Magazine

Makua Rothman on Jaws, Maui

Jaws: A Bite Out of History

Three surfers chronicle their encounters with one of the most infamous waves in the world.
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Treat Yourself

Indulge in some of the latest packages and spa treatments from some of our favorite venues.
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Maui Food Truck Directory

Hungry? Check out these Maui food trucks located around the island.

Current Attractions at Maui Ocean Center

Maui Ocean Center’s temporary residents have lasting lessons to teach.
chinatown

Maui’s Chinatown

The Chinese community in Upcountry Maui helped feed the 49ers of the California Gold Rush, and a now-and-then resident who became the father of modern China.

Above and Beyond

Champion waterman Kai Lenny is changing the standup paddleboard industry with breakneck speed.
Kings Highway - Daniel Sullivan Photography

On the King’s Trail (VIDEOS)

A writer and a photographer explore the remains of the King's Trail on Maui, where dozens of archaeological sites spring up from the side of the trail.
Pipiwai Trail

Kīpahulu Hike: This Way To the Waterfall

We visit Waimoku, the roughly 400-foot falls cascading down the face of a U-shaped valley headland at the end of two-mile Pīpīwai Trail.
Iao Needle

Maui’s Small Towns

We asked residents of Maui's small towns to share their favorite spots, shops, dining and more.
DT Fleming Maui Beach

Maui’s Best Beaches

Here’s a starter kit of the best Maui beaches we recommend for the attractions they offer — from sunup to sundown.
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Hiking Hālawa

This remote Moloka‘i valley is home to hardy Hawaiians, lizard deities, and fish that climb waterfalls.
Wailuku Maui murals

Painting the Town: Wailuku

A sophisticated public art series reveals Wailuku’s deep aloha.
Lahaina old jail

Art History

Lahaina Arts Society celebrates its fiftieth anniversary this November.
Maui resort swimming pool

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.
humpback whale rainbow

2016 Shaka List

Every year, we publish the Shaka List: a serenade to some of what makes Maui nō ka ‘oi.
Polihale beach Kauai

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.
Wailua church

Sacred Path Itineraries

Take a pilgrimage into island history through Maui's places of worship.

Top Maui Activities

From stargazing to FootGolf, Maui offers so many fun activities for all ages.

The Suite Life

The top 5 most lavish resort suites on the island of Maui where Hollywood celebs and industry moguls spend their vacations. Resorts from Wailea to Kapalua.
25 travel tips for maui

25 Tips for Island Travellers

Plan the perfect vacation with tips from our insider guide to Maui. Discover the best activities for foodies, history buffs, adventurers and more.

Maui Dinner Cruises + VIDEO

These Maui boat tours with catering chefs offer signature plated and buffet fare. Add the occasional sighting of a whale’s tail or two during whale season, and you’ve got an unforgettable dinner show.
longboarding

Longboarding

Along the coast of Maui, few things sing summertime more than the wide, rolling southern swells dotted with longboarders.
Maui vacation tips

All the Right Moves

Experts share their tips for a safe and memorable Maui vacation.
Maui church

A Sacred Path

Exploring Maui’s places of worship is a pilgrimage into the rich and compelling history of this multicultural island.

Trail of Bays

Kapalua Coastal Trail The 1.76-mile Kapalua Coastal Trail traces a coastline of warm-hued beaches and rugged lava points, where hikers can admire views of the...
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Liquid Assets

A beginner learns to scuba dive—and introduces us to Maui's tropical reef life.
Maui Obon

Obon + 2019 Festival Schedule

Get the full 2019 Maui Obon festival schedule.