With its flamingo pink sign, Tiffany’s has always been impossible to miss on Wailuku’s Lower Main Street. Inside, faithful regulars could be found sitting at the family-run bar or crowded around a table for pau hana (after work) drinks. For nearly 20 years, Tiffany’s has been a beloved Wailuku watering hole. Since the Orite […]
Sprawling green hills, fields of lavender, vibrant jacaranda trees and panoramic views are all trademarks of Upcountry, Maui. But those that venture a little further passed Kula Country Farms and Grandma’s Coffee House will find Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Park in Keokea. Here, all the splendors of Upcountry and more can be enjoyed. Resting high
Under the sweltering Maui sun, there isn’t really such a thing as bad shave ice. However, there are superior shave ice stands. On Lahaina’s famed Front Street, Breakwall Shave Ice Co. takes crafting blocks of ice into ultra-fine powder cones seriously. And of course, it’s also home to the original boozy shave ice. Here,
It is no surprise the beloved Kāʻanapali Beach Hotel’s restaurant is an ode to traditional Hawaiian delicacies and moʻolelo (stories). After all, it considers itself Hawaiʻi’s most Hawaiian hotel. But Huihui is more than just an homage to ancient customs. By weaving traditional wayfarer practices and ingredients into contemporary dishes, Chef Tom Muromoto celebrates
There are plenty of reasons to visit Maui’s scenic Upcountry, from verdant hiking trails, to diverse agriculture tours, to the undisputed splendor of Haleakalā National Park. Now, Upcountry also offers a new opportunity to enjoy a cold, local beer. Mahalo Aleworks, a brewery and taproom in Pukalani, opened its doors in September. The newest addition
We made it just in time. White petals are blooming on the arm of a dragon fruit cactus. These flowers bloom only once in their short lifespan. They open late in the evening and close as day breaks. While I’m astonished that we caught the remaining moments of the flower blooming this late in the
Across Oʻahu, Maui and Hawaiʻi Island, firework shows will be lighting up the sky during Independence Day weekend. On Oʻahu, the celebration begins as early as Friday, marking four days of firework fun. Along with firework displays, community traditions are also making their grand return, some after a two-year hiatus. On Maui and the Big
While Maui is known for its spectacular snorkeling conditions, visitors should not overlook its one-of-a-kind trails. From roaming through tropical rainforests to traversing a volcanic crater, one of the best ways to understand Maui’s unique topography is to lace up a pair of hiking shoes and experience it first-hand. 1. Haleakalā National Park Standing
On Maui’s west side, the tiny town of Olowalu is steeped in rich history. And it’s also one that’s often driven right through on the way to Lahaina’s and the golden beaches of Kāʻanapali. From being a thriving agricultural region and a puʻu honua (place of refuge), to being marked by an unfortunate massacre and
Even with poor conditions, snorkelers can see up to 150 feet underwater in the ocean surrounding Molokini. It’s this unmatched visibility beneath the ocean’s surface that makes exploring the coral reefs and marine life at the island atoll so memorable, says Brian Barns, a captain at Trilogy Excursions. Typically, the visibility reaches 200 feet, allowing
Hawaiʻi’s Department of Land and Natural Resources announced ʻĪao Valley State Monument on the island of Maui will be closed beginning Aug. 1, 2022. The park is expected to remain closed until Jan. 15, 2023, for the final phase of a slope stabilization project and parking lot improvements. This comes on the heels of another
For World Oceans Day on June 8, the “Have Aloha Will Travel” podcast is thrilled to sit down with Tapani Vuori, the general manager at Maui Ocean Center. Located in Māʻalaea, the eco-conscious aquarium cares for one of the world’s largest collections of live Pacific coral. Its exhibits and educational programs engage with residents and
