Tiny Bubbles Scuba: Guided Snorkel Adventure
Just a reminder that the Guided Beach Snorkel Tour from Tiny Bubbles Scuba is now available. And take it from us, the Guided Beach Snorkel Tour from Tiny Bubbles Scuba Diving is a lot of fun. Here are the basics: Available Mon./Wed./Fri. from 9:00am-11:00am $49.00 - Max out with 6 people - Minimum age 5 years old and able to swim. Includes all snorkel gear (Mask.Snorkel.Fins.Flotation Device) and Guide ! Guided by a certified Lifeguard and Marine Naturalist... Please feel free to call (808) 870-0878 if you have any questions or check out their web… [more]
Nikkis Pizza – Maui
If you want to come in for a quick breakfast on the go, or enjoy a leisurely meal you can’t go wrong with Nikki’s Pizza. Come as you are barefoot or in your slippah’s for Nikki’s dining experience full of Aloha. Conviently located in the food court at Whalers Village at Ka’anapali. Stop in when you need a break from your shopping. Nikki’s Pizza previously known as Pizza Paradiso established in 1995 decided to renovate the restaurant in order to provide the best quality of service to its new and loyal customers. Ardie Zamani, the proud owner, is so… [more]
Sand Sculpting with Art by Riki
When I was a child, my family would go to Huntington Beach in Southern California. Sometimes, we would swim. Sometimes we would play frisbee. Other times we would make sand castles. No matter what, we always had a great time at the beach. When I heard about the Sand Sculpture Classes being presented by Art by Riki, I was looking forward to bringing my children to enjoy the sand castles I had enjoyed during my childhood. I thought that building a Sand Sculpture with Art by Riki was going to be a similar experience. Boy, was I wrong. The only things that building a sand… [more]
West Maui Parasail
With the West Maui Mountains behind us, we began our walk down the street into Lahaina Town. One of the many things I love about living on Maui is that, from the right location, everything is within walking distance. We are lucky enough to live in the right location for all the activities in Lahaina Harbor. This morning was a wonderful reminder of how lucky we are. This morning we were headed into Lahaina Towne to go parasailing with West Maui Parasail. One of two parasailing companies on Maui, West Maui Parasail has two locations on the West Side: Ka’anapali… [more]
Tiny Bubbles Scuba School: Introductory Dive
Visibility: 60 feet. Maximum Depth: 32 feet. Duration: 48 minutes. Wild Life: Over a dozen sea turtles and countless fish. Not bad for my first ocean scuba dive. About a year ago, at the grand opening of Umalu at the Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa on Maui, I had the good fortune of meeting Tim “Timmerz” Rollo, owner and dive instructor of Tiny Bubbles Scuba School, an SDI and PADI facility located at the Ka’anapali Beach Club just north of Black Rock on the west side of Maui. Having never been scuba diving before, I found it fascinating to listen to the… [more]
Maui Restaurants
Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar: Sushi, Seafood, and Steak
Ask just about any local where the best sushi on Maui is and you’ll get the same answer: The best sushi on Maui is at Sansei’s. On the west side of Maui, Sansei’s is located in Kapalua, about 20 minutes north of Lahaina Towne, Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar serves a variety of entrees, [...]
Cool Cat Cafe: Burger of the Month May 2013
My son’s response when I asked him if he would like to accompany me on another tasting of Cool Cat’s burger of the month was that of a typical teenager. “No thanks, Dad,” he said. “I think I’ll pass this time.” “You sure?” I asked him. “The beef burger’s gonna be a little spicy with [...]
Crying Thaiger Maui: Great Thai from a Food Truck in Ka’anapali, Maui, Hawaii
Across the highway from airport beach at the Ka’anapali Station of the Sugar Cane Train is a new farmer’s market featuring the Crying Thaiger Maui food truck. It’s the home of the best (and hottest) Thai food on the west side. As you drive along the highway, you can see the Crying Thaiger Maui food [...]
Fresh Baked Cinnamon Rolls at No Ka ‘Oi Cinnamon Rolls Whaler’s Village
When I told my son that our next review was going to be cinnamon rolls at No Ka Oi Cinnamon Rolls at the food court of Whaler’s Village, my announcement was met with a huge smile and a vey excited, “Cool!” When I told him that they were the same cinnamon rolls that are featured [...]
Breakwall Shave Ice in Lahaina: Breakfast, Sandwiches, Hot Dogs, Shave Ice
If you’re looking for a local spot for some ono grindz after an early morning (or afternoon) at the beach, look no further than Breakwall Shave Ice. It’s easy to find right next door to Royal Hawaiian Surf Academy just off Front Street in Lahaina. With an obvious focus on shave ice, Breakwall Shave Ice [...]
Cool Cat Cafe: Burger of the Month April 2013
When I heard that Cool Cat Cafe’s burger of the month for April included a fried egg, I imagined something akin to Loco Moco. When I heard that it also included guacamole, I knew it would be totally different. Expectations aside, the burger chefs at the Cool Cat Cafe have created two new burgers for [...]
