Surrounded by a sea of inspiration, it’s no surprise that Maui is home to many talented artists, with galleries across the island showcasing not only their captivating works, but those of visiting artists as well. For a glimpse into Maui’s vibrant art scene, spend an afternoon exploring the island’s best art galleries. Here are five […]
Maui is well known for its golden beaches and crystal-clear waters. Snorkeling off the Valley Isle offers a window into a beautiful underwater world, where you can encounter colorful coral formations and an incredible variety of marine life. Just remember to always observe Hawaiʻi’s wildlife from a respectful distance. Here are the top five snorkeling spots on Maui that HAWAIʻI Magazine
Yes, you can find delicious banana bread across the Islands, but Maui is known for producing some of the best. Usually made with apple bananas that grow abundantly around the island, these buttery, moist loaves just melt in your mouth. Some businesses incorporate other fruits and fillings, such as mango and pineapple, or chocolate chips, coconut and macadamia nuts. READ MORE: 15
Staying at “the Grand,” as we affectionately called it, was like a dream vacation for us kids. With its epic waterslides, lazy river and hidden hot tubs scattered across its pools, the resort was the ultimate destination for families—and it still is. As a 7-year-old, the hours spent in the pool were bliss, and when
On a quiet morning, gray skies cloud Maui’s usually sunny West Side. But those familiar with the area know that clouds never linger long here: The sun always breaks through. By late afternoon, I’m already relishing the sun’s rays at The Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows. Perched on a serene shoreline in Kā‘anapali, the resort
Raised on Maui, Alana Kysar is a down-to-earth recipe developer known for her debut cookbook, “Aloha Kitchen.” Sitting at her dining room table in Upcountry Maui, she recalls her favorite dish growing up was her mom’s mochiko chicken. “That’s what childhood tastes like to me.” As a kid, Kysar sharpened her cooking skills in her family home. “I grew up in the
Mist settles among the eucalyptus trees as I wind up Pi‘iholo Road into the heart of Olinda, bound for Ho‘omana Spa to heal body and soul. Pulling into the driveway of this traditional lomilomi (Hawaiian massage) spa on Maui feels less like arriving at a business and more like visiting a loved one, which is entirely
At Kaʻana Kitchen’s expo line—a kind of traffic control center between the kitchen and dining area—“it’s controlled chaos,” Chance Savell says as he plates a dish. The executive sous chef has been on the resort’s culinary team since the Andaz Maui by Hyatt opened in Wailea in 2013, and like him, many on the restaurant’s
In spiritual circles around the world, Hawaiʻi is often regarded as a place of powerful, high-vibrational energy, where people go in search of healing and renewal. When envisioning wellness on Maui, images of beachfront yoga or lomilomi (traditional Hawaiian massage) may come to mind. But beyond these familiar offerings, the island is home to a
Like the Islands themselves, tea culture encourages a slower pace, inviting us to savor the present. On Maui, the herbal traditions of Hawaiʻi are woven into a variety of tea experiences, from walking tours of misty farmlands to traditional ceremonies in cozy teahouses. In these places you witness firsthand tea’s journey, from leaf to cup.
After a night in the newly reimagined Makai villas at Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort, I wake up in the master bedroom feeling like I’m floating on a cloud. I freshen up in the marble-walled en-suite bathroom, which features a dual-basin sink designed for couples, a freestanding tub, waterfall shower, and bidet encased by frosted
After miraculously finding a spot in the Pāʻia public parking lot, the day already feels auspicious. It’s been over a year since I last spent a full day in this bohemian coastal town on Maui’s north shore, and I’m eager to see what—if anything—has changed. Classic spots like Māna Foods, which has been around since
