Maui waterfall hikes are some of the best in all of Hawaii, primarily because many of the stunning waterfalls on Maui are readily accessible via road or hikes. We always preferred hiking to waterfalls in Maui, rather than just viewing from the car or the road. Not only do you get a chance to stretch…
The beaches in South Maui are among the most beautiful beaches you’ll find in Hawaii. With swathes of golden sand usually flanked by lava outcroppings and fringed with lush natural or landscaped vegetation, South Maui beaches are very picturesque. While sun-worshipping at a South Maui beach is one of the best things to do in…
State parks in Maui protect some of the island’s top natural and historical treasures, from unique beaches and forests studded with waterfalls to ancient sacred Hawaiian temples. Maui is home to one of two national parks in Hawaii: Haleakala National Park, which includes the higher elevations of the Haleakala crater and the must-do Pipiwai Trail…
Keawakapu Beach, Maui! Those who live in Maui consider this the best beach on Maui, a beautiful, golden-sands beach flying under the tourist radar! Staying in southwest Maui? You are next door to Keawakapu Beach, like we were on one of our visits to Maui, and our family spent almost every day at this beach….
Considering a trip to Maui in winter? Great choice! When winter snow and sleet start wearing you down at home, it’s natural to yearn for the warm weather and sun-kissed beaches of a tropical destination. And Maui, with its many beautiful sandy beaches and waterfront resorts, is our favorite Hawaiian island for a winter vacation….
Napili Beach, in sheltered Napili Bay, is one of the best family-friendly beaches on the sunny, west side of Maui. Napili Bay Beach is a beautiful, centrally located beach, perfect for those living in the condos and resort villas fronting the beach, or those staying nearby at the tourist meccas of Lahaina and Kapalua. The…
Little Beach, Maui! On the southwest side of Maui, in Makena State Park, is this beautiful slice of tropical paradise! Little Beach is a remote, secluded beach, ensconced in the foothills of Pu’u Ola’i, the iconic volcanic cinder cone landmark, with lava rock outcroppings jutting into the ocean on both sides. On our last visit…
Makena Beach is your answer if you want to escape the crowds at Ka’anapali Beach or the other westside beaches on Maui! The most famous and popular of the three South Maui beaches in the secluded and remote Makena State Park, Makena Beach is a well-known local bodysurfing haunt, and is also very popular with…
If you are planning to spend a few days in Maui, consider exploring Upcountry Maui! With pleasantly beautiful landscapes, many farms and gardens to visit, and a laid-back ambience, visiting Upcountry Maui allows you to discover a different side of the Valley Isle, away from the beaches and resorts of the west side. While sunset…
Want to explore Maui beyond the beaches? Consider visiting the Iao Valley State Monument, a lush and beautiful Maui state park with great historical significance! Ensconced in the West Maui Mountains, Iao Valley State Monument protects the unique Iao Needle, a rock formation you’ll definitely want to capture on camera. It’s also the place where…