In a space that was once a Christian bookstore, then a vape shop and now a bar, a pleasant scene plays out. In one corner of the establishment, longtime friends reminisce, telling stories and inside jokes only they would understand. A group of visitors pop in for a round of cocktails while a pair of […]
Maui has some of the best snorkeling in Hawaiʻi, from the pristine environment of Molokini Crater to the turtle haven at Maluaka Beach in Kīhei. These spots were voted as the best on the Valley Isle by our readers for the 2023 HAWAIʻI Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards. (Note: Snorkeling is fun and great way to
Three Hawaiʻi beaches made the 2023 Top 10 Beach List—but, like last year, none topped it. Oʻahu’s Duke Kahanamoku Beach moved up to No. 2 in the rankings by coastal coastal expert Stephen Leatherman—aka Dr. Beach—a professor at Florida International University. Wailea Beach on Maui and Poʻipū Beach on. Kauaʻi took the No. 7 and No.
ʻĪao Valley State Monument is a verdant 4,000-acre park home to one of Maui’s most recognizable landmarks, the 1,200-foot ʻĪao Needle. The peaceful area is popular among residents and regularly draws travelers. The park has been closed since Aug. 1, 2022, due to a slope stabilization project. After this nine-month closure, the Maui park is
What would you do with a basket full of abalone? In round one of Food Network’s “Chopped” episode christened “A Bunch of Abalone,” contestants were tasked with turning these marine snails into creative, well-presented and of course, delicious, appetizers. Although McKenna Shea had never prepared sea snails leading up to the competition that was aired
As the sun sets over the Pacific, Maui’s sky turns into a fiery canvas. Off the beach, calm, glassy waters shimmer with vibrant shades of red and orange. From the mountains, lucky observers watch as the magic hour casts its spell over the Valley Isle, and from a delightful seaside restaurant, diners feast their eyes
At an early age, Laura Night understood that cafés connect people. While growing up in Livingston, Montana, her grandfather would take her to a local coffee shop every week and, with that, Night says, “It was ingrained that community equals coffee and coffee equals community.” Reflecting on those coffee shop visits, Night says it’s no
Varying in shades of marigold orange, crimson and pistachio green, dense pods hang low on rows of slim evergreen trees. The beans inside these pods will be made into rich chocolate. Here at Maui Ku‘ia Estate Chocolate, innovative and sustainable agriculture practices help grow high-quality cacao and craft artisanal chocolate. “It’s like the difference between
With its spectacular beaches, legendary highway, opulent resorts and flourishing dining scene, Maui is a top destination among travelers to Hawaiʻi. Although there are plenty of crowds, that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways to escape the masses to find quiet nooks, old-school businesses and some solitude. Sometimes it just requires traveling a little bit off
Golden shores, clear blue seas and luxurious resorts define Kāʻanapali, one of Maui’s best towns. It’s a visitor favorite and for good reason. Located in the ahupuaʻa (district) of Hanakaʻōʻō, Kāʻanapali is home to some of the Islands’ most scenic beaches and more. If you’re looking for some tips on how to fill your day—or
