If you and your beach-loving crew are looking for the utmost in luxury and relaxation (you’re on vacation, after all!) look no further than Wailea Elua Village. Spanning the length of Ulua Beach, the resort encompasses 24 beautifully-landscaped acres of sprawling lawns and local flora. Greet each day with fresh-brewed coffee on your furnished lanai, admiring postcard-worthy views of the ocean or the surrounding gardens. Fill your days alternating between low-key poolside lounging and exciting oceanic activities. In the mornings Ulua Beach’s calm waters are prime for snorkeling – from 9 am to noon there’s even a trained naturalist at the Coral Reef Information Station who will be happy to tell you about the wildlife you’re about to see in the water. In the afternoons Ulua’s waters pick up a bit and become a body surfer’s dream. If all you want to do is sit back and work on your tan, the resort provides complimentary beach chairs and towels. To explore beyond the resort and see more of the marine life, a sailboat excursion is a quintessential Hawaii adventure. Ask concierge to recommend a nearby catamaran charter (there’s lots!), charge your camera, and get ready to see some dolphins. If you and your crew are visiting during the winter months you may see some humpback whales! After a fun-filled day in the sun cool off with a dip at the oceanfront pool to watch the sunset over the Pacific and congratulate yourself on a trip well-planned.

One- and two-bedroom suites are clean, bright and modern. The décor is classy yet casual, with the right amount of island influence – think bright white linens and stately dark wood furniture and a few tropical touches. With a comfy king or queen in the bedroom and an extra sleeper sofa in the living area, one-bedrooms are great for couple’s trips, while either a queen or an extra pair of twins in the two-bedroom unit makes it a primo choice for small families and friend groups. Full kitchens with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops will inspire anyone’s inner chef. Stock up on burgers and sides, because your private furnished balcony even has a barbecue! En suite washer/dryer lends convenience, while deluxe housekeeping adds luxury.

Snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing, paddle boarding, hiking, whale watching – you’ll never run out of things to do in Maui! A plethora of shops and dining are just a short walk away at The Shops at Wailea. But if you’re looking for someplace special for date night, there’s several famous, upscale eateries to choose from. Ka’ama Kitchen features gourmet farm-to-table fare (faves include the Abalone Risotto and the Surfing Goat Cheesecake), while Koiso is legendary for their sushi – just make sure to book a reservation because Koiso only seats 15 people (talk about exclusive). To really get the Hawaii experience, you have to go to a luau. The Grand Wailea Luau is smaller and less crowded than your typical luau, and will wow your crew with Samoan knife dancers and Cirque de Soleil-status acrobatics.