Travelers headed to Hawaii for the first time often ask travel agents, “Which islands should I visit?   In my opinion, you can’t go wrong with Maui because it has so many natural attractions, such a varied landscape, a wide variety of accommodations ranging from high end resorts to cozy beachfront condos, and so many things to do! 

Who will have a wonderful time in Maui?

Beachlovers: Kind of a no-brainer, but consider how many you have to choose from!  

The following are just the tip of the iceberg:

• Kaanapali Beach -- probably the most well known, but also the most crowded because many resort hotels and condos stretch along its length
• Makena Beach State Park -- made up of Big Beach and Little Beach, it’s the one photographers flock to
• Baldwin Beach Park -- popular with tourists because of easy access and conveniences
• Honolua Bay -- popular with surfers and snorkelers
• Kapalua Bay -- less populated as it has few conveniences, features calmer waters, so it’s good for kids and beginner snorkelers

Active Sports Lovers can enjoy:

• Golf --Maui’s many courses are rated as some of the best in the US
• Surfing -- If you don’t know how, there are lessons for young and old
• Snorkeling -- Take an excursion to Molokini, an extinct volcanic cone that houses many of Hawaii’s unique species of marine life
• Biking  -- Take a sunrise bike tour to the top of Mt. Haleakala or a Pineapple Express trail ride
• Hiking --the Kings Garden trail will lead you through rainforests, ancient ruins and waterfall vistas
• Sportfishing -- mahi mahi, oho and ahi abound.  Catch a charter boat in Lahaina or Ma’alaea

Sightseers won’t want to miss these “must see” attractions:

• The Iao Valley State Park, where you’ll see the Iao Needle, a sacred place for ancient Hawaiians and now a popular landmark with easily accessible hiking trails
• The road to Hana --a 65 mile long road featuring sharp switchbacks and narrow bridges which links Lahaina with the town of Hana, ending at Seven Sacred Pools, a true tropical paradise.
• The sunrise on Haleakala -- It’s chilly up there and there are few visitor services, but the view is unparalleled 

Maui is truly a destination that everyone will enjoy, and I want to help you make the most of your time there.

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