Proteas are not native to Maui. In fact, they have only been residents of Maui since 1977. Yet, they are renowned for being one of Maui’s most striking flowers! Generally, when people see them for the first time, they cannot believe they are real flowers. They comment, “they look prehistoric” or “they look like they… Read more »
No matter how much we learn about Maui or the State of Hawai’i, there is always something new and exciting just around the bend. We searched for some unusual facts and information and found out SO MANY things we never knew about this rare and unique island chain. The hardest thing we had to do… Read more »
Temptation Tours has continued to be the recipient of the Viator Badge of Excellence and we are very proud of this acknowledgment. As Queen Kapi’olani said, Strive for the Highest, and that is what we do. Always putting our guests first for the best experience possible. Why does this matter, you ask? Well, first of… Read more »
One day around lunchtime you suddenly have a craving for some Poke (poh-kay). In Hawai’i, you would say: “I am so ono for Poke!” Your friends would immediately understand and probably agree with you. Someone in the group would set off for the neighborhood market and pick up some fresh Poke, perhaps a few Poke… Read more »
Many of our visitors choose to visit more than one island on their first trip to Hawai’i. This makes sense. Once you have spent time somewhere, met the local people, and seen a few sights, you better understand your options for future trips. For example, you may decide to spend more time on your favorite… Read more »
The ancient Hawaiians named each place purposefully. This was so that anyone coming to that place would know its story. Knowing the history and intertwining mythology of a place deepens our experience of it and makes being there more meaningful. In the Hawaiian language, a place name evokes the mana or power of that area…. Read more »
During your visit to Hawai’i, there can be days when you prefer to find fun things to do indoors. Perhaps you were overly enthusiastic and got a bit too sunburned the first couple of days of your vacation. Or, maybe, a few too many passing tropical rain showers chased you off the beach and off… Read more »
In today’s blog, we continue with our Hawaiian Musician series. These are the people and legends who have expressed the Hawaiian spirit and soul through music. Our blog features the legendary musician, singer, guitar virtuoso, and songwriter Gabby Pahinui. It is an honor to introduce Gabby to those who have never heard his music and… Read more »
If you have been to Maui, you have been to Lāhainā. Lāhainā has been rich, colorful, and vibrant since it was called Lele in ancient times. The town was chosen as the royal capital in 1820 by King Kamehameha the Great. It remained the capital until 1845. People came from all the islands to do… Read more »
If you have ever visited Hawai’i, you have heard of the legendary King, Kamehameha the Great. He was the one person who was capable of achieving the impossible – uniting the Hawaiian Islands under one rule and one kingdom by 1810. Kamehameha’s vision was much like that of the United States, to form one nation… Read more »
