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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Councilmembers’ Day Off: Majority of voting members absent for Infrastructure and Environmental Management Committee meeting
The Infrastructure and Environmental Management Committee meeting on Monday, Sept. 17, began with a lecture. “I’ve had numerous meetings that we could not deliberate and do the work of this community due to lack of quorum,” Committee Chair Elle Cochran announced after taking roll and marking Councilmembers Don Guzman, Riki Hokama, and Mike White with […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2018: Best Buffet on Maui: Kaanapali Beach Hotel
BEST BUFFET KA’ANAPALI BEACH HOTEL The Tiki Terrace at the Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel is legendary for their buffet, and readers of MauiTime recognize real. The breakfast buffet is filled with every selection you’d want to start your day off, and something to please every person in your party: juice, tea, coffee; local Maui fruits; eggs, […]
Maui County Council Chair Mike White will NOT seek reelection this year
Yep, Maui County Council Chair Mike White just pulled a Paul Ryan and announced that he’s calling it quits this year as a Maui County elected official. “After much thought and contemplation, I have decided that I will not be seeking re-election to the Maui County Council in 2018 and will retire at the end […]
Maui Hawaiian Steel Guitar Festival
The Maui Hawaiian Steel Guitar Festival will take place from Friday, April 13 to Sunday, April 15. There will be jam sessions, workshops, a vintage steel guitar exhibit, silent auction and ho‘olaule‘a activities. Events will take place at the Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel and Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center. Go online for a full list of events. Free. Schedule: […]
Kika Kila: How Geri Valdriz helps keep the fire burning for steel guitars
Growing up on Oahu in the 1960s and ‘70s, Geri Valdriz and his friends listened to the blues. “In my generation, that’s the kind of music we listened to–we never played Hawaiian music,” he told me recently. Then he started reading interviews of his favorite blues artists, and was surprised to find them citing […]
Here’s how you can celebrate Valentine’s Day 2018 Maui-style
Are you ready for Valentine’s Day? Don’t stress because we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re part of a couple lovin’ it up, a single on the mingle or you just don’t care, please check out these Valentine’s Days happenings on Maui and celebrate LOVE! QUEEN KA‘AHUMANU CENTER – Until Wed. Feb 14. It’s the […]
Maui County Council is on verge of making Kaanapali public beach access parking even worse
There’s a lot of garbage on social media these days, but one of the best things I’ve seen lately is the Access Denied! Surf? Fish? Dive group on Facebook. Here, Westside residents and activists like Kai Nishiki and Randy Draper post photos, videos and information about their fights to stop big resorts from encroaching on […]
2018 Maui New Year’s Events
Ring in the new year in classic Maui style, with festive dinners, booming fireworks, rockin’ parties and live entertainment. Hau‘oli Makahiki Hou! MONTAGE KAPALUA BAY – Until Sun. Dec 31. The Champagne Hale at the Cliff House will offer a Holiday pop-up bar and lounge Dec. 28-31 from 4-8pm. Guests will experience the finest […]
Hula O Na Keiki at Ka`anapali Beach Hotel
The 27th annual Hula O Na Keiki will take place at the Ka`anapali Beach Hotel on Friday, Nov. 10 and Saturday, Nov. 11. It’s Maui’s sole keiki-only hula competition and is for dancers ages 5-17. See kahiko and auana hula styles, cultural displays and workshops. $6-$25. Friday: Continuous Entertainment 9am-4pm, Keiki Competition 4:30-9pm; Saturday: Keiki […]
Annual Richard Ho`opi`i Leo Ki`eki`e Falsetto Contest at Ka`anapali Beach Hotel
The 16th annual Richard Ho`opi`i Leo Ki`eki`e Falsetto Contest will be at Ka`anapali Beach Hotel on Saturday, Sept. 16. As part of the Festivals of Aloha, this year’s falsetto contest is themed Aloha ka Ho`i a ka Holokahiki–”Beloved is the sailors return home as they join in the celebration of the return of Hokule`a and […]
First Na Hale O Maui Golf Tournament raises $30,000 for Maui affordable homes
The first Na Hale O Maui Golf Tournament raised $30,000 to support the construction of 12 new permanently affordable homes in Lahaina. The tournament–hosted by Discovery Land–was held July 16 at the Makena Golf & Beach Club. The new three- and four-bedroom homes will benefit low and moderate-income island families; families that work and/or live in […]