There are luxury resorts, and then there are all-inclusive, five-star luxury resorts. At Travaasa Hana, not having to lift a muscle to pull out a credit card upon ordering a freshly caught mahimahi sandwich, is a pampered sense of paradise that’s real easy to get used to—something I learned during a two-night stay at the […]
Scuba divers visiting Maui may already be privy to Molokini Crater and Honolua Bay, but Maui’s south side shouldn’t be overlooked. From Kihei to Makena, there are plenty of dive spots to choose from off its miles of sandy beaches that allow easy accessibility into the water and conditions that work well for all skill
On Maui’s famous Road to Hana, away from town and cell phone reception, is a culinary gem that’s wowing people from all over the world. It’s a little barbecue shack (or what we would describe as a few tarps thrown over a metal frame) near Mile Marker 10. Next to it is a small parking
Wear your favorite red, white and blue attire and head to one of these celebrations and fireworks displays happening in the Islands, all of which take place on Tuesday, July 4. OAHU Picnic on the Pier at Pearl HarborCelebrate Independence Day with fireworks and fun on one of America’s most historic ships, the USS Missouri.
Start on Maui … Start your island hopping on Maui for five days, and stay at the dreamy Paia Inn fronting a quiet, white-sand beach. Located centrally in the hip north shore town of Paia, there’s plenty of shopping, food and activities to keep you busy. It’s also a convenient starting point for two trips
Sitting atop a piano in a glamorous, black evening gown, a red feather boa flung dramatically around her neck and belting out a popular 1940s Hawaiian standard, Amy Hanaialii is in the zone. In the darkened room, a single spotlight beams down as she charms the audience from her throne with a jazzy rendition of
On Maui’s Road to Hana, there’s a phenomenon that is just as memorable as the hundreds of switchbacks and one-lane bridges. We’re talking about banana bread. On Maui, banana bread is serious business. It’s usually made with the local apple bananas that grow abundantly in Maui’s tropical weather and generous rainfall, but you’ll also find
Yellowfin tuna, or “ahi”, striped and blue marlin, wahoo, or “ono,” mahimahi. These are just some of the fish swimming off Maui’s shores; it’s an angler’s tropical dream destination. The Valley Isle is one of Hawaii’s best places for sport fishing. Stroll past Maalaea Harbor in central Maui, or Lahaina harbor in the historic whaling village
A mild renaissance appears to be sharpening the edges of this sleepy town with contemporary boutiques cropping up throughout this walkable little neighborhood, mingling side by side with historic structures. Make sure to peek into these favorites. Maui Thing Maui Thing’s colorful fabrics are always in style.Photo: Matthew Dekneef A sweet boutique for the entire
Lights, cameras, action! The star-studded Maui Film Festival returns this year from Wednesday, June 21 to Sunday, June 25, for an unforgettable week of film screenings and fine dining in Wailea. Noteworthy events that the film fest is known for include the Celestial Cinema, an outdoor amphitheater-like venue at the Wailea Gold & Emerald Golf Course, filmmaker panels,
In our May/June 2017 issue, we asked travelers to imagine their dream Hawaii vacation—any and everything that springs to mind, from beachside brunches to adventurous hikes. Then, we asked them to share those trips with us on social media to help them turn those dreams into reality. Traveler Kelly Grogan-Albrecht wrote on Facebook: “My dream
Maui’s newest resort, the Westin Nanea Ocean Villas in Lahaina, is a charming mix of the new and the old. Located on 16 acres of Maui’s north Kaanapali Beach, the design and overarching theme of this recently opened retreat reflects all things aloha and ohana. The one, two and three-bedroom villas throughout the property provide
