Join Us for a Special In-Person Meetup! 

MVRA is excited to host an exclusive gathering for everyone involved in the short-term rental industry on Wednesday, September 18th at 6:30pm at Maui Brewing Company in Kihei! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with MVRA Board Members, Airbnb’s policy and advocacy team, and your fellow hosts within the Maui community.

Enjoy great food, refreshing beverages, and engaging conversation as we come together to discuss Mayor Bissen’s proposal to phase out legal short-term rentals. This is your chance to hear the latest updates, ask questions, and share your insights with industry leaders.

Whether you're an industry professional, seasoned host, or new to the community, your voice matters. Join us for an evening of collaboration, camaraderie, and shared commitment to protecting the future of short-term rentals on Maui.

We look forward to seeing you there! Space is limited - please register below.

Island Alliances Unite to Shift the Narrative on Short-Term Rentals

Along with the other island alliances and statewide organization HIMAST, MVRA will be collaborating with a PR specialist to reshape the negative narrative surrounding our industry and to educate the public on why mid- and short-term rentals are beneficial for both our residents and our local economy. With professional guidance and the continued efforts of our lobbyist, we aim to level the playing field against the powerful hotel industry.

By uniting as one strong voice, we can amplify our message and increase our impact. Collaboration between the various island alliances not only strengthens our efforts but also ensures that our collective reach extends to a broader audience. This unified approach allows us to protect and promote the future of short-term rentals across Hawaii, showing the positive contributions we make to the community and local economy.

MVRA to Represent at Key Panel Discussion

with Local Lawmakers

Caitlin Miller, Executive Director of Maui Vacation Rental Association, along with Kelly Lee, Executive Director of Oahu Short-term Rental Alliance (OSTRA), will be panelists in an important discussion on short-term rentals with local lawmakers this September. The conference, hosted by Chair Waters of the Oahu County Council extended this invitation to OSTRA as a recognition of the trust and respect they have cultivated with local leaders over the past year. MVRA & OSTRA are preparing to present vital information on our industry and priorities to ensure our voice is heard in these crucial discussions.

Information on the HSAC Conference

Support MVRA: Together, We Are Stronger

As we await the upcoming Maui County Council hearings on Mayor Bissen's bill to phase out short-term rentals and prepare for the fast-approaching state legislative season, it is more important than ever for us to stay unified. We need your help in encouraging other owners and industry professionals to join or donate to MVRA, allowing us to amplify our voice and expand our reach.

Your crucial funding directly supports MVRA's efforts to advocate for the short-term rental community. It enables us to expand our reach through the work of our dedicated lobbyist, PR firm, and administrative support. It also helps us to attend key conferences, participate in community events, and ensure we have a strong presence at important decision-making forums. Every contribution empowers us to elevate the conversation, build relationships with elected officials, and shape the narrative about the value of our industry.

With over 13,000 STRs on Maui, we still have a long way to go in connecting with our entire community—but we are stronger together.

MAHALO NUI LOA to everyone who has supported MVRA. Your contributions have been vital to the impact we're making, and we couldn’t do it without you!

Register to Vote

Please take a moment to register to vote

For more information on some of the Council Candidates, click on the links below:

Molokai - John Pele

South Maui - Tom Cook

Kahului - Tasha Kama

Wailuku-Waihee-Waikapu - Alice Lee

Makawao-Haiku-Paia - Nohe U'u Hodgins

Upcountry - Yuki Lei Sugimura

Full List of Candidates