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 See How Cane Becomes Grain |
3957 Hansen Rd (at the intersection of Pu'unene Avenue and Hansen Road) Maui and Molokai, HI 96784 United States +1 808 871 8058 http://www.sugarmuseum.com/ |
While one could not say that all roads lead to this museum, it could certainly seem that way to Maui drivers. Located at one of the largest intersections on Maui, it is adjacent to Maui's main sugar factory. The pungent aroma of sugar cane permeates the air for miles. The museum provides visitors with extensive information on the history of the sugar industry, as well as details about its cultivation and production. Many exhibits are interactive, making use of modern effects. There is a gift shop onsite. Admission is USD5 for adults and USD2 children ages 6-17. Children 5 and under are free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 You cannot miss it |
Front Street (between Hotel and Canal streets) Maui and Molokai, HI 96761 United States http://www.co.maui.hi.us/depar... |
If you visit downtown Lahaina, you are sure to happen across this tree. If you did not plan on visiting downtown Lahaina, you should change your plans so that you can see this major landmark. The tree is well over 100 years old, and will probably endure for several hundred more years. It is 60 feet high and covers 200 feet of space. With 12 trunks and several hundred drooping branches, it looks more like a miniature jungle than anything else. Locals make crafts under its shade, boys swing from the branches and tourists stare in amazement. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic whaling museum |
Lahaina Small Boat Harbor Maui and Molokai, HI 96761 United States +1 808 661 3262 (Lahaina Restoration Foundation) |
The town of Lahaina was a prominent port for Pacific Ocean whaling for 50 years. This unique floating museum, which is actually a 90-foot replica of a square-rigged 19th-century merchant ship, contains historical artifacts and details about whaling in Lahaina. Featured exhibits include recordings of whale songs and an original Alaskan whaling boat. Films about whaling and humpbacks are presented throughout the day. This is a fun outing for anyone interested in marine history. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Jewel on the road to Hana |
Hana Highway between Kahului and Keanae Maui and Molokai, HI 96713 United States +1 808 572 6453 |
Located just past Mile Marker 10 on the road to Hana (Highway 36) are the verdant tropical gardens where the opening sequence of "Jurassic Park" was filmed. The 26-acre park, designed by Alan Bradbury with the aim of restoring the area's natural ecosystem, contains 500+ trees, plants and flowers native to the Pacific islands. Stroll along Maui's best nature trails and enjoy a leisurely lunch in a lush picnic area. This is a great activity for nature lovers and families with children. Admission: $3 per person. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Visit the natural wonders |
End of Haleakala Highway Maui and Molokai, HI 96768 United States +1 808 572 4400 http://www.nps.gov/hale/ |
There are a never-ending variety of natural wonders in this enormous park, including the eerie floor of the crater and the magical Kipahulu Valley, much of which is closed to tourists. A seven-day pass is USD5 or USD10 per vehicle. Explore Haleakala with an experienced guide or stick with the established trails. Weather conditions can change drastically at the summit. Bring food, water and proper clothing for every member of the group if you plan on hiking. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Hana Coast Gallery |
5031 Hana Highway (At the Hana-Maui Hotel) Hana, HI 96713 United States +1 800 637 0188 http://www.hanacoast.com/ |
Art critics call this the best cultural art gallery in the islands. It features furniture made out of extinct wood that has been helicoptered out of Haleakala Crater and paintings by artists who have not exhibited in any gallery for 25 years or more. Visitors will also find feather art composed of 10,000 feathers that were gathered from captive birds as they molted, then hand-washed, dyed and strung one by one on a framework. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic Museum and Village |
4974 Uakea Road (Mailing: P.O. Box 27) Maui and Molokai, HI 96713 United States +1 808 248 8622 http://www.hookele.com/hccm/ |
Dedicated to preserving the history of Hana, this non-profit cultural center includes a museum and a replica of an early Hawaiian village. The Hale Waiwai O Hana (House of Treasures) museum contains more than 5,000 photographs as well as several hundred artifacts, documents and books. Relics include traditional tools and utensils, sacred stones, quilts and koa statues. The Kauhale O Hana (village) consists of four traditional thatched-roof buildings. There is also a gift shop worth checking out. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Epic, dangerous beauty |
on the Hana Highway (just past Paia Town) Maui and Molokai, HI 96768 United States http://www.co.maui.hi.us/depar... |
The first sight of Ho'okipa is likely to make a visitor pull the car over and stare. From the vantage point of the highway or the parking lot, one can appreciate the spectacle: a seemingly endless expanse of deep blue water, white rock and crashing waves. This beach has been called the windsurfing capital of the world and is popular with daredevil surfers as well. However, it is not recommended that you swim here. The surf is as perilous as it is beautiful, and sharp coral reefs lurk below the waves. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous Maui Focal Point |
