Hawaii's largest island is big on inspiration. Putting the power of nature on display, it's the perfect backdrop and place to celebrate the power of love in
Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen announced that West Maui north of Lahaina from Kahana to Kā‘anapali fully reopened on November 1, 2023. Following discussions with the mayor’s Lahaina advisory team, the American Red Cross, other partners, and the community, West Maui continues to reopen after the August wildfires that burned 2,200 acres, killing 97 people and destroying more than 2,200 structures in the historic and culturally significant town.
Regardless of Americans' age, they all agree the number one reason they want to travel in 2024 is to rest and recharge. In a recent study, 55% of Gen Z, 60% of millennials, 68% of Gen X, and 67% of boomers say that vacation time is time to rejuvenate, refresh, and re-energize. When it comes to travel, what else are the generations agreeing on?
Everywhere you turn in Hawaii is paradise. However, on Oahu's Waikiki Beach, there is a new slice of paradise that is utter heaven. It’s a stunning open-air 12,000 square-foot space directly on the golden sands of the Pacific Ocean with epic views of Diamond Head and the sunset. It offers delectable food from the founder of Hawaii regional cuisine, iconic cocktails, and local craft brews in a fun and joyful environment. It's the warm, welcoming Aloha Spirit in physical form. It's Monkeypod Kitchen's newest location.
55% of Americans said they travel to learn something new about a place, culture, or history. So perhaps it is not a surprise that over one million people visit The Polynesian Cultural Center on Oahu a year, voted the top thing to do in Hawaii.