Maui Tourism

We've found the reason for the flight delays to Hawaii, which have been happening almost non-stop for the last six months. And unfortunately the news isn't great. Yesterday we heard from Hawaiian Airlines which is instructive and launched…

flight attendant and the cabin crew of major international airlines are getting used to traveling the world and enjoying the lifestyle offered by airlines. A few stops are just enough to get enough rest before flying back to base.…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZpCFy3eFVg VC: Lānaʻi Culture and Heritage Center The Lānaʻi Culture & Heritage Center today, as part of its centenary celebrations, presents a new virtual exhibit commemorating plantation life…

The Maui Arts & Cultural Center presents a return of the Hawai'i International Film Festival (HIFF) to Maui, presenting three films and a screening of six short films being screened at this year's main festival at its home base on…

LAHAINA – Lahaina Public Library and North Beach – West Maui Benefit Fund invite you to join local authors Ikaika Hussey and Jackie Palmer Lasky on Saturday, October 22…

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) -- Farmers, educators, researchers and entrepreneurs from across the Pacific came together to discuss the benefits of crops like breadfruit that could help address food security and sustainability concerns.The…

Maui has great resorts and lots of them. It also has a large and much-improved airport, and Valley Isle managed to attract the most flights (including wide-body aircraft) to Hawaii from any airport other than Honolulu. But now it has…

Mainland products like Frito-Lay's Maui Style Chips and Keurig Dr. Pepper's Hawaiian Punches benefit from the Hawaii brand even though they are unaffiliated with the state. Outside businesses are adopting the Hawaii brand because it…

Badass coffee from Hawaii, A leading coffee franchise known for its premium sourcing, roasting and quality 100% Hawaiian coffees and international blends, announces three new signed agreements that will bring four stores to Colorado in…

A first-time Maui Travel & Leisure (T&L) writer/tourist writes all about a $2,500+ overnight stay, forgets to mention the endangered wildlife he snorkels with or the troubles with the Road to Hana , which he recommends, and flies…

by Oden Taylor and Ollie Hancock Humboldt's alumni organization Forever Humboldt was planning a homecoming this fall in Lahaina, Hawaii, on the island of Maui. In an email, the alumni organization shared their plans for a "fun…

September 26, 2022 at 2:55 p.m. HST * Updated Sep 26, 2:57 p.m Japanese tourists on Big Island. File photo: Japan Airlines The Hawai'i Tourism Authority has issued a call for proposals for strategic visitor education and…

Travel offers people one of the best educational opportunities available. It allows us to explore new places, step out of our comfort zone and connect with people from different backgrounds.…

LAHAINA — The Lahaina Public Library will begin a new three-month series of Author Meets and Salutes with the authors of the book on Saturday, September 17 from 2 to…

A full house watches as Duke and San Diego State play the 2018 Maui Jim Maui Invitational at the Lahaina Civic Center. The tournament returns to the Valley Isle this year on November 21-23 after the last two events were moved to the…

At Drip Hawaiʻi, electrolytes, vitamins and antioxidants are formulated into hydrating and nutrient-rich elixirs. However, these healthy cocktails are administered intravenously through so-called infusions. Unlike taking oral supplements,…

Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association, Visitor Industry Charity Walk. The Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association announced today that the 43rdapprox Visitor Industry Charity Walk raised $2.2 million to be distributed to local…

Editor's note: For the Hawaii general election on November 8th, Civil Beat asked candidates to answer a few questions about where they stand on various issues and what their priorities are if there is an election. The following…

Kaitiaki Davis Apiti has dedicated the last 22 years of his life to protecting the endangered Māui dolphin. Video / Whakaata MaoriKaitiaki Davis Apiti has dedicated the last 22 years of his life to protecting the endangered Māui…

Philstar.comSeptember 6, 2022 | 1:33 p.m MANILA, Philippines — Joshua Kinaadman augmented a promising career by officiating at the Governor's Edwin Jubahib Cup national tennis championships, capping his title win with an impressive 6-1,…

The Lahaina event includes exhibits, free keiki activities, local food, Maui-Maui artists, plus Hawaiian music and hula with Reiko Fukino, Cody…

Aug 27, 2022 9:57 am HST * Updated August 26, 2:23 p.m Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center. PC: Gay Lord Paul Garcia The Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center will open registration for fall classes on September 1 at 10:00 am. This…

Aug 25, 2022 at 8:40 am HST Mau Ah Hee won his fourth open men's title. The 28th annual Ole Longboard Classic was held at Launiupoko Park in West Maui on Saturday, with more than 240 competitors in 15 divisions. Mau Ah…

