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Planning your Road to Hana adventure? Discover the best stops, waterfalls, beaches, and hidden gems along this scenic Maui drive.

A Legacy of Style, Family, and Island Spirit

A national historic landmark, the waterfront town of Lahaina has a rich history involving Hawaiian monarchs, missionaries and whalers. Lahaina served as the capital of the Hawaiian kingdom from 1820-1845 and in the middle 1800s, whalers came by the thousands to winter in the little seaport, anchoring their ships offshore. Lahaina’s colorful history and idyllic […]

by Fern Gavelek While tourism has replaced Hawaii agriculture as the state’s main economic engine, coffee, pineapple and macadamia nuts are still being cultivated in the Aloha State, plus a wide range of diversified crops such as cattle, aquaculture, floral/foliage products, veggies, fruits, honey, chocolate and vanilla. Mainland-based companies are also propagating year-round seed crops— […] The post Hawaii Agriculture – How It’s Shaped The State’s History appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

Test Your Knowledge With These Four Questions About The Valley Isle 1. There are 132 islands in the Hawaiian chain. By size, Maui is: a) Largest b) Second largest c) Third largest d) Sixth largest 2. Haleakalā is a mountain volcano rising 10,023 feet above sea level and 30,000 feet from the ocean floor. As a […] The post Maui Trivia appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

If you love to get a little wet and enjoy the surf and sea, soak in the liquid sunshine when on Maui. We have picked a few things to get your adrenaline racing and some sight seeing locations to help you enjoy all that Maui has to offer. 1 | Experience Watching The best place […] The post TOP 10 Water Activities on Maui appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

Aloha – (ah-low-ha) – Hello, goodbye, the feeling or spirit of love, affection or kindness Wiki wiki – (wee-kee-wee-kee) – To hurry up, very quick Shaka – (shah-kah) – Great Puka – (poo-kah) – Hole Pua – (poo-ah) – Flower, blossom Pono – (poh-no) – Goodness, excellence, correct, proper Poi – (poy) – Pounded kalo […] The post Hawaiian Words & Phrases appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

If you’re looking for a more rural, rustic, and relaxed side of Maui, then you’ll want to check out Upcountry Maui. This area is located on the slopes of Haleakala volcano and offers stunning views of the island. There are plenty of things to do in Upcountry Maui, from hiking and biking to enjoying local […] The post Upcountry Maui: Visitors’ Guide appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

Although Hawaii is usually known for some of the best beaches in the world, most visitors are unaware just how many Hawaii waterfalls there are to visit.  In this blog, we will provide a comprehensive guide to the best waterfalls in Hawaii (we’ll even cover some lesser known secret waterfalls in hawaii). First Up: Hawaii […] The post Hawaii Waterfalls: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

The Hawaiian Lei is a beautiful tradition that is often seen during special occasions in the islands. But what many people don’t know is that there is more to these flowers than just their aesthetic appeal. In this blog post, we will discuss the history and symbolism of the Hawaiian Lei, as well as some […] The post Understanding Hawaiian Lei Flowers appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

Wondering if you need a passport to go to Hawaii? Learn travel requirements for U.S. citizens and international visitors before planning your trip.

If you’re headed to Hawaii, there’s a good chance you’re excited about your trip. And rightly so! It’s a beautiful place with plenty to see and do. But if you want to make the most of your time in the islands, there are a few things you can do on your flight over. In this […] The post Things To Do On Your Flight To Hawaii appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

If you’re looking for the perfect honeymoon destination, look no further than Hawaii! With its pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and stunning volcanoes, Hawaii offers something for everyone. In this blog post, we will provide tips on how to plan the perfect honeymoon in Hawaii. We’ll cover everything from finding the right hotel to choosing the […] The post How to Plan the Perfect Honeymoon in Hawaii appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

Living in Hawaii watching the news of massive winter storms, severe cold and power outages across the country, I have a confession to make: we’ve been feeling the cold here too. That’s because the temperatures have been dropping into the 60’s at night (brrrr…) and residents are seen in the morning wearing their winter jackets, […] The post Traveling to Hawaii During Covid: Now Through May is the Time! appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

Opening in 1989 as a small shop at Anchor Square, Lahaina, Boss Frog’s has grown into Hawaii’s leading full-service rental business, with shops on Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island.  “I came to Maui on our first catamaran, the Frogman, from Santa Barbara in 1987,” says owner Phil Kasper. “My son Chris and I lived […] The post Maui Activities Update: Boss Frog’s Calypso and Malolo Offering Safe (and amazing!) Ocean Adventures appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

The Old Lāhainā Lū’au has prepared our authentic Hawaiian lū’au to welcome back our kama’āina (residents) and malihini (visitors) beginning December 20, 2020. We anxiously await sharing our Hawaiian culture through food, entertainment and hospitality with enhanced safety protocol in our open air beach side setting. Due to our current pandemic requirements and limitations, our […] The post Old Lahaina Lu’au – Sharing Hawaiian Culture Once Again appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

When you imagine a tropical paradise, Hawaii is one of the first places to come to mind. You probably picture a hammock tied up to two palm trees on the beach with a scrumptious strawberry margarita in your hand. But you can find palm trees, sandy beaches, and tasty margaritas at vacation destinations all over […] The post What is Hawaii Uniquely Known For? appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

By Lauren LaDoux, Maui Sales Director Yes, it rains even in paradise. It doesn’t happen often but when it does, what do you do? You could wait it out. NEVER! Why would you do that when Maui is full of so many fun things to do, rain or shine! We’ve compiled a list of our […] The post Rainy Day Fun on Maui appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

While we may not be “dreaming of a white Christmas,” Hawaiʻi locals are still very fond of the winter season. Say goodbye to those winter boots and frumpy jackets (but probably keep an umbrella handy), because winter in Hawaiʻi is all about surf, sun, celebrations…and a few sprinkles every now and then. Need more convincing? […] The post Top Eight Reasons to Visit Hawaii in the Winter appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

You can learn a great deal about the culture and heritage of a new travel destination from the food that locals eat. A state or country’s cuisine is often inspired by the people who inhabit it, the locals who pour their hearts and souls into the land and shape the way it’s perceived. And as […] The post Hawaiian Food: A Taste of Real Hawaii appeared first on This Week Hawaii.

Every April, people around the world recognize Earth Day, a time to promote awareness, education and understanding of the biggest challenges and struggles facing our environment and delicate ecosystem. From the first Earth Day in 1970 until today, we have made great strides in building an environmental movement, but there is still so much more […] The post Five Earth Day Celebrations in Hawaiʻi appeared first on This Week Hawaii.