Thinking about taking a vacation to Hawaii and I need some input?
Stephanie W asked:
I’d like to surprise my family with a trip to Hawaii this summer…specifically Maui. I just don’t know much about it and travel agents seem to be pushing all the expensive places so I figured I could get some regular people’s opinions…people who have been there before. What resort have you found the best? I hear the Grand Wailiea is a nice place. But I’m looking for a nice resort…with a spa for my mom & sis…that has a restuarant that isn’t too expensive. I want it to be on the ocean and just down right beautiful. And by shopping places and easy to access transportation because we won’t have a car. And what else do you do in Hawaii besides swim, eat, relax, and shop? Anything you found interesting? Please help me I want this to be special and I’m not completely worried about the price just shoot things at me and I’ll look it up. Thanks for your help…I really appreciate anything you can give me from your previous experiences in Maui. Thanks…Have a good one.
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I’d like to surprise my family with a trip to Hawaii this summer…specifically Maui. I just don’t know much about it and travel agents seem to be pushing all the expensive places so I figured I could get some regular people’s opinions…people who have been there before. What resort have you found the best? I hear the Grand Wailiea is a nice place. But I’m looking for a nice resort…with a spa for my mom & sis…that has a restuarant that isn’t too expensive. I want it to be on the ocean and just down right beautiful. And by shopping places and easy to access transportation because we won’t have a car. And what else do you do in Hawaii besides swim, eat, relax, and shop? Anything you found interesting? Please help me I want this to be special and I’m not completely worried about the price just shoot things at me and I’ll look it up. Thanks for your help…I really appreciate anything you can give me from your previous experiences in Maui. Thanks…Have a good one.
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May 17th, 2010 at 1:10 pm
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Raised on Maui. Several Years in the activities business.
Now I am a Computer Professional However…
Stay in Kihei.
Rent a nice unit at the Mana Kai on Keawekapu Beach.
It is the best place to be. Your going to be much happier
and have a True Hawaiian Style Vacation.
Relax at the ManaKai ALOT because it is a great place to hang out.
Locals and Visitors have a great ecosystem here.
Take a Trip to Molokini
Take a Sunset Sail.
Drive to Hana and if the weather is dry, Ignore the rental company and go ALL THE WAY around the island.
Go to the Drums of the Pacific Luau at the Hyatt in Kaanapali and spend one afternoon in Lahaina.
Helicopter rides are kinda cool but not a requirement.
Hang out at Makena Beach, Little Beach and Enjoy your stay on Maui!
ALoha!
May 21st, 2010 at 12:19 am
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I have not been to Maui yet…that is the next island we plan to visit. A good resource that we used while planning our vacation to Oahu was, another website that is helpful is tripadvisor.com it gives you information on what to do, where to go on the islands, etc. This website is the Maui visitors Bureau
These are all great resources, sorry I can’t be of more help but these websites should give you great info. Have a great trip!!!
May 23rd, 2010 at 9:45 pm
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Looks like the first poster gave you some good advice!
If you do want a hotel vs. a condo, the Grand Wailea is exceptional. It’s pricey (at least for me), but I would stay there in a heartbeat if I could afford it!
Not having a car on Maui is a mistake. There is a lot to see and do there and you will need a car to get to it all.
Haleakala
Luau
Snorkeling
Old Lahaina Town
Road to Hana
‘Iao Needle
Maui Ocean Center
etc., etc., etc…