The Hawaiian Sea Turtle
24 Sep 2019
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Green Sea Turtles & Where to See Them on Maui
Sea Turtles have been around for over 100 million years, sharing oxygen with the dinosaurs before they went extinct. These ancient creatures predate the formation of the Hawaiian Islands, the oldest of which formed just 5 million years ago. Sea turtles love Hawaii’s diverse and geologically young coral reefs. Hawaii is home to five species of sea...
A Guide to Eating Healthy While Traveling
17 Sep 2019
There are many scientifically-proven health benefits of travel that focus on the positive impacts a trip has on your health and well-being. While traveling can make you happy, get your creative juices flowing, and relieve stress, it can also make it difficult to maintain the healthy eating habits you follow at home.
5 Scientifically-Proven Health Benefits of Travel
17 Sep 2019
For many people across the globe, traveling is associated with fun and excitement. You get to take a few days away from work or your regular routine to dive into a new culture, explore a foreign city, indulge in a variety of foods, and learn how a different community of people live. In addition to the fun and excitement of traveling, a quick vacation can also provide you with scientifically documented health benefits, especially when you head...
Visiting Whalers Village – A Family-Friendly Hub for Shopping, Dining, and Entertainment in Kaanapali
07 Sep 2019
Located in the heart of Kaanapali, Whalers Village is a one-stop shop for some of the best dining, shopping, and free entertainment in the West Maui area. Home to more than 60 brand name stores and top-rated restaurants, it’s an excellent place to pick up souvenirs, entertain the kids, or enjoy a meal, with something to keep everyone in the family happy. The shops are open daily, 9:30 am - 10 pm and the complex offers free wifi.
Learning to Surf on Maui
06 Sep 2019
The best surf lessons and surf beaches for beginners in West Maui
Known as he’e nalu, or “wave sliding”, surfing is an ancient art in Hawaii that was practiced by Hawaiians for centuries. Surfboards were handmade from sacred trees and heiaus (temples) were constructed to pray for good surfing conditions and to view surfing at prime surf breaks. Surfing as a modern sport was popularized by Duke Kahanamoku, an Olympic medalist and avid...
Top 10 Boat Tours in Lahaina
11 Aug 2019
If you’re visiting Maui on a vacation, and staying in West Maui, there are so many incredible boat tours to explore in Lahaina. For Maui Resort Rental guests, we always like to provide the very best information and recommendations so that our guests can thoroughly enjoy their holiday in Maui.
Visiting Haleakala - A Guide to Exploring Maui’s Famous Volcano
17 Jul 2019
Haleakala, meaning “house of the sun”, is a massive shield volcano that rises 10,023 ft into the clouds above Maui. To say it is located on the island of Maui is an understatement, as it makes up more than 75% of Maui’s total landmass. Protected in as a National Park, Haleakala is one of the most popular visitor attractions. Its other-worldly volcanic landscape and incredible...
Top Free Things to Do on Maui
17 Jul 2019
“The best things in life are free. The second best things are very, very expensive.” - Coco Chanel
One of our favorite things about the island of Maui is that it offers so many free activities and experiences for visitors to enjoy. It starts with its stunning natural beauty, public access beaches, waterfalls, small-town charm, and winding roads that are perfect for a long drive. Save your cash for a nice dinner out, shopping spree, or...
Maui Day Trips: Explore Upcountry Maui
04 Jul 2019
When planning your activities and adventures on Maui, try to reserve a couple of days to explore the Upcountry areas. Upcountry Maui consists of Hali’imaile, Makawao, Pukalani, Lower Kula, Upper Kula, Keokea, and Ulupalakua.
All of these distinct areas and towns are nestled on the slopes of 10,023 ft high Mt. Haleakala. All visitors will surely marvel in the glory of the huge island views and panoramic vistas found in Upcountry, Maui...
What To Do on a Rainy Day in Maui
27 Jun 2019
You want to make the most of your Maui vacation, but the weather doesn’t always cooperate. The good news is, there’s still plenty to do and see on Maui that’s indoors. From where to soak up local arts and culture, to the best shopping and entertainment, here’s a list of our favorite rainy day activities to keep in your back pocket. They also happen to be an excellent way to get out of the sun if you’re baked to a crisp.
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