The Aloha 360

Before going through the paperwork and taking your dog on the long journey to Maui, you might be wondering, “Is Maui pet-friendly?” We believe so! On this episode, we’ll share about some of the restaurants, stores and beaches that welcome well-behaved dogs. Of course, there’s always a beach walk. What dog doesn’t love the beach? Finally, we’ll share some of the newest Maui travel updates regarding the coronavirus shutdown.

Traveling or Maui to Maui with your pet is a big deal! Hawaii is a rabies-free state, so there are many steps a pet owner must take to bring their dog or cat into Maui. It’s not impossible and much of the stress can be relieved if you start early and follow the process one step at a time.

The shutdown and quarantine rules in Maui are constantly changing. As announcements are made, even more questions are left hanging in the air. In this episode we’ll break down what we do know, what questions remain, and our best guesses regarding your summer Maui travel plans. Also: introducing the Hawaii Pineapple Store. Ship fresh pineapples from Hawaii directly to your door!

You made it! It’s been quite the journey as you’ve made your way on the winding Hana Highway. You’ve walked through rainforests, swam in waterfalls, and witnessed the raw beauty of the coastline. Hana is a quiet village where aloha flows wherever you go. Stop for a bite to eat, pick up fruit from a market, hike up to Fagan’s Cross, and top off your gas tank if you need to for the journey home. E Komo Mai!

Whether you’re a pilot or just love to watch airplanes fly around, you might want to swing by the Hana Airport as you make your way into Hana town. You can usually catch some of the local student pilots practicing touch-and-gos and watch tour helicopters land (kids love this). If you want to do something really adventurous, book a flight with Maui Skydiving or Hang Gliding Maui. Both companies are based at the Hana Airport.

John Alpine and his family were spending their usual winter break on Maui when the Covid-19 shutdown went into effect. John decided it would be a good time to renovate and deep clean his condo that’s typically rented out to excited visitors. We asked John to share his thoughts about Maui slowly transitioning into opening back up to visitors. John also shares some of the things he’s learned through the shutdown, including soloing an airplane for the first time!

Maui is anticipating opening up very slowly. We’re giving an update of what life is like right now, and what we anticipate seeing over the course of the summer. Also: Why did we get tested for the coronavirus? What was it like?!

It’s been an exciting journey, and you’ve almost made it to Hana town. Before you enjoy the beauty and charm of Hana, there are a few stops you might want to add to your itinerary. Coconut Glen’s has shakas-down our favorite ice cream in the world. Shhhh… it’s vegan! Nahiku might be a great choice for your lunch break. The Hana Lava Tube is a fun place for kids, or if you’re on your honeymoon, get lost in time as you stroll Kahanu Garden.

If one of your bucket list activities on Maui is to swim in a waterfall, the falls at Pua’a Ka’a State Wayside Park is probably our personal favorite. There is parking, restrooms, picnic tables and a dual set of waterfalls that will make your Instagram feed proud. The path to the falls is also fairly accessible, so those not wishing to hike dirt paths to other waterfalls will especially appreciate this stop on the Road to Hana.