Oct 2, 2012 | The Road To Hana, Tips and Essential Blog
Off of Haneoo Road is the beautiful Koki Beach, a beach that is not safe for swimming but has a beautiful view. Right off the coast, you can see Alau Island, a small island crowned with coconut palms. The trees were planted to commemorate a father’s loss of...
Oct 1, 2012 | The Road To Hana, Tips and Essential Blog
The residents of Keanae Peninsula practice sustainable taro farming just like the ancient Hawaiians. Over 180 taro fields are in prduction in Keanae. Taro is one of the most nourishing foods in the world, and the root can be pounded into poi, a staple Hawaiian...
Sep 29, 2012 | red sand beach, The Road To Hana, Tips and Essential Blog
One of Hana’s many hidden treasures is Kaihalulu Red Sand Beach. This beach is stunning, with black lava rock and blue water contrasting with fiery red sand. However, this destination is not for everyone for a couple of reasons. One, the hike down to the...
Sep 28, 2012 | The Road To Hana, Tips and Essential Blog
To many, Hana seems to be a place removed form time. It is said to be the last undeveloped area in Maui, and Hana has been continuously inhabited for the last 1,000 years by locals who take a fierce pride in their Hawaiian heritage. Hana is very special to all...
Sep 26, 2012 | The Road To Hana, Tips and Essential Blog
The phrase “pua’a ka’a” means “rolling pigs”, and this state park is named for the animal first introduced to Hawaii by British settlers in the 1800s. Unfortunately, these pigs, although intended to be a food source, had a wildly...
Sep 20, 2012 | The Road To Hana, Tips and Essential Blog
Hawaiian legend says Hana was the birthplace of the demigod Maui, who was born a mortal, then raised by the gods when his mother sent him into the sea during a time of famine. he returned to Hana with powers granted to him by the god of the waters. It is said Maui...
