Snorkeling Lahaina Hawaii
Snorkeling Lahaina Hawaii shot on a Monster Digital Villain Action Sport camera, edited with iMovie, February 2016
Travel Hawaii - Exploring Coastal Town of Lahaina in Maui
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Hawaii is, without a doubt,a premiere year round vacation destination.
There is much debate, depending on individual tastes, as to the best destination on the islands, but Lahaina, on the island of Maui, is a top contender.
Like most of Hawaii's cities, it is a coastal town, with ideal beaches and weather.
However, Lahaina also has a lot of historic value, having been the capital of Hawaii during the days of its monarchy.
It is also a large and frequently used port for boating and maritime activity.
People flock to Lahaina's beaches for swimming, tanning, surfing, fishing, and simply relaxing.
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Ohana Tacos, Napili-Honokowai (Lahaina), Maui, Hawaii
This is a brief view of the Ohana Tacos outlet on Lower Honoapiilani Road just up from the ABC Store and the Aston Papakea Resort. This is in a strip mall at the other end of where The Fish Market is. I liked the fish tacos here but this, as you can see, a really tiny place. A significant negative to me is a lack of a liquour license meaning no nice Mexican beer with your meal.
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Things to See in Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
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1 - Lahaina Historic Trail
What: Self-guided tour of 62 historic Lahaina sites
Where: Spread throughout 55 acres of Lahaina
When: The best time to visit is Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. This historic trail takes about an hour
Lahaina is a town of major historical significance. Once the first capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii, a busy whaling port and a plantation settlement, you can follow the Lahaina Historic Trail (Ala Moolelo O Lahaina) to walk in the footsteps of Lahaina’s past.
This self-guided tour takes you to significant sites throughout 55 acres of Lahaina, many of which have been designated National Historic Landmarks. Members of the Lahaina Restoration Foundation have worked for three decades to create the trail and preserve many of the buildings along it. They’ve also labeled dozens of historic sites with informative bronze plaques, each providing explanations about an important point of interest from Lahaina's past. Look for them around and about Front Street.
You’ll see a fascinating blend of influences covering Hawaiian history, the whaling era, the missionaries and immigrant plantation life. The Baldwin Home was the two-story house of Protestant missionaries in the mid-1830s. Hale Paahao, the “stuck-in-irons house,” was a jail for rowdy sailors in the 1850s. Structures like the Wo Hing Temple and the Lahaina Jodo Mission highlight the influences of Chinese and Japanese immigrants in Maui.
To get a historical walking guide highlighting all 62 historic sites, visit the Lahaina Visitor Center in the Old Lahaina Courthouse located between the Banyan Tree and Lahaina Harbor.
2 - Lahaina Art Galleries Maui
Lahaina has gained a reputation as a renowned art market with dozens of art galleries. Begin your art walk at the Old Jail Gallery run by the non-profit Lahaina Arts Society, home to 185 member artists. Village Galleries is Maui’s oldest gallery showcasing acclaimed local artists. For fun, check out the kinetic sculptures and pop art at the Martin Lawrence Galleries.
To experience all that Lahaina’s art scene has to offer, visit Art Night each Friday between 7pm and 10pm. Join the festivities along and around Front Street as art galleries open their doors, inviting the public to chat with artists, view their works, listen to music and celebrate the arts.
You can also discover other types of unique art in Lahaina, including ceramics, handcrafted woodwork and jewelry. This historic whaling town is also one of the world’s largest markets for scrimshaw, the whalers’ art of carving on ivory. For more unique finds, treasure hunt in Lahaina Printsellers for a collection of maps, prints and engravings from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. You’re bound to uncover the perfect Maui memento in Lahaina’s art galleries.
3 - The Banyan Tree
What: One of the country's largest banyan trees
Where: In front of the Lahaina Courthouse, adjacent to Lahaina Harbor
Cool down in the shade under one of the largest banyan trees in the United States. Imported from India and planted in front of the Lahaina Courthouse and Lahaina Harbor on 1873, this sprawling tree along Front Street is the size of an entire city block and stands more than 60-feet high. If you need to cool down a bit, you can walk for two-thirds of an acre under the shadow of its sweeping branches. Many events and art exhibits are held beneath this popular gathering place. At Art in the Park, which takes place every second and fourth weekend of the month, browse for affordable paintings, limited edition prints and a wealth of crafts under the dangling vines and twelve major trunks of this Lahaina landmark.
