We like to try and shine a light on plants grown on Maui, whether friend or foe, past or present. One such tree worth sharing is the rubber tree.
Maui Hawaii
Our favorite articles about in Maui, Hawaii.
Maui Fauna of the Month: Feral Pig
Known amongst Hawaiians as pua’a, the Polynesian pig is both a sign of Hawaii’s diverse wildlife & threat to the islands’ exquisite forests.
Pride of Maui Dinner Cruise Review
We took the Pride of Maui sunset dinner cruise from Maalaea with our two kids. We love being on the water during sunset, and this is one of many Maui boats we’ve been on.
Maui Through The Seasons
There is no bad time to visit Maui, but some activities are more enjoyable at certain times. Here is your guide to Maui Through The Seasons.
Maui Travel Tips
Maui travel tips you should know before your journey to the Valley Isle. Whale watching, Road to Hana, beaches, snorkeling, and more!
10 Things to Do on an ABSOLUTELY PERFECT Day on Maui
The island of Maui is not only a beautiful island, but there are many things to do that will intrigue nature lovers and those who prefer to relax on the beach.
White Rock Beach (Palauea) Review
White Rock Beach, also known as Palauea Beach, in South Maui is known for its scenic views, gorgeous sunsets, and perfect weather.
Maui Info From A-Z: Your 2025 Maui Index
With the Maui Info Index for 2024 you can find everything from Airport information to Ziplines. Plan ahead so you can enjoy your time on Maui.
Poʻolenalena Beach Review
Poʻolenalena Beach in South Maui is a picturesque spot known for its golden sand, clear waters, and excellent snorkeling opportunities.
When do Humpback Whales leave Hawaii?
These kind creatures technically make their first debut around October or November, but they slowly arrive at different times
When is it OK to Visit Maui Again?
Whether you like it or not, tourism is the main engine of our economy here on Maui. During COVID, we had lofty utopian thoughts of diversifying away from tourism, but it hasn’t happened, and would take far too long for our residents to survive financially.
8 Places On Maui The Guidebooks Will Never Tell You About
Guidebooks will only get you so far on Maui. Here are 8 places you may not have heard of where you can snorkel, hike, relax, and more!
Makena Coast Charters Review
If you love sailing, snorkeling, and being on the ocean as much as I do, then you’ll love Makena Coast Charters’ sail and snorkel tour.
12-Day Maui Itinerary
From the world’s largest dormant volcano to an outer atoll full of tropical wonders, see the best of the Valley Isle with this Maui Itinerary.
Facts About Hawaii Sugarcane (Kō)
Kō, also known as Hawaii Sugarcane, is one of the tallest grasses in the world. Enjoy these facts about Kō and its impact on Hawaii.
Maui Snorkel Charter Review
I grew up on Maui, so I’ve been to Molokini more times than I can count. But out of all my visits, my trip with Maui Snorkel Charters stands out the most.
Kihei Caffe
If you live on Maui – or have visited Maui in the last twenty years – you already know that Kihei Caffe is the place to be around breakfast time.
5 Reasons New Yorkers Hate Maui
Slow pace, beautiful weather, and friendly people. It’s no wonder the islanders from New York want nothing to do with Maui.
Ultimate Maui Bucket List For Outdoor Enthusiasts
Maui bucket list activities for outdoor people. See a Haleakala sunrise, hike to a Hana waterfall, enjoy a sunset dinner at sea and much more!
Fairmont Kea Lani Review
I recently had a blissful staycation at the Fairmont, and I’m convinced it’s one of the best resorts on the island. Here’s why.
Crafting the Perfect South Maui Beach Day
A South Maui beach day you won’t forget. Spend a day on South Maui’s best beaches and enjoy the sun, beauty, and, of course, great food.
Luau Showdown: Royal Lahaina Luau vs Grand Wailea Luau
Grand Wailea vs Royal Lahaina luau comparison. Both the Grand Wailea Luau and the Royal Lahaina Luau are great, but only one can win.
15 Ways To Spice Up Your Maui Vacation
Embrace the opportunity to add a fresh zest to your Maui experience by venturing outside of your comfort zone and discovering new treasures on the island.
Maui Wellness: How Maui Singing Bowl Can Change Your Life
Maui Singing Bowl! Craving deep relaxation? Look no further than Maui Singing Bowl to unwind and reset with the power of sound.
Lanai Snorkeling Review
Could a trip with Maui Adventure Cruises be the answer to our search for snorkeling solitude? Read about our trip to the island of Lanai.
Mana Kai Review
Mana Kai Maui Resort has it all when it comes to a Maui vacation. Great location, a beautiful beach, and some of the best views on Maui.
