News on Maui

Maui: Is There Anything Left to Discover?

2010-03-04T16:30:16Z

<div><p>With two million visitors a year, you'd expect this Hawaiian isle to have been thoroughly combed over. But just 25 percent of the land is inhabited or developed . . . so surely a surprise or two yet lurks."<br /><br />They've ruined the place. It's gone," the man says. He's sitting at the next booth; he has crisply parted black hair and is speaking with authority to a woman whose nose is deep into a cup of coffee. I'm in my local coffee shop in midtown Chile's massive earthquake led to the evacuation of thousands of people but caused little damage.</p><p>President Barack Obama's native state sounded tsunami sirens for the first time in 16 years from early in the morning, with authorities flying small planes to remote areas t...

Small tsunami hits Hawaii as thousands flee

2010-02-27T16:15:44Z

<div><p>Thousands of Hawaiians fled Saturday as Chile's massive earthquake triggered a tsunami warning, although many breathed relief as the first waves turned out to be small.</p><p>President Barack Obama's native state sounded tsunami sirens for the first time in 16 years from early in the morning, with authorities flying small planes to remote areas to warn coastal residen...

AOL co-founder to be chairman of Exclusive Resorts

2010-02-22T09:16:44Z

<div id="subtitle">AOL co-founder to be chairman of luxury vacation club Exclusive Resorts</div><div><p>AOL co-founder Steve Case was named chairman of Exclusive Resorts LLC, a luxury vacation membership club.</p><p>Case, who is the majority ow...

The Story of Kaho'olawe

2010-02-22T12:55:37Z

You?re probably familiar with the major Hawaiian islands, like Maui the big island, but did you know that there are actually many other islands in the Hawaiian islands chain? In fact, there are a total of eight that are recognized as the main islands in the Hawaiian Islands, and many other smaller uninhabited pieces of land.<br><br>Kaho'olawe is the smallest of t...

Beach Rentals On Magical Maui

2010-02-22T15:36:37Z

Sun kissed, magical Maui. Named for a Hawaiian god who lassoed the sun so it would take longer to cross the sky, this island paradise is just the right mix of civilization and Mother Nature's beauty. Warm ocean waters tempt snorkelers with the promise of colorful reef fish. Humpback whales, annual visitors from November to April, can be seen from the shoreline as they dance in the waves. Stretches of white sand invite strolls in the moonlight.<br...

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2010-01-16T17:16:52Z

Ashley Tisdale leaving Byron & Tracey salon with her dog Maui Los Angeles, California - 16.01.10

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2010-01-16T17:16:51Z

Ashley Tisdale leaving Byron & Tracey salon with her dog Maui Los Angeles, California - 16.01.10

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Plan Your Next Family Reunion on the Island of Maui

2010-02-22T23:28:54Z

Maui is one of the most popular Hawaiian islands for travelers and tourists. When you are planning a family reunion and are looking for something a little more exciting and relaxing than a potluck at the local park, family reunions on Maui can prove to be exactly what you?ve been looking for.<br><br>There is plenty to see and do while on the island. Of all the islands, Maui, in particular, is home to small town charm and has ...

Mayors seek to keep Hawaii hotel tax revenue share

2010-02-22T23:59:06Z

<div id="subtitle">Mayors seek to hold on to their share of hotel tax revenues gov wants to keep for Hawaii</div><div><p>The mayors of Hawaii's four counties agree on one thing. They want to hold on to their share of the hotel tax.</p><p>Mayors Mufi Hannemann of Honol...

Audit: Maui Land & Pineapple's future uncertain

2010-02-23T07:52:24Z

<div id="subtitle">Audit: Maui Land &amp; Pineapple future uncertain as liabilities exceed assets by $60 million</div><div><p>Maui Land &amp; Pineapple Co. says its auditors have found the company's liabilities exceed its assets by more than $60 million, raising doubts about its ...

Maui Land fieldworkers pick last pineapples

2010-02-23T11:29:32Z

<div id="subtitle">Maui Land fieldworkers pick final pineapples as company shuts down farming operations</div><div><p>Fieldworkers at Hawaii's last major pineapple plantation have picked their last crop.</p><p>Maui Land and Pineapple Co. shut down its century-old agricultur...

Magazine says Hawaii is best state destination

2010-02-23T12:02:22Z

<div id="subtitle">Travel Weekly readers say Hawaii is best state destination; Maui also honored</div><div><p>The Hawaii Tourism Authority has announced Hawaii has been chosen by Travel Weekly as the winner in the Best U.S. State Destination category for its seventh annual Reader...

ashley tisdale shopping

2009-12-19T17:16:07Z

Ashley Tisdale goes shopping at Studio City with her dog Maui Los Angeles, California, USA - 19.12.09

FAA inspector injured in Maui chopper accident

2010-02-23T14:57:47Z

<div id="subtitle">FAA safety inspector, pilot injured when helicopter makes emergency landing on Maui</div><div><p>A Federal Aviation Administration safety inspector and a helicopter tour pilot are recovering from non-life-threatening injuries after mechanical problems forced the aircraft to make an emergenc...

Travel Trip Snuba Diving

2009-12-14T07:45:46Z

This photo taken in 2008 shows a green turtle greeting Snuba guests at Molokini Crater near Kihei, Maui. (AP Photo/Snuba international, Inc)

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ashley tisdale shops 2

2009-12-11T17:17:16Z

Ashley Tisdale takes her dog Maui while out shopping at Juicy Couture in Beverly Hills Los Angeles, California - 10.12.09

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Haleakala in Hawaii picked as solar telescope site

2010-02-23T17:53:00Z

<div id="subtitle">National Science Foundation picks Hawaii mountain as site for world's largest solar telescope</div><div><p>The National Science Foundation has picked Maui's Haleakala mountaintop as the site for the world's largest solar optical telescope.</p&g...

Hawaii foreclosures up 122 percent in November

2010-02-23T17:59:27Z

<div id="subtitle">Hawaii foreclosures up 122 percent in November over same month last year</div><div><p>A real estate research firm counted 875 foreclosure-related filings throughout Hawaii in November.</p><p>Foreclosure listing firm RealtyTrac said Thursday that the figure represented a 122 percent increase...

Planning a Maui Destination Wedding

2010-02-23T18:10:37Z

Maui destination weddings are a great way to celebrate your big day. With the beautiful scenery Maui has to offer, you can be sure that your wedding will be a memorable occasion for everyone who is lucky to share the day with you. Wedding planners can help you make arrangements in order to have a successful wedding in the Maui vacation paradise. If you're considering a destination wedding, Maui is a great option.<br><br>Have ...