The excitement is building for our "Maui Christmas" Trip (see what I did there?) 😉 so today I'm sharing my idea of the Perfect Day on Maui. And technically, because Maui is so diverse I've decided to include two posts for this topic: part 1 (all about West Maui) and part 2 (South and Central… Continue reading My Perfect Day on Maui (Part 1)
The massive dormant volcano on Maui, known as Haleakala, is famous for its breathtaking sunrises and out-of-this-world landscapes, and last year close to 800,000 visitors* explored the boundaries of Haleakala National Park. While nicknamed The House of the Sun, Haleakala is more than just a place to watch the sunrise--you can enjoy one of the many challenging… Continue reading Maui Monday: Zippin’ Down Haleakala
Happy Turtle Tuesday! On our first visit to Hawaii back in 2009 we encountered our first sea turtle on the popular, sunny, south shore beach of Kauai. Poipu Beach is a frequent hang out for the Hawaiian Honu (sea turtle) as well as many sea-lions; and while I expected to see a sea-lion relaxing on the… Continue reading Turtle Power!
With its smooth sand, clear waters, gentle breezes, and palm tree-lined backdrop, it's no surprise that this beach is probably my FAVORITE beach on Maui. I know, I know, it seems like I have a few favorites with pretty much everything that I consider "favorite-worthy", but I went to this beach quite a few times… Continue reading Playing Favorites on Maui
If you head to Hawaii during the months of December through April, whale watching is a MUST. How often do you have the incredible opportunity of seeing Humpback Whales frolicking near one of their favorite wintertime playgrounds? The clear waters off Maui attract hundreds of whales each year due to the protected waters and shallower ocean… Continue reading Whale Watching on Maui
Pictures and Plane Tickets 