Lay of the Land: Tips to Help You Plan Your Maui Vacation
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Your Maui vacation is incomplete without at least one memorable meal. Choose from one of these restaurants for the big splurge.
Napili Bay |
Ka'anapali |
Hawaiian food seems as if it were designed for kids. I remember going to Maui for the first time and discovering that there’s really a star-shaped fruit.
Learn all the best places to glide along the ocean on a SUP
Ka'anapali |
Kahana |
Tips for making the drive to Hana for kids and parents alike.
Tips to help you find a tour that works your family.
Wailea |
Kihei |
There's nothing more romantic than dining on the sea at sunset.
Where to find the best deals on local crafts and souvenirs.
Wailea |
Wailea |
Maui has 30 miles of beaches so research beforehand is a must. Not every beach is suited for a 6 year old who just learned how to swim and a fearless 3 year old.
With one of the most diverse collections of golf courses in world, Maui lets you play the mountains one day and the ocean the next.
Kihei |
Kihei |
Don't book an expensive boat tour. Some of the best snorkeling is right off the beach.
Sometimes you need to soothe those sunburned shoulders. So try these fun family activites out of the Maui sun.
Kihei |
Ka'anapali |
if you want to be more economical, save money, and support local business at the same time, it’s worth checking out these only-on-Maui grocery stores.
Everything you need to know about bringing your kids on one of the most breathtaking Maui adventures.
Kihei |
Ka'anapali |
A whale watching tour is not only an awe-inspiring family experience, it’s a way for you to help make a real difference in the future of our oceans.
See what resorts have great restaurants
Lahaina |
Napili Bay |
One of Maui's best family beaches is also one of its best kept secrets.
Maui has plenty of great luaus, but if you want the real deal – to see a Luau at its most authentic – there’s really only one place that does the trick.
Lahaina |
Kahana |
Traveling with kids isn't always easy, even in Maui. So treat yourself to a spa day at your resort in Paradise.
These resorts have some of Maui's best happy hours.
Kahana |
Wailea |
If you’re in West Maui and you like to eat well, this guide has some delicious choices.
Over a lifetime on Maui and many years as a personal chef, these are my favorite places to eat on Maui.
Kihei |
Ka'anapali |
If you thought taking a six-hour drive on the Hana Highway was the only way to experience adventure on Maui, then get ready to be pleasantly surprised!
Great recs from a mom who vacations on Maui all the time.
Ka'anapali |
Ka'anapali |
We discovered 13 free things to do on Maui that won’t cost you a dime. Easily fill your Maui family vacation with these unique, local and free activities.
From local farmers markets to live music and performances, here's our list of all the best events happening in Maui every week.
How do you go about finding the right Maui Luau? This guide breaks down seven of Maui’s best Luaus and lays out what makes each one unique.
Comprehensive guide to finding the best picnic lunch on Maui. There are plenty of picnic spots on the island, but what about the best picnic restaurants?
Take a family adventure thru volcanos, waterfalls, and rainforests.
See some of the biggest waterfalls in the world and swim in their natural pools
These are some of the best adventures in Maui
Kapalua |
Ka'anapali |
Ka'anapali |
Napili Bay |
Kihei |
Wailea |
Kapalua |