RENT for LESS Maui

05/23/2026

05/10/2026

On May 5 2026 an 18 year old Maui resident named Kaylee Schnitzer filmed a tourist picking up a coconut sized rock and hurling it directly at the head of an endangered Hawaiian monk seal named Lani on Front Street in Lahaina. Lani has been a fixture on that beach for over 20 years.

When bystanders confronted the man he said "I don't care. I'm rich. Fine me with whatever you want."

The video went viral within hours. The internet identified him before the day was out. His logistics company pulled down all its social media as his personal information spread across every platform.

Then a second video emerged showing what appeared to be the man getting beaten by locals. Maui police had no record of any assault report. The mayor effectively endorsed it, saying he wanted to thank everyone who stepped in.

A Hawaii state senator named Brenton Awa then walked to the floor of the state capitol, smirked and announced that the local who delivered the beating would receive an official letter of recommendation. His attorney stood beside him and said they did not condone violence. Awa then called on all airlines flying into Hawaii to play footage of the beating as a warning to tourists before landing. That video has 1.5 million likes.

Federal Senator Brian Schatz wrote a formal letter to NOAA demanding stronger enforcement and education for visitors.

The man faces fines of up to $50,000 and criminal charges carrying up to five years in prison under state law. He has not been charged yet.

Lani has been spotted in the area since. She appears to be fine.

04/09/2026

04/09/2026

Hawaii Weather Update – Don’t Panic, Read This First
We’re seeing headlines about heavy rain and possible flooding across Hawaii this week, and yes—there is another storm system moving through the islands.

But let’s put this into real perspective 👇

Hawaii is made up of multiple islands with very different weather patterns. Even during heavy rain events, it is rarely raining everywhere at the same time, all day long.

Most of the current impacts are being seen in:
• Windward (east) sides of islands
• Higher elevations
• Areas that already received a lot of rain last month

Meanwhile, many resort areas—especially leeward (west/south) sides—often remain perfectly fine or only see passing showers.

What this means for your trip:
Your vacation is NOT ruined
Most activities can still happen, sometimes with minor adjustments
Weather shifts quickly here—sun can return within hours
We help you pivot plans in real time if needed

We’ve already been through a similar system in March, and travelers still had incredible trips. The key is flexibility—not cancellation.

Important reality check:
If you cancel your trip, you’re not avoiding “bad weather”—you’re giving up your vacation based on a forecast that may only affect parts of an island for short periods.

And here’s the part people don’t realize:
Hawaii almost never shuts down entirely
Resorts, beaches, tours, and restaurants continue operating
Some of the most beautiful moments happen right after the rain

Our advice:
Stay the course. We’re here on the ground, monitoring conditions daily, and we’ll guide you if anything needs to be adjusted.

If you have questions about your specific island or itinerary, reach out—we’ve got you.

Aloha means taking it as it comes—and Hawaii always delivers. 🌈 https://hawaii-aloha.com