Luaus on Maui

These are a must either for the first time visitor or residents. Maui has many great luaus, but the single best, year after year, is the Old Lahaina Luau. Check out these many choices.
WEST MAUI THE FEAST AT LELE 505 Front St., Lahaina, 667-5353 A celebration of Polynesian cuisine and the music and dance of Hawaii, Tonga, Aotearoa and Samoa, 6 to 9 nightly. Cost is $110 for adults, $80 for children 12 and younger and kamaaina. HYATT REGENCY MAUI RESORT HOTEL & SPA 200 Nohea Kai Drive, Kaanapali, 661-1234 “Drums of the Pacific” luau, 5 to 8 nightly; cost is $86 for adults, $58 for ages 13 to 20, $45 for children ages 6 to 12, free for ages 5 and younger, $58 for kamaaina with valid Hawaii driver’s license. Reservations are required. OLD LAHAINA LU‘AU 1251 Front St., Lahaina, 667-1998 Traditional Hawaiian feast with award-winning presentation of traditional Hawaiian music, hula and crafts, 5:15 to 8:15 nightly. Cost is $92 for adults, $62 for children 12 and younger, plus tax. ROYAL LAHAINA RESORT 2780 Kekaa Drive, Kaanapali, 661-3611 Royal Lahaina Luau features songs and dances from Tahiti, Hawaii and Samoa. Gates open at 5 nightly.

Getting married on Maui

Check out www.MauiWeddings.com if you are thinking about getting married on the island. There is much info to be found at that site.

Down to Earth Natural Food

Whole Foods is my most favorite market. But while on Maui, the next best thing is Down to Earth. They have a wonderful salad bar and many outstanding prepared foods. Take a picnic lunch from here when heading up the the crater or for the road to Hana.

Art on Maui

Did you know that Maui has incredible art, artists and showings? Here is the latest info:
* The Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Schaefer International Gallery will host the Native Hawaiian art exhibit “Hi‘iakaikapoliopele: Visual Stories by Contemporary Native Hawaiian Artists” through Oct. 24. For details, visit www.mauiarts.org. * Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center’s “Primarily Red” exhibit will run through Nov. 14. The center is at 2841 Baldwin Ave. in Makawao. For details, call or visit www.huinoeau.com. * Lahaina Arts Society is featuring artist Sue Thomas in its Old Lahaina Courthouse gallery through Nov. 1. The gallery is located next to the Historic Banyan Tree. * Viewpoints Gallery will feature “Water’s Edge: Connie Adams” through Tuesday. The gallery is at 3620 Baldwin Ave. in Makawao. For details, visit www.viewpointsgallerymaui.com. * Maui Crafts Guild will feature Coleen d’Avignon’s bead work through Oct. 22.

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All Inclusive Travel Ideas and Specials

For one price, you can enjoy accommodations, most meals, snacks and beverages. In addition, most all-inclusive resorts include recreational activities, non-motorized water sports, entertainment, hotel taxes and gratuities in the rate. Let Jill Thomas at www.MauiCondos.com suggest an all inclusive vacation for you. Cancun starting at $128. El Dorado Royal Spa starting at $699. Beaches Turks and Caicos. Starting at $689. Sandals Negril Beach Jamaica starting at $589.

Kea Lani

Renowned all-suites resort in sunny southwest Maui. A luxurious haven on the white sands of Polo Beach, this idyllic resort is just across the street from Wailea’s three world-class golf courses. Spacious suites, a minimum of 840 square feet, include one bedroom, large Italian marble bathroom with soaking tub, living room with full entertainment system, and a furnished lanai. Enjoy a dip in one of three pools, take the free shuttle to nearby tennis courts and dining, play a few rounds of golf, or pamper yourself at the Spa Kea Lani.

Poipu Beach

Situated right on the golden sand of Poipu Beach, this classic resort is laced with tropical gardens and ponds. Two swimming pools, children’s water slide, snorkeling and scuba diving, a Hawaiian cultural center, tennis courts, and oceanfront dining with a choice of three different menus. Save up to $1600 per couple

Hono Kua

Honua Kai is located on Maui’s beautiful Kaanapali North Beach, just a short, scenic drive from both the Island’s airports. With championship golf courses and world-class shopping close by and a host of spectacular amenities onsite, including spas, pools, fitness centers and more, you’ll find everything you need close at hand.

Catamaran on Oahu- Rave reviews from our client.

I found the link for the catamaran snorkel cruise we did. They are located on the beach at the Outrigger Reef Hotel which was about a 10 minute walk from our hotel. Phone # 808-922-2210. Very well done, very reasonably priced, and super nice people – they even let the cutest little boy sit on the captain’s lap for awhile to “help” him sail the boat – he looked like he was having the best time of his life!

http://www.outriggercatamaranhawaii.com/