Vacation Like a Local
When our friends and family visit Maui, we not only share the best things to do, but when and how to do them. This includes some touristy things that we definitely think are worth doing, and tips you won’t find in a guidebook. These are activities we enjoy ourselves. So ready for a local tour? Here we go!
Don’t go to Haleakalā f[...]
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Maui Flowers and Their History
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 b[...]
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Exploring Maui Ocean Center Aquarium
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 lagoo[...]
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Humpback Whales Early Arrival to Maui
Once again, Pacific Humpback whales have arrived early! While verified whale activity was spotted off Hana at the end of September, whale season doesn't officially start until November.
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[...]
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Encountering Rare Hawaiian Monk Seals
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 r[...]
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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 octinoxate, two common sunscreen ingredients that have significant harmful impacts on Hawaii’s marine environment. Since the law went into effect January of 2021, you might be wondering w[...]
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Humpback Whales Early Arrival to Maui
Checking in please! Word on the water is that there has been an early sighting of Pacific Humpback Whales around Maui.
Every winter, thousands of humpback whales travel to the warm, shallow waters of Hawai‘i to mate, give birth, and raise their young. While the reported sighting was the first week of October this year, we won't reg[...]
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Why We Like Geckos in Our Homes on Maui
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. Though the eight species in Hawaii come in [...]
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Create Card-Worthy Vacation Photos
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.
Timing is everything
The absolute best ti[...]
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Epic 7-Day Maui Vacation Itinerary for 2024
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.
Day 1- Arrival Day
No matter where y[...]
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