Iao Valley Road (in Iao Valley State Park, base of mountains) Maui and Molokai, HI 96793 United States |
Towering in the sky above Iao Valley, this green-covered mountain peak is one of Maui's most famous sites. It's the first picture that people take upon visiting the valley, even though most of them don't venture any closer than the parking lot. However, the base of the Needle is an excellent spot for picnicking, splashing around or hiking. Bring a lunch and a lot of mosquito repellent, and prepare to spend a few idyllic hours. Hikers, stay in the marked trails and follow basic safety rules at all times. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Verdant tropical park |
End of Highway 32 Maui and Molokai, HI 96793 United States +1 808 587 0300 |
The focal point of this park is the Iao Needle. A natural rock formation covered in green moss, it towers 2,000 feet over the park. There are several routes to hike to the Needle. There are also clearings, gardens and a spacious picnic area. Iao Valley was the site of a huge, bloody battle hundreds of years ago, and some locals believe that parts of it are still haunted. A much less romantic and more tangible threat comes from the clouds of mosquitoes that lurk near the streams and attack unwary visitors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Maui's most famous beach |
Ka'anapali, western shore of Maui Maui and Molokai, HI 96761 United States +1 808 667 5900 |
Along with Wailea, this is the resort hotspot of the island. Ka'anapali is Maui's equivalent of Waikiki Beach, although it comes nowhere close to being that big or busy. The entire beach is open to the public. Access is available through resort grounds, as are public restrooms and showers. Plenty of shops and restaurants are located right along the strip. The sands are warm and gold; the water is clear and flat. A major Ka'anapali landmark is Black Rock. Once known as soul's leap, this rock is still a popular jumping point for locals and particularly brave visitors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular South Kihei Beaches |
S Kihei Rd Maui and Molokai, HI 96753 United States |
The "Kams," as they are known, span about a mile along the coast of South Kihei. On sunny days, the Kams fill up with adults, kids and entire groups of all ages. Frisbees sail, stereos blast, and tiny children splash in the equally tiny waves. The small waves create an easy spot to launch from for ocean kayaking fun. While these beaches are often disparaged as being too crowded or too dirty, they are head and shoulders above any mainland beach. The grass is green, the sand is soft and the sun is seemingly always out. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Former Pineapple Cannery |
1221 Honoapiilani Highway Maui and Molokai, HI 96761 United States +1 808 661 5304 http://www.lahainacannerymall.com |
Located in historic Lahaina Town, this former cannery has an authentic Island flavor but is home to a number of chain stores as well. It is the only fully enclosed shopping center on the island and features more than 50 shops and eateries. Live entertainment is showcased weekly in the center of the mall. Shops include a plethora of Island originals including Serendipity, Maui WaterWear, Longs Drugs Store and Hawaiian Island Gems. Grab a drink and dinner at Sir Wilfred's Coffee or Compadres Mexican Bar & Grill. Credit card acceptance varies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Aloha manana! |
648 Wharf Street Lahaina Maui and Molokai, HI 96761 United States +1 808 661 1959 / +1 888 310 1117 (toll free) http://www.visitlahaina.com/ |
An interactive museum with touch and feel displays, video exhibits on flat-screen TV's, live demonstrations, exhibits and artifacts that grace its newly varnished walls, this museum endeavors to keep alive the rich culture and bonhomie that is native to the Aloha State, Hawaii!!! There are precious curios and other symbols of the native tribe that once ruled the islands. Be sure to visit the Lahaina Visitor's Center and the gift shop, both within this facility. The place has an ancient charm that could bewitch the unsuspecting. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Breathtaking natural splendor |
Wailea Alanui Rd (south of Wailea at Pu'u Ola'i) Maui and Molokai, HI 96753 United States +1 808 270 7383 http://www.co.maui.hi.us/depar... |
With its seemingly endless expanse of golden sand beach and perfect bodysurfing waves, this beach is a must-see. Big Beach is the number one spot for sunbathing and swimming. Little Beach, a five-minute hike up and over rocks, is a world-famous nude beach. It also has the best boogie-boarding and bodysurfing on the island; hence the large numbers of young local boys dispersed amongst the nudists. Always watch the weather reports and posted signs. Makena can get rough, and the shallow break makes it easy to get bumped around in the waves. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hana's Ka'eleku Caverns |
205 Uaino Road P.O. Box 40 Maui and Molokai, HI 96713 United States +1 808 248 7308 http://www.mauicave.com |
Let it be known up front: these caverns are not, as was supposed, an ancient burial ground. If this revelation does not disappoint you too much, then perhaps this is the spelunking experience for you. Excursions range from a quick 50-minute lava tube tour to a six-hour adventure that is advertised as a journey to the center of the earth. You will view some breathtaking sights, including ancient stalactites, ledges and the stunning Dancing Sunbeam Skylight. Two different excursions are available. Call for prices and more information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular New Attraction |
