Emergency Preparedness Exercise Scheduled for Waikoloa Village Community
Local authorities will conduct a community evacuation training exercise in Waikoloa Village as part of ongoing emergency preparedness efforts. The drill aims to improve response procedures and ensure residents know proper evacuation protocols. Waikoloa Village residents will participate in a coordinated evacuation training exercise The drill is designed to test and improve emergency response procedures […]
Rough Seas Push Back Maui Supply Deliveries This Week
Strong ocean conditions have caused shipping delays to Maui, potentially affecting availability of goods and supplies across the island. Residents and visitors should prepare for possible shortages until weather conditions improve. Cargo barge schedules disrupted by dangerous ocean conditions around Maui Potential temporary shortages of groceries, fuel, and other essential supplies Visitors should stock up […]
Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Maui Mall Village’s Upcoming Lunar New Year Event
Maui Mall Village will celebrate Chinese New Year on February 21st with cultural festivities perfect for locals and visitors looking to experience traditional celebrations on the island. Free cultural event taking place at Maui Mall Village on Friday, February 21st Features traditional lion dance performances, authentic food vendors, and cultural displays Family-friendly activities including lantern […]
Annual Community Charity Walk Scheduled for May 9th Brings Together Maui’s Hospitality Industry
Maui’s hotel and lodging associations are organizing a charity walk event on May 9, 2026, bringing together the hospitality community to support local causes. Major hotel and lodging associations across Maui County are collaborating on a charitable fundraising walk The event is scheduled for May 9, 2026, providing an opportunity for both visitors and residents […]
Maui’s Hospitality Heroes Honored at Annual Workforce Recognition Ceremony
The 33rd Annual Na Poe Paahana Awards recently celebrated Hawaii’s dedicated hospitality workers who make the island experience exceptional for visitors. This long-running tradition highlights the people behind Maui’s world-class tourism industry. The Na Poe Paahana Awards has been recognizing Hawaii’s hospitality workforce for over three decades, showcasing the commitment to excellence in tourism Local […]
Fairmont Kea Lani to Host Hawaiian Language Celebration Event Called Hookumu
The Fairmont Kea Lani resort is organizing a special cultural event named Hookumu to honor Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi (Hawaiian Language Month). This celebration will offer guests and locals opportunities to engage with authentic Hawaiian language and cultural practices. The resort’s Hookumu event celebrates Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, demonstrating commitment to preserving Hawaiian culture and language Visitors […]
Enhanced Financial Assistance Now Available for Maui First-Time Home Purchasers
The Hale Kama’Aina mortgage assistance program has expanded its benefits to make homeownership more accessible for first-time buyers on Maui. These enhanced incentives aim to address the island’s ongoing housing affordability challenges. New incentives added to existing Hale Kama’Aina program to reduce financial barriers for local first-time homebuyers Program expansion comes as Maui continues to […]
January Housing Market Shows Maui Home Values Reach New High of $1.4M
The median price for single-family homes on Maui climbed to $1.4 million in January 2026, reflecting continued upward pressure in the island’s real estate market. Single-family home prices hit a median of $1.4 million, marking another milestone in Maui’s escalating housing costs The price increase impacts both local residents seeking homeownership and the broader rental […]
Historic Low Mortgage Rates Create New Opportunities for Maui Property Investment
Mortgage rates have reached their lowest point in three years, potentially making Maui real estate more accessible for both local residents and investors looking to enter the vacation rental market. Interest rates hit a three-year low, reducing monthly mortgage payments for potential Maui property buyers Lower financing costs could increase demand for Maui real estate, […]
Maui Property Owners See Relief as Home Equity Borrowing Costs Drop Again
Home equity line of credit rates continue falling this week, offering better financing opportunities for Maui homeowners looking to renovate, invest in vacation rental properties, or access their home’s equity. HELOC rates dropped for another consecutive week, making it cheaper for Maui homeowners to borrow against their property equity Lower borrowing costs could benefit vacation […]