The last time we were on Maui, one of the front desk associates at the Grand Wailea recommended we check out Restaurant Marlow in Pukalani. We did, but it left me wanting more. So, this time, we planned out a proper meal at the restaurant, with a sit-down dinner to follow our hike in Haleakalā National Park. … [Read more...] about Review: Restaurant Marlow Maui
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Maui One Year Later
It's hard to believe that it's already been one year since raging wildfires consumed Lahaina. The frightening images still seem just as fresh today as they were then. Yet, here we are. So, let's talk about Maui one year later. How are things going, especially as it relates to the visitor industry? … [Read more...] about Maui One Year Later
A Day of Hiking in Haleakalā National Park
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
Review: Miss Arepa Maui
As I mentioned in my intro post, finding places to eat in West Maui is challenging. Many of the small businesses in the area haven't reopened, so much of your dining options are pricy resort restaurants. Thankfully, there are a few options available if you know where to look … [Read more...] about Review: Miss Arepa Maui
Hawaiian Electric Public Safety Power Shutoff Program
Summertime in Hawai'i means long days at the beach, shave ice, mango, and lychee. It also means hurricane season which, thankfully, isn't usually an issue for us. However, now summertime means wildfire season, and, with it, the potential for disruptions in electrical service with the Hawaiian Electric Public Safety Power Shutoff Program. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Electric Public Safety Power Shutoff Program
Review: Wabisabi Hawaii
The firs thing we did after picking up our rental car (and running to Target so I could hook my phone up to the car) was have lunch at a spot called Wabisabi Hawaii. I had made reservations after learning about the spot from an article in Hawaii Magazine. And, boy was that a great call! … [Read more...] about Review: Wabisabi Hawaii
Review: Southwest 3524 Honolulu to Kahului
To kick off our visit to Maui post-fire, we hopped on a quick flight with Southwest Airlines. Specifically, we chose a mid-morning departure, Southwest 3524 Honolulu to Kahului. Thankfully, things weren't too crazy despite us traveling during a typically busy time on one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. … [Read more...] about Review: Southwest 3524 Honolulu to Kahului
Trip Report: Visiting Maui Post-Fire
The island of Maui changed forever following the tragic fires that obliterated the historic town of Lahaina. Unfortunately, that has had a negative effect on the island's primary economic driver—tourism. So, what is it like visiting Maui post-fire? Honestly? The negativity isn't there, but there are deep wounds and challenges. … [Read more...] about Trip Report: Visiting Maui Post-Fire
Alaska Air Offers Maui CARE Flights
As we near the one-year anniversary of the tragic wildfires on Maui, one airline is stepping up to offer residents a reprieve from their current situation. That reprieve is coming in the form of Disneyland vacations as Alaska Air offers Maui CARE flights. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Offers Maui CARE Flights
Maui Tourism Remains Depressed
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