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
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The Grand Wailea – A Waldorf Astoria Resort
My family would occasionally stay at the Grand Wailea for quick weekend getaways in my younger years. I loved the place, thanks to the amazing pools! Knowing that Mrs. Island Miler had never been, however, I made it my goal last year to get her there. And it was (mostly) great! … [Read more...] about The Grand Wailea – A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Outstanding Italian Food at Sale Pepe Maui
Aside from checking out Waicoco, my other restaurant goal for our Maui trip was to finally try Sale Pepe Maui. Hailed as one of the best restaurants in the islands by many of Hawaii's top chefs, Sale Pepe has long been on my to-try list. And I'm glad we finally got here. … [Read more...] about Outstanding Italian Food at Sale Pepe Maui
Breakfast at Waicoco Maui
Long before we arrived on the island, I decided that we'd have both our West Maui breakfasts at the hotel. So, as soon as I could do so, I booked reservations for breakfast at Waicoco Maui for our two mornings at the Westin Maui. … [Read more...] about Breakfast at Waicoco Maui
Dinner at Waicoco Maui
To be honest, aside from being a nicer hotel than the Sheraton, half the reason I chose the Westin Maui was for easier access to Waicoco Maui. Naturally, this meant our first dinner on-island ended up being dinner at Waicoco Maui. … [Read more...] about Dinner at Waicoco Maui
Airbnb Removes 1300 Maui Listings
Even before the pandemic, home prices in Hawaii were just about unattainable for most. The solution? Get rid of illegal vacation rentals. And the Valley Isle did just that as Airbnb removes 1300 Maui listings from its platform. … [Read more...] about Airbnb Removes 1300 Maui Listings
Safe Access Oahu Ending on March 5
For about five months now, proof of vaccination has been a requirement to dine-in at Oahu restaurants and bars and enter gyms. However, that'll change soon, as statements from Mayor Rick Blangiardin point to Safe Access Oahu ending on March 5. … [Read more...] about Safe Access Oahu Ending on March 5
Review: SixtyTwo MarcKet Wailuku Brunch
Knowing that our room wouldn't be ready for a while, I made brunch reservations for our day of arrival on Maui. Wanting to try something new this time, I chose SixtyTwo MarcKet in Wailuku for our first meal on-island. … [Read more...] about Review: SixtyTwo MarcKet Wailuku Brunch
Review: National Car Rental Kahului
For this trip to Maui, I chose to get our car from National Car Rental Kahului. The overall experience was similar to that of Vegas, only there was no shortage here, though the car I ended up with wasn't as good as the one I had in Sin City. … [Read more...] about Review: National Car Rental Kahului
Grand Maui Adventures – Introduction
Before we planned a trip to Vegas with my in-laws, I had planned a trip to Maui for Mrs. Island Miler and me. The goal for our grand Maui adventures was to have Mrs. Island Miler experience the Grand Wailea for the first time. But the trip ended up being so much more. … [Read more...] about Grand Maui Adventures – Introduction