the Hyatt Regency Maui is within easy reach of famous snorkeling around Black Rock.

Growing up, both Maui contestants in this year’s Miss Aloha Hula competition admired their older hula sisters who graced the stage in the soloist competition at the Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo.

Hula Grill Kaanapali is offering holiday cooking ... Walk-ins are also welcome. • In South Maui, 5 Palms Restaurant is offering a traditional Christmas turkey feast from 2 to 9 p.m. on Friday.