Windsurfing, kitesurfing, parasailing, snorkeling and just plain board surfing! Ho’okipa Beach is a paradise for adventure tourists seeking ocean sports! With extensive, fringing coral reefs providing multiple shore breaks, and consistent winds whipping up towering waves, Ho’okipa Beach Park offers thrilling rides for the experienced and professional surfers year-round! Not a professional surfer? Head to…
Snorkeling and surfing high on your Maui bucket list? Honolua Bay offers some of the best snorkeling, surfing and scuba diving in all of Hawaii! Honolua Bay is a stunning, crescent-shaped bay ringed by steep cliffs, on the northwest side of Maui, a few miles north from the tourist towns of Kapalua, Ka’anapali and Lahaina….
The best things to do in Maui are very diverse, for a small tropical island just over 700 square miles in area. From taking in the spectacular views on the scenic drive to Hana to catching sunrise atop the clouds at the peak of Haleakala, lazing on any number of gorgeous golden sand beaches, and…
Wailea Beach, Maui, HI, winner of America’s Best Beach (1999, Dr. Beach), is a stunning, stretch of finely powdered, golden sands along crystal clear, turquoise waters in a ritzy resort neighborhood, a true tropical paradise! While relaxing on the sandy beach, you can take in amazing views of the neighboring islands of Lana’i, Kaho’olawe and…
Maluaka Beach, Maui, is a beautiful, pristine beach with a long stretch of golden sands, crystal-clear blue waters, and FUN-sized waves, perfect for families with kids! Located on a secluded and remote South Maui corner, far from tourist resorts, we spent three relaxing days frequenting this gorgeous beach, and often had the beach all to…
Waterfalls of Maui! I consider no vacation to Hawaii complete without a visit to one of its many stunning waterfalls, and Kauai and Maui are probably the two main islands with thousands to choose from! Most of the best waterfalls in Maui are easily accessible, either viewable directly from the road or along relatively easy…
Watching the sun rise above the clouds from the Haleakala Crater summit on your Maui bucket list? If so, you’re not alone, you’ll be part of a jam-packed crowd! Try a short hike to the Leleiwi Overlook for a less congested sunrise viewing experience! To get a real feel for Haleakala’s rugged beauty you have to…
Planning to take in sunrise atop the 10,000-foot summit of Haleakala? For many first-time travelers to Maui, Hawaii, a visit to the island is not complete without experiencing a Haleakala sunrise. It’s one of those magical Maui bucket list experiences that you’ll remember long after your trip, especially if you are lucky and have great…
Need a relaxing stroll in the morning on your Maui vacation? Check out the Kapalua Coastal Trail, an easy hike along the beautiful Maui northwest coastline. And what does the Kapalua Coastal Trail hike offer? Beautiful sandy beaches and spectacular bay views? Check! Interesting family fun sections with tide pools to explore and nesting birds…
Haven’t explored the windward side of Maui yet? You’re not alone, most visitors to Maui head to Lahaina and the sunny, leeward side of Maui or to Haleakala National Park on the south side of Maui. With its lush rainforests, spectacular mountain ranges and beautiful beaches, the windward side of Maui holds a special allure!…