Sail Maui Blog
Hawai’i Declares a Climate Emergency
Change is in the air This year as we come to the “tail end” of whale season, we’re hopeful that some really positive change is in the air. Hawai’i is the first state to declare a Climate Emergency, officially acknowledging the crisis we collectively face....
Quarantine Watch List
Stuck inside wishing you were someplace tropical? We understand. We might be stranded in paradise, but believe us when we say that we're missing sailing the coastline and lounging on the beach as much as anyone. Luckily here in Hawaii we can still access the ocean,...
A Message to our Ohana
At Sail Maui we like to take a positive tone, and this pandemic is no exception. While what’s happening in our world is unnerving, we know it’s important to be mindful, helpful, and encouraging. Our hearts go out to those directly impacted by Covid-19, and to all of...
The Perfect Maui Halloween
Celebrate the Perfect Maui Halloween Island Style We have a saying on island, Maui No Ka Oi. For those of you who aren't familiar with the adage, it means Maui is the Best. There are more reasons than we can name in one single post why Maui blows pretty much...
Beyond Blessed
Maui is one of those special places that leaves you with a certain feeling of awe. Whether you’ve spent a lifetime on the island or you’re here for the very first time, there’s always those moments where it completely takes your breath away. It’s not just the sunsets...
Sail Maui Featured in Washington Post!
Washington Post Shares the Stoke We relish good feedback. Trip Advisor, Facebook, Yelp, you name it, we're stoked each and every time we get a 5 star review. We love what we do and our guests that make it possible, so it's important to us that we do a good job. There...
Best in Class – Travel Mag Feature
Travel Mag names our Lahaina Champagne Sunset Sail as one of the best sunset cruises on Maui. Taken from their original post, you can find the article here and view their other top picks as well. Part of the Hawaiian archipelago in the Central Pacific, the...
Maui’s Best Instagram Accounts
Bummed you can’t spend 365 days a year soaking up the sunshine and scenery of Maui? No worries! We’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite island Instagram accounts so you can get your vacation vibes from some of Maui’s best just by scrolling your feed.
Get Wet Sailing Review of Sail Maui
Have fun and get wet with sail maui When you join us for an afternoon sail aboard Paragon or Paragon II, there's two things you're likely to do above all else; have fun, and get wet! We really sail, and because of that we often get salt on the decks. We're proud of...
Holiday Gift Guide
Sail Maui Holiday Gift Guide While it may still be warm and sunny on Maui, we’re getting into the Holiday Spirit, and our Christmas tree won’t be the only green this year! We’ve compiled this Holiday gift guide with eco goodies sure to stoke anyone on your list!...
Tips for Driving the Road to Hana
it's all about the journey There aren’t many roads more beautiful in the world than the so-called Road to Hana. This road, also called the Hana Highway, is a 64.4-mile stretch of Hawaii Routes 36 and 360 which run along Maui’s eastern coastline. It connects the area...
THE HISTORY OF MAUI
Maui The history of Maui is complicated and punctuated by myth and legend. Tahiti migrants, Hawaiian kings and European explorers have all input, to develop a rich and well established culture that has developed over a 500 year period. Origins The name ‘Maui’ is...
PUTTING WHALES FIRST
Putting Whales First For many of us, the gorgeous Maui landscape perfectly represent an idyllic island holiday. Between the sun, sea and sand, there’s plenty to do and see on the second largest island of Hawaii. We gravitate to the exhilarating water sports, relaxing...
Maui Brewing Company
Maui Brewing Company Aloha! Let’s talk about beer. The world’s third most popular drink, losing out only to water and tea. Historians believe beer might also be the oldest drink, dating back to the earliest of times. Maui, and more specifically Lahaina, first became...
10 Fun Facts about Humpback Whales
Humpback whales are synonymous with Maui thanks to their unusually large presence in surrounding waters. An estimated 10,000 whales flock towards the great reefs of Maui to calve every year, and are enjoyed by a great many more tourists to the area. The animals have...
The Magic of Hawaiian Sea Turtles
The sacred honu When you think of ‘magical’ animals, where does your mind wander? To frosty mountains, heaps of gold, and the smouldering eyes of a dragon? Maybe you imagine a majestic Narwhal in Arctic waters, miles away from civilization; or a woolly mammoth,...
MAGICAL MOLOKINI
Molokini: If the name is unfamiliar to you, it won’t be for long. This tiny islet off the coast of Maui is one of the best spots for snorkeling and scuba diving in Hawaii, and, as Hawaii’s snorkeling and scuba scene is already top-notch, that’s saying a lot. Read on...
CATAMARANS VS. MONOHULLS
What's the difference? There are obvious differences between catamarans and monohulls. Most notably, a monohull vessel has only one hull, or main body, whereas a catamaran has two hulls. Because of these two hulls, catamarans typically stay more level than their...
Drop The Oxybenzone or Stop Swimming In Maui’s Waters
Protecting your skin, and the ocean. At Sail Maui it’s our business to be in the sun. When you’re on the water every day, it’s important to wear sunscreen. We’re all increasingly aware of the dangers of too much sun exposure and the importance of lathering up, but...
The Top Snorkel Spots on Maui
Here in Hawaii there's a saying; Maui no ka oi! It means Maui is the best, and that's certainly the case when it comes to snorkeling. The island is known for some of the best snorkeling in Hawaii, with over 30 beaches and bays that are ideal spots for a wide range...