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What Does Maui’s Recovery Look Like? Now On-Demand

Peter Kay — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 16:41:35 +0000

The big discussion from experts from across the state of Hawaii featured on this show included: Maui Recovery Space Satelites Beam Found! Kilauea Volcano Update! Mainland vs Hawaii School Field trips 5-10 year recovery Lahaina's Graveyard Maui's Inspirational Leader? Who Wants to Visit Lahaina Here's what we covered at this show - click any link [...]

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Is Now The Right Time To Visit Maui?

Peter Kay — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 03:05:33 +0000

Is Now The Right Time To Visit Maui? A lot has been said about supporting Maui islanders in their plight to overcome the challenges brought on by one of the worst disasters in Hawaii's history. There is an emerging controversy surrounding the idea of whether one should visit Maui in a typical vacation setting [...]

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We’re Still In Shock Over Maui Lahaina Fires

Peter Kay — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 06:01:23 +0000

Mahalo For Your Prayers Regarding the Maui Lahaina Fires So many of you have reached out and asked about how we are all doing. Mahalo nui loa (thank you very much) for your concerns. Though we're based out of Oahu and far away from the tragic Lahaina destruction, our hearts go out to the countless [...]

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Where are the Best Places to Eat in Maui?

Peter Kay — Tue, 27 Sep 2022 15:58:29 +0000

Where are the Best Places to Eat in Maui? When I go on a trip, I plan what I'm going to eat each day every bit as much as I plan what I'm going to do and where I will go. Getting the local view on best places to eat is a must. Join us [...]

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What Are The Best Shopping Areas on Maui?

Peter Kay — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:58:27 +0000

What Are The Best Shopping Areas on Maui? It's always fun to buy a piece of Maui and bring it back home and so we asked the locals about where to go. Join us on this clip where our regular co-host Heidi Dollinger and special guest and Maui blogger Liza Pierce, author of "Maui 2021 [...]

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What’s the Expert Advice on Where to Stay in Maui?

Peter Kay — Tue, 30 Aug 2022 15:58:27 +0000

What's the Expert Advice on Where to Stay in Maui? Where would locals tell you to stay when visiting Maui? Join us on this clip where our regular co-host Heidi Dollinger and special guest and Maui blogger Liza Pierce, author of "Maui 2021 and Beyond" talk about different districts and options to consider when staying [...]

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When Is The Best Time For You To Visit Maui?

Peter Kay — Tue, 16 Aug 2022 15:58:27 +0000

When Is The Best Time For You To Visit Maui? First, let's be clear - it's always a great time to come to Hawaii! However, everyone has different preferences and so there may be some times that are better than others for you. Join us on this clip where our regular co-host Heidi Dollinger and [...]

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Living on Maui – 2 Kids, 2 Jobs, Online Dad, Mom Teaching

Peter Kay — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 16:10:16 +0000

This is a photo of the West Maui Mountains. There always seems to be rain clouds above them, and it makes for some consistent rainbows. Maui is, to me, the best place to live in the Hawaiian Islands. Brian wrote me below, and told me just about everything I would have asked, so I'll be [...]

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Maui Organic Food Shop – Mana Foods!

Peter Kay — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 01:10:01 +0000

Living on Maui is a dream existence. If you can afford it, you should go and see if this is your brand of paradise too. Everyone I ever knew that went to Maui - loved it. It isn't a place for young people into partying so much, but for someone that wants to live out [...]

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Ouch! Lahaina, Maui Shark Bite

Peter Kay — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 01:02:12 +0000

A sixteen year old girl was bitten by a shark off the west coast of Maui in front of Hololani Resort and suffered a 5 inch gash on her calf. Beaches were closed for the day. This location is exactly where I used to do some spearfishing years ago. I have never seen a shark [...]

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A Couple Living on Maui on $35,000 Per Year?

Peter Kay — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:57:12 +0000

Here is an email with questions about moving to Maui... and my response below: ***** Aloha I read your book (so much great information) I still have some questions regarding affordability to live in Maui. Well, me and my husband we are 35 years old with no kids. Currently live in Houston TX. I work [...]

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Maui Beach Sunset

Peter Kay — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 19:22:27 +0000

While living on Maui I logged quite a few Maui beach sunsets all over the island, not necessarily where I had a straight shot to see the sun. The sky changes all over the island, so it's always a special time to be at the beach and watching the waves as ambient light fades. I [...]

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Lahaina Produce on Maui – Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

Peter Kay — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 03:09:49 +0000

I lucked into this video while searching Youtube for something interesting about Hawaii. It's great - she finds rambutans at the Lahaina Produce market (LahainaProduce.com) over by the Pu'ukolii Sugar Train Station. Rambutans are one of the most delicious fruits in the world. I have trouble deciding which is best - rambutan, dragon fruit, or [...]

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What is Lahaina, Maui Like?

Peter Kay — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 07:07:14 +0000

Maui is my favorite island. When I move back to Hawaii, it will likely be to Maui because it has the best of everything. The scenery is breathtaking. The air quality is great. Contrast that with Big Island and Oahu - Waikiki area, where the air is sometimes worse than mainland cities. The beaches are [...]

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Best Place to Live on Maui?

Peter Kay — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 04:31:46 +0000

As part of the "Best Place to Live in Hawaii" series I'm running through the islands and revealing my own personal preference for the best place to live on each Hawaiian island. Where is the best place to live on Maui?Where to live on my favorite island in the Hawaiian chain of islands is a [...]

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Papalaua State Wayside Park in West Maui, Hawaii

Peter Kay — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 03:08:35 +0000

It might have been this park that started my unholy obsession with hiking and climbing. I lived on Maui for over a year while working for a Maui resort management firm in Lahaina. I lived in Kahana, and I got a lot of days off and free time. Every chance I could, I got my [...]

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Living in Maui Ohana – Vern Lovic’s House

Peter Kay — Fri, 21 May 2010 02:28:48 +0000

Back in 2003-2004 Vern Lovic was living in a very, very small place on the island of Maui - and it was still $1100 per month. It was an Ohana - mother-in-law style cottage which is like saying a small building away from the main house. This house was only about 400 square feet and [...]

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Maui’s Coolest Run (to the Sun) Cancelled

Peter Kay — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 02:47:54 +0000

Maui had an annual run up the 10,000 foot volcano, Haleakala that was grueling and only for masochists apparently.Who can run 36.2+ miles up a hill? An entire marathon running up a hill? I've driven up that road to the top of Haleakala probably two dozen times. It's an awesome drive. I've seen thousands of [...]

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