4 - Lahaina Jodo Mission
What: A Japanese Buddhist temple in Lahaina
Where: Located 45 minutes from Kahului Airport by car in Lahaina just off Front Street at 12 Ala Moana Street
Head west from Lahaina's Front Street toward Baby Beach and you'll discover the Lahaina Jodo Mission. Established in a private house in 1912 to propagate Buddhism in Lahaina, the temple moved to its present location in 1931. This serene destination looks and feels more like Japan than Maui and features one of the largest statues of the Buddha outside of Asia.
The mission is a replica of an authentic Japanese Buddhist temple. Explore these peaceful grounds and you'll discover a towering pagoda and an enormous bronze Buddha statue, 12 feet high and roughly 3 ½ tons. The statue was installed in 1968 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the arrival of Japanese immigrants in Hawaii. The grounds and buildings of the mission are open to the public and voluntary contributions are accepted.
Honolua Bay - Maui, Hawaii, United States
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Honolua Bay Maui
A marine sanctuary with a variety of sea life.
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Travel blogs from Honolua Bay:
- ... We motored out to Honolua Bay, a marine preserve and home to a stunning reef filled with sea critters ...
- ... However, later on in the week we did get more chances to take in marine life at two local spots in Western Maui Honolua Bay and Na'pili Beach ...
- ... Marco drove us around to snorkel at Makena and Honolua Bay ...
- ... The best snorkeling is at Honolua Bay or the small islet of Molokini, a submerged crater ...
- ... From there we went to rent snorkel equipment and then took off for Honolua Bay ...
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- Honolua Bay marine reserve - where we snorkeled 2 by C_villa from a blog titled Shiny and Sparkly Maui
- Honolua Bay marine reserve - where we snorkeled by C_villa from a blog titled Shiny and Sparkly Maui
- (04) Honolua Bay by Twittg from a blog titled Maui Wowee
- Honolua Bay by Debnsam from a blog titled snorkelling
Lahaina Ocean's Edge - Maui Beachfront View
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Lahaina Ocean's Edge
1415 Front St.
Lahaina, HI 96761
808-662-3200 (Phone)
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Located in a small boutique hotel with just 18 suites, the property has an adults preferred policy, so you can enjoy the peace and serenity of the magnificent setting. The suite has been refreshed, with a brand new King bed, brand new 500 thread count linens, and brand new plush towels. The kitchen has been updated as well, with brand new cookware, glassware, silverware, and knives along with new microwave, toaster, and coffee maker. We also provide all organic bathroom amenities (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, soap, and lotion) by Island Essence.
We are a short 5 minute walk to restaurants and shopping, with Mala Ocean Tavern and Honu restaurants - two of the best in Lahaina – just down the street. A short car ride or longer walk away is more shopping, dining and the art galleries of Old Lahaina Town. The Lahaina Yacht Harbor offer opportunities for the sport enthusiast including snorkeling, scuba diving, deep sea fishing, and glass bottom boat tours. Want to simply unwind with a day at the beach? This location is central to all the beaches on Maui’s West side and the best Maui has to offer.
Penne Pasta Cafe Lahaina Maui
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Outrigger Napili Shores, Lahaina, Hawaii - United States (US)
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Outrigger Napili Shores, Lahaina, Hawaii - United States (US)
This hotel is found in West Maui, in Hawaii. The Outrigger Napili Shores is just 50 yards away from the beach along Napili Bay. Nearby attractions include Lahaina Town and the Maui Ocean Center. For business travelers there is an Internet kiosk. This property was first built in 1972. This hotel is found at 5315 Lower Honoapiilani Road in Lahaina, Hawaii. The Outrigger Napili Shores is just five minutes away from Kapalua West Maui Airport and about forty-five minutes away from the Kahului Airport.There are 96 rooms to rent at the Outrigger Napili Shores. Rooms offer full kitchens, scenic views of the ocean, coffeemakers, refrigerators and microwaves.Amenities here include a Jacuzzi, a spa, and a swimming pool. The accommodation is housed in two-story buildings. They are separated by a courtyard with fountains and aquatic life. On-site restaurants include the Gazebo and Fish N Poi. There is also an adult hot tub area along with other health and fitness amenities. Gaming activities include croquet and shuffleboard.
Hotel Features
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Room Service, Restaurant, Air Conditioned, Refrigerator, Cable / Satellite TV, Kitchenette, Coffee / Tea Maker, Microwave, Hair Dryer, TV, Shower, Spa/Jetted Tub, Cots, Coffee Shop/Cafeteria, Picnic Area/Tables, Family Room
Activities
Swimming pool, Tour Desk, Excursions, Garden, Pool Outdoor
Services
Business Center, Concierge, Babysitting / Child Services, Housekeeping, ATM / Cash Machine, Computer, Desk, Self Laundry
Internet
High-speed Internet is available at this hotel.
