Maui Fires - One Year On

What’s New on ‘The Valley Isle’

Travellers are encouraged to visit with respect through new Mālama Hawai‘i experiences.

A year on from the Hawai‘i wildfires (8th August 2023) that devastated Lāhainā in West Maui, the outpouring of support from around the world is still felt and has been deeply appreciated by islanders, who open their hearts and warmly welcome travellers to their island again.

“The best way to support Maui's recovery is for travellers to visit” says Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA). “Maui’s economy depends on a robust visitor industry and there is still plenty to see and do that is away from the fire-affected areas of Lāhainā Town. Maui is ready to welcome travellers, however, they are urged to be especially respectful and mindful.”

Visitors are invited to experience Hawai‘is beauty and culture by embracing the Hawaiians' deep commitment to Mālama, meaning ‘to care for and give back’. This can be done in the following ways:

• Visit with aloha, compassion and empathy

• Support local businesses, visit www.mauinuifirst.com for suggestions

• Mālama Maui through volunteer tourism and community based experiences

The Mālama Hawai‘i program encourages travellers to visit with compassion and includes unique ways to connect with the land and culture, creating an enriching experience for all. Find out how you can get involved with volunteer community programs from beach cleans and reforestation projects to helping at animal shelters or organic farms providing food parcels for families affected by the fires: https://www.goHawaii.com/islands/maui/Malama-maui/voluntourism 

Planning a trip to Maui? Check out these new hotels and experiences for 2024:

Hotel Wailea, Hawai‘i’s only Relais & Châteaux property, has unveiled the Land, Sea, Air Exclusive Experience, which  captures the best of Maui in three unique ways. Take a ’57 Porsche 356 Speedster repro for a spin around the island, set sail on an intimate two-hour sunset cruise on a  Columbia 57’ Sailing Yacht or experience a helicopter flight along the north coast of Maui for bird’s-eye views of the coastline waterfalls and jagged cliffs before landing in the Hana Rainforest for a champagne picnic. https://www.hotelwailea.com/exclusive-offers/land-sea-air/

Tour of the Stars at Hyatt Regency Maui is out of this world! Led by Astronomy Director Eddie  Mahoney, experience a night of Maui stargazing from the rooftop. The astronomy program runs nightly: 8pm, 9pm, 10pm, or 11pm. Astrophotography Workshops are by request. https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US/oggrm-hyatt-regency-maui-resort-and-spa/events-and-attractions?id=25702c4a-b133-317f-adaf-aae95bd9f170 

Maui Coast Hotel Unveils Kai Tower Renovations  - Maui Coast Hotel, which has been a cornerstone of Kīhei in South Maui since 1992, has unveiled its new 162-room brand-new Kai Tower. In addition to the sleek and modern rooms and suites there’s a new pool deck with a lavish infinity pool, private cabanas and food truck serving local fare. Set perfectly just steps from the white sands of Kamaʻole Beach Park it's perfectly placed for snorkelling, swimming, surfing, or golf mauicoasthotel.com

Haleakalā Private Tour Includes Crafting Your Own Lei - Unique Maui Tours has launched Haleakalā & Hawaiian Craft. Hawaiian Cultural Practitioner Nan will accompany guests on this exclusive tour and delight them with local stories and legends as they visit Haleakalā National Park. After enjoying the breathtaking 360° views from this sacred place, guests will settle down for a picnic lunch, and create their own keepsake—a traditional Hawaiian tī leaf lei. Offered every Monday. To book call (844) 550-6284 or visit www.uniquemauitours.com 

Tales of the Kapa Moe - Luxury Lūʻau and Dinner Show - The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua is delighted to showcase its latest offering, Tales of the Kapa Moe, a brand-new lūʻau and dinner show. This one-of-a-kind feast immerses guests in a magical journey through Hawaii's captivating stories, culture and traditions. Located in the newly renovated Aloha Garden Pavilion, it showcases authentic Hawaiian chanting and hula, beautifully handmade costumes, an aerial performance, and a dramatic fire knife dance. www.ritzcarltonmauiluau.com

For more information about Maui and to plan your visit go to

https://www.gohawaii.com/islands/maui

www.hawaiitourismauthority.org/maui-recovery 

www.mauinuistrong.info