192 Ma'alaea Road off Highway 30, Ma'alaea Harbor Village Maui and Molokai, HI 96793 United States +1 808 270 7000 http://www.mauioceancenter.com |
Touted as the largest tropical aquarium in the Western Hemisphere, this impressive oceanfront aquarium has quickly become one of most popular attractions of Maui . With more than 50 marine habitats, a massive ocean exhibit and a Whale Discovery Center, this is a must-see for anyone interested in the undersea world. Guided tours and audio guides are available, and there is an entertaining Keiki Program for the little ones. Check out the Marine Mammal Discovery Center here—it is educational and fun too! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Or "The Seven Sacred Pools" |
At the end of the Hana Highway (15 minutes past Hana Town) Maui and Molokai, HI 96713 United States +1 808 572 4400 http://www.nps.gov/hale/index.htm |
One of the most magical natural wonders in the world, this destination is also known as The Seven Sacred Pools. It is located about three hours along the twisting Hana Highway, past tiny Hana town, sits a one-lane bridge. Oheo Gulch is made up of many waterfalls and pools, one leading into the other. Conditions allowing, it can be a fantastic place to swim. The pools are of varying sizes and elevations, and lead straight out to the ocean. Note: Do not swim in the pool nearest the ocean. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cultural and culinary masterpiece |
1251 Front St (across from Lahaina Cannery Mall) Maui and Molokai, HI 96761 United States +1 808 667 1998 / +1 800 248 5828 http://www.oldlahainaluau.com/ |
Regarded as one of Hawaii's best luaus, this West Maui spectacle has been featured in National Geographic Traveler and many other publications. It recently moved to a new, larger location, which is modeled after an old-fashioned village and specially designed to showcase the ancient arts featured onstage. Entertainment includes musical presentations, hula dances, craft demonstrations and more. A lavish buffet featuring roasted pork is accompanied by tropical drinks. Admission: USD82.29 (tax included) adults; USD51.04 (tax included) children 2-12. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Maui's Biggest & Best |
275 W Ka'ahumanu Ave Maui and Molokai, HI 96732 United States +1 808 877 3369 http://www.queenkaahumanucente... |
Both levels of this popular shopping mall are filled with boutiques, specialty shops and restaurants. Local entertainment is featured regularly on the main stage, and Maui's largest movie theater is on the top floor. The food court features favorite chains and local stands. Shops include Forever 21, Tempo Music, Tropical Tantrum and Shapers. Hawaii's largest department store, Liberty House, and favorite Japanese department store, Shirokiya, are also found here. Koho, on the bottom floor near Bank of Hawai'i, is a popular breakfast spot. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine art in Lahaina Town |
802 Front Street Maui and Molokai, HI 96761 United States +1 808 667 4030 |
Of more than a hundred Maui galleries, this is one of the best. Among the masters on display are Carmello Sortino, lauded local sculptor Steven Turnbull and one-name wonder Gorban. One of the featured artists is the young Vladimir Kush, a 35-year-old Russian wunderkind comparable to a 21st Century Dali. Painting, sculptures and mixed media art are optimally displayed in the spacious salon. On Friday and Saturday evenings, artists visit the gallery to talk with fans. Live music is featured on the salon nights. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From Kaanapali to Lahaina |
975 Limahana Pl (#203) Maui and Molokai, HI 96761 United States +1 808 667 6851 / +1 800 499 2307 http://www.sugarcanetrain.com |
In the early days of Hawaii's Western colonization, trains were used to haul sugar cane from one spot to the other. Eventually, more modern forms of transportation became popular, and today almost nothing can be seen of the original Hawaiian railroads. However, the tracks between Lahaina and Ka'anapali are still functional, and the cherry-red Sugar Cane Train still travels them regularly. A dinner ride is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Volcano Air Tours |
1 Kahului Airport Road, Unit 5 Kahului Airport, Commuter Terminal Building Kahului, HI 96732 United States +1 808 877 5500 http://www.volcanoairtours.com |
It is hard to imagine a more dramatic spectacle than the active Kilauea Volcano. Now visitors to Maui can take this company's helicopter tour over to the Big Island to view the volcano. Tours depart from Kapalua, West Maui Airport and Kahului, Maui. The heli-tour also passes over Maunakea, Hilo and Hana. This is a fantastic way to view a few of Hawaii's most amazing attractions within a two-hour period. Charters are also available. It is recommended that you book tours a few days in advance. Call for pricing information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stroll & Shop by the Sea |
2435 Ka'anapali Pkwy Maui and Molokai, HI 96761 United States +1 808 661 4567 http://www.whalersvillage.com |
This is the only oceanfront shopping area on the island. Lushly landscaped and quite convenient to the Ka'anapali resorts, this is a popular West Maui tourist destination. Between 60 and 70 shops and restaurants are in the village, ranging from Waldenbooks to Chanel. Cinnamon Girl, Maui Dive Shop and Lahaina Scrimshaw are just a few of the local merchants you will find. Favorite dining spots include the Rusty Harpoon and Hula Grill. Shuttles transport tourists from various locations in West Maui to the shopping center. Credit card acceptance varies by merchant. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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