Maui tips
January 14th, 2008 by jamie a
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One of the things that makes Hawaii so distinctive compared to the rest of the United States is its strikingly colorful plant life. Especially when trekking off to the islands from a gray winter back home, be sure to savor the lush foliage that surrounds you in Hawaii.
One of Hawaii’s most beloved flowers is the , the state flower of the islands. In colors of white, yellow, orange, or red and endless combinations, you don’t have to search very much to find these blossoms. Hawaiians love to use these flowers as a part of their local landscapes.
There’s also plentiful amounts of , out of which Hawaii has created an industry. In endless arrays of color combinations, many Hawaiians collect orchids and possess many rare varieties.
If you’ve never seen a , Hawaii also cultivates these beauties for creating stunning landscapes. With vibrant red, pink, white, purple, and yellows, ginger plants are another Hawaiian treasure. For example Shell Ginger is called ‘Awapuhi-’luheluhe,’ which means “dropping ginger,” and describes how the plant blooms and then spills downward.
And last, but not least, are the flowering vines of the islands. There’s the variety, which encompass many unusual blossoms and provide fruit juice. There are also many varieties of the , , and the glory bush, which all cover the trees and the land with beautiful color and texture.
Be sure and bring your camera for all your jaunts out to see the flora and fauna of Hawaii, as I’m sure you’ll find inspiration in all the colors and varieties of plant life.
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December 17th, 2007 by susan j
Waimoku Falls Trail
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Guided tours and travel packages are great for helping you cover a lot of territory in a short time, but sometimes it can be worthwhile to spend a few days exploring places and people that are a little further off the well-beaten path. Here are some of our tips for discovering Maui’s hidden gems and soaking up the local flavor.
- Explore local events like Haiku Hoolaulea, the Kapalua Festival of the Arts, and the International Festival of Canoes.
- See colorful Protea, orchids, and Birds of Paradise at the Kula Botanical Garden.
- Spend a day wine tasting at and try the pineapple wine.
- Take a hike to the stunning 400-ft. Waimoku Falls past Hana.
- Dress warmly and watch the sunrise from the top of Haleakala Crater.
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December 11th, 2007 by susan j
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Sheila over at Go Visit Hawaii recently blogged about . She offers some great suggestions, including visiting the or the , so be sure to check it out before your next trip to Maui!
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December 6th, 2007 by susan j
Sunset in Lahaina
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Though Maui is known for its sunny climate and gorgeous beaches, there is more to the island than sun and surfing. In fact, (pronounced lah-HIGH-nah) was once the capital of Hawai’i and still maintains much of its rich culture and history. Here’s a quick overview of Lahaina’s fascinating history.
Lahaina, which means “cruel sun,” . By the mid nineteenth century, Lahaina had as many as 1,500 sailors in port. Perhaps most famous of those sailors was Herman Melville, who chronicled the period in the novel, Moby Dick.
The whaling town served as the center of government for nearly fifty year until the mid-1800s, when the capital was relocated to its present location in on the island of (pronounced oh-AH-hoo). In 1893, American settlers overthrew Hawai’i’s constitutional monarchy. became the 50th state admitted to the United States in 1959.
Lahaina features attractions including , the , and the . For more on Lahaina, check out this . Happy travels!
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November 29th, 2007 by susan j
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November 7th, 2007 by susan j
This brief overview of Maui’s Baldwin Home comes courtesy of our Hawaii Destination Manager, Kathy Stafford:
Dwight Baldwin, a Christian minister, traveled to Hawaii to be a priest at Lahaina’s oldest church, Wainee Church. In 1830 Dwight Baldwin and his new bride came to the island of Maui, from Durham, Connecticut. Dr. Baldwin gave up his family’s wealth to live a more humble life on Maui.
Some of the roles that Dwight Baldwin took were as Doctor, Veterinarian, Dentist, and Priest. When the patients didn’t have enough money they would pay Dr. Baldwin with arts, furniture, and other possessions. When Dwight Baldwin came to Hawaii he came with very little furniture, all the furniture in his home were all made from resources or as gifts from patients. The minimum amount of money that the Baldwin family made in a month was $100.00. Dwight Baldwin learned to speak the Hawaiian language, and used some of the Hawaiian medicines.
The Baldwins moved into their Lahaina home in 1838, and lived there for 33 years. The walls were made out of coral, stone, and hand-hewn timbers which were 2 feet thick. The second floor wasn’t added until 1840 after they had 6 children, they did have eight but two of them died before the age 3. Since the Baldwin house was a Christian house, Mr. Baldwin believed that their doors should resemble Christianity, so the doors all had a cross on it. People say that “he was a man of natural talents,” and that he didn’t just prosper himself, but he prospered others. Dwight Baldwin helped the Hawaiians in many ways. For example, he healed the Hawaiians from their illnesses, cared for them, and respected them, and soon after he gained their respect.
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October 8th, 2007 by susan j
Like you, we at Go Maui Card are avid travelers who are always on the lookout for travel deals and new destinations to explore. That’s why we started this blog so that we could share new developments in travel, new attractions, and much more. We’d love to have your input on our blogging journey, so feel free to leave comments with suggestions, questions, and anything you’d like to see on this blog. Happy travels!
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