Volunteering on Your Maui Vacation
When disaster strikes on Maui, the community responds. This happened even before any “official” relief efforts were on site after the recent fires. The caring spirit of residents for each other, the land and sea, known in Hawaiian as Malama, is a positive force. As a visitor, you may want to join in, and make your visit to Maui not[...]
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Epic Maui Road Trips
Aloha and welcome to Maui! Fewer people on the island this fall mean roads are less crowded too- a great time to take a few road trips!
Road Trip 1 – Haleakala Crater
You may have heard the sunrise atop Haleakala- a 10,000 ft. dormant volcano- is spectacular, and it is. However, it is also chilly and can be socked in with f[...]
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Welcome Back to Maui This Fall
Aloha, e komo mai- Maui welcomes you back to the island!
This is a surprisingly good time to visit Maui, despite last month's devastating fires that burned Lahaina town in west Maui, and parts of upcountry. Our community was greatly affected by what is considered the greatest fire disaster in modern history. As the community recov[...]
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Vacationing on Maui After the Fires
Devastation caused by the Maui fires will be on our minds and in our hearts for some time to come. However, as the island recovers, we want to keep our treasured guests in the loop, including help on upcoming vacation plans.
West Maui is slowly reopening to visitors, including our resort, Kuleana, which is now open. Lahaina town w[...]
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West Maui Evacuation Information
This evacuation information has been provided by the Maui Hotel Association to evacuate residents and guests from West Maui. We will update this page as more information becomes available.
For those wanting to help, we suggest donating to the Maui Food Bank. Their website also lists all of the food distribution sites.
For more up[...]
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What You Need Advance Reservations for on Maui
With visitation numbers back to normal on Maui, it may be necessary to make advance reservations for some of your favorite island attractions and activities. To ensure you enjoy the best of Maui, plan ahead! Even return visitors will find some places need reservations that didn't before, and things to do are booked farther in advan[...]
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Staying Cool While Visiting Maui this Summer
Higher humidity can make Maui summer days seem warmer. No worries…we have 5 great ways to hang loose and stay cool during Maui’s endless summer.
1. Visit Iao Valley State Park
If you’re seeking a dip in fresh mountain water or a cool walk on a paved shady path, we have the perfect place. Tucked away in a lush tropical rainforest is[...]
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DIY Upcountry Maui Jacaranda Tour
Purple is an exotic color at the far end of our visible spectrum and often associated with royalty. The hue is relatively rare in nature. So when miles of trees on a scenic highway in Upcountry Maui burst out with a full canopy of brilliant purple in the late spring each year, it is always a glorious spectacle. If you are lucky eno[...]
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Money Saving Maui Vacation Tips for Families
Maui is not just for the ultra rich and famous. Families on a budget can have a wonderful time on the island, with great food and activity filled days. There are even ways to shave some dough off airfare and condo stays. Plus, join a group to get free stuff passed along from other travelers while you are here. Here are our top five[...]
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The Best Family Fun Activities on Maui
Consistent sunny weather and lots of family fun activities makes summer a great time to travel to Maui. Toddlers to teens will enjoy all the fun things to do on this paradise island. And you don't have to break open the piggy bank- many are free or low cost. Here are just a few suggestions.
The basics
The first place to start is y[...]
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