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
Haleakala National Park
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
Partial Government Shutdown Effects in Hawaii
Last week Friday, Congress and POTUS failed to meet the funding deadline, which lead to yet another shutdown. So let take a look at the partial government shutdown effects in Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Partial Government Shutdown Effects in Hawaii
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
Hana Road Trip
Despite being to Maui a number of times, the wife and I have never been to Hana. To be honest, I had never really been interested in making the drive. But, the wife did want to check out the Pipiwai Falls hike, so I made a Hana road trip a priority for this trip. The drive to Hana via the famous/infamous Hana Highway takes about 2.5 to 3 hours without stopping. Originally … [Read more...] about Hana Road Trip
Visiting Haleakala National Park
We didn't visit Haleakala list past trip, but we are talking about Maui. It's also the National Park Service's 100th anniversary. So why not talk about Haleakala National Park? Many visit the Park, whether it's to the summit area or the Kipahulu district. For those visiting the summit, the main draw appears to be the spectacular sunrise and sunset. The crowd get's … [Read more...] about Visiting Haleakala National Park