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What to Pack for Maui (In a Carry-On)
You’re finally going on that dream vacation to Hawaii! Now what to pack for Maui? Under packing is never fun because you are left wanting and over packing is such a drag…literally you’re dragging your bag because it is too heavy! I always pack in carry-ons because it...

The Best Time to Visit Maui, Hawaii
Picking the best time to visit Maui will depend on a number of factors, like your budget, which season you are traveling to Maui in and the top activities you want to experience while visiting this beautiful Hawaiian Island. In this Maui travel guide, I break down in...

Where to Stay on Maui | West Maui vs South Maui
Ahhhh…You’re planning a dream trip to Maui. One of your biggest choices will be where to stay on Maui. More specifically it will come down to West Maui vs South Maui as those are the two major resort areas on Maui where most visitors stay. Hi, I’m Jess and I’ve been...

10 Best Maui Honeymoon Resorts
Planning your honeymoon and looking for the best Maui honeymoon resorts? I got you covered with some of the best resorts in Maui. From the South shores of Wailea to the energetic Ka'anapali beach on West Maui, there's a romantic resort waiting for you to experience...

30 Things to do in Maui on a Budget
There’s are plenty of things to do in Maui on a budget that are free or very cheap for Hawaii standards. So if you are looking for the cheapest way to travel Maui without having to break the bank or sacrifice bucket list experiences, this post is for you. After a...

A Guide to Hiking the Ohai Trail, Maui
The Ohai Trail on Maui is known for its coastal views. This is one of Maui's best hikes due to its ease of difficulty and access. This is a great stop to stretch your legs and take in the the beauty as you drive the West Maui loop stopping at several places along...

Exploring the Maui Olivine Pools | Hawaii
One of the best things to do while exploring West Maui is to spend some time at the Olivine Pools. These swimmable tide pools are a perfect way to spend a few hours in the serenity of the rugged natural West Maui coastline as you experience this part of the island....

The Best Maui Breakfast Places
Looking for a delicious breakfast on Maui to start your day before you head out on an epic adventure? Perfect because I put together a list of the best breakfast Maui has to offer - and yes I’ve personally eaten at every Maui breakfast spot listed in this post! What...

14 Things to do on Maui when it Rains
Just because it’s wet outside doesn’t mean there aren’t several things to do in Maui when it rains. With an average temperature of 80° and 276 days of sun all year long there isn’t really a bad time to visit Maui. Unfortunately there are a few weeks every winter...

Hiking the Lahaina Pali Trail Maui, HI
The Lahaina Pali Trail is a popular hike on Maui. Known for its coastal views and windmills, the Pali hike is a heavily trafficked trail on West Maui and one of the best Maui hiking trails near Lahaina. I hike this trail often because it always gives me a workout...