Cultural Volunteering on Your Maui Vacation
It’s easy to fall in love with Maui—the beautiful scenery, sunny weather and aloha spirit. However, many visitors to Maui only scrape the surface [...]
What Does the Hawaiian Lei Symbolize?
Giving a lei in Hawaii is almost as special as receiving one. Leis are a symbol of love, respect, welcoming, or appreciation. They are [...]
Where to Buy Truly Reef Safe Sunscreen, and Why it’s Important
Hawaiʻi made worldwide news in May of 2018 when it passed the nation’s first law banning the sale of sunscreen products containing oxybenzone and [...]
Where to Buy Local Art and Souvenirs on Maui
One of the best signs of Maui getting back to “normal” is all of the local galleries, open air marketplaces and other artsy enclaves [...]
Maui’s Best Eco-Friendly Cultural Adventures
When you travel, it is always nice to get to know about the place you are visiting. There is so much depth to Maui’s [...]
The Art of Surfing, Then and Now
Long before Polynesians voyaged to Hawaii, surfing was a central part of their culture. By the time of European contact in 1789, the art [...]