When it comes to the most visited place in the specific context of tourism in the USA, Hawaii is one of the top destinations. Aside from water sports activities, there are a number of limitless activities to do there on land to…

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - More than 2,000 people on Oahu walked from Magic Island through Waikiki and back for a good cause.“Over 100 Oahu charities are supported with this event. And we can do our small part, it just makes a big…

Aug 18, 2022 2:49pm HST Runner-up Achilles Kahalehau. The Maui Boardsailing Association's 34th Annual Fishing and Diving Tournament brought in a couple of three-pound "tako" or octopuses and some sizeable oamas at the weekend…

Northern Arizona University School of Hotel and Restaurant Management (HRM) has announced a new affiliation with the University of Hawaii - Maui (UH - Maui) to offer UH-Maui students a Bachelor of Science degree in HRM. Students can come…

HONOLULU – The Hawaii Tourism Authority announced the appointment of five new members to its Board of Directors – Kimberly Leimomi Agas, Hospitality and Community Director, Mahina Duarte, Social Entrepreneur, Stephanie Iona, Kaua'i…

WAILUKU (HawaiiNewsNow) -- Maui Mayor Mike Victorino faces a tough primary race Saturday.Eight candidates are fighting for the seat, and the top two voters will make it to the general election. It is not clear if the incumbent will be one…

Community members and hotel workers are demonstrating today ahead of a Maui Planning Commission hearing on Resolution 22-70 against a proposed cap on visitor accommodations in Wailuku. PC: Courtesy of the Hawaii Hotel Alliance…

Maui traffic. File photo of Wendy Osher. The state Department of Transportation will conduct road works this week that will result in lane closures in various locations. Lane closure schedules are subject to change without notice.…

The soil of the United States is full of beautiful places. Its rich diversity and history with vibrant heritage sites offer tourists a kaleidoscope of choices. You'll find tourists celebrating the tourism and cultural heritage of the…

PC: Akakū screenshot Three candidates for Maui County's mayoralty revealed Saturday what they would do to manage tourism at a time when the islands have reopened to near-record visitor numbers. Alana Kay, author and publisher, Mike…

Hawaii Tourism Authority New Board: Top LR: Michael White, Mahina Duarte and Kimberly Agas. Bottom LR: Jim McCully and Stephanie Iona The Hawai'i Tourism Authority announced the appointment of five new members to its Board of…

Editor's note: This is the third in a series of stories that delve deeply into specific issues Hawaii is facing and how the Democratic gubernatorial nominees would address them. Also this week, Civil Beat has teamed up with…

The state Department of Transportation will conduct road works this week that will result in lane closures in various locations. Lane closure schedules are subject to change without notice. All projects are weather dependent.…

Many travel destinations are still struggling after the pandemic hit tourism, but longtime hotspot Maui, known for its beautiful beaches and high-end resorts -- and Hawaii at large -- suffered from an unusual problem: A quick recovery that…

File photo of a field team from the UH School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology docking at the Port of Ala Wai to collect samples of naturally occurring flesh-eating bacteria. Copyright: Brian Glazer The 2022 Global Ranking…

Only spas are not enough. No longer. Not even the usual meditation courses and Ayurvedic massages. The pandemic has struck fear into the heart of all travelers about the virus. Since the hospitality industry is one of the most…

- Tour guides per 1,000 jobs: 3.33- Average hourly wage: $14.78- Median annual salary: $30,740The Grand Canyon - for travel destinations in the USA, this is one of the most well-known. Flagstaff is an…

Share the article Last updated 5 hours beforeIn recent months, Hawaiian authorities -- and locals -- have complained about excessive tourism, and their wish for fewer tourists is beginning to come true. Just two…

Quick links A chat with Adam Lawless, Viator's Director of Communications, on current and future travel trends for 2022 Looking into the future of travel: what trends will continue and why The biggest travel highlight of 2021? As…

Photo courtesy of Four Seasons Maui Wine & Food Classic. The Four Seasons Maui Wine & Food Classic, developed in collaboration with Christian Navarro, the "Wine Therapist of the Stars," returns September 2-4 over Labor Day…

"Every drop of water that is saved is a help to avoid getting us into mandatory conservation measures in the summer," said Ernie Lau, chief engineer for the Honolulu Water Department.Lau asked Oahu's…

July 2, 2022 at 7:30 am HST * Updated July 1, 1:24 p.m Leo Asuncion, Jr. Governor David Ige has appointed Leodoloff "Leo" R. Asuncion, Jr. to head the Public Utilities Commission, of which he has been a member since April…

temperatures on Las Vegas can rise into three figures in summer, but then you will also find the most attractive discounts on flights, accommodation and entertainment. When the desert sun is beating down, a poolside cabana is the wisest…

