Archive for June, 2008
Wind surfing Maui
Author: mauiact1blog06 29th, 2008
92262ps asked:
The afternoon sea breeze makes Hookipa near Pia Town Maui famous as a wind surfers paradise. An afternoon full of great “air” and wild wipe-outs awaits you in “Wind Surfing Maui”.
Hawaii Maui Activities
read comments (11)Question on Volcano Tours on Hawaii?
Author: mauiact1blog06 25th, 2008
kmunis asked:
We will be visiting Hawaii in Oct and staying on Oahu, Lanai and Maui. However, my 6 year old son is dying to see the volcano so I’m thinking of flying over to TBI for a day. I’ve been looking into the tours and because he is so young many of the sites recommend not doing a walking tour but an air tour. Wanted to see if anyone out there has been to Volcanos National Park and agrees or disagrees. Second, if we do have to take an air tour, is there much difference between the planes and the helicopters? Thanks!
Helicopter Hawaii
We will be visiting Hawaii in Oct and staying on Oahu, Lanai and Maui. However, my 6 year old son is dying to see the volcano so I’m thinking of flying over to TBI for a day. I’ve been looking into the tours and because he is so young many of the sites recommend not doing a walking tour but an air tour. Wanted to see if anyone out there has been to Volcanos National Park and agrees or disagrees. Second, if we do have to take an air tour, is there much difference between the planes and the helicopters? Thanks!
Helicopter Hawaii
Maui Vacation Homes in a Glance
Author: mauiact1blog06 20th, 2008
Melanie Hudson asked:
The crown jewels of Hawaii, the Maui islands, are renowned in the world for their unspoiled beauty and for their popularity with world’s most hard to please guests. Maui island became a synonym for modern, environmentally conscious vacations.
The nature seems to have given its best to this part of the Hawaii, with Maui flourishing on the rich soil of volcanic origin and draining its energy from nearby hills which also protect the island from winds of Pacific. Long evening walks and the sun drowning into the Pacific, scenes matched only by Hollywood’s most romantic pictures. The total effect is just too appealing. Maui really casts the spell over its visitors.
This place has turned out to be one of the most popular vacation destinations for people from all over the globe. As a matter of fact, over two million people from the US and Canada alone visit this place annually. Maui really stands out in terms of popularity, luxury and attraction.
The consequence of popularity is skyrocketing interest in Maui vacation homes. They are ideal for those who want to cherish the beauty of this place without being hindered by any hassles of the world around us. Maui vacation homes can be found in populated Maui center as well as special vacation home communities which have been designed solely for the purpose of vacation home seekers.
For true relaxation with nothing but privacy all around you and with the all present touch of the beautiful nature, vacation homes alongside the beach should do the trick. Not everyone needs the privacy of a vacation home in Maui, but than again Maui vacation homes offer many advantages to those luxury hotels usually found on Maui.
There are so many things to do in Maui that you can hardly manage your events. Maui vacation homes are just what they promise to be, the facility that gets as close to that “home feeling” as possible. If you like to prepare your own meal, wash your own clothes, if you like to enjoy the luxury of your own apartment, Maui vacation homes have it all.
A special kind of hospitality and ambient can be experienced in top extravagance Maui vacation homes. Among others there are some mind blowing vacation homes in Maui, traditionally designed but equipped with high class furniture, spacious rooms, extraordinary beautiful surroundings, very own luxury bbq, swimming pool, xxl bathrooms, sauna, private club rooms with luxury furniture and mandatory billiard, to mention just few of the highlights.
Regardless how well equipped the true pizzazz to the overall experience is ensured through the beauty of the island itself. The island has thousands of interesting spots to offer and Maui vacation homes are always situated near one of them. When searching for the suitable vacation home, there is always clearly stated the distance to the sea, with luxury vacation homes in Maui this usually means a stone throw away from the beach.
Not only does the island itself offer many activities, the character of the Pacific climate makes Maui a Mecca for water sports especially wind-water sports. The Maui vacation homes come in a wide range of varieties. They are sure to meet your budget plans as well, however varied they be.
Helicopter Tours In Maui
The crown jewels of Hawaii, the Maui islands, are renowned in the world for their unspoiled beauty and for their popularity with world’s most hard to please guests. Maui island became a synonym for modern, environmentally conscious vacations.
