New Year's Resolutions, Maui Style!
Every year around this time, people make resolutions to change in one way or another- many of which aren't kept as winter melts into spring. Start your New Year's resolutions the Maui way, and your commitments may stick and turn into a beautiful island lifestyle, even when you journey back home.
#1 Eat Better
The number one resolu[...]
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Fun Things to Do in Winter on Maui
One of the most popular times to visit the beautiful island of Maui is winter – December through February-- and the reasons probably won’t surprise you! Maui offers tropical weather and a laid-back lifestyle for many people from colder climates, and there are some popular events that can make your stay even more enjoyable. If you a[...]
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Tips to Book Last Minute Holiday Condos on Maui
Haven’t booked your winter holiday travel plans yet? If you are thinking about coming to Maui over the holidays, condo and hotel occupancy are very high already. But don’t despair, you might still be lounging on a Maui beach sooner than you think. We’ve got some tips for last minute vacation shoppers, for beautiful Maui beachfront [...]
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Finding Hawaiian Culture at Maui’s Open-Air Malls
Part of feeling like you are in the islands is immersing yourself in Hawaiian culture. While there are sporadic events island-wide, malls on Maui have a full schedule if recurring events running the gambit from Polynesian music and dance to authentic crafts. The best part? Activities are free! Add a meal at one of the nearb[...]
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Where to Stay- South or West Maui?
West side or south side? That’s the great debate regarding where to stay on Maui. While it’s a hard decision, there really is no wrong answer, just a few preference choices.
West Maui
The West side of Maui is where you will find the former whaling capital, Lahaina. Filled with a delightful harbor area, Lahaina is a walkable town [...]
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What to Wear on Maui (Without Looking Like a Tourist)
Picture a sunny afternoon chilling on your favorite Maui beach, cool drink in hand, toes in the sand. Then you see it. A couple, donned in matching hibiscus print shirts, tall socks nestled in their sandals, colorful fabric leis, arms holding outstretched selfie sticks. If you want to avoid appearing as a vacation caricature, read[...]
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Trip Insurance Saved My Vacation
I had finally done it- planned the trip of a lifetime. Right as I was in final preparations, I got a call from my sister that my mom had passed unexpectedly. Suddenly, walking tours and restaurant guides were meaningless as I made arrangements to fly home and be with family. Trip insurance softened the blow- for a few dollars in in[...]
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Exploring Maui's Rich History & Culture
Cultural tourism on Maui encapsulates art, architecture, food, age-old customs, Hawaiian language, the aloha spirit and much more. However, there is no better place to start a voyage of discovery into the islands history than touring its museums and cultural sites.
In the Lahaina area alone, there are 65 significant cultural sites[...]
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Tradition of the Hawaiian Lei
The tradition of gathering flowers, stringing them into a beautiful lei and sharing with others is an ancient tradition still popular today. Polynesian voyagers brought this fragrant custom to the Hawaiian Islands. Wearing a lei represented wealth, royalty, and rank. There are even leis to signify which island a person is from. Hul[...]
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Buying Maui Gifts and Mementos to Take Home
Gift shopping for yourself or others while on Maui? Check out our shopping guide for an overview. We’ve also gathered some specific ideas plus where to find everything below. So if friends, family or co-workers have dropped some not-so-subtle “bring me back something” hints, we’ve got you covered- including things you can pick up a[...]
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