For our one full day on Maui, we decided to do a day of hiking in Haleakalā National Park. Ok, well, not quite literally a day. But we did spend about three hours on one trail, did a little sightseeing around the park afterward, and ended with a little birding, which also required a small amount of hiking again. … [Read more...] about A Day of Hiking in Haleakalā National Park
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Active and Potentially Active Volcanoes of Hawaii
In today's post, we're going to go over the active and potentially active volcanoes of Hawaii. While most people are familiar with one or two of the volcanoes on this list, the others may come as quite a surprise. … [Read more...] about Active and Potentially Active Volcanoes of Hawaii
Bird-Watching at Hosmer Grove
It's long been my dream to see endemic Hawaiian honeycreepers in the wild. So, with some time to kill on our second day on Maui, we decided to go bird-watching at Hosmer Grove in Haleakala National Park. … [Read more...] about Bird-Watching at Hosmer Grove
Hawaii National Parks Increased Their Entry Fees
If you're visiting one of Hawaii's National Parks this year, know that two Hawaii National Parks increased their entry fees on New Year's Day. … [Read more...] about Hawaii National Parks Increased Their Entry Fees
Government Shutdown Hawaii Effects
The government shutdown effects on Hawaii may have an effect on visitors to Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Government Shutdown Hawaii Effects
Haleakala National Park Restricting Tour Operations
There's no doubting that Haleakala National Parking is an amazing place to visit. Its unique landscape, unparalleled sunrise/sunset views, and unique floral and fauna make it a visitor magnet. But, the park has been grappling with overcrowding and began implementing crowd control policies last year. Now, another is coming: Haleakala National Park Restricting Tour Operations. … [Read more...] about Haleakala National Park Restricting Tour Operations
Reminder: Haleakala Sunrise Reservations
Back in November, the National Park Service announced https://www.jeffsetter.com/haleakala-national-park-requires-reservations/that reservations would be required for sunrise viewing at Haleakala National Park. That requirement begins today, so lets go over the Haleakala sunrise reservations process again. … [Read more...] about Reminder: Haleakala Sunrise Reservations
Haleakala National Park Requires Reservations
Haleakala National Park is undoubtedly one of the most visited sites on the island of Maui. Its otherworldly, high-altitude summit is a unique and fantastic sight to behold. Sunrises and sunset are particularly popular, drawing massive crowds to the dark, cold windswept summit. But a big change is coming: Haleakala National Park requires reservations for sunrise … [Read more...] about Haleakala National Park Requires Reservations
Ali’i Kula Lavender
When we arrived at the Andaz Maui in Wailea we were informed that our room wasn't ready yet. Rather than wait around for an undisclosed amount of time, the wife and I decided to head out. Not wanting to be gone too long we simply headed to Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm on the slopes of Haleakala. The final couple of miles to Ali'i Kula Lavender are really windy and narrow … [Read more...] about Ali’i Kula Lavender