As we reviewed the dramatic growth in Hawaii tourism this summer, we were surprised at how popular the neighboring islands have become compared to Honolulu. Read on to find out what this means for your next Hawaii vacation and how to deal…

you might think Well you had a toddler what do you expect? But it wasn't just that. I was also exhausted from what felt like 36,902 months of Covid and other terrible world events. When we finally boarded the plane, I was wrapped tighter…

Like many who have been restless about being confined indoors over the past two years, I couldn't wait to take my first real holiday after the Covid-19 lockdown. During the long lockdowns, I had dreamed of distant, exotic beach getaways.…

"],"renderIntial":true,"wordCount":350}"> For city travelers second city tourism means skipping a country's most famous city to enjoy a destination that's still impressive but less well-trodden. Think: Chicago instead of New York…

June 14, 2022 10:08 am HST Public input is invited on which industry sectors should be prioritized to create economic resilience and prosperity for Maui County. Credit: Tyler Rooke The Maui Economic Development Board…

June 12, 2022 at 4:15 p.m. HST * Updated June 12, 8:10 am Image courtesy of the Hawaii Tourism Authority. The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority has issued its second update on progress in meeting the O'ahu Goal Management Action…

2022 Ian Walsh Menehune Mayhem Fellows. Left to right: Luc Guidroz, Ty Simpson-Kane, Ian Walsh, Kali Spalding, Jenna Boggs, Zoe Rehrer, Madelyn Dougherty and Ellie Brown. Not pictured: Maile Cacal, Leanne Osorno, Leela Waterford.…

Kai Kahele application documents and special announcements Congressman Kaialiʻi Kahele announces his candidacy for governor. PC: Courtesy of Team Kahele Kai Kahele, along with his supporters, will officially submit his nomination…

June 2, 2022 7:00 am HST * Updated June 1, 10:22 p.m Sanctuary in Kukui Bay where taking away all marine life would be prohibited. PC: https://kipahulu.org A virtual public scoping session for the proposed Community-Based…

Flower drops on Memorial Day at Makawao Cemetery. Image courtesy of Blue Hawaiian Helicopters.Flower drops on Memorial Day at Makawao Cemetery. Image courtesy of Blue Hawaiian Helicopters.Flower drops on Memorial Day at Makawao Cemetery.…

Although it has been nearly two decades since Concorde SST last flew, the islands have always been part of supersonic flight schedules. As of now, United Airlines plans to bring back supersonic air travel. And with these plans, the…

PC: Kehaulani Cerizo For the first time since the Hawaiian pandemic, monthly visitor numbers in Maui County surpassed historic highs set in 2019. Last month, 254,398 visitors came to Maui -- a nearly 3% increase from April 2019,…

One of Ms. Long's first steps as general manager, even before the landowners left, was to request a US Department of Agriculture-funded capacity study to try to identify the worst vulnerabilities. The study found that while trails were at…

Chef Tylun Pang, a key figure in Maui's food and hospitality industry who inspired a legion of chefs and cooks in Hawaii, died May 6. He was 65 years old. Pang was Executive Chef at The Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui in Wailea, where he oversaw…

Hotels in Hawaii reported huge jumps in revenue driven by the country's highest average room rate for the last reported month (March 2022). Read on for what you can do and our tips. Nationwide, the average room rate was $378, but some…

We're still trying to work through this together; Hawaii visitors and residents alike. Still, we can't escape this topic in the news, and what's recently come up on our radar is an Oahu woman who has repeatedly asked visitors to stay away…

Lanai Island is the largest privately…

Housing. Cars. Meal. Gas. We spend more on everything these days. Maui County's economy is a microcosm of the world economy. Global labor shortages, ongoing supply…

May 12, 2022 at 6:00 am HST * Updated May 12, 4:01 am PC: Kehaulani Cerizo Hawaii researchers expect "moderately strong growth" for Hawaii's economy, buoyed by returning international visitors, in a new report. The…

If the owners of Oasis Cabin Resort opened in rural Maupin, Oregon – population around 450 – they wanted to create a welcoming environment for artists as well as space for visitors. Owners Michelle Taylor and Andy McFarlane…

One of the best places to experience the wilderness and beauty of Clayoquot Sound is Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge, 18 nautical miles from Tofino. Clayoquot Sound on Vancouver Island's west coast is truly the epitome of "supernatural"…

Liz Petterson has been appointed Deputy Executive Director of the Pacific Whale Foundation. Photo Courtesy: PWF The non-profit Pacific Whale Foundation for the protection of the oceans has appointed Liz Petterson, a former board…

