What are Hawaii’s Christmas traditions? Did you know Christmas did not become an official holiday here until 1862?
Kula Botanical Gardens and my Christmas tree
Kula Botanical Gardens sells locally grown fresh Christmas trees. This is such an improvement from the shipped in box store trees.
Maui Safety
A few safety tips from Maui 24/7 and the Maui police department Ohana. While paradise crimes of opportunity do occur on Maui!
Maui Holiday Events coming up!
Here are a few Maui holiday events that are scheduled for December 2021. I will update this list as I come across more.
What to do on check-out day
Do you plan for vacation rental check-out day? Do consider logistics if you have a late-night flight, so you end your vacation happy!
My Hawaiian Airlines flight experience
I just returned from a wonderful mainland trip on Hawaiian Airlines. My tips and tricks and what to expect.
International Travel Update
The State of Hawaii issued an international travel update – it is aligning its policy with the new federal entry requirements.
The return of the Blue Door Bread Company
Kihei’s Blue Door Bread Company is back, serving up amazing artisan sourdough breads and pizzas. Bread lovers rejoice!
New upcountry brewery and pizza
Last night we checked out Maui’s new brewery Mahalo Aleworks. Fun and a little different, great beer and food!
How to carve a pineapple jack-o’lantern
Have you ever carved a pineapple jack-o’lantern? They are cute, smell sweet and way easier to carve than a pumpkin!
How to get around vacation rental service fees
You can avoid service fees on Vrbo and Airbnb by booking directly through the owner. Should you, and if yes, how?
How to cut a pineapple
In today’s videos I demonstrate at our our Maui Kamaole I-103 condo kitchen how to cut a pineapple and how to prep the top for planting.
My experience traveling to and from Canada
My recent experience flying from Maui to Canada and back. Starting early November 2021 travelers will need proof of vaccination and a test.
How to slice a mango
Have you struggled slicing a mango? My friend Richard showed me his trick years ago and it is the best! Enjoy!
How to make your Hawaii arrival easier
You can make your Hawaii arrival easier by following a few simple steps. Have you got your pre-clear wristband yet?
Safer Outside Vaccination Requirements
Maui County’s new Safer Outside plan reduces capacity and requires proof of vaccination at certain businesses effective Sept 15 2021.
Upcountry roadtrip and restaurant update
Sig and I love taking a Maui-style roadtrip to Ulupalakua Ranch. The views, the burgers and then dessert are worth the drive.
Delta variant on Maui
Maui is experiencing a surge in Covid cases thanks to the Delta variant. What you need to know, including a decrease in rental car rates!
Scuba diving on Maui and a whale shark!
My brother-in-law went scuba diving this week with Dive Maui. He got lucky – they had a rare whale shark sighting!
What to do if there’s a tsunami
The likelihood of there being a tsunami while you are on vacation is very slim, and yet, it’s a good idea to know what to expect.