Cool Cat Cafe: Burger of the Month March 2013
The Cool Cat Cafe in Lahaina offers unique burgers every month for their Burger of the Month promotion. Each month is different and the burgers for March 2013 were some of the best burgers ever. My son and I arrived around 2:00pm, after the lunch crowd thinned a bit. We started with drinks: a vanilla [...]
Cool Cat Cafe: Burger of the Month February 2013
Conventional wisdom dictates that Bloody Mary’s are for Sunday Morning Brunch. A traditional libation to accompany an omelette bar, eggs benedict, or Belgian waffles. Leave it to the creative minds at the Cool Cat Cafe to turn this conventional wisdom upside down. The Cool Cat Cafe Burgers of the Month for February 2013 include the [...]
Cool Cat Cafe: Burger of the Month January 2013
Once again, it’s time to taste the Cool Cat Cafe’s Burger of the Month. This time, the key to the veggie burger is sprouts and the key to the beef burger is a wonderfully rich au jus for dipping. Cool Cat Veggie Burger of the Month January 2013: The Jitterbug The Veggie Burger of the [...]
Fine Dining at Captain Jack’s Island Grill in Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
Captain Jack’s Across from the Banyan Tree in Lahaina Across from the Banyan Tree in the center of Lahaina is a family style restaurant that, until now, was known primarily for serving a casual breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Captain Jack’s Island Grill, next to the Wharf Cinema Center, is pretty well know for breakfast fare [...]
Family Breakfast at Captain Jack’s in Lahaina Maui Hawaii
Captain Jack’s Eggs Benedict, French Toast, and More Usually, the kids want to go to town to have a “walking breakfast”. We stop for a cup of coffee or juice and pick up Spam musubi at Nagasako’s over by Foodland. We take a walk down Front St. and sometimes on the beach. This morning, they [...]
Captain Jack’s Island Grill in Lahaina: Panini Sandwich of the Day
The Expansion and Improvement of the Menu at Captain Jack’s Continues It was my good fortune to be at the right place at the right time. The right place being Captain Jack’s Island Grill in Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii. The right time being lunch time on the day they started serving the new Panini Sandwiches. The [...]
Fleetwood’s on Front Street, Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
Fleetwood’s on Front Street, Roof Top Dining How do you convince someone to walk down an alley, through the front door, and up 25 stairs just to eat lunch or dinner? The answer is simple: Fleetwood’s on Front Street. I was walking down Front Street enjoying the cool breeze near the end of the day [...]
Cool Cat Cafe: Burger of the Month December 2012
Every month, the Cool Cat Cafe in Lahaina offers a unique burger creation that they call “The Burger of the Month”. It’s a creative outlet that yields some wonderful variations on their already extensive burger selections. For the month of December 2012, the Cool Cat Cafe offers a Greek inspired burger made with feta-based tzatziki [...]
Spanky’s Riptide: Sunday Morning NFL Football Breakfast
With eleven big screen televisions from which to choose, Spanky’s Riptide is one of the best places on the west side of Maui to watch NFL football on a Sunday morning. For that matter, Spanky’s Riptide is the one of best places to watch any televised sports event on the west side of Maui. But [...]
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- Lahaina Fudge Company: Maui’s Favorite Fudge Company
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- Chocolate Malt from Cold Stone Creamery, Front Street in Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
- Father’s Day Brunch at Moose McGillycuddy’s
- Fantastic French Toast at Mala Ocean Tavern
- Really Great Ice Cream at Cold Stone Creamery on Front Street
- Breakfast with a Beautiful View at Betty’s Beach Cafe
- There’s a New Shave Ice in Town: Humuhumu Shave Ice
- Nikkis Pizza – Maui
- Everyone’s Famous at Famous Dave’s Barbeque
- Cool Cat Cafe: Burgers, Ribs, and Fresh Fish on Maui
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Maui Activities
Segway Maui Tour of Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
The Segway PT: Invented by Dean Kaman Ever since I first read about Project Ginger being developed by US inventor Dean Kamen, I was curious about the new personal transportation device now known as the Segway PT. The Segway was aptly named as a homophone for the word “segue” which according to Merriam-Webster means “to make a transition without interruption from one activity, topic, scene, … [Read More...]
Valley Isle Excursions: Road to Hana
Even though we needed to be up very early, the kids had a hard time getting to sleep. It had been about six years since the last time we went to Hana and they didn’t really remember the trip very well. The excitement of this trip to Hana with Valley Isle Excursions was getting the better of them. They went to bed around 8:30, finally fell asleep (I know this because that is when they stopped … [Read More...]
Tiny Bubbles Scuba: Adopt-A-HIghway September 23, 2012
Adopt-A-Highway Cleanup with Tiny Bubbles Scuba Sunday, September 23, 2012 at 8:00am Its time for another Adopt-A-Highway roadside cleanup with Tiny Bubbles Scuba. Every 3 months or so, Tiny Bubbles Scuba volunteers to clean up a part of the Honoapiilani Highway on the west side of Maui. They need your help. Volunteers are asked to meet at Airport Beach at 8:00 am on Sunday September … [Read More...]
