After the busyness and gathering of the Christmas holiday, it feels good to get away. I know Hawaii in December is very popular, but this is my first time doing it.

The moment the islands come into view, you feel a growing sense of calm. Stepping outside the airport, you can feel the aloha in the warm breezy Maui air.

There is peace here, with the slow lifestyle, the stunning beauty, and the sea. It’s a big beautiful world out there, and Maui is quickly becoming one of my favorite destinations.