The Perfect 2024 Maui Itinerary by Locals
Even though we live here, we are amazed by Maui's beauty every day.
Seeing the sun rise reflected on sculpted volcanic slopes. Watching boats head out on calm seas to nearby islands, snorkeling and dive sites. Driving along a highway that hugs the salty shoreline, dotted with surfers. Seeing a myriad of blues and greens in one wav[...]
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Plan a Very Maui Christmas Vacation
If escaping a cold climate for a winter vacation on Maui is on your mind, you won’t miss out on the spirit of the holidays while on the island. We might deck the halls a bit differently- like twinkling lights up towering palm trees or tropical red anthuriums artfully interspersed among lush green foliage, with a few traditional orn[...]
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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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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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