Maui is not just an island, it's a magical experience and tropical paradise, especially for couples seeking adventure and natural beauty. A love story waiting to happen for those who thrive on adventure and natural beauty. The varied landscapes and an abundance of thrilling activities, Maui offers an ideal setting for romantic escapades. From hiking in the lush ‘Īao Valley to snorkeling in the pristine waters of Molokini, here’s how you can fall in love with Maui while deepen

Maui has a deep connection to the sea, including fishing for subsistence and for recreation. The island offers a unique and diverse fishing experience with a range of options to suit every angler. Discover everything you need to know for your inaugural fishing expedition to Maui here!

Aloha and welcome to Maui! Whether this is your first visit, or you haven't been here in awhile, this just- updated, epic 7-day Maui vacation itinerary focuses on the very best, current things to do on the island. We've worked in plenty of time to relax and soak in the warm beauty of the island.

Maui, renowned for its idyllic beaches and romantic retreats, offers an abundance of opportunities for hikers eager to explore its natural wonders. From the rugged coastal shores to the towering volcanic peaks, Maui presents a diverse range of hiking trails suitable for individuals of all ages and experience levels.

Maui, with its pristine beaches, lush landscapes, and vibrant culture, is a photographer’s paradise. From the iconic Road to Hana to the majestic Haleakalā National Park, every corner of this Hawaiian island offers picture-perfect moments waiting to be captured.

Maalaea, Maui is small oceanfront village with a slow, easygoing feel. Yet, this gem is often overlooked as a tourist destination. Centrally located between Maui's sunny south and west shores, Maalaea condos are on the ocean within walking distance to the island's longest beach. Shops and restaurants anchor one end of Ma'alaea small boat harbor.

We look forward to "whale season" every year, the winter months when humpback whales migrate thousands of miles from summer feeding grounds in polar regions to winter breeding grounds in warmer waters closer to the equator, including Maui.

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!

Pacific Humpback Whales made an early arrival this year- spotted September 14th at 10am off of Kihei.  But the excitement doesn't really notch up until later in November, when the whales become more active. This makes vactioning during the winter months on Maui particularly exciting. Every year, over 10,000 humpbacks annually migrate to the warm, shallow waters of Maui.

While you are visiting the tropical island of Maui, you may not know about some wet and wild connections. Our moist story begins in the two mountain regions—Pu'u Kukui, in the West Maui mountains gets an average of 366 inches of rainfall a year, while "Big Bog" in East Maui gets drenched with over 404 inched of rain per year.

It’s hard to imagine when the Hawaiian islands erupted from the sea, that one day they would support lush and diverse biological species. It's even more suprising to learn some iconic tropical flowers you see today are not native to the islands. At first, there was only rock in Hawaii's evolution. The true native species arrived by wind, bird, or was washed ashore by the ocean.

We love sharing some of the best island experiences, like a visit to Maui Ocean Center. When family and friends arrive, we get to go along and play unofficial tour guide. The day we visited was pleasantly warm. Since the park is spread out over three acres, there is plenty of space to see marine life outdoors, like at turtle lagoon, and even gently feel the texture of a spiny sea urchin or soft sea sponge at the touch pool.

Every winter, thousands of humpback whales travel to the warm, shallow waters of Hawai‘i to mate, give birth, and raise their young. Seeing a whale in September is rare, but not a fluke (pun intended), it does happen, with activity continuing through April, and sometimes into May.

Seeing a Hawaiian Monk seal while snorkeling or diving around Maui is a rare treat. Friendly and curious, observing these furry, puppy-faced creatures is a delight. But just how rare was this encounter? With an estimated population of 1,200, the Hawaiian monk seal is one of the most endangered marine mammals in the world, and the rarest seal in U.S. waters.

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 octinoxate, two common sunscreen ingredients that have significant harmful impacts on Hawaii’s marine environment.

On Maui, we cohabitate our homes and condos with a tiny wall-crawling creature- the gecko- and we like it. Understanding the value these colorful lizards provide is one thing. They pay their dues by eating mosquitoes, cockroaches, flies, and spiders that might have found their way inside.

You don’t need an expensive or complex camera to take great photos. I shoot and edit photos here on Maui, and often times end up pulling out my smartphone for certain candid shots or to use the panoramic feature in tight spaces. You can take great shots too by following a few expert tips.

The Whales are back to Maui Waters! The first Pacific Humpback Whale of the season was spotted earlier than usual. The Pacific Whale Foundation’s Ocean Explorer vessel reported spotting its first whale sighting of the season with assistance from the charter boat Maui Diamond on Oct. 8, 2018 at 8:08 a.m.