In an age when culturally appropriate tourism is so important, it's great to see Ka’anapali Beach Hotel leveraging what they've always been good at: being “Hawa’i’s most Hawaiian hotel.” KBH, as locals affectionately call the resort, has had a cultural education program for guests, long before it got trendy. Their Po’okela program was started by general manager Mike White, who … [Read more...] about Maui Staycation: Ka’anapali Beach Hotel, West Maui
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Kauluhiwaolele Maui Fiber Arts Conference at Kaanapali Beach Hotel
The Kauluhiwaolele Maui Fiber Arts Conference is happening at Kaanapali Beach Hotel on Wednesday, September 4th. During the conference, over 150 students will learn traditional Hawaiian weaving techniques including hala, ʻieʻie, koko puʻupuʻu, and ‘upena. Taught by 20 Native Hawaiian practitioners, the event is a celebration of ancestral tradition and art. Go online for more … [Read more...] about Kauluhiwaolele Maui Fiber Arts Conference at Kaanapali Beach Hotel
New Shuttle Launches at Outlets of Maui
A new shopping shuttle at the Outlets of Maui was launched with an April 16 blessing at the 150,000-square-foot open-air shopping and dining destination in Lahaina. The new shuttle service will serve passengers between Ka‘anapali and Lahaina. “As Outlets of Maui prides itself in offering guests a pleasant experience, we are pleased to offer a daily shuttle service making it … [Read more...] about New Shuttle Launches at Outlets of Maui
Hula O Na Keiki at Ka’anapali Beach Hotel
Hula O Na Keiki is happening at Ka’anapali Beach Hotel on Friday, November 9th and Saturday, November 10th. This two-day annual event is a complete dedication to children, Hawaiian language, and culture. On Friday, see hula students from Hawaiʻi and around the world compete in kahiko (traditional) and ‘auana (modern) style hula while learning, interpreting, and performing a … [Read more...] about Hula O Na Keiki at Ka’anapali Beach Hotel
Ola I Ka Pu Hala Weaving Conference at Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel
The Ola I Ka Pu Hala Weaving Conference will be at Kaanapali Beach Hotel from Wednesday, October 17th until Saturday, October 20th. This inaugural Maui event is a complete dedication to Hawaiian weaving. Led by master weaver Pohaku Kaho‘ohanohano, and Hawaiian cultural resource specialist Gayle Miyaguchi, master weavers from all over Hawai‘i will share their expertise during … [Read more...] about Ola I Ka Pu Hala Weaving Conference at Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel