Maui Vacation Travel Blog

Maui, Hawaii is one of the top vacation destinations in the world. Both guests and residents of our island paradise take pride in its diverse landscapes and all it has to offer. We offer Maui travel tips, area spotlights, activities, events and more!

Rainy Day Adventures: What to Do on Maui When It’s Not Beach Weather

When the Rain Falls, Maui’s Magic Shines in New Ways Ever had your long-awaited Maui beach day interrupted by a sudden downpour? Don’t let gray skies steal your sunshine—because on this island, even the rain has its own kind of magic. Maui’s tropical weather often...Read more

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Maui Vacation Travel Tips

Sunset Spots & Secret Beaches: West Maui’s Hidden Gems

Finding Magic Beyond the Crowds Have you ever pictured yourself on a dream Maui beach, only to arrive and find the shoreline packed with umbrellas and selfie sticks? While Maui’s famous beaches are undeniably beautiful, they don’t always deliver the serenity travelers crave. If what...Read more

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Ocean Activities

Local Grinds: Where to Eat Like a Maui Local from Lahaina to Hana

How many times have you gone on vacation, only to end up at tourist-packed restaurants serving food you could’ve eaten back home? If you’ve ever felt like you were missing the real flavor of a destination, you’re not alone. Maui visitors often crave more than...Read more

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Local Food & Drink

7 Easy Maui Day Trips with Kids—All Starting from West Maui

How do you give your kids the adventure they crave—without turning your family vacation into a marathon of meltdowns and exhaustion? For parents, that’s the challenge: you want to see your children light up with discovery, but you also want a trip that feels like...Read more

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Island Activities

Authentic West Maui: Culture, Community & Local Favorites to Experience

The warm sand, the turquoise sea, the palm-framed sunsets—they’re what bring many travelers to Maui. But the memories that linger longest? Those are made in conversations with kūpuna (elders), in the rhythm of a hula sway, in the bite of fresh poke from a local...Read more

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Why Maui

West Maui Botanical Treasures: Gardens, Farms & Wildlife for Summer Visitors

Feeling burned out on beach crowds and craving something more meaningful from your Maui vacation? If you're searching for an escape that feeds your soul—not just your photo gallery—then you're in for a surprise. Just minutes from West Maui’s sunny shoreline lies an emerald world...Read more

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Island Activities

Top West Maui Farmers Markets for Fresh Island Flavor

Are You Craving More Than Just Another Overpriced Hotel Breakfast? What if your first bite of the day came from a sun-ripened mango you picked up just minutes from your rental? Or warm, melt-in-your-mouth banana bread still wrapped in parchment from a local auntie’s stand?...Read more

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Local Food & Drink

Catch the Magic: Where & When to Chase Rainbows on Maui

The Rainbows of Maui – More Than Just Luck You know the kind—like that perfect sunrise you didn’t wake up in time for, or that fleeting double rainbow you only saw in someone else’s vacation photo. On Maui, those breathtaking moments don’t have to slip...Read more

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Why Maui

Maui in Motion: A 5-Day Island Itinerary for First-Time Visitors

Have you ever dreamed of visiting Maui, only to feel overwhelmed by everything there is to see and do—especially on your first trip? You’re not alone. First-time visitors often face the same challenge: too many options, too little time. Which beaches are really worth visiting?...Read more

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Why Maui

Plan a Maui Summer Escape: What to Book Now for July & August

Have you ever waited just a little too long to book a dream vacation—only to find the best rentals were gone, the top tours filled up, and the prices went through the roof? If that hits close to home, now’s the time to act. Maui...Read more

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Island Activities