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M AUI : T HE M AGIC I SLE Stand above a sea of clouds high atop Haleakala. Watch a 45-

foot whale breach off the coast of Lahaina. Lose count of thewaterfalls along the road as you maneuver the hairpin turns of theHana highway. ne visit and it!s easy to see why "aui is called

#$he "agic %sle.&$he second largest Hawaiian island has a smaller population

than you!d e'pect( making "aui popular with visitors who arelooking for sophisticated diversions and amenities in the smalltowns and airy resorts spread throughout the island.

)rom the scenic slopes of fertile *pcountry "aui to beaches that have repeatedly been votedamong the best in the world( a visit to the "agic %sle recharges the senses. +ut like every good magictrick( you!ll have to see it for yourself to believe it.

Y OUR F IRST T RIP TO M AUI $he thought of lying on sun soaked beaches regularly named #the best& by travel maga,ines is

enough to make any of your friends ealous. +ut once you arrive on "aui( you!ll see there!s so muchmore for them to envy.

"ost flights arrive at "aui!s main airport( ahului /irport 0112. "any airlines fly direct to"aui while others include "aui as a stopover. 3ou!ll find resorts and hotels of every si,e and budgetin apalua( aanapali( Lahaina( ihei( "akena and Wailea on the sunny western coast as well asone resort in Hana in ast "aui. %t!s about a 45-minute drive from ahului /irport to Lahaina.

nce you!ve settled in you!ll want to e'plore "aui!s sweeping canvas of attractions. $he western(or leeward side( is the drier side of the island and features "aui!s world-famous beaches including thebeautiful aanapali +each( home to a nightly sunset cliff diving ceremony. West "aui is also home to

historic Lahaina( where you can find great shopping( dining and entertainment.$he eastern( or windward side( of the island is the wetter side of the island( home to the lush %ao

alley and the scenic road to Hana. $he cool( elevated slopes of Haleakala are where you can find thefarms and gardens of *pcountry "aui and the soaring summit of Haleakala 6ational 7ark. $here isso much to see and do on "aui it!