Planning your Maui vacation? Discover tips on when to visit, what to pack, and how to make the most of your trip to the Valley Isle.
If you’re on Maui for more than a handful of days, you might want to get out and see the countryside a bit. Landlubbers like us can only handle so many hours drinking original mai tais in the hot sun before we start to melt into tropical oblivion. An “Upcountry” day offers the opportunity to…
Mai Tais in Maui: More Than Just a Drink When you think of Maui, you probably picture golden beaches, palm trees swaying in the tradewinds, and a sunset that feels almost too perfect to be real. But ask any traveler what really cements that “I’m in Hawaii” moment, and the answer often comes in a…
Why Mineral Sunscreen Is Non-Negotiable in Maui Maui isn’t just another sunny vacation spot. It’s home to one of the most delicate marine ecosystems on Earth. The island has taken a firm stand: since 2021, sunscreens containing oxybenzone and octinoxate (common chemical filters) are banned. These chemicals damage coral reefs, harm marine life, and linger…
While there’s no single “best place to stay” on Maui, Wailea and Ka’anapali are two of the more popular options. In this quick post, we’ll break down the major differences to help you decide where to stay on your next trip to The Valley Isle. It’s not only first-time visitors to Maui who struggle to…
For Whom the Beer Tolls Hemingway may have famously downed a dozen daiquiris in an afternoon, but I’m usually making the switch to beer after a single mai tai. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of original ales, lagers, stouts, and other assorted delights conceived and brewed right here at the very best breweries in Maui. Maui’s Current…
Oahu may have more golf courses, but Maui’s are easier to get on and a lot less crowded. From one of the country’s first munis (Waiehu) to a longtime PGA Tour venue (Kapalua Plantation), there’s something on Maui for every hacker, Spackler, and aspiring tour pro. Fore! Here’s what you want to know about every…