When I first moved to Maui, I lived on the south end of Kīhei and went to Big Beach all the time. Big Beach Maui is still my favorite beach in South Maui. I’m a sucker for a wide stretch of sand,...
Some of my picks for the best restaurants in Wailea come from the years I lived in South Maui, when happy hour at Monkeypod was a regular part of my routine. From Mai Tais and poke tacos to an...
When I lived on the south side of Maui, I shared a big house in Kihei with four housemates. We were young, spent a lot of time together and regularly made runs to Horhito's for fish tacos. Of all...
Taking a surf lesson is one of the best ways to experience Maui. The best Maui surfing lessons teach you more than how to stand on a board—you’ll also learn how to paddle, catch a wave, stay safe...
Whale watching in Maui is one of the most unforgettable experiences you can have on the island. Every winter, thousands of humpback whales migrate from Alaska to Hawaiʻi’s warm waters to mate, give...
Tucked along Maui's lush eastern coastline, Waianapanapa State Park is famous for its striking black sand beach, lava caves, sea arches, and scenic coastal trails. Located just outside of Hana, it's...
If you're looking for the best things to do in Zion National Park, you're in the right place - because this is hands down one of my favorite places in the United States. I've visited Zion on many...
If you're searching for the best hikes in Zion National Park, you're in the right place - because this is hands down one of my favorite hiking destinations in the United States...and that's saying a...
The Observation Point Zion hike is easily one of the most underrated hikes in Zion National Park, and in my opinion, it offers one of the best views in the entire park. While most people head...