The nature seems to have given its best to this part of the Hawaii, with Maui flourishing on the rich soil of volcanic origin and draining its energy from nearby hills which also protect the island from winds of Pacific. Long evening walks and the sun drowning into the Pacific, scenes matched only by Hollywood’s most romantic pictures. The total effect is just too appealing. Maui really casts the spell over its visitors.
This place has turned out to be one of the most popular vacation destinations for people from all over the globe. As a matter of fact, over two million people from the US and Canada alone visit this place annually. Maui really stands out in terms of popularity, luxury and attraction.
The consequence of popularity is skyrocketing interest in Maui vacation homes. They are ideal for those who want to cherish the beauty of this place without being hindered by any hassles of the world around us. Maui vacation homes can be found in populated Maui center as well as special vacation home communities which have been designed solely for the purpose of vacation home seekers.
For true relaxation with nothing but privacy all around you and with the all present touch of the beautiful nature, vacation homes alongside the beach should do the trick. Not everyone needs the privacy of a vacation home in Maui, but than again Maui vacation homes offer many advantages to those luxury hotels usually found on Maui.
There are so many things to do in Maui that you can hardly manage your events. Maui vacation homes are just what they promise to be, the facility that gets as close to that “home feeling” as possible. If you like to prepare your own meal, wash your own clothes, if you like to enjoy the luxury of your own apartment, Maui vacation homes have it all.
A special kind of hospitality and ambient can be experienced in top extravagance Maui vacation homes. Among others there are some mind blowing vacation homes in Maui, traditionally designed but equipped with high class furniture, spacious rooms, extraordinary beautiful surroundings, very own luxury bbq, swimming pool, xxl bathrooms, sauna, private club rooms with luxury furniture and mandatory billiard, to mention just few of the highlights.
Regardless how well equipped the true pizzazz to the overall experience is ensured through the beauty of the island itself. The island has thousands of interesting spots to offer and Maui vacation homes are always situated near one of them. When searching for the suitable vacation home, there is always clearly stated the distance to the sea, with luxury vacation homes in Maui this usually means a stone throw away from the beach.
Not only does the island itself offer many activities, the character of the Pacific climate makes Maui a Mecca for water sports especially wind-water sports. The Maui vacation homes come in a wide range of varieties. They are sure to meet your budget plans as well, however varied they be.
Helicopter Tours In Maui
Top 10 Things To Do On Maui
Author: mauiact1blog06 19th, 2008
Chris Sutton asked:
Are you planning a trip to Maui? You are not alone if you are one of the many people that want to see and visit this beautiful and amazing island. The second largest island on Hawaii, Maui is cram-packed with things to see and do. Time and time again it has been chosen as the best island in the world and it’s no surprise why.
If you are going to Maui, your question will not be of what to do but instead of what to do first? There are so many great sights to see, things to do, places to go and more that you might feel you can never see and do it all in one trip. (Maybe this is why so many people make repeat visits to Maui).
1. Go to a Luau - You can’t visit Hawaii without seeing a luau and Maui knows how to do them right! Even some of the hotels that you might stay at in Maui have great beachside luaus as well as restaurant and resort package deals. Luaus will feature authentic Hawaiian food such as kalua pig, poin and haupia (coconut pudding) and usually a buffet spread of more familiar foods.
2. Go biking- If you don’t mind some physical activity, you should see Maui from a bike. In fact, there are few places in the world that are as bike-friendly as Maui. There are even bicycle tours that let you go from one end of the island to the other. There are downhill bicycle tours and slow-paced tours that let you see the farms and small towns of Upcountry and the beaches down at Paia. There are places all over the island of Maui for you to rent bikes.
3. Fine dining- There are fine places to eat and dine all over Maui. In fact, this island has the best dining in all of Maui. Many fine, experienced chefs from all over the country and even the world have come to Maui to work their magic in the restaurants here on the island. There is literally a restaurant for every taste so whether you like to experiment and try a bit of everything, or whether you are strict in your eating habits, you are sure to find plenty of great places in Maui.
4. Hiking- Another great idea while in Maui is to go hiking. There are fabulous trails that take you literally all over the island. You can even hike in the great craters such as the Haleakala and you can see waterfalls, plunge pools and much more. There is a hiking trail for everyone- no matter what your physical fitness level. Get ready to see Maui by foot!
5. Go for a drive- You would not believe some of the fantastic scenic drives on Maui. The Hana Highway is a 56 mile stretch of 54 bridges over winding lava shore, through old plantation towns, past miles of beaches and through towering forests. You might also want to take a drive to the summit of Haleakala. Haleakala crater appears like the surface of an alien planet and the views of Maui from the summit are amazing.
