The State of Hawaii already has a ban on the sale of nonmineral sunscreens across the state. However, some counties are takings the protection of our coral reefs a step further. As a result, Hawaii County bans nonmineral sunscreens entirely, joining Maui as the only other county to do so thus far. … [Read more...] about Hawaii County Bans Nonmineral Sunscreens
Maui
Expect Long Lines at Kahului Airport
Traveling this summer is quite different from any other time I can remember. Surging demand and shortages of everything created a perfect storm. Hawaii hasn't been immune to this either. One example is a warning to expect long lines at Kahului Airport. … [Read more...] about Expect Long Lines at Kahului Airport
‘Iao Valley is Closing for 4 Months
In 2016, torrential rains caused flooding that absolutely destroyed Maui's 'Iao Valley State Monument. Since then, officials have been working to restore the valley, its attractions, and its infrastructure. And to finish the project, 'Iao Valley is closing for 4 months. … [Read more...] about ‘Iao Valley is Closing for 4 Months
Visiting the Matsui Persimmon Farm in Kula
I'm not usually a fan of persimmons. To me, they're often overly sweet, dry, and one-dimensional. However, this isn't the case with Maui persimmons, which is how we found ourselves visiting the Matsui Persimmon Farm in Kula. … [Read more...] about Visiting the Matsui Persimmon Farm in Kula
Maui Specialty Chocolates – The Best Maui Omiyage
Whenever we travel within Hawaii, there are places we always have to stop. On the Big Island, that's Two Ladies Kitchen. On the Valley Isle, it's Maui Specialty Chocolates in Kahului. … [Read more...] about Maui Specialty Chocolates – The Best Maui Omiyage
Disappointing Breakfast at the Grand Wailea
Many were unhappy with Hilton's decision to convert the elite complimentary breakfast benefit to a dining credit. I'm not one of them. Especially after our disappointing breakfast at the Grand Wailea. The credit is much better spent at dinner! … [Read more...] about Disappointing Breakfast at the Grand Wailea
Dinner at Humuhumunukunukuapua’a
During our stay at the Grand Wailea, I contemplated returning to Spago or Ka'ana Kitchen. However, I decided to give the Grand's signature restaurant a shot and booked dinner at Humuhumunukunukuapua'a. … [Read more...] about Dinner at Humuhumunukunukuapua’a
Restaurant Marlow and Donut Dynamite
During our only full day in Wailea, we weren't supposed to leave the Grand Wailea. However, there were things we wanted to check out, so we ventured out. While we were out, we checked out Restaurant Marlow and Donut Dynamite. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Marlow and Donut Dynamite
Havens Maui and Tin Roof
On our first night in Wailea, we kept things simple and got take out for dinner. But we didn't get just any takeout - we went to a popular newbie and star chef spot. Can you guess where? Yup, we hit up both Havens Maui and Tin Roof by Sheldon Simeon for dinner. … [Read more...] about Havens Maui and Tin Roof
A Quick Visit to Kula
After checking into the Grand Wailea, we headed back out. As we always do during our visits to Maui, we headed Up Country. But I've written about that before. So instead of rehashing things, I want to talk about some highlights from our quick visit to Kula. … [Read more...] about A Quick Visit to Kula