12 Maui Musicians and Bands to Stream Before Your Trip
Maui musicians you should listen to. Whether you live on Maui or are visiting here are some of the best musicians based on Maui.
Best Kihei Restaurants
The best Kihei restaurants you should try. Here are our favorite restaurants to visit when we are in South Maui.
The Best Hawaii Beers
Best Hawaii Beers to try when you visit the islands. After extensive research at local breweries and pubs we found these to be Hawaii’s best.
Made in Maui Festival
When you see that Maui is throwing a festival with Maui Products before the holidays, mark it on the calendar. The Made in Maui Festival is a gem offering delicious food, beautiful products, and entertainment on stage. Here’s our recap from the 2022 festival this last weekend.
10 Delicious Hawaii Foods Everyone Should Try
There is no bad time to visit Maui, but some activities are more enjoyable at certain times. Here is your guide to Maui Through The Seasons.
The Maui Cookie Lady
In the last several years, The Maui Cookie Lady has been featured on Good Morning America, ABC National News, and Rachael Ray. What’s more, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson called Maui Cookie Lady one of his “fav cookie spots in the world” in an Instagram post, and rapper Ludacris once chartered a helicopter from Oahu just to pick up some of the famous cookies.
Cane and Canoe
Resting between the resplendent waters and the unspoiled Pu’u Kukui Preserve in the West Maui Mountains, it’s only fair that the Cane and Canoe menu features the best of land and sea.
Maui Alpaca Farm Tour
My mother in law lives and breathes fiber arts, and when I saw that we have an Alpaca Farm on Maui (offering tours), it was an inevitable destination for her Maui visit.
Quicksilver Sunset Dinner Cruise Review
Sunset dinner cruises on Maui aren't hard to come by, and that's predominant because they rule. I mean, c'mon, why wouldn't you want to be out on a boat sipping a cocktail, eating dinner, and watching the sunset in Maui? Quicksilver, a double-decker sailing catamaran...
Maui Complete Island Tour with Blue Hawaiian
Learn about Hawaii Helicopter Tours in Maui and see photos, a video, local tips, and the latest comments about these highly rated tours.
Mahalo Aleworks
Mahalo Aleworks is the first brewery to open in Upcountry Maui, and their creative and classic beers are already turning heads. Mahalo Aleworks also serves food from local businesses Upcountry Sausage Co and Restaurant Marlow.
Maui Animal of the Month: Coqui Frogs
The coqui frog is believed to have hitchhiked a ride to the Hawaiian Islands on a shipment of potted plants that arrived from Florida in 1988.
Restaurant Marlow
Pizza lovers, rejoice! Marlow is Upcountry’s answer to Neapolitan pizza. With fresh, locally sourced ingredients, their pies are hard to beat.
Havens Maui Restaurant
Owned and operated by Chef Zach Sato and his team, Havens Maui is all about a quality eating experience without the fuss.
Maui Stickers
We had a limited supply of Maui stickers printed to see how popular they are. If you’d like one of these Maui stickers, buy us 2+ coffees.
Maui Plant of the Month: Eucalyptus
There’s no mistaking it: Maui is a multi-sensory experience. From the warmth of its sun to the richness of its natural colors to the balminess of its rain, the Valley Isle offers far more than first-rate vistas, awesome snorkeling, and sultry, tropical weather. One of the rarest sensory experiences it offers is the inimitableness of […]
Maui Fauna of the Month: Pueo
Synonymous with ancestral spirits, ‘aumakuas assume the form of sharks, turtles, geckos & more, but most often as an Hawaiian owl, the pueo.
Honolua Ridgeline Hike
This super-accessible hike blends the best of multiple worlds: Spectacular views, Maui’s ecology and culture, and beautiful, wide open space.
Kamaʻaina Deals & Local Maui Businesses
We’re building a list of reputable Maui businesses as well as any Kama’aina deals being offered.
Maui’s Best Gluten-Free Options
Whether you’ve chosen to go gluten-free because of Celiac Disease or a diet that eschews it (hello, Paleo eaters!), know that Maui’s got you well-covered. From Italian bistros with gluten-free pizza crusts to bakeries that shun the grain completely, gluten-free...
Married on Maui
As far as destination wedding locations, it doesn't get much better (or more popular) than Maui. With over 50 weddings per day, and more than 100 breathtakingly scenic places to say 'I Do', wedding ceremonies on Maui are practically an art form. For some couples,...
7 Great Options for Maui Wedding Vendors
If you only have one wedding day, why not go all out and celebrate in paradise, right?! Though weddings in Hawaii are numerous, Maui tops the list. With more than 60 weddings per day, Maui is one of the top wedding destinations in the world for couples from around the...
