I wasn’t even there yet, but already I was more relaxed. I was driving east in my compact rental car to Upcountry Maui. The area, hugging the slopes of Haleakala, is known for its agriculture and has been farmed since early times. Today, Upcountry has cultivated a reputation for harvesting strawberries, onions, protea and lavender and […]
Kyle Nakanelua is seated across from me, staring me down with eyes that have seen plenty. Half of his face is embedded with ink, his intimidating appearance offset by his friendly demeanor. He’s the co-founder of the modern hale mua (house of men), along with Kamanaopono Crabbe, CEO of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. Hale
In Hawaii, you’ll often hear locals use the words mauka (toward the mountain) or makai (toward the ocean) when it comes to giving directions. In the case of Mauka Makai, the signature restaurant at the Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, it’s located makai of Honoapiilani Highway on Maui, and its menu concept is more inclusive. The restaurant
Whale season in Hawaii has officially begun. On Tuesday, October 10, the Pacific Whale Foundation reported spotting a pair of humpbacks about a mile off the coast of Kapalua in West Maui. Each winter, an estimated 12,000 humpback whales migrate to Hawaiian waters to mate, give birth and care for their newborn calves. When the mating
When I landed on Maui, ready to explore for a few days before heading out on the Road to Hana, I was looking for a place to stay different than the resorts—smaller, cozier and with more personality. Good thing I’d heard about Mangolani Inn before I came. Right off Baldwin Avenue in the north shore
Maui County’s largest products show, the annual Made in Maui County Festival, returns on November 3 and 4, 2017. Now in its fourth year, this popular event features over 140 vendors offering a wide variety of made in Maui County products, including foods, art, crafts, jewelry, fashion, furniture, gifts, collectibles and more, all in one
In this tried-and-true guide, we highlight the most memorable, the most special, the most aspirational resorts to stay this year. After a year’s worth of checking into everything from the shiny new thing on the block to the enduring turn-of-the-century classic, this collection of properties falls under a special class of accommodations: the 50 hotels,
“All right, family, are we set up for success?” That’s the question our server, Luke, asks while filling our coffee mugs at Kaana Kitchen on Maui. Judging by the half-dozen plates on our table that are piled with creative island cuisine, Luke probably already knows this breakfast is going to be successful. Located inside of
This summer, United Airlines announced it will be expanding its service to Hawaii at the end of the year. Beginning in December, the carrier will offer 40 daily flights across its 11 routes to the Islands, making it the carrier offering the most flights to Hawaii. Maui will get daily, year-round nonstop service from Denver on United, as well
Ready to dive in? When you want to make a splash, it’s safe to say that these are some of the grandest pools around. Montage Kapalua Bay, Maui Lounge on the secluded poolside day beds at Montage Kapalua Bay. Photo courtesy: Montage Kapalua Bay The tropical gardens surrounding Montage Kapalua Bay’s multi-tiered, blue pools with
** 10/16/17 Update: Iao Valley State Monument is currently closed, starting Monday, October 16, for an estimated period of two months for flood repairs and slope stabilization. Please check the Hawaii Division of State Parks for its current status. ** Iao Valley State Monument reopened August 5, 2017, after being closed in September
Along the southerly slopes of Kahoolawe, a sacred pohaku (rock) is poised dangerously at the edge. The flat boulder, about 12 feet in diameter and etched with petroglyphs, sweeping lines and 32 poho, or pecked man-made cupules, lies horizontal from the precipice of a fast-eroding ravine. Elevated 20 feet high, believed to be purposefully aligned
