Three months since the deadly Maui wildfires, and things are still far from normal - no surprise there, really. Despite West Maui reopening completely (with the exception of Lahaina), Maui tourism remains depressed and is likely to stay that way well into 2024. Of course, that's only making the situation worse. … [Read more...] about Maui Tourism Remains Depressed
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Enter: Island Style Maui Sweepstakes
To promote responsible tourism to Maui, Hawaiian Airlines is giving away 200,000 HawaiianMiles, a stay in Wailea, resort dining credits, concert tickets, and wellness experience passes via their Island Style Maui Sweepstakes. … [Read more...] about Enter: Island Style Maui Sweepstakes
West Maui Will Reopen on November 1
Maui Mayor Richard Bissen has changed his mind again. Just weeks after switching to and beginning a phased reopening plan, he's ditching altogether and now saw West Maui will reopen on November 1. … [Read more...] about West Maui Will Reopen on November 1
Businesses and Residents Are Leaving Lahaina
Just over two months after the tragic Maui fires, Maui's visitor industry continues to struggle, and the County continues to hemorrhage money. Unsurprisingly, those affected can't wait anymore and, as a result, businesses and residents are leaving Lahaina. Some with the intent of returning, and some are leaving for good. … [Read more...] about Businesses and Residents Are Leaving Lahaina
West Maui Quietly Reopened
Following a lot of controversy, West Maui quietly reopened to visitors. And while the debate continues to rage, much of the fears regarding an influx of visitors were found to be overblown. In fact, the return of visitors to the far northern areas of West Maui remains but a trickle. … [Read more...] about West Maui Quietly Reopened
Be Sensitive When Visiting Maui
If you've paid any attention at all to what's going on Maui, you'd know that 1) Kapalua Resort is reopening on Sunday, and 2) there are strong feelings about this. So, what should visitors do about this? My recommendation is to be sensitive when visiting Maui. … [Read more...] about Be Sensitive When Visiting Maui
West Maui Will Reopen in Phases
Recently, I reported that West Maui would reopen to visitors on October 8. However, I also warned that plans could and would likely change. And guess what? They have. As the title of this post states, West Maui will reopen in phases now - not all at once. … [Read more...] about West Maui Will Reopen in Phases
Visitors and Survivors Will Be Separated
With West Maui's reopening coming up, many in the community had questions. For example, since roughly 7,000 of them are in hotels, are they going to be kicked out? Will they now be neighbors with visitors? For these questions, at least, we now have answers - visitors and survivors will be separated. … [Read more...] about Visitors and Survivors Will Be Separated
West Maui to Tentatively Reopen on October 8
On Friday, the one-month anniversary of the devastating Maui wildfires, officials made a bold announcement: West Maui to tentatively reopen on October 8. Of course, this reopening excludes Lahaina, which will remain closed to almost everyone. … [Read more...] about West Maui to Tentatively Reopen on October 8
Maui is in Financial Trouble
Immediately after Lahaina's tragic and devastating fires, officials, celebrities, and residents swiftly and strongly asked visitors to stay away. Unfortunately, even after the message began to change, people are continuing to stay away. That's not good, and as a result, Maui is in financial trouble now. … [Read more...] about Maui is in Financial Trouble