How Taking Care on Maui Makes for a More Meaningful Vacation
Sponsored by The Maui Visitors and Convention Bureau
Jun 1, 2021
Courtesy of Hawaiian Tourism Authority
What is malama? Tap into the Hawaiian heritage of respecting the earth and culture for a life-affirming trip to Mauiâfilled with natural beauty, fascinating history, local character, and more. share this article
The Hawaiian ancestral term
malama means to care for or nurture. Itâs a concept thatâs never gone out of style on the idyllic island of Mauiâin fact, itâs a way of life hereâand the chance to take part ensures a journey here is great in more ways than one. The islandâs inhabitants have taken great lengths to protect the natural environs over the centuries, and today encourage visitors as well to join them in cultivating a compassionate way of travel. Embedded in the idea is a stewardship of the hallowed ground for future generations to enjoy.
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Create a haku lei that’s uniquely yours using flowers and foliage from your garden.
Feb 17, 2021
laua‘e,
kupukupu and
palapalai ferns, allspice, red and green ti leaves, Song of India leaves, carnations, baby’s breath, fuchsia bougainvillea, red ‘
awapuhi (ginger), roses and other flowers and foliage I don’t know the names of.
I’m gathering materials to make
a haku lei, a lei commonly worn on the head (
lei po‘o), at a workshop led by Elvrine Chow of Heavenly Hakus and author of the book “Heavenly Hakus Kaua‘i.” The workshop is hosted by Hawaiian Artisans at Coconut Marketplace in Kapa‘a on Kauaʻi.