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 MAUI BEACHES All of Maui’s Beaches are unique and have something different to offer. Only some beaches are suitable for swimming, and only some are suitable for surfing and other water sports. Remember that we are on an island, an there is a lot of ocean surrounding us. You should know where you are going,…

BEACH SMART SEA SMART: Do not swim far from shore, do not dive into shallow water, do not dive into murky water if you can not clearly see the bottom. After rain many areas will get runoff that could be dirty or full of debris. Avoid ocean swimming directly after heavy rains. Never turn your back to the ocean. Keep away from the wave action. Set up your beach camp well away from the water’s edge. Large waves can arrive suddenly and wash your gear away. Keep an eye on the ocean at all times. SUN SMART: Most visitors do not realize how strong the sun is in Hawaii. Many people will get badly sunburned in their first hour in the sun. The sun is strongest in the middle of the day, and you could burn in as little…

Most people underestimate the strength of the Maui Sun. the sun is strong and must be respected. On Maui you do not have to go looking for the Sun, the sun will find you. Even the drive from the airport to your hotel in a convertible is enough to overexpose you and give you a…

High Speed Rafting Tours If you’re looking for an adventure on your vacation to Maui look no further than Redline Rafting. The Forbidden Coast tour would leave even Jacques Cousteau smiling from ear to ear. Hold on as you zoom across the water to a remote volcanic coastline where you will view Maui’s most recent…

* IAO VALLEY IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO STORM DAMAGE 2017 * Visit Iao Valley One of the most easily accessed natural areas, is the Iao (ee-ow) valley in Wailuku. Iao Valley is a beautiful place with lush rainforest with streams flowing through it, it is one of Maui’s most important water sources. And it is a…

Surfing Goat DairyThe Surfing Goat Dairy Farm is located on the beautiful slopes of Maui’s Haleakala Crater in lower Kula and has been producing award winning “Maui Gourmet Goat Cheeses” for over 10 years. Come and take a tour of one of the Islands top Ag-Tourism venues and learn more about our goats and cheeses…

Parasailing Definitely a once in a lifetime experience. The view is fantastic, and you can only go out of whale season. Parasailing is at Kaanapali. Do a little research to find a good vendor (We like UFO Parasailing). Soar Above Maui Hawaii and Kailua-Kona with UFO Parasail Hawaii! Their experienced crew and the latest lift-off and…

Zip-line Adventures We like this activity and we have been many times on our days off. It is like a nature walk with some quick slides down some zip lines, this will get your adrenaline going (and some light exercise too). This activity is one of the fastest growing eco-adventure style activities. Located upcountry at…

Ulalena TheatreMaui Theatre in Lahaina Towne Presents ‘Ulalena, a theatrical experience as impressive as the story. This is not just a theatre. It is a multi-million dollar, state-of-the-art venue built for this presentation. It employs the talents of some of Hawaii’s most distinguished musicians and performers, combining live traditional Hawaiian music with 8-channel surround…

Lomi-lomi Hawaiian massage & Spa Treatments One of the best massages you will ever have. Hawaiian style massage is a deep tissue massage. It is great for athletes and for relaxation, If you want soft, ask for it. or you will be in for a tough time. Hawaiian massage has a spiritual side that…

Food TrucksFood Carts have recently gained popularity in Maui. There are some seafood & shrimp carts at the Kahului Harbor, and Several Carts like the Taco trucks, you can find on the way to big beach. The one we recommend worth checking is the Kinaole truck parked near Kam 1 beach, in Kihei. They…

Outdoor Markets Outdoor markets abound. There a a few that run all week long like the north Kihei market at the old Suda Store on North Kihei Road, and the swap meet in Kahului and the Maui Community College, which just runs on Saturdays. Try the Kihei Market Place, the Aloha Market, and the…