Soley Aloha Interview – New Paia Retail
As we drive through the ghost towns of Lahaina and Paia with boarded up shops and open parking spaces, it’s hard to stay positive. But every once in a while there’s a glimmer of hope. We interview our good friends at Soley Aloha about how they’ve moved from Waikapu to a new shop location in Paia, as well as how they’ve pivoted to online sales.
COVID-19 In Our Maui Classroom
My experience having a child at a school with confirmed COVID-19 cases Five days into my children's school resuming, everything was canceled, and we had to move to distance learning. The rise in new cases on Maui had forced the school to take precautionary measures. A...
Ali’i Kula Lavender Farm: The Experience
Dream of a Hawaiian vacation and you might not immediately think of picking sprigs of French lavender on a lush slope veiled in mist. But such is the exotic beauty of Maui’s Ali’i Kula Lavender Farm, a lovely, out of the ordinary experience treasured by both locals and visitors. Article by Haleakala Eco Tours and […]
Maui Plant of the Month: Hawaiian “Mintless” Mints
In the vein of Hawaiian enigmas like nettle-less nettles and briar-less briars, Hawaiian Mintless Mints are the products of tremendous evolutionary shifts.
Maui Plant of the Month: Ginger
Trek through a forest in Hana or drive through Haiku and you’ll likely come face to face with one of Maui’s most beautiful and tantalizing flowers: the Hawaiian ginger, or ‘awapuhi.
10 Ingredients Found on Maui Menus
here are ten ingredients that might catch your eye, a brief explanation behind them, and where to find them on the island.
Maui Film Festival Review
We review one of the most popular event: The Maui Film Festival venues like Celestial Cinema and all the parties like Taste of Wailea, Summer and Chocolate.
Hoaloha Jeep Adventures
Where on Maui can you explore lush valleys, hidden emerald tide pools, explosive ocean blowholes, and even catch a glimpse of a waterfall or two? Hint: the road is long, narrow, and windy- but it’s not Hana Highway. Give up? For most Maui visitors, the phrase “road...
Dining Among Maui History
A large part of modern Maui might be characterized by its contemporary offerings—just think of its luxe resorts and award-winning golf courses—but it’s impossible to go far without realizing its historical importance. From the lure of ‘ukulele music to the enduring...
Review of Maui’s Best Massage
Maui's Best Massage is making a tropical vacation feel like paradise! I like a massage as much as the next girl, but they were never a priority on my vacation to-do list. I always thought vacation was a time to get out there and conquer every activity possible in...
Mystery Maui Escape Room Review
One of Maui’s newest indoor activities, check out our Mystery Maui Escape Room Review to learn more about this thrilling, family-friendly Wailuku event.
Ultimate Air Trampoline Park Review
A unique activity every member of your group will love, Maui’s newest indoor activity park is a blast. Read more on our Ultimate Air Trampoline Park Review.
Sprout Vegan Cafe
Located in the Wailea Gateway Center, Sprout Vegan Cafe is South Maui’s go-to for organic vegan comfort food.
Haleakala Sunrise Tour Review
One of the most popular local activities on Maui, watching the sun come up at the summit of the world’s largest volcano is an activity you won’t soon forget. Read our recent Haleakala Sunrise Tour Review of our early morning adventure with Valley Isle Excursions.
Pearl Harbor Tours Review
We recently went on a day trip to Oahu to see Pearl Harbor and learn more about Oahu’s local historical and cultural sites. Read our Pearl Harbor Tours review and start planning your next multi-island adventure in the Aloha State!
Sip Me – Owner Interview in Makawao
We sat down with the owner, Laura Wentworth, to learn more about what people are calling the best thing to happen in Makawao in decades.
Some favorite Maui surf photos
Surfing has offered some of the greatest joys we’ve ever experienced. From a giddy longboard session at Launiupoko to a perfect barrel at Honolua Bay
Three Treasures Review
With a convenient shop location in the lush, north shore hub of Haiku, Three Treasures is a Maui Holistic Wellness Center offering herbal medicine, acupuncture and eye care services. If you've been searching for a way to rejuvenate, replenish and nourish your body in...
Your guide to The BEST OF MAUI Voting
Here are our choices for the MAUI TIME's annual Best of Maui issue, both passionate recommendations and some other good suggestions. Why? We found that in order to hit the required 40 necessary entries, it can sometimes be difficult to find worthy businesses/people....
Maui From a Kid’s Point of View
I'm sure almost every adult has had their fair share of island day dreams. We all like to imagine the poolside cocktail service, the balmy beaches and sleeping in. Do you ever wonder what tropical paradise looks like from your mini me's point of view? Their outlook...
Grand Wailea Luau Review
We really enjoyed the Grand Wailea Luau, Honua’ula. It was a lot of fun with great staff, excellent views, and one of the better shows on Maui.
