Maui Travel Guide

The moment you step foot off your plane at the Kahului airport, you are greeted with a sign that reads "Welcome to the best island in the world." The sign couldn't be more true! Maui has been voted best island in the world countless times by numerous industry leading travel publications such as Conde Nast. From the beautiful white-sand beaches to the lush vegetation and waterfalls of Hana, its hard to leave Maui without already planning your next visit.

West Maui:

The jolly, busy resort town of Lahaina resembles Main Street Disneyland in many ways. Front Street, the main drag area, is wall-to-wall art galleries and fine restaurants. Dozens of pleasure cruisers and fishing boats set sail from the harbor daily, carrying vacationers to nearby coves and reefs. Lahaina is also the hot spot for shopping and nightlife.

About 10 minutes' driving distance from Lahaina is the resort community of Ka'anapali, famed for its golf courses, beaches and fantasy hotels. The golf... more local info
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Would you like to eat somewhere outside the box on Maui?  I’ve got the perfect option for you. “My Office”, a gourmet food truck, is situated off the beaten path from all the more famous Kihei restaurant establishments.  It is located in the Hi Technology Park’s back-area parking lot on the right side of the Park Plaza building (1300 N. Holopono St., Kihei).  You can’t miss the clean white truck with the colorful vegetables and fruit spelling out “My... Read More

Should You Stay in a Condo or Hotel when Visiting Maui? Should You Stay in a Condo or Hotel when Visiting Maui?

If you are coming to Maui but you don’t have any friends or family to open their doors and host your stay, you have two options to choose from:  hotel or condominium.  What would be the best for you? Many Maui visitors choose the comfort and convenience of a resort hotel.  Hotels here can offer many amenities to increase your pleasure as you enjoy your Maui holiday.  Our hotels have beautiful grounds and swimming pools, plus services such as valet parking,... Read More

Fun Golf Course Often Overlooked on the Southside of Maui Fun Golf Course Often Overlooked on the Southside of Maui

Some of the most well-known (notice I didn’t say “best”) golf courses on Maui are found on the western side of the island, mostly because a lot of tourists choose to vacation in Ka’anapali.  The two courses at Ka’anapali and two additional courses at Kapalua are all a short drive from the row of hotels, so many visitors don’t get the opportunity to play some of the other great courses found in central and south Maui.  When it comes to golf on the Southside... Read More

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