6. Go for a dive- Maui is the best place to visit the underwater world of Hawaii. There are many different locations for diving and there are two marine conservation areas. Molokini is a partially submerged volcanic crater offshore of Wailea. Both Lahaina and Ma’alaea have glass bottom boats and a pleasure submarine to let non-swimmers share in the beauty of underwater Maui as well.
7. Whale watching- You might already know that Maui has many beautiful and amazing sights that you can’t see anywhere else in the world. But have you ever been whale watching? From November through April each year, Maui welcomes the humpback whale and you can join in the celebration and catch some whale-watching of your own. The endangered species comes here to Hawaii to mate and it’s truly a sight like no other.
8. Shopping- Where would your vacation be without some fabulous shopping? With so many shops and stores to choose from, you simply can’t see Mau without leaving with some fantastic souvenirs. There are also many shops in Maui that contain specialty items unique to Hawaii and Maui such as one of a kind jewelry, glass work and more.
9. Sightseeing- You can’t visit Maui without enjoying the many great sights there are to see. There are many historic locations such as Lahaina, old Hawaiian churches, the whaling history museums and much more. There is so much to learn about the island and so much to see, you will wonder if you have enough time to do it all!
10. Swimming and Snorkeling- Well of course since you are here at the island, you must go swimming. Even if you are not an avid swimmer, you can take a quick dip and get your body wet. Or you might enjoy snorkeling at one of many great locations. Maui has over 80 beaches and over 120 miles of coast to choose from!
Helicopter Tour Maui
Are you planning a trip to Maui? You are not alone if you are one of the many people that want to see and visit this beautiful and amazing island. The second largest island on Hawaii, Maui is cram-packed with things to see and do. Time and time again it has been chosen as the best island in the world and it’s no surprise why.
If you are going to Maui, your question will not be of what to do but instead of what to do first? There are so many great sights to see, things to do, places to go and more that you might feel you can never see and do it all in one trip. (Maybe this is why so many people make repeat visits to Maui).
1. Go to a Luau - You can’t visit Hawaii without seeing a luau and Maui knows how to do them right! Even some of the hotels that you might stay at in Maui have great beachside luaus as well as restaurant and resort package deals. Luaus will feature authentic Hawaiian food such as kalua pig, poin and haupia (coconut pudding) and usually a buffet spread of more familiar foods.
2. Go biking- If you don’t mind some physical activity, you should see Maui from a bike. In fact, there are few places in the world that are as bike-friendly as Maui. There are even bicycle tours that let you go from one end of the island to the other. There are downhill bicycle tours and slow-paced tours that let you see the farms and small towns of Upcountry and the beaches down at Paia. There are places all over the island of Maui for you to rent bikes.
3. Fine dining- There are fine places to eat and dine all over Maui. In fact, this island has the best dining in all of Maui. Many fine, experienced chefs from all over the country and even the world have come to Maui to work their magic in the restaurants here on the island. There is literally a restaurant for every taste so whether you like to experiment and try a bit of everything, or whether you are strict in your eating habits, you are sure to find plenty of great places in Maui.
4. Hiking- Another great idea while in Maui is to go hiking. There are fabulous trails that take you literally all over the island. You can even hike in the great craters such as the Haleakala and you can see waterfalls, plunge pools and much more. There is a hiking trail for everyone- no matter what your physical fitness level. Get ready to see Maui by foot!
5. Go for a drive- You would not believe some of the fantastic scenic drives on Maui. The Hana Highway is a 56 mile stretch of 54 bridges over winding lava shore, through old plantation towns, past miles of beaches and through towering forests. You might also want to take a drive to the summit of Haleakala. Haleakala crater appears like the surface of an alien planet and the views of Maui from the summit are amazing.
6. Go for a dive- Maui is the best place to visit the underwater world of Hawaii. There are many different locations for diving and there are two marine conservation areas. Molokini is a partially submerged volcanic crater offshore of Wailea. Both Lahaina and Ma’alaea have glass bottom boats and a pleasure submarine to let non-swimmers share in the beauty of underwater Maui as well.
7. Whale watching- You might already know that Maui has many beautiful and amazing sights that you can’t see anywhere else in the world. But have you ever been whale watching? From November through April each year, Maui welcomes the humpback whale and you can join in the celebration and catch some whale-watching of your own. The endangered species comes here to Hawaii to mate and it’s truly a sight like no other.