Maui Jiu Jitsu: Carlson Gracie Academy, Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
Founded by third degree black belt, Christian Grandi, the Carlson Gracie Academy in Lahaina offers classes and seminars to jiu-jitsu students of all ages. The Carlson Gracie Academy in Lahaina is the first Carlson Gracie school in the Hawaiian Islands. Adult classes and children's classes are available. Check their web site for details. The Carlson Gracie Academy Maui 11 … [Read More...]
Tiny Bubbles Scuba: Guided Snorkel Adventure
Just a reminder that the Guided Beach Snorkel Tour from Tiny Bubbles Scuba is now available. And take it from us, the Guided Beach Snorkel Tour from Tiny Bubbles Scuba Diving is a lot of fun. Here are the basics: Available Mon./Wed./Fri. from 9:00am-11:00am $49.00 - Max out with 6 people - Minimum age 5 years old and able to swim. Includes all snorkel gear … [Read More...]
Maui Activities | Things to Do on Maui
There are hundreds of different activities for you and your family to participate in while visiting Hawaii and even more vendors and companies that can make reservations and book your trips for you. 808 Reviews is not in the business of booking your trips, and we don’t get a kick back for making your reservations. 808 Reviews is dedicated to telling you about the activities, providing your with … [Read More...]
SNUBA and Burgers and Slides, Oh My!
For us, the adventure began a few weeks before the actual snorkel trip. It began when I told the kids, "We're going on the Pride of Maui, two weeks from Sunday." “Which boat is that, Daddy?” my youngest son asked. “It’s one out of Maalaea Harbor that goes to Molokini and Turtle Town,” I replied. “They have snorkeling and SNUBA diving,” I told him, “and a water … [Read More...]
UFO Parasailing | West Maui Activities
Before the sun began peaking over the West Maui Mountains we were on our way to Kaanapali Beach for a special way to celebrate my daughter’s eighth birthday. For the past two years she has wanted to go parasailing, but I wanted to wait for her to be at least forty pounds. We arrived at Dig Me Beach in front of Leilani’s restaurant about a half an hour earlier than we needed to be there, but … [Read More...]
Goofy Foot Surf School
We arrived just after 7:15 am (check in was at 7:30 for the 8:00 lesson) and we weren’t even the first ones there. The first thing I noticed was that everyone was happy and smiling. This seemed very odd at first being that it was so early in the morning and the coffee bar next door wasn’t open yet. And that’s when it occurred to me. The students, including my wife and I, were about to have … [Read More...]
Start Me Up Sportfishing
Waking up at 2:00 in the morning is not something I generally look forward to, but this morning I was up a full half hour before my alarm went off. I was having a hard time even getting to sleep ever since I found out I would be going out with Start Me Up for their nine hour fishing trip. The reason for leaving so early in the morning is that the fish don't feed until the sun comes up, and we … [Read More...]
More Maui Activities
- Outrageous Surf School: Surf Lessons
- Sand Sculpting with Art by Riki
- West Maui Parasail
- Tiny Bubbles Scuba School: Introductory Dive
- Outrageous Surf School: Stand Up Paddle Board Lessons
- Captain Steve’s Rafting Adventure
- Maui Eco-Adventures: The Best of West Maui Mountains
- Ride around Lahaina with Aloha Mopeds
- Quicksilver: Snorkel Trip
Breakfast on Maui
Mala an Ocean Tavern: Eggs Benedict
“Kai will be right with you,” our hostess informed us as she guided us to … [Read More...]
Father’s Day Brunch at Moose McGillycuddy’s
The kids picked their favorite place for Father's Day Brunch: Moose … [Read More...]
Fantastic French Toast at Mala Ocean Tavern
The kids and I went to Mala for breakfast over the weekend. The food, as always, … [Read More...]
Nikkis Pizza – Maui
If you want to come in for a quick breakfast on the go, or enjoy a leisurely … [Read More...]
Fresh Baked Cinnamon Rolls at No Ka ‘Oi Cinnamon Rolls Whaler’s Village
When I told my son that our next review was going to be cinnamon rolls at No Ka … [Read More...]
Breakfast with a Beautiful View at Betty’s Beach Cafe
Thursday morning is the best day to go Betty's for breakfast. That's because … [Read More...]
The Plantation House: Eggs Benedict
Having been to The Plantation House for dinner, I was very much looking forward … [Read More...]
Family Breakfast at Captain Jack’s in Lahaina Maui Hawaii
Captain Jack’s Eggs Benedict, French Toast, and More Usually, the kids want … [Read More...]
Spanky’s Riptide: Sunday Morning NFL Football Breakfast
With eleven big screen televisions from which to choose, Spanky’s Riptide is … [Read More...]