Parking
The hotel has free parking. There is an airport shuttle that runs from the hotel.
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Prior to 12:00 PM
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Maui Scuba Diving | Travel to Maui Hawaii United States
The island of Maui (/ˈmaʊ.iː/; Hawaiian: [ˈmɐuwi])[3] is the second-largest of the Hawaiian Islands at 727.2 square miles (1,883 km2) and is the 17th largest island in the United States.[4] Maui is part of the State of Hawaiʻi and is the largest of Maui County's four islands, bigger than Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, and unpopulated Kahoʻolawe. In 2010, Maui had a population of 144,444, third-highest of the Hawaiian Islands, behind that of Oʻahu and Hawaiʻi Island. Kahului is the largest census-designated place (CDP) on the island with a population of 26,337 as of 2010 and is the commercial and financial hub of the island.[5] Wailuku is the seat of Maui County and is the third-largest CDP as of 2010. Other significant places include Kīhei (including Wailea and Makena in the Kihei Town CDP, which is the second-most-populated CDP in Maui); Lahaina (including Kāʻanapali and Kapalua in the Lahaina Town CDP); Makawao; Pāʻia; Kula; Haʻikū; and Hāna. More info:
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Things to Do in Kauai, Hawaii - Deep Sea Fishing
In Kauai, Hawaii you could sip Mai Tais on the beach, hike the Na Pali Coast or get lost at Jurassic Falls. But there's nothing quite like the thrill of deep sea fishing. Kauai native, Captain J, of Deep Sea Fishing Kauai, invited Courtney Scott to experience the ultimate Hawaiian adventure first-hand.
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Black Rock - Maui, Hawaii, United States
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Black Rock Maui
Close to most resorts on Kaanapali Beach, this snorkeling area can get crowded.
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Travel blogs from Black Rock:
- ... You can see the huge humpback whales from the beach but the most amazing thing is when I dove down at Black Rock I could hear them communicating under water ...
- ... see and do on Maui -- there's great snorkelling just off the beach around the Pu'u Keka'a, or Black Rock (which I can only presume is where a sexy Canarian in guyliner hangs out), diving in the partially submerged volcanic crater ...
- ... Wir laden einen Van mit 12 Leuten voll und Rory, unser Tourguide, faehrt uns zum Black Rock Beach ...
- ... A sheer drop right beside your vehicle cuts down to the water pounding against the shiny black rock wall below, and the sun glitters on the water and makes it seem to almost glow ...
- ... First we went to see the cliff diver at Black Rock in front of the Sheraton just down the boardwalk ...
- ... Ancient Hawaiians used to dive off a large volcanic outcropping called Black Rock and the hotel continues to recreate this ceremony each evening ...
- ... The Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villas is located in north Ka'anapali, north of Black Rock ...
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- Black Rock eben wg. dem schwarzen Felsen by Elli78 from a blog titled 3 kleine neue Freunde
- Crazy rock jumping people at Black Rock by Honokowai from a blog titled A Day at Lahaina and Kaanapali
- Black Rock my view for 10 days by Dinomartini from a blog titled Maui
- Black Rock Cliff Diver by Mindydyan from a blog titled Ziplines and the Adult Pool
- Black Rock Beach by Amnunn from a blog titled Maui Day #21
- Am Black Rock Beach by Elli78 from a blog titled 3 kleine neue Freunde
- Black Rock, Maui by Bakasyonista from a blog titled Journey to Paradise: Maui
- Black Rock by Bakasyonista from a blog titled Journey to Paradise: Maui
- Black Rock by Julesj66 from a blog titled Day 1 - A Long Flight and Day 2 - 1st full day
- Black rock by Shellandmatt from a blog titled Maui - You've got to check this place out!
Honolua Bay Maui
Honolua Bay is one of the best snorkeling spots on Maui. It is very rocky and not a great beach for other activities. I saw huge turtles and multiple types of fish while snorkeling there.
Kaanapali Beach, Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
One of the most sought after, exquisite golden beaches in the world, Hawaii. The video is shot at Ka'anapali Beach, Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii. TripAdvisor users have rated Ka'anapali Beach as the best beach in USA for 2013.
