Maui Ranks Top 5 in U.S. Domestic Travel Search Demand
A study analyzing Google search trends over the past 12 months ranked Maui among the top five most-searched domestic staycation destinations in the U.S. Key West led the list, followed by Yosemite, Myrtle Beach, the Outer Banks, and Maui. Maui placed in the top five most-searched U.S. staycation destinations based on Google search volume data […]
Baldwin Beach Park to Close in Phases July–November for Dune Restoration
Sections of Baldwin Beach Park in Pā’ia will close in rotating phases from late July through at least November 2026 for a dune restoration and invasive vegetation removal project. Closures will affect beach access at various points along the park but are designed to keep some access open throughout. Phase closures begin July 27 and […]
Free Concert in Campbell Park Marks Lahaina Homecoming Event July 19
The Mana Maoli Collective is hosting a community concert at Campbell Park on July 19 as part of a three-day Lahaina Homecoming event. The gathering is expected to draw over 100 former Lahaina residents who relocated after the 2023 wildfire. A free kanikapila-style concert featuring roughly two dozen Maui artists takes place July 19 at […]
H.A. Baldwin Park to See Phased Closures This Summer for Dune Restoration
Sections of H.A. Baldwin Park in Pā’ia will close in phases from late July through September for dune restoration work led by UH Sea Grant and county partners. Beach access is maintained overall, but visitors should expect restricted areas and follow posted signage. Phased partial closures run July 27 through mid-September, with a final phase […]
West Maui Hotel Rates Now Among Hawaii’s Most Competitive, State Data Shows
West Maui resort room rates have shifted notably compared to other Hawaii destinations, with May 2026 averages at $412/night — well below Wailea’s $665. The area that once commanded premium pricing is now more competitively positioned against other island markets. West Maui’s average hotel room rate was $412/night in May 2026, making it cheaper than […]
NPS Launches Kalaupapa Hike Tours Amid Molokai Community Pushback
The National Park Service has begun ranger-led public hiking tours at Kalaupapa National Historical Park on Molokai, drawing criticism from residents and a Maui County Council member who say they were not consulted beforehand. Tours run Thursdays and Saturdays, cost $20, and visitation remains capped at 100 people per day. NPS launched ranger-led tours at […]
RISE Maui Summit in August to Focus on Sustainability, Tech, and Lahaina Recovery
The RISE Maui: Sustainability + Tech Summit runs August 17–21 at the Hyatt Regency Maui, bringing together scientists, artists, and cultural practitioners to discuss regeneration, AI, water, and food security. Proceeds from the event will benefit Lahaina rebuilding efforts. The five-day summit takes place August 17–21 at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa in […]
USA Today Urges Visitors Back to Maui and Oahu After Years of Disaster
USA Today highlights Hawaii’s ongoing recovery from the 2023 Lahaina wildfire and 2026 Oahu floods, encouraging mindful tourism to support local economies. Visitor numbers have dipped following both disasters, prompting the state to launch a $2 million summer travel promotion. Hawaii’s tourism economy — nearly a quarter of the state’s GDP — has taken repeated […]
Native Plant Project Aims to Restore Eroding Baldwin Beach Dunes
A University of Hawaii Sea Grant team, backed by a $1 million+ federal grant, is using native groundcover plants to rebuild the sand dune system at Baldwin Beach Park on Maui’s North Shore. Early test plots have shown success in accumulating windblown sand. The National Fish & Wildlife Foundation awarded over $1 million to fund […]
Hawaii Resorts Launch Golf Initiative After PGA Tour Drops Maui, Oahu Events
Twelve Hawaii golf resorts have formed ‘Play Hawaii Golf,’ a global marketing push to promote the state’s 70 courses after the PGA Tour canceled its Maui and Oahu tournaments. The PGA Tour’s shift to a for-profit model and focus on major markets drove the decision to drop Hawaii from its schedule. Twelve premier Hawaii golf […]