Four Seasons Lana’i Review
By Dano Sayles My wife, Wendy, and I took the short trip to Lana'i to meet with Stacy Small - owner of Elite Travel International and get insight into the newly renovated Four Seasons Lanai Resort. I'm fortunate enough to have the opportunity to work with Stacy and...
Bike Maui Sunrise Special Tour Review
Haleakala is calling on the Bike Maui Sunrise Special Tour Review, where we give you all the inspiration you need for a Maui self-guided downhill bike ride.
Epic Experience Maui Review
Maui is an adventurer's dream come true. From hiking trails through Hana's rainforest to swimming with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles, there's an endless amount of activities to keep your exploring heart happy. But at first glance, and especially for first-time visitors,...
Maui’s Winery Review
Wine Tasting in Upcountry Maui When you think of adult beverages on Maui, giant mai tais in pineapples, fruity piña coladas in coconuts and perhaps even a frosty cold beer come to mind. But for the vino lovers (points to self), Maui also has a single winery, located...
Taste of Summer
I Think This is the Beginning of a Beautiful Friendship... The Maui Film Festival is like pie - it's all pretty damn good. Outdoor movies under the stars, a variety of fascinating films, extravagant events with gourmet food, and plenty of celeb-spotting (if...
Neil Young’s Secret Show in Paia
Charley's Saloon in Paia kept a pretty tight lid on a very good secret for about a month. But once the news got leaked that Neil Young would be performing with Lukas Nelson & The Promise of The Real at this local hotspot, this island showed its skills in quick...
Paia Town’s Newest Yoga Studio
Paia Town and yoga - it's the red beans and rice of Maui. Friday, May 15th, was the grand opening ceremony of Maui's newest north shore yoga studio, MeshYoga, held at their new space at 161 Hana Highway. Founded by former principal ballet dancer Michelle Lou Lan,...
Best Maui Guides
When traveling to Maui, it's easy to become overwhelmed by every recommended hiking trail, restaurant, event, beach, waterfall, tour and activity available on the island. The thing to remember is that you simply can't see and do it all on one trip, so choose a...
Island Art Party Review
Creativity on Maui is not hard to find. From a variety of interesting art galleries to authentic Hawaiian celebrations and festivals, residents and visitors have many opportunities to see and appreciate Maui's unique culture and creative practices. For those looking...
The Prestigious 2015 ‘Aipono Awards
One might compare the 'Aipono awards on April 26th, 2015 to the grandeur of the Oscars, with the best of the best rubbing shoulders and egos. The Sheraton Maui Resort hosted this luxurious evening for the island's most fabulous chefs from the finest restaurants...
Maui to Molokai Paddle Race
This Maui to Molokai Paddle Race, hosted by Maui Paddling Hui, on April 18th started at 9:30 am at DT Fleming Beach and ended 26 miles later at Kaunakakai. Known as "The World's Funnest Downwinder," over 150 participants of varying levels of expertise paddled out to...
Energy Sources in Maui
Maui is mostly powered by fossil fuels, but wind and solar are becoming increasingly more present. We’re also looking into algae and the ocean for our power
Maui Chef’s Table
The Mill House at Maui Tropical Plantation Jeff Scheer and his crew at the Mill House are not only professionals but also artists. Their expertise surpasses mere culinary skills and breaches the realm of high art (yes, we're awe of them.) Update: This post was made...
Weddings with Natalie Brown Photography
We’ve found that Natalie Brown offers some of the best quality photography on the island. She manages to capture the the many details of your wedding of which you’ve spent so much time planning.
Maui Pineapple Tours
You’ve never tasted heaven until you’ve had a freshly picked pineapple! At the end of this enchanting day, we were gifted with pineapple souvenir
Maui Lava Park
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, located nearby on the Big Island, is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the state.
Ziplining with Piiholo Ranch Adventures
Enjoy the Thrill of a lifetime by going ziplining on Hawaii’s longest side-by-side zipline! Glide effortlessly and safely over upcountry forest and pastures at Piiholo Ranch Zipline.
Kohea Kai Resort Review
I would’ve appreciated an excuse for not leaving the hotel at all! I loved every part of my stay there, and would recommend it to anyone!
Choosing a Maui Wedding Officiant
Wedding Ceremonies in Paradise Meredith is no longer on Maui, but there are plenty of great Maui wedding officiants. Maui has always been, and will likely always be, one of the most popular places for destination weddings in the world. Located far enough away from...
Biking Haleakala Volcano with Skyline Hawaii
Learn more about Maui bike tours with Skyline Hawaii and read the latest review of our Haleakala sunrise bike & zipline tour, including photos, local tips, and the latest comments.
