Like most places in the world, springtime in May is an exceptionally wonderful time of the year in Maui. However, people who have not spent any significant time in Hawai’i imagine that the whole year must feel like springtime. Which is not really true. Summer is a little hotter with slightly longer days, and winter… Read more »
Category: Maui Outdoor Activities
Hana Cave-Quest! 7 Fascinating and Fun Facts
Also known as ‘Romancing the Lava Tube’ Our story begins more than 25 years ago. A young man who lived in Hana named Chuck Thorne heard about a lava tube located on a property nearby. He eventually went to the owner and asked politely if he could explore this extraordinary site. “Just no get hurt,”… Read more »
3 Reasons Why The Road to Hana is Recognized Around the World
We get this question ALL the time – why should we go all the way to Hana? What is so special about The Road to Hana? Perhaps you’re not sure you really want to go there? Maybe you want to go but don’t know how to convince a family member who questions the whole thing…. Read more »
Hana Sky-Trek: An Amazing Adventure You Will Never Forget!
The idea is Pure Genius. Imagine yourself in a helicopter above roaring waterfalls, pristine tropical forests, and endless views of the deep blue Pacific for 36 breathtaking minutes. Then, touch down in Maui’s most secluded, unspoiled area – Hana! Let your Hana road adventure begin! After you land, you are welcomed with Old-Style Aloha to… Read more »
Appreciation for Maui’s Biggest Town – Kahului Gets the Credit it Deserves
Maui has so much beauty. The mountains, the beautiful beaches with multi-colored sands, brilliant rainbows, clouds, the shape of whatever your imagination sees. All of this is Maui, which is topped off with beautiful, fragrant flowers. Yes, there is so much to explore and write about. In the rush to get to the beach or… Read more »
See Majestic Humpback Whales When You are on Maui
Their Hawaiian name is Koholā* The humpback’s high status in Hawaiian culture has been made clear in the Kumulipo*. This creation chant announces the birth of the whale near the beginning, in the second section. That is a very high ranking in a 2,102 line chant. Hanau ka palaoa noho i kai — born is… Read more »
Maui Will Soothe Your Soul – 7 Easy Fun Things
When your plane touches down in Maui, after a long flight, there is only one thing on your mind – warm, soft sand between your toes and jumping in the ocean! It will soothe your kinks and wash your concerns away instantly. That is a fact! That is only one thing of many that will… Read more »
Why Winter Months Bring Us Vivid Dreams of Traveling to Hawai’i
As winter surrounds us on cold, dark days, why do we all dream of going to Hawai’i? With winter weather upon us, we often start to feel like we need a getaway. No matter how much we love our home and community, getting away is always good for us. Even those of us who live… Read more »
Don’t Miss Out! Hiking in the Crater
Haleakalā – The House of the Sun The mountain, the dormant volcano, and the crater have captivated human beings since they first gazed upon her beauty! Mark Twain called sunrise from the summit “the sublimest spectacle I ever witnessed.” Jack London wrote, “Haleakalā has a message of beauty and wonder for the soul that… Read more »
9 Exciting Reasons Why You Should Spend Your Winter Vacation in Hawai’i
Winter is just a few weeks away. Most of you have already had to put on winter jackets or insulated raincoats for some chilly autumn days. Or, you are probably not leaving the house without something to keep you warm, just in case! Meanwhile, in Hawai’i, we are breaking out our hoodies (that is our… Read more »