Posts Tagged “maui”

Farms on Maui: A World of Diversity

By | January 4, 2012

Farms on Maui: Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm

If you’re visiting Hawaii, explore the many farms on Maui, which offer unique looks at Maui-grown food on the slopes of Haleakala.

Learn more about Shim’s Coffee Farm, Ali’i Kula Lavender Farm, and the Surfing Goat Dairy.

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Recommended Hawaii Coffee

By | October 31, 2011

Mr. Shims Coffee Farm and Maui Food Tour

Many do not know it, but Hawaii is the only state that grows coffee. It is such a luxury to buy locally grown coffee from one of the many farms on the Big Island, Kauai, or Maui. The rich volcanic soil is the ideal growing climate for local farmers to cultivate their crops and come [...]

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10 Reasons To Choose a Guided Road to Hana Tour

By | September 13, 2011

Discover Hawaii Tours: Aerial View of Road to Hana

10 Reasons To Choose a Guided Road to Hana Tour 1. Go Sightseeing, Not Driving. Our seasoned, expert drivers will safely navigate nearly 70 miles of winding road, populated with over 600 curves and 50 single-lane bridges. Yup, that’s the Road to Hana! You wouldn’t want to spend your time staring at the road ahead [...]

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Visit the Kaupo Store in Maui

By | July 29, 2011

Discover Hawaii Tours - Kaupo Store of Maui

A great thing about traveling is seeing unique places. While Hawaii is known for its gorgeous beaches and roaring waterfalls, not much mention is generally given to some of the unique stores here in the islands. And they don’t get much more unique than the Kaupo Store on Maui. Located past the town of Hana, [...]

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Ulupalakua Ranch

By | July 18, 2011

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One of the greatest hidden secrets in Maui is Ulupalakua Ranch. Founded in 1845, this 20,000 acre ranch is Maui’s second largest cattle ranch on Maui. While the land was originally used to grow sugarcane, it was also a favorite vacation spot for the last King of Hawaii, King Kalakaua. Today, visitors stop at the [...]

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