It's only been a bit over two weeks since intense, hurricane-fueled fires incinerated Lahaina. And while travel is absolutely a no-go in West Maui, the island still needs visitors. So here's how to visit Maui responsibly post-fires. … [Read more...] about How to Visit Maui Responsibly Post-Fires
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West Maui Hotels Take In Survivors
It's been two weeks since fires supercharged by Hurricane Dora decimated the historic town of Maui, displacing thousands of residents. And while things are still far from normal, emergency shelters are already in the process of closing, as West Maui hotels take in survivors to give them more humane accommodations. … [Read more...] about West Maui Hotels Take In Survivors
West Maui Recovery Will Take Years
It's been about a week and a half since fires ravaged the historic town of Lahaina. The town, as I'm sure everyone knows by now, is almost completely gone. And I'm here to tell you that West Maui recovery will take years to accomplish. Not weeks or months. YEARS. And it's not going to be easy. … [Read more...] about West Maui Recovery Will Take Years
CLEAR is Coming to Hawaii
CLEAR has been around (at least in its current incarnation) for around a decade. Allowing members to skip the TSA or TSA Pre-Check line, CLEAR is beloved in busy airports. But it's never been available in the islands, at least until now, as CLEAR is coming to Hawaii. … [Read more...] about CLEAR is Coming to Hawaii
Iao Valley Will Require Reservations
As the final round of land stabilization and renovation wraps up, officials warn that Iao Valley will require reservations to visit. That will make Iao Valley State Monument the fourth state park to implement such a requirement. … [Read more...] about Iao Valley Will Require Reservations
Hampton Inn is Heading to Maui
As big as Hilton is, their presence on Maui is shockingly small. Currently, their sole property is the Grand Wailea. But that's changing soon, as the Hampton Inn is heading to Maui. However, it isn't being built in any of the island's resort districts. … [Read more...] about Hampton Inn is Heading to Maui
Hawaii County Bans Nonmineral Sunscreens
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
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