Maui Plant of the Month: Hibiscus

Maui Plant of the Month: Hibiscus

From shell pink petals to deep claret blooms, the hibiscuses of Hawaii are some of the most seductive flowers in the islands. Consider them the first Hawaiians. Prior to the first influx of humans, a number of flora and fauna found their way to Hawaiian shores via...
Day Trip To Iao Valley

Day Trip To Iao Valley

Day Trip To Iao Valley One of the biggest perks of staying in Maʻalaea is the town’s central location. Not only is this seaside village a short drive from the popular towns of Kihei and Lahaina, but Maʻalaea is just 10 minutes from historic Wailuku Town and its unique...
Treat Yo Self!

Treat Yo Self!

Raise your hand if money has ever stopped you from doing something absolutely amazing. Right. Now assuming you’re not Larry Ellison, and everyone else has answered in the affirmative, let’s now assume that you have the opportunity to explore Maui with the ultimate...
Are There Snakes in Hawaii?

Are There Snakes in Hawaii?

Hawaii is paradise in more ways than one. Not only is the weather perennially sublime, but the islands are also literally peaceful—at least regarding the animal kingdom. Endemic flies are flightless. The native spider—fittingly called the Happy Face Spider—is...