This sprawling resort community is interspersed with beautiful grounds that have palm and fruit trees. The resort offers direct access to the intimate Keawakapu Beach. Wailea Ekahi Village, A Destination Residence features four outdoor swimming pools throughout the property along with hot tubs. Work on your backstroke or set up camp poolside with the latest issue of People Magazine and catch up on your celebrity gossip. Play a family game of shuffleboard, or get in touch with your inner Serena Williams on the tennis court. Located in luxurious Wailea, you’re close to great nearby dining, championship golf, and designer shopping. Guests receive discounts on golf and tennis at the Makena Resort and Wailea Resort.

Air-conditioned studio, one- and two-bedroom condos sleep two to six guests. Full kitchens are equipped with everything you need to make and serve meals. Head to nearby Foodland for groceries. Be sure to get hamburgers, hot dogs, sides, buns, and condiments so that you can take full advantage of the in-suite bbq grill; it’s on your private lanai! Have a family cookout and enjoy the ocean or garden views while you eat. All condos are individually furnished and decorated and have in-suite washer/dryers, allowing you to pack light. Throw in a load of laundry and show off your multitasking skills by watching the big game or a movie on the cable TV with DVD player. Bring favorite movies from home, pop some popcorn and gather everyone on the couch.

Spend a day at Keawakapu Beach. Have the kids grab their shovels and buckets while you handle the snacks. Look for seashells, or relax while the kids build a sandcastle - don’t forget the camera for posterity! Up for some retail therapy? Good news! The Shops at Wailea is just a short drive from the resort and offers everything from affordable to luxury brands and dining. First stop: The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf to get your caffeine fix. They also offer coffee-free options for the kids, like a “Pure” Iced Blended. Pick up a new pair of sunglasses at Sunglass Hut. For apparel, there’s Quicksilver, the T-Shirt Factory, and The Gap. Treat yourself to a new handbag from Louis Vuitton or Prada, or check out the selection of jewelry at Tiffany & Co, Swarovski Crystal, or Greenleaf Diamonds. The ABC Store is perfect for picking up any last minute essentials. Hungry? There’s Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar, The Pink & Cork, and Longhi’s. The Wailea Blue Golf Course was designed by Arthur Jack Snyder and offers eighteen-holes of excellent golf. No wonder it was rated among the country’s best golf courses by Golf Magazine and Golf Digest!