Meg Archer is an Editor & Newsletter Editor who has called Oregon home for nearly 30 years. She spent her childhood exploring the mountains, forests, and high desert of Central Oregon before relocating to Portland after a brief stint out-of-state for college. She holds an B.A. in English from Cal Poly-San Luis Obispo and a B.S. in Psychology from Portland State University. Meg has worked in writing, editing, and media-related fields for over 10 years and joined the team at OnlyInYourState in 2015. When she’s not writing or exploring the West Coast, Meg enjoys playing tabletop games, working on visual media projects, and can always be found in the front row at Portland Timbers matches.
There is no denying that a trip to Hawaii is pure paradise. Each island offers something unique, but Maui is one of the most popular vacation destinations. While the beaches are often a major draw for visitors, there is so much more to experience! Take a break from the sand and sun to visit some of the other incredible sites on the island.
One of the best ways to explore the island is simply to hop in a car and hit the road! You are surrounded by abundant culture, history, and sites unlike anywhere else in the world. No matter which direction you go, don’t focus on the destination – you are on island time!
Pull over frequently along the way; there are hundreds of hidden gems on this island and no adventure is complete without a few impromptu stops to explore the roadside shops, hole-in-the-wall restaurants, and secret features that the travel guides don’t tell you about!