Arrive at Kahului Airport and be met by a local greeter offering a colorful candy lei and a warm aloha. Fast, family-friendly, and wheelchair accessible—order 48 hours in advance and provide your flight details.
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You step through the sliding doors and the Pacific breeze tugs at your jacket as a greeter in purple and white waits, smile steady, holding a sign with your name and a colorful candy lei. The encounter is brief—about five minutes—but it punctures airport bustle with a small, island-flavored ritual: a sweet welcome in place of the traditional flower lei.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal mobility needed
Wildlife
History
Ali‘i Greeting Service is a multi-generational, Hawaiian-owned business founded in 1982 that preserves lei-giving as a visible cultural welcome at airports.
Conservation
Ask about packaging choices and consider composting organic lei materials; support local vendors to reduce broader supply-chain impact.
Reserve your spot on the Candy Airport Lei Greeting (Maui, Kahului Airport, OGG) today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Order at least 48 hours ahead
This service requires advance notice—last-minute orders may be substituted or unavailable, so book early.
Provide flight and arrival info
Include airline, flight number and arrival time to ensure greeters meet you before baggage claim.
Note allergens and preferences
Candy leis contain assorted sweets—notify the operator of allergies or dietary needs when booking.
Accessibility and timing
Greeters meet passengers right before baggage claim; the service is wheelchair and stroller accessible.
Government ID or passport
Needed for airport processing and quick verification on arrival.
Flight confirmation (mobile or printed)
Booking requires airline, flight number and arrival time—have it ready.
Phone or camera
Capture the welcome moment and coordinate with greeters if plans change.
Small carry bag
Useful to store the candy lei and any immediate snacks for the drive from the airport.