Humpback Whales in Maui
04 Nov 2019
Every Winter, Whales Flock to Maui. Here’s Our Guide For Where to Spot Whales on Maui and Maui’s Best Family-Friendly Whale Watching Tours
Hawaiian Flowers Found on Maui
01 Nov 2019
Hawaii is known for its beautiful, aromatic tropical flowers. Everywhere you look, there seems to be a splash of color and something in bloom. The island of Maui is no exception. Fragrant Plumeria, vibrant Hibiscus, and sweet scented Puakenikeni, are just a few of the flora you will find growing on the lush Valley Isle. Many of the flowers mentioned in this blog can be seen growing in botanical gardens around Maui - see a list of our favorite...
Best Places for West Maui Nightlife - Lahaina and Kaanapali
09 Oct 2019
When on the beautiful Valley Isle, there are so many things to do! One of the best things to experience are the Maui Friday Town Parties. Hosted by the County of Maui, and local community members, Maui Friday Party events are always fun. Lahaina Friday Town Party’s happen every 2nd Friday of the month.
At the Lahaina Friday Town Party, guests can enjoy local Hawaiian music, local food vendors, lots of art events, non-profit and...
Hawaiian Shave Ice
24 Sep 2019
What is It, How to Eat It, and the Best Shave Ice Places on Maui
After a day at the beach, there’s nothing like shave ice. Refreshingly cold shaved ice saturated with sweet, fruity syrup, combined with ice cream and other tasty toppings - shave ice is a uniquely Hawaiian treat. But what is shave ice, and where did it come from? What’s the best way to eat it and what are those strange red beans? We have the answers to all these...
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.