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We'll be there in early June, with access to a car, for about a week. Accommodations are sorted, but we'll be free for most of the days. This thread had lots of great recommendations, but I don't want to miss anything. Two adults in average shape, neither of us are SCUBA certified, but we might like snorkeling. Looking online has my head spinning.
posted by korej around Maui, HI at 2:58 PM - 9 answers

I've just booked a trip for three to Maui. We're staying near the Kaanapali Beach, but would like to explore the forests and volcanoes and all the groovy nature stuff. Should I rent a small car to get around, or is there fairly reliable public transport? Renting a car isn't that expensive, but hotel does have parking fees, and I'm not sure how hard it is to find parking around the island.
posted by SecretAgentSockpuppet around Maui, HI at 11:32 AM - 16 answers

We are looking for recommendations for a day spa (potentially at a hotel, and preferably on the beach) in Maui, where the purchase of a spa treatment would also include access to the hotel's amenities (pool/sauna/private beach access, etc) at virtually no added cost. [more inside]
posted by egeanin around Maui, HI at 10:44 PM - 2 answers

I'm headed to Maui, Maalaea Bay to be precise, next week on Wednesday, and am a little freaked out about this Hurricane situation. I'm looking for recommendations on solid news sources beyond just the weather updates for Maui. Will the grocery stores be re-stocked by Wednesday? Having never been in the vicinity of a hurricane before, are there any post-storm things I should be expecting or is it likely to just be a regular beach vacation?
posted by nerdcore around Maui, HI at 9:55 PM - 6 answers

I'll be traveling to Maui next week and just realized that there will be some closures due to the government shutdown. It looks like Haleakala will be closed - does that just cover visitor centers and bathrooms and such, or will the entire park be physically inaccessible? Any portions of the Road to Hana affected? What else should I be aware of, either on Maui or about air travel in general during this time? Thanks!
posted by mshrike around Maui, HI at 10:14 AM - 4 answers

We ended up biting the bullet on tickets to Maui for our spring break in March yesterday (arriving 3/10). You guys were awesome when we went to the Big Island last year- where should we stay and what should we do in Maui? [more inside]
posted by charmedimsure around Maui, HI at 6:19 PM - 17 answers

Going to Maui. Where do people park cars to visit various beaches? [more inside]
posted by KimikoPi around Maui, HI at 1:25 AM - 5 answers

Maui beaches! Where to go? I'm overwhelmed with the choices. Staying in Nohonani condo next week (Lahaina) and with or without car, looking for nicest beaches to hit. [more inside]
posted by kinetic around Maui, HI at 3:44 AM - 5 answers

I'm leaving for Maui in two days. I'm pretty damn familiar with the island, but anyone have anything in particular I should do in the two weeks I'm there? [more inside]
posted by threeturtles around Maui, HI at 11:12 PM - 2 answers

How can I make our Maui condo Christmas feel, well, sufficiently Christmassy for my children (and for myself, as I am an embarrassingly huge traditional-Christmas freak)? [more inside]
posted by purenitrous around Maui, HI at 2:08 PM - 12 answers

We're leaving Maui tomorrow and the flight is at 10.30pm. We got a late checkout (1pm) but what is there to do that can take up huge blocks of time? We've already gone to Hana and up to Haleakala, and would rather not do them again. We're staying in West Maui(Honokawai), but we could drive down to South Maui if it matters. I think we'd prefer to stay off the beach since the wife is a bit sunburned, and the prospects of showers before the flight are limited. We've already looked into getting an extra night, but it doesn't work out with the condo. Any other suggestions are good suggestions.
posted by tehdiplomat around Maui, HI at 6:10 PM - 14 answers

What part of Maui should we go to for a relaxed, romantic honeymoon? After a fair bit of research, we're thinking of renting a condo, probably on the West side, although even that's not firm. The question is which part of Maui? This thread has us leaning toward Napili or Kihei but since we've never been there before it all feels a bit like a shot in the dark, especially since condo rental sites like VRBO are so huge and confusing. [more inside]
posted by mostlymartha around Maui, HI at 2:38 PM - 23 answers

Where should we stay in Maui? [more inside]
posted by joelhunt around Maui, HI at 1:35 PM - 21 answers

Anyone feel like Helping me and my sister have a good time in Maui??? [more inside]
posted by Benzle around Maui, HI at 12:27 AM - 6 answers

My husband and I are traveling to Maui and the Big Island of Hawaii in a week. We only have 8 days between the two islands, and want to make the most of it. What should we do while we're there? [more inside]
posted by I_love_the_rain around Maui, HI at 7:27 PM - 16 answers

Looking for a awesome Maui Hotel / Resort. I will be in Maui with my wife from June 15 - June 20th. None of the Maui threads make specific recommendations. Looking for a great resort with good food, good spa, and a awesome pool. I don't mind paying a lot for this. Has anyone been to Maui and had a great hotel / resort experience. I would prefer to be in the NW corner of the island, but am not to concerned.
posted by jasondigitized around Maui, HI at 7:23 AM - 10 answers

How dangerous or hair raising is the road to Hana? [more inside]
posted by Listener around Maui, HI at 10:17 PM - 18 answers

Considering the difference in rates, would an "Ocean view" room be worth the money (instead of a "Garden view" room) in a Maui resort on my honeymoon? [more inside]
posted by CrazyLemonade around Maui, HI at 2:18 PM - 20 answers

Seeking specific South Maui condo/ohana/cottage recommendations. [more inside]
posted by sulaine around Maui, HI at 8:26 AM - 3 answers

So it looks like it's going to be Maui, for about 10 days in early January. woot! Advice on lodging would be spectaculariffic. We'd like to split our time roughly evenly between the beaches and the mountains, with the goal of avoiding children and tourist traps. [more inside]
posted by Saucy Intruder around Maui, HI at 5:43 AM - 9 answers