8. Shopping- Where would your vacation be without some fabulous shopping? With so many shops and stores to choose from, you simply can’t see Mau without leaving with some fantastic souvenirs. There are also many shops in Maui that contain specialty items unique to Hawaii and Maui such as one of a kind jewelry, glass work and more.
9. Sightseeing- You can’t visit Maui without enjoying the many great sights there are to see. There are many historic locations such as Lahaina, old Hawaiian churches, the whaling history museums and much more. There is so much to learn about the island and so much to see, you will wonder if you have enough time to do it all!
10. Swimming and Snorkeling- Well of course since you are here at the island, you must go swimming. Even if you are not an avid swimmer, you can take a quick dip and get your body wet. Or you might enjoy snorkeling at one of many great locations. Maui has over 80 beaches and over 120 miles of coast to choose from!
Helicopter Tour Maui
MAUI SNORKEL TOUR
Author: mauiact1blog06 18th, 2008
PureDIGITALMaui asked:
Maui snorkel tour to Molokini Crater & Turtletown.
10.04.06 / AM Charter Maui Dive Shop
Activities In Maui Hawaii
Maui, Hawaii
Author: mauiact1blog06 11th, 2008
mauisima asked:
Maui: Kaanapali, Lahaina, Maalaea, Wailea
Lanai: Hulopoe Bay Marine Sanctuary, Manele Bay
Hawaii July 2007
Maui Activities
Maui - A Perfect Destination For Beach Lovers
Author: mauiact1blog06 11th, 2008
James Hunt asked:
If you’re looking to get away from your troubles and spend your time on an idyllic beach, Maui is the spot you should visit. There are endless amounts of activities you can do while you’re there or you can just lie on a sandy beach with a tropical drink in your hand each day. That’s the beauty about Maui; it is an incredibly versatile vacation destination because it offers miles of beautiful, serene beach to lie on and it also provides you with exciting and exhilarating outdoor activities as well.
If you’ve come to explore Maui, you won’t be disappointed. You will find that there are many great ways to see the island in its entirety. You can take a tour, ride bikes, hike, take a boat ride or even take a helicopter ride through this majestic island. If you love water sports, Maui has you covered. You can ski, surf, body board and parasail through a deep blue ocean filled with exotic marine life.
If you’re looking to relax rather than fill your days with activities, Maui is perfect for you as well. You can suntan on the beach, read that novel you’ve been putting off and swim in the ocean whenever you get a little too warm. If you’re going with your significant other, this is the perfect opportunity to spend some quality time together without interruption. The hotel that you’re staying at (if it’s on the beach) will offer great low-key activities for you to engage in as well. You can try out yoga on the beach, horseback riding or going for a midnight jog along the ocean’s edge.
Shopping is fantastic in Maui as well. You can catch a ride into town and visit some of the local shops so you can take back souvenirs for your loved ones. So, from great food to beaches to hiking, Maui has everything you could possibly want from a vacation spot and more.
Helicopter Ride Maui
If you’re looking to get away from your troubles and spend your time on an idyllic beach, Maui is the spot you should visit. There are endless amounts of activities you can do while you’re there or you can just lie on a sandy beach with a tropical drink in your hand each day. That’s the beauty about Maui; it is an incredibly versatile vacation destination because it offers miles of beautiful, serene beach to lie on and it also provides you with exciting and exhilarating outdoor activities as well.
If you’ve come to explore Maui, you won’t be disappointed. You will find that there are many great ways to see the island in its entirety. You can take a tour, ride bikes, hike, take a boat ride or even take a helicopter ride through this majestic island. If you love water sports, Maui has you covered. You can ski, surf, body board and parasail through a deep blue ocean filled with exotic marine life.
If you’re looking to relax rather than fill your days with activities, Maui is perfect for you as well. You can suntan on the beach, read that novel you’ve been putting off and swim in the ocean whenever you get a little too warm. If you’re going with your significant other, this is the perfect opportunity to spend some quality time together without interruption. The hotel that you’re staying at (if it’s on the beach) will offer great low-key activities for you to engage in as well. You can try out yoga on the beach, horseback riding or going for a midnight jog along the ocean’s edge.
Shopping is fantastic in Maui as well. You can catch a ride into town and visit some of the local shops so you can take back souvenirs for your loved ones. So, from great food to beaches to hiking, Maui has everything you could possibly want from a vacation spot and more.
Helicopter Ride Maui