Maui

The island of Maui is, in a word, paradise, offering lush jungles, enormous volcanoes, and, of course, stunning beaches. It’s also, however, quite massive, clocking in as the second largest Hawaiian island at a whopping 735 square miles. So if you’re scratching your head on exactly where to stay in Maui to provide the best base camp for your adventure’s on the island, we’ve rounded up the 6 best towns—and hotels—to make the most of your time in paradise.

Driving the incredible Road to Hana is a not-to-be-missed experience while you’re in Maui. It can, however, take a little bit of legwork—from renting a pricey rental car to mustering up the courage to take on this famously windy road (with a whopping 46 one-way bridges!). So if you, instead, want someone else to sit in the driver’s seat (quite literally!), consider going on a tour of the Road to Hana, where all you need to do is sit back and enjoy island time. Here’s five of the best Road to Hana tours, so you can check this epic experience off your Maui bucket list in comfort!

If you’re planning a trip to Maui, you’ve probably booked your airfare, your accommodations… but what about a car? Do you need a rental car in Maui? If you’re having a hard time deciding whether it’s worth the cost or not, keep on reading to find out exactly what kind of travelers absolutely need to have a rental car on Maui—and which ones do not.

If you’re headed to Maui in winter, you’re in luck- it just so happens to be one of the best places to see humpback whales!  But with so many whale watching tours to choose from, it can be overwhelming to pick which one is worth your time and money. Here’s everything you need to know about the best whale watching tours in Maui for ecoconscious travelers.

With seemingly endless outdoor adventures to be had in Maui (snorkeling! hiking! respectfully stalking whales!), it can be hard to know where to spend your time on the island. While you’ll only be able to scratch the surface during a single visit, here’s a Maui itinerary for 8 days on the island- plus suggestions if you have less time!- to squeeze in as much adventure as you possibly can.

Black sand beaches have long fascinated travelers, thanks to their rare and mysterious beauty. Honokalani Beach on Maui is no exception- it’s an absolute must-see stop along the famed Road to Hana. If you’re looking to experience some of Hawaii’s otherworldly beauty, look no further- here’s everything you need to know about visiting Honokalani Beach, the most beautiful black sand beach on Maui.