Maui, Hawaii: Natural Wonders in Lahaina
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Paradise Found: The Hawaiian Islands
Paradise Found: The Hawaiian Islands, spends some time finding ways to #LetHawaiiHappen. From sightseeing in Honolulu to snorkeling in the clear waters of the Island of Hawaii, from sailing the Pacific around Maui to exploring the backcountry of Kauai – we found adventure and relaxation throughout the islands. Discover the history, culture and Aloha Spirit along the way as Ashley finds paradise in Hawaii.
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00:00 – Paradise Found Titles
00:23 – Introduction with Ashley Colburn, Host
00:36 – Map of Hawaii – “Eight islands make up the state of Hawai`i, and I’ll be visiting the four main islands, Hawai`i, Maui, O`ahu, and Kaua`i.”
00:44 – Ashley starts her journey on the largest island, also referred to as The Big Island, Hawai`i Island.
00:51 – Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
00:58 – Interview with Jessica Ferracane of Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
02:02 – Drive through park
02:10 – Lava tube exploration
02:51 – Time lapse of Kilauea Volcano’s eruption
03:08 – Map of island with Hilo highlighted
03:13 – Hilo Farmers’ Market
03:18 – Interview with Ross Birch, Executive Director Big Island Visitors Bureau at Hilo Farmers’ Market
03:35 – “Majority of vendors come in twice a week—mid-week on Wednesdays and then on the weekend, on Saturdays.”
04:27 – “Hilo is actually known as the wettest city in the United States…but if you go to the opposite side of the island, it’s more of an arid desert area.”
04:50 – Road to Kona
05:01 – Exploration of Kona; black volcano rock joining the Pacific plus the famous Hawaiian Shave Ice.
05:46 – Interview with Lily Dudoit, Cultural Activities Director, Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa Keauhou Bay
06:32 – Hawaiian chant by Lily
06:46 – “The sea life in and around Kona is abundant, and within seconds of departing on an adventure on the water, dolphins were surrounding the boat, giving us a great show.”
07:01 – The Speedboat Ride with Captain Zodiac
07:21 – Ashley snorkels to see some of the most beautiful fish and coral.
07:50 – Hawaii Forest & Trail excursion
07:56 – Interview Jason Cohn, Marketing Manager of Hawai`i Forest & Trail
08:02 – Exclusive waterfalls, ancient Hawaiian agricultural sites, some fruit, wild orchids; off-road driving and trail hiking
09:06 – Map of Maui
09:13 – Overview of Maui, the second largest island and the “Valley Isle”
09:25 – Interview with Kainoa Horcajo, Hawaiian Cultural Ambassador, Grand Wailea – “…life in Maui, the perfect blend of everything…”
09:57 – Summit of Haleakala, spectacular sunrises
10:10 – Iao Valley with two parks, Iao Valley State Park and Kepaniwai Heritage Village
10:43 – “Heritage Garden is worth a visit to see why the Hawaiian Islands are referred to as the ‘Melting Pot of the Pacific.’”
10:50 – Interview with Kyle Kawakami, Chef/Owner of Maui Fresh Streatery, history of Hawai`i’s blended flavors
11:45 – Maui Fresh Streatery food truck gourmet offerings
12:38 – Art and shopping district in Lahaina on Front Street
12:45 – Kainoa: “Lahaina is one of the chiefly centers of the island. It was the capital of the Hawaiian kingdom for a time.”
13:04 – Interview with Lianne Driessen, Director of Marketing, Trilogy Excursions
13:19 – Excursion to Hanolua Bay and Mokuleia Bay with refreshments and lunch
14:51 – Map of O`ahu, most populated island and the island with the state capital, Honolulu
14:58 – Overview of Honolulu with Diamond Head Mountain and Waikiki Beach
15:15 – Interview with Kimoke`o Aya, Tour Guide for Diamond Head Vacations
15:38 – Pearl Harbor and World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument
16:31 – Luau at Paradise Cove
16:43 – Interview with Keaweluaole Kamealona of Paradise Cove
17:35 – Ashley takes the stage at Paradise Cove.
