New Premium Jeep Rental Service Launches on Maui for Adventure Tourism
BEXT Premium Jeep Rental has launched a new service offering high-end Jeep Wrangler and Wagoneer rentals with island-wide delivery for Maui visitors. The company provides mobile booking, full insurance, and travel accessories to support independent island exploration. New premium Jeep rental company targets growing tourism demand with 4×4 vehicles for adventure travelers. Service includes island-wide […]
Ritz-Carlton Kapalua Announces Celebrity Chef Events This Summer
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua will host exclusive dining events featuring Michelin-starred and celebrity chefs from June through August. The summer series includes four-course meals with wine pairings at the resort’s Banyan Tree restaurant. June 13 event features Michelin-starred chef Andrew Yeo presenting Chinese-Indian cuisine with Spence Vineyards wines. July 11 dinner showcases James Beard semi-finalist […]
Economic Forecast Shows Tourism Slowdown and Rising Costs for Hawaii
A new University of Hawaii economic forecast warns that global conflicts, oil price increases, and recent storm damage are slowing Hawaii’s economy and reducing visitor arrivals. Tourism growth is expected to drop sharply in 2027 after modest gains this year. Visitor arrivals projected to grow only 2% in 2026 before declining sharply in 2027 due […]
Heavy Rain System Brings Flood Watches to Maui and Most Hawaiian Islands
Multiple news sources report that an upper-level low pressure system has triggered flood watches across most Hawaiian islands through Saturday morning. The National Weather Service issued warnings as heavy rain and thunderstorms moved across the island chain, with Oahu experiencing the most severe impacts including road closures and flash flooding. Flood watches issued for Maui, […]
MLP Q1 2026: Revenue Falls Despite Improved Losses and Land Sale Progress
Multiple financial sources reported that Maui Land & Pineapple Company’s first quarter 2026 results showed a narrowed net loss but declining revenues. The company is restructuring operations around four new business segments while pursuing over $11 million in land sales contracts. Net loss narrowed to $2.1 million from $8.6 million year-over-year, largely due to absence […]
New $3.2M EV Fast Charging Station Opens at Kapalua Airport
The Hawaii Department of Transportation has opened a new electric vehicle fast charging station at Kapalua Airport, as reported by multiple sources. The facility represents the third such installation statewide under a federal infrastructure program. Four 150-kilowatt DC fast chargers are now operational 24/7 in the Kapalua Airport parking lot Charging costs $0.44 per kWh […]
Maui County Approves Prefab Housing as Permanent Option in Lahaina
Maui County has announced it will now allow factory-built housing as permanent dwellings in the Lahaina Burn Zone, implementing new procedures to expand housing options for fire survivors. The policy change aims to reduce construction costs and streamline the path from permitting to occupancy for affected families. Factory-built housing, defined as dwellings prefabricated or assembled […]
Hawaii’s Economic Outlook Deteriorates as Global Oil Prices Impact Tourism
Multiple news sources report on a University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization forecast showing Hawaii’s economy facing new challenges from rising oil prices linked to U.S.-Iran conflict and ongoing storm recovery. The report indicates tourism growth will slow significantly while costs increase across sectors. UHERO’s second quarter 2026 forecast shows Hawaii’s near-term economic outlook has […]
County Ending Storm Debris Curbside Collection Service This Friday
Multiple sources report that Maui County will stop accepting requests for curbside storm debris pickup after May 22, 2026. The service has been helping residents clean up damage from severe Kona low storms that hit the island in March and April. County debris removal service concludes Friday, May 22, 2026 Service covers residential green waste, […]
Weekend Weather Conditions Across Hawaiian Islands for May 16-17, 2026
Multiple weather services have issued forecasts for the Hawaiian islands this weekend, showing varied conditions across different regions. Maui expects mostly sunny skies with scattered showers, while the Big Island faces cloudier conditions with higher rainfall chances. Maui’s west and south sides will see mostly sunny conditions with highs in the low-to-mid 80s Scattered showers […]