Tag: Maui

When you think of Maui bucket lists, you may first think of activities: the Road to Hana, snorkeling at Molokini, and watching the sunrise at Haleakala. But for many travelers, the top activity isn’t a typical excursion. In fact, it’s a meal. A meal at Mama’s Fish House Maui.  This is one of the toughest […]

Let’s slow down and see Hawaii in a unique way. Today, we’re learning about the best horseback riding Maui offers. From the western slopes of Wailuku to the cowboy region of upcountry, there are many great options for galloping across the valley aisle.  Ok, most of these places won’t take you galloping – plan for […]

Update For March 2024: The Old Lahaina Luau officially reopens on March 12, signaling a new era for Lahaina’s recovery. Read on to learn about the luau’s endurance amid tragedy and its value to the community. We look forward to reserving tickets to the luau for future Maui visitors! Old Lahaina Luau has long been […]

There are few things as mesmerizing as a black sand beach in Hawaii. At these scenic spots, turquoise waters and green landscapes dazzle against the pitch-black shoreline. It’s somehow both calming and invigorating to visit, and the photos are incredibly Instagram-worthy.  But where can you find the best black sand beach Hawaii offers? Ahead we’re […]

Hawaii is such a beautiful place, and you really can’t go wrong at any hotel. But still, choosing one of the best honeymoon resorts in Hawaii will help elevate your getaway from a tropical stay to an unforgettable experience.  That’s why we’ve curated our ultimate list of Hawaii’s best resorts for honeymooners. As you travel […]

We’ve decided on the 3 Best Hawaii Islands for a Honeymoon to take the guesswork out of your newlywedded travel.  When you’re in the trenches of wedding planning and stressing over each detail of your big day, there is a light at the end of the tunnel: your honeymoon. No pressure, no worries, just you […]

The parking lot at the summit of Haleakala Crater in Haleakala National Park on Maui sits at the bottom of Pu’u ‘Ula’ula. It is known as “Haleakala’s Red Hill”, the translation of the name it was given by Hawaii’s ancients many hundreds of years ago. Haleakala’s Red Hill is the actual pinnacle of the mountain, […]

We can now add Iao Valley State Monument on Maui to the short list of popular Hawaii natural attractions that require reservations for nonresidents. We’ll get to that. First, we’re here to talk about the famous Iao Needle and the ancient Hawaiian legend of how it came to be. ‘Iao Valley was designated as a […]

The HAT Blog is back at the home office in Honolulu after a delightful week with the in-laws on Maui. I didn’t actually do a whole lot, but that was my personal plan to begin with. The others did, however, and we offer here some easy Maui vacation suggestions that we thoroughly enjoyed. We’ll also […]

We here at the HAT Blog have been on Maui for a few days for a 7-night stay with visiting family. Thus far, things have gone quite smoothly. We did encounter one minor snag. We also enjoyed a spectacular sunrise at the summit of Haleakala Crater. We offer a couple of Maui vacation tips from […]

Hawaii telescopes and observatories provide scientists with some of the keenest galactic eyes on the planet. While you’re vacationing on the island below, scientists at the Maui Observatory are making discoveries that could impact the entire universe.  Where is the Maui Observatory? The Haleakalā High Altitude Observatory is located at the summit of Haleakala, a […]

Let’s head to the Valley Isle, where Surfing Goat Dairy is a great place to visit during a tour of gorgeous Upcountry Maui.  Our Day Upcountry During a recent visit to Maui, we stopped by the Surfing Goat Dairy and explored Upcountry. With an 11:00 am checkout at the West Maui condo (between Kaanapali and […]