WOW. WOW. WOW.
Staying in Upcountry would have been something I’d never have considered. You think go to the coasts…but if you think like that, you’re missing out on so much.
Joanna is your tour guide to all things Upcountry AND THE ENTIRE ISLAND. Seriously. She has a background in hospitality and concierge service is her WHEELHOUSE. Ask her for suggestions. Seriously. Just do it.
You will learn soooo much more about Maui. She takes such pride is sharing the gems and joys across all stretches of the island.
My husband and I just celebrated our 7 year anniversary by taking a Maverick helicopter tour into a rainforest for a champagne toast. Whaaa?!?! Joanna’s suggestion. I would have never thought of it.
The Pono Room is cozy, quaint and the lanai is a beautiful place to retreat to after a long day of exploring.
Joanna, Richard, Niko and their lovely pup Duke will take care of you like a host family. They are more than your typical Airbnb hosts. They are family. And you are lucky to have them on your journey.
If you prefer privacy and doing your own thing—they will respect that too. They chatted us up while we used their laundry machines and it felt like we were catching up with fam after a long day adventuring.
They are SUPERHOSTS in my book. And they will be hosts you’ll never forget.