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A popular addition to Maui’s vast flora population is the Rainbow eucalyptus tree. A tall leafy gum tree that is not native to Hawaii nut grows in abundance in planted groves mot notably along the Hana Highway. These groves have become a regular stop for people heading down the Road to Hana due to the … Read more
The Road to Hana is high up on many peoples Must-Do Maui itineraries. It is not hard to see why either, this stunning highway runs through pristine rainforest, past numerous world-class waterfalls, and has more jaw-dropping vista’s per mile than any other piece of tarmac in the world. However, it also comes with a fearsome … Read more
We remember the first time we drove the Road to Hana, this was our first trip to Hawaii and we were super excited by this portion of the trip. We had researched the route in detail and we all ready to visit all the best stops and the best waterfalls on our journey through Paradise. … Read more
When we first heard about the Road to Hana, many years ago, we knew it was going right at the top of our Maui bucket list. It quite simply never entered our heads that we would not drive this incredible highway. Subsequent visits to the island have always involved repeat visits to Hana, along one … Read more
One of the most famous trails in Maui the Pipiwai Trail is hidden away on the very backside of Hana over a 2-hours drive (minimum) from anywhere. The short but intense jungle hike takes you deep into the Hana Rainforest, past some staggering waterfalls through the ancient and lost jungle and through a mysterious and … Read more
Disney recently released the recipe for their famous Dole Whip ice cream via their App and everyone has got pretty excited! Claiming to be the official recipe and super easy to make at home from only a few simple ingredients it seems like the perfect tonic to the endless canceled trips and ruined plans. Surely … Read more
We Originally put this article together for the Huge Kilauea Eruption that tore through the South West of the Big Island, but the eruption has long since died off and all is well in the islands of Aloha. However, a new storm is brewing on the Island- Corona Virus, or Covid-19, and once again the … Read more
Nothing reminds us of the Hawaiian Paradise more than the fantastic taste of Hawaiian Poke. From the first moment, we tasted the salty toasted notes of this iconic island dish we were hooked. It instantly transports us back to the sandy shores of Maui, relaxing on the Lanai with a bowl of Poke, a Ripe … Read more
You will not find Many Restaurants, cafe’s or food establishments in Hawaii that do not list at least one Poke Item. But new visitors to the Islands often ask…What is Hawaiian Poke?… Some will not like the Answer. So What is it? First of all most descriptions of it are poor. You hear it most … Read more
After a cold, exhausted, and fairly disappointing day in Seattle we were looking forward to our Premium economy flight back to London aboard the 787 Dreamliner. On our outward leg, we had received excellent service and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. But outward legs are always better than return legs. The giddy excitement of the coming trip, the more sociable time, … Read more
