South Maui is often introduced through its sparkling beaches, sunset dinners, and resort pools, yet there is a deeper story woven into this coast. Ancient fishpond walls still catch the light at low tide. Lava flows remember the island’s most recent eruptions. Whales, turtles, and native birds return season after season, following paths that have existed long before any shoreline condos or beach paths.

This guide highlights some of South Maui’s lesser known cultural and natural landmarks, along with insight into why this coastline continues to captivate those seeking serenity and scenery.

Makena Landing and Turtle Town

Today, Makena Landing is known as a launch point for kayakers, snorkelers, and divers who head toward Nahuna Point and

Wailea, Maui, is world-renowned for its golden beaches, sparkling waters, and luxury living. But beyond its breathtaking beauty, Wailea is also home to four of Maui’s most exceptional resorts: the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, the Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort, Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort and the Fairmont Kea Lani. Each of these destinations offers much more than overnight accommodations. From indulgent spas and award-winning restaurants to pool day passes and oceanfront adventures, these resorts create unforgettable experiences for visitors and locals alike.

Here’s your insider’s guide to the best ways to enjoy Wailea’s luxury resorts—whether you’re planning a vacation or looking for a rejuvenating staycation on the Valley Isle.

Sitting just off the pristine sands of Keawakapu Beach, 3060 S. Kihei Road in Kihei, Hawaii, presents a unique opportunity to own a legacy estate in one of Maui's most coveted locations. Priced at $42.5 million  this breathtaking property offers the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and convenience, making it an ideal sanctuary for those seeking the ultimate island lifestyle.

This exquisite beachfront estate spans over 6,125 square feet of interior living space and is situated on a 0.6-acre lot. Built in 1988, the multi-family home boasts five bedrooms, six full bathrooms, and one partial bathroom, providing ample space for family and guests. The estate features extended beach frontage, offering unrivaled panoramic views of year-round sunsets,

Even when you're living on one of the most beautiful islands in the world, these past couple of years has been challenging. But luckily for us, nothing grounds and inspires us like being surrounded by Maui's natural beauty and serenity. Unwinding, enjoying, discovering, and making memories in one of the most beautiful tropical islands in the world is what escaping is all about. So what better way to do that than indulging in a luxury staycation? 

Sometimes even islanders need to pretend they're on a week-long vacation somewhere exotic... even if it is just 20 minutes from your house. The Four Seasons Maui is one of our favorites for many reasons. Besides their adults-only infinity pool, a plethora of organized island activities, open-air

Wailea Fairway Estates is a dream home destination with only 30 homes right in the heart of Wailea directly across from Ulua and Mokapu Beach. Island Sotheby’s International Realty’s own Keoni Grundhauser R(S) sold 85 Hale Noa Way to his client for $2.88 million.

Bordered by the Wailea Blue Course on two sides and recently completed an extensive remodel, this is where island living and luxury come together. Just under 5,000 square feet, this home features three-bedroom suites, an office, family room, eat-in kitchen, formal dining, and living rooms, two fireplaces, covered lanais, central A/C, and owned photovoltaic. The upstairs master bedroom shines with its own incredible lanai that beholds ocean and Haleakala views.

Here is what Keoni had to

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The “Cinema Under the Stars” is back again for its 20th annual film extravaganza, a spectacle that draws celebrities and film moguls from across the globe to Maui for five days each June.

Get ready for film premieres, filmmaker panels, special screenings, tributes, award ceremonies, culinary arts celebrations and private soirees at the Maui Film Festival, which kicks off on June 12. Filmmakers, actors and actresses will descend upon the Grand Wailea Resort for the event, celebrated as a premier festival for audiences, not just industry executives.  

2019 Maui Film Festival Trailer from Maui Film Festival on Vimeo.

The festival replaces Hollywood’s traditional red carpets with beachfront film screenings under Maui’s starry night skies.

A luxury Wailea condominium has sold for $2.8 million in one of Maui's finest resort communities.

The 2,600-square-foot unit is located in Ho’olei, one of the newest resort complexes in Wailea. The spacious three-bedroom unit is only steps away from white sand beaches, and offers its new owners only the finest furnishings and amenities. Island Sotheby's International Realty's Rob Shelton R(B) and Ryan MacLaughlin R(B) represented the sellers. 

Shelton said the sellers, who are his long-time clients, owned the condominium for several years and maintained its furnishings meticulously. 

“The unit was just impeccable,” said Shelton. “And the quality of the complex is just terrific.”

Shelton said his clients upgraded the unit, which boasts a