Complied by Conn Brattain
1. SOUNDS LIKE SUMMER
Keep that vacation vibe going with Beach Sounds by SUNNYLIFE. It’s a radio, but flip it open and a 3.5mm jack lets you connect to the portable media player of your choice. 6.7”x3.2”x7.9”. $50 at Mahana Market, Montage Kapalua Bay, One Bay Drive, Kapalua, 808-662-6600.
2. THE CONSUMMATE LOAFER
OluKai’s limited-edition Kailua Hoa slip-on is the perfect medium (or small or large) to display Wooden Wave’s Lei Day pattern printed on lightweight canvas. $100 at Mokapu Market, Andaz Maui at Wailea, 3550 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea, 808-573-1234; and OluKai.com.
3. PINEAPPLE FLOAT
Chill out on SUNNYLIFE’s inflatable pineapple — it’s durable PVC and comes with a puncture repair kit, just in case. 35.5”x6.3”x77.6”. $70 at Le Surf, Fairmont Kea Lani, 4100 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea, 808-891-3810.
4. LOOK! IT’S A WHALE!
Lucas the Whale — embroidered on a Beatrix backpack that holds everything a tot needs for a day of fun. Durable nylon, laminated canvas, padded back and shoulder straps. $48 at Ports, Four Seasons Resort Maui, 3900 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea, 808-874-8000.
5. SCENT-SATIONAL
Aloha ‘Āina infuses its scented soaps ($10) and candles ($12) with premium essential oils and other pure ingredients. At The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua Spa, One Ritz-Carlton Drive, Kapalua, 808-665-7079; and AlohaAinaShop.com.
6. STAND UP AND PADDLE
Izola’s Aloha paddleball sets come in a tidy mesh carrying case, perfect to take to the beach or the park. $32 at Biasa Rose, 104 Hāna Highway, Pā‘ia, 808-579-8602.
7. THE STEM’S ON THE TREE
SoHa Living’s stemless wine glass is a great way to put your favorite cold drink in the palm of your hand. $15 each at SoHa Living, The Shops at Wailea, 3750 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea, 808-868-3430.
8. SALT, WATER
Spa Grande partnered with ‘Ala Lani Bath & Body to create these Hawaiian nutrient-rich baths. Each works to achieve specific therapeutic results. Set of 5 5.3oz. jars, $135 at The Gift Shop, Grand Wailea Resort, 3850 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea, 808-875-1234.
