Tucked away at the Maui Mall in Kahului, a quaint and vibrantly colored corner shop named Tasaka Guri Guri takes patrons’ palates on a nostalgic journey. After more than a century in business—and 50 years in this space—the family-run business continues to serve its signature frozen dessert, one only found on Maui. Not exactly sherbet […]
Maui has it all, from award-winning restaurants to luxe resorts to some of the best beaches and hiking trails in the state. Here are five ways we love to enjoy the outdoors on the Valley Isle. 1. Pīpīwai Trail, Kīpahulu On the rugged eastern side of Maui is the Kīpahulu district of Haleakalā National
The team visited the Westin Maui Resort and Spa last week to check out the conclusion of a $160 million transformation to the property. And man, is it spectacular! We toured the rooms and suites—all modern and clean with unparalleled views of Kāʻanapali Beach—dined at the new concept ʻUlu Kitchen by local chef Peter Merriman,
As the sun dips below the horizon, the Maui sky is illuminated with a rich symphony of colors. I’m aboard the Trilogy catamaran, on a voyage through time and nature. This journey is part of a legacy that dates back to the 1920s, when brothers Eldon and Afton Coon built a fishing boat in Washington
Step back in time and into the heart of Hawaiian hospitality at the Old Lahaina Lūʻau, which reopened its doors on March 12 following a seven-month hiatus. The return of Old Lahaina Lūʻau marks a historic milestone and a beacon of hope after the Aug. 8 wildfire that destroyed Lahaina Town, including homes inhabited by
In an island paradise known for stereotypical tiki drinks like the mai tai and lava flow, there’s nothing more refreshing than a locally produced libation made with Maui-grown ingredients. Join us on a spirited exploration from the slopes of Haleakalā to the heart of Kīhei, unveiling six varieties of beer, wine and liquor all crafted
There are so many reasons to love Maui, from the gorgeous beaches in Wailea to the cooler climates of Makawao. But there are things that are unique to the Valley Isle—things you won’t find anywhere else in Hawaiʻi. Read More: 17 Reasons We Love Maui Right Now 1. Haleakalā Silverswords Atop Haleakalā, the dormant volcano that
Our annual Readers’ Choice Awards has a few categories that residents and visitors truly go to bat for, and deciding which of the many amazing banana bread spots on Maui are the best of the best always ends up being a heated battle. The moist, sweet, nut-filled bread is held in high regard on the
About half an hour from Kahului Airport is Kīhei, a sunny area that stretches for 6 miles along Maui’s south coast. Once a destination for vacationing aliʻi (Hawaiian royalty), this laid-back beach town still lures visitors, with its golden sands, snorkeling, whale-watching, beachy eateries and a wide assortment of affordable accommodations. It’s easy to see
Starting on Sunday, Oct. 6, visitors will be allowed to parts of West Maui, almost two months after deadly wildfires destroyed much of the coastal town of Lahaina and killed at least 97 people. It’s the deadliest wildfire in the U.S. in over a century. Maui County’s first phase of reopening on Sunday will be
Pāʻia is, without a doubt, one of the best towns to visit on Maui. The Valley Isle’s own Haleʻiwa—an equally beach-y town found on the North Shore of Oʻahu—,there are countless things to do in Pāʻia, even though the town only consists of a handful of blocks and bays. So if you’re looking to experience
Traveling to Maui right now is a complicated subject. After the disastrous Maui wildfires that affected large parts of West Maui and some sections of Kula, the Valley Isle was sent into a state of recovery as thousands of residents were left without jobs, homes and even loved ones. But what we’re seeing from businesses,