18:15 – Waikiki Beach introduction
19:10 – Kaua`i, the oldest island in the Hawaiian chain and the most northern
19:19 – Interview with Sue Kanoho, Executive Director of Kaua`i Visitors Bureau
19:29 – Nā Pali Coast
19:36 – Waimea Valley – “Grand Canyon of the Pacific”
19:54 – Interview with Micah Young, Kaua`i Backcountry Adventures
20:11 – Mountain tubing
20:25 – Kaua`i Backcountry Adventures excursions
21:02 – Kalalau Lookout
21:18 – Kayaking and hiking with Outfitters Kaua`i
22:10 – National Tropical Botanical Garden – Allerton
22:16 – Interview with Tessa McSwain, Marketing Manager of National Tropical Botanical Garden
22:32 – Jurassic Park trees
23:04 – McBride Garden
23:17 – Biodiversity Trail, newest exhibit at the garden
23:35 – Spouting Horn
23:52 – Waimea Canyon Lookout
24:02 – Interview with Blake Brown, Outfitters Kauai`i Guide
24:27 – Bike ride down the canyon
24:55 – Sponsors
WELCOME TO HAWAII [1080p HD]
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I try to record everything I do, put it into an edit and then share it with everyone I can. My content is based off the beauty and power of Hawaii so I thought there would be no better way to title it than Welcome To Hawaii. This is pretty much a video/showreel of all of the best clips I recorded in a months time put into one. Some of these videos are just on instagram, some only on twitter, a few on YouTube and most are going to appear on all three later in a different styles of edits. I hope you all enjoy this video, I recorded everything I could and spent countless hours putting it all together.
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Hawaii 2019 Part 3: Maui, Resort Tour, Snorkeling, Hiking, Restaurants (VLOG)
Part THREE of my vlog to Hawaii... We're off to Maui!
In this installment of my trip, we visit the beautiful island of Maui. Watch as my family and I snorkel in the vivid blue waters with fish, manta rays, coral, sea turtles, and more!
In addition, I do a complete walk around of our resort, the
Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villas as well as a room tour.
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Honokohau Falls | Kukui | Maui | Hawaii | plunges in two tiers for a total of 1100ft
Honokohau Falls is said to be the tallest waterfall on Maui as it apparently plunges in two tiers for a total of 1100ft.
In order for us to get to this waterfall, we had to take a helicopter tour since the falls was situated in an inaccessible valley in West Maui. This was our first ever helicopter ride (as we did this way back in September 2003) so we didn't really know what to expect. Basically, the lure of seeing the tallest waterfall on the island was enough to get us to do this.
Now with that being said, we almost weren't able to visit this waterfall even though we were going on a helicopter tour. We actually had to do a little bit of negotiating in order to even get to this waterfall on our chopper ride.
It turned out that as we were walking around in Lahaina, numerous tour vendors were trying to solicit our business, and one managed to get our attention with this Jurassic Park waterfall pitch. Apparently, the saleslady said that was Honokohau Falls (though I haven't really watched the Jurassic Park movies so I can't really say whether this waterfall was in it or not). However, later on in the conversation, she then tried to convince us that this waterfall and the Wall of Tears (supposedly a bunch of waterfalls tumbling down the mountain in one spot at a time) were the same thing.
Anyways to make a long story short, we looked past the obvious lies and went with this vendor (which was Air Maui) because they offered a pretty decent price (I don't recall exactly how much we paid though). But I knew whatever the saleslady promised wasn't going to be communicated to the pilot. So when we were in the helicopter, the way we communicated with the pilot was to write something on a notepad and hand it to him. That was when I asked about Honokohau Falls, and the pilot (grudgingly) complied. And it was a good thing he did because the Wall of Tears was a dud.
Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park is a United States National Historical Park located in the Kona District on the Big island of Hawaiʻi in the U.S. state of Hawaiʻi. It includes the National Historic Landmarked archaeological site known as the Honokōhau Settlement. The park was established on November 10, 1978, for the preservation, protection and interpretation of traditional native Hawaiian activities and culture.
Honokōhau means bay drawing dew and refers to the ancient settlement on the south part of the park. This area can be reached via trails from the park visitor's center, or from the small boat harbor access road on Kealakehe Parkway.[9] Features include loko iʻa (Ancient Hawaiian aquaculture fishponds), kahua (house site platforms), kiʻi pōhaku (petroglyphs), hōlua (stone slides) and heiau (religious sites). The ʻAiʻopio Fishtrap is a 1.7-acre (0.69 ha) pond, with a stone wall forming an artificial enclosure along the naturally curved shoreline of a bay. Small openings allowed young fish to enter from the sea, but as they grew larger (or at low tide) they were easily caught with nets inside the trap as needed. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1966 as site 66000287.[citation needed]
Recreation[edit]
Several restored trails include about one mile of the Māmalahoa Trail.[10] It was built in the mid-19th century, and evolved over the years into the Hawaii Belt Road which encircles the entire island. The coastal trail is part of the Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail. The Honokōhau boat harbor provides a launching area for traditional canoes, fishing boats, Scuba diving and snorkeling tours of the area.