Maui County top scholar Zahra K. Bhattacharya. PC: courtesy of HTLA Seven Maui County public school students were among the 42 individuals selected for the Citizen-Scholar Awards. More than $60,000 in scholarships were distributed…

Breadcrumb Trail Links Travel "The great thing is that because they choose to help, they are automatically the better tourists." Volunteers head to Maui's Olowalu Valley for a morning of environmental work.…

April 26, 2022 at 9:50 am HST Maui High Junior Cailyn Omuro will be presenting her artwork on April 30 from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm at the Four Seasons Resort Maui in Wailea. Photo Courtesy: Four Seasons High school juniors…

WAILUKU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Maui County Council is exploring ways to tackle overtourism in response to last year's boom in visitors.Council members say they want to regulate the industry better this year so it doesn't happen again."Residents…

What's missing from the map below? Tip: It's the island of Molokai. The map image is made up of portions of an old Hawaiian postcard that has been deconstructed and reconstructed to emphasize my point. When people hear that I'm…

Why is Maui County required to build sewage infrastructure in Maalaea? The short answer is the county created this problem and the county needs to fix it. A little history helps in understanding. In the 1970s, Maui Mayor Elmer…

Kahului Airport arrivals recently exit baggage claim. PC: Kehaulani Cerizo Maui District Airports Manager Marvin Moniz. PC: Kehaulani Cerizo The chief of Maui District Airports said Kahului Airport processing times and traveler…

Travel will increase 16 percent year-over-year, with nearly 75 percent of Americans planning to travel domestically for their summer vacation. The travel insurance and assistance…

Norwegian Cruise Liner's ship Pride of America returns to Maui. It is scheduled to leave the port of Kahului today. PC: Kehaulani Cerizo After more than two years, Norwegian Cruise Liner's Pride of America - the only US-flagged ship…

Dena Roady, area vice president - Hyatt Hotels Hawaii and general manager of Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort (right), and Shane Kahalehau (left), program director at KPOA Radio, will lead the 2022 Maui County Charity Walk The Maui Hotel…

Hawaii tourism tent. PC: Maui Now file photo Pending a resident backlash against excessive tourism when the industry recovers, the state legislature today introduced a bill that would set aside money for tourism management research…

The largest gathering since the pandemic will feature more than 200 events across the country, involving 10,000 volunteers Volunteer Week Hawaii is our whole kuleana (responsibility).…

NOTE: This is not a scientific survey, the results reflect the opinions of the survey participants only. On Thursday, March 17, Maui Now published a poll asking readers to share their opinions and attitudes about current issues…

Apr 2, 2022 5:23 am HST Hāna gas 3.19.22. PC: Michele Notestone Gas prices in Hawaii started rising rapidly last week, setting even more daily records in recent days, according to AAA Hawaiʻi Weekend Gas Watch. The…

Salter Brothers, Accor deal: In one of the largest hotel management portfolio deals in Australia in over a decade, Salter Brothers has signed a management agreement under which its hotel portfolio, which was part…

Rep. Ed Case with HPD officers at a homelessness event. Millions of dollars in funding and additional studies to improve Hawaii's education, health and social security programs are included in the Consolidated Appropriations Act of…

Mar 26, 2022 5:52pm HST * Updated March 27, 00:05 PC: Great Whale Count (file) / Pacific Whale Foundation During the third coordinated census this year between the Pacific Whale Foundation on Maui and the Hawaiian Islands…

File screenshot of Mayor Michael Victorino hosting an online meeting. Maui Mayor Michael Victorino presented his proposed $1.045 billion budget to Maui County Council on Thursday. This represents an increase of $206.1 million over…

March 23, 2022 at 10:35 am HST * Updated March 23, 10:36 am UH Digital Readiness. File Photo Courtesy University of Hawaii. The University of Hawaiʻi's 10-campus system is indefinitely suspending UH's mandatory COVID-19…

NIAGARA FALLS, NY (WKBW) -- As gas prices slowly begin to fall, families are expected to start grappling with summer vacation plans.According to AAA, flights, tours, rental cars and hotels for March, April and May are up more than 200%…

Mar 19, 2022 12:51pm HST * Updated March 19, 12:53 p.m About 250 people came to celebrate the 254th birthday of Queen Kaʻahumanu and the 50th anniversary of the Queen Ka'ahumanu Center with live entertainment by Paula Fuga.…

Mar 16, 2022 7:16 am HST * Updated March 16, 9:06 am Maui's Lei from Aloha for World Peace has partnered with Nalu's South Shore Grill, ekolu kitchen 1279 and local Maui musicians to raise funds for organizations and…