Secrets of Maui Blog

For the best sweet (banana cream) and savory (pot) pies on the island, stop at Leoda’s on the way to West Maui.... Read More

For affordable, delicious local food be sure to hit up Da Kitchen after you land in Kahului or Da Kitchen Express after a day at the beach in Kihei. The name Da Kitchen translates from Hawaiian slang/pidgin to “The Kitchen”. This casual, walk-up restaurant is very popular and a good way to familiarize yourself with...... Read More

If you find yourself in Maui during whale season (December through May), I highly recommend that you take a whale watching tour. Watching whales breach and slap their fins just hundreds of yards from you is a once in a lifetime opportunity. It could easily be your favorite memory of Maui.... Read More

Winter is whale season in Maui and peak whale watching time is now! Without a doubt, one of the most memorable moments you’ll have in Maui is viewing the humpback whales during their annual winter migration through the North Pacific Ocean to Hawaii to mate and give birth in the warm, sheltered waters. December through...... Read More

If you ask someone who has been to Maui what their favorite fine dining restaurant is, they will most likely answer Mama’s Fish House. I’d give you the same answer. We’ve been every year for the past 15 years and have never been disappointed. It’s a bit of a drive from most resort areas and...... Read More

If you are heading to Maui, it’s almost a requirement to snorkel. Snorkeling is probably one of my favorite things to do on the island. It is so relaxing to float on the surface of the water searching for fish, honu (sea turtles) and other marine life. If you are a more experienced swimmer and...... Read More

If you plan to watch the sunrise at Haleakala, be sure to plan ahead! About a year ago, Haleakala National Park implemented a reservation program in response to steadily increasing traffic and overcrowding at the summit. The 150 parking spots available during the sunrise reservation period (from 3 to 7 a.m.) generally sell out in...... Read More

SECRET: Did you know that a day trip from Maui to Lana’i is possible? A ferry makes the approximately hour long trip several times a day from Lahaina Harbor. (If you are prone to motion sickness, prepare yourself appropriately.) Expeditions will help you plan your day or overnight stay on Lana’i. Visit www.go-lanai.com for more...... Read More