Family Vacation GuideMaui

It's highly recommended that you get a full tank of gas before you head further towards Hana.

Just before mile marker 29, this tiny food stand makes some of the best coconut candy on the Road to Hana.

There's a famous song about this place, which has provided snacks and supplies to weary travelers for over 100 years.

It's a small mall with a few good shops, but the real draw here is the free Hula show. Come at 1 pm on weekends to get a taste of Hula before committing to a $100 luau.

This is where you'll find a truly authentic souvenir. Browse through homemade crafts, clothing, and jewelry from local artists.

Lahaina has 40 art galleries with works from Picasso, Rembrandt, Any Warhol, and whole host of local artists inspired by the beauty of the island.

Home to top brands and a regular farmers market, it's Maui's biggest mall. This gorgeous building is covered by an open-air roof, shaped like a ship's sail.

On Ka'anapali Beach, this open air shopping pavilion is filled with restaurants, shops, and a whale museum.

They have fresh produce, meats, seafood, wine, and beer, plus a great prepared foods section with sushi, sandwiches, and baked goods.

A huge supporter of local business, Mana foods offers produce from local farms, pre-made meals, and lots of vegan and specialty items.

They offer a loyalty card that's great if you're staying for over a week. You can earn points redeemable for discounts and airline miles.

They offer a loyalty card that's great if you're staying for over a week. You can earn points redeemable for discounts and airline miles.

They offer a loyalty card that's great if you're staying for over a week. You can earn points redeemable for discounts and airline miles.

They stock lots of locally-grown organic produce and an extensive hot and cold salad bar.

The leading supermarket in Hawaii, they have everything you'd expect to find at Safeway, but with a local style and products that you can only get on Maui.

The leading supermarket in Hawaii, they have everything you'd expect to find at Safeway, but with a local style and products that you can only get here.

If you're visiting Mt. Haleakala, this is a great place to stop by for ready-made food and local snacks.

Is pineapple wine any good? Head to Ulupalakua Vineyards for free tastings and find out. Worst case, you get to see a vineyard on a volcano.

Every Friday from 6-9 pm, the galleries of Lahaina host a free "Art Walk" with featured artists and refreshments.

Maui's capital knows how to party! Join on first Fridays for a street party with craft vendors, food stands, and a beer garden serving local brews.

All the galleries light up until 10 pm and Front Street buzzes with music, food, family activities, and performers from Ulalena.

Maui's cowboy town puts on a street party with locally farmed food, classical Hawaiian music, dancing, and a fire show.

The Keiki/Youth Zone has lots for the little ones, and parents can browse booths set up by local shops.

Grab some local kula greens, Hawaiian avocados and fresh fish at Fish Market Maui, next door.

Grab local fruits and veggies with views of the ocean and mountains in the background.

The Sharwil avocado is so good, it's been banned on the mainland. But you can get it here. You can also pick up local juices, jams, and fresh baked goods.

There's a wide variety of local fruits, veggies, and confectionaries at this Saturday morning market.

Cool off in the shade of the banyan tree and see work from local artists. There's also a face painting booth and kid's crafts for the little ones.