Hawaiian Winter
Hawaiians honor Lono, god of agriculture, during a four-month-long celebration called Makahiki.
The Inspiration of Hula
Maui’s rich hula history will be on view from November 9, 2010 when Hooulu: The Inspiration of Hula dances into town.
Hawaiian Turmeric
Turmeric is prized around the world for its yellow color, bold flavor, and medicinal properties. When Polynesian voyagers first sailed to Hawai‘i, they brought the pungent herb with them.
Steals & Splurges
Here are ten penny-pinching tips for having food, fun, and a fabulous time on the Valley Isle—and ten more worth breaking the bank for.
A Whale of a Love Song
Every winter, Hawaii entertains around 4,000 North Pacific humpback whales returning from their summer vacations in Alaska.
Ripe Treasure: Hawaiian Heirloom Bananas
By the time Westerners arrived, Hawaiians had developed at least forty-four distinct banana varieties.
Hawaiian Owl: Love Is in the Air
Autumn is a thrilling time for Hawaiian owls and those who admire them.
Concierge Confidential
Maui Four Seasons Concierge are certifiably the best on the island, and they must be nominated and pass rigorous tests to serve you.
Watch out for Wedgies!
Wedge-tailed shearwaters spend the majority of their lives at sea, where they feed on baitfish and squid. They return to Hawai'i each spring to nest.
Uncle Rex and the Mountain
Alvin “Rex” Ornellas shares history about Haleakalā National Park, one of Maui’s most popular attractions.
Talk Story
The Man Behind Maui’s Best Athletes
Story by Ashley Probst
Scott Sanchez’s training facility in Ha‘iku is an athlete’s paradise. The floor is an organized chaos of...
Talk Story
Tenacious O‘hi‘a Lehua Trees Symbolize Hawaiian Resilience
By Serene Gunnison
In 2022, the hardy o‘hi‘a lehua tree was named the official ‘Hawaii State Endemic Tree’ by...
Mushroom Man
Mushroom hunting is an intimate relationship with the environment, knowing when the combination of moisture, soil and tree types will align.
Hawaiian Sandalwood: Aboreal Gold
The story of Hawaiian sandalwood is a sad one, but it's not over yet.
Koli‘i: The RuPaul of the Rain Forest
The native lobelia, koli'i spreads an umbrella of pink blossoms in late summer.
Good and Good For You
Celebrity chef and cookbook author Renee Loux will share techniques and recipes at Food First Institute, a series of cooking classes at Maui Culinary Academy.
Wheel Genius
The best truck driver in the State of Hawaii comes from Haiku, Maui. Melvin Andrade Jr. won the straight truck competition in 2008.
The Steadfast ‘A‘ali‘i
The native Hawaiian shrub 'a'ali'i is as tough as it is beautiful. Learn about its role in restoring ecosystems, and its uses for Hawaii's lei makers and crafters.
Listen Up
Requests Music in Wailuku, Maui sells CDs, cassette tapes, vinyl records and even eight-track tapes.
Eight Tiny Steps for Tardigrades
Tiny Water Bears, also known as moss piglets, have made a home in the Hawaiian Islands on the summit of Haleakala.
The One That Got Away?
Ulua are no easy catch. The powerful, deep-sea-dwelling predators can weigh over 100 pounds. And they’re smart.
Maui Events & News
Imua Family Services’ Will Smith Discovery Garden
A World of Pure Imagination
Story by Savy Janssen
Photographs by Jason Moore
Sunlight filtered through the outstretched arms of the 120-year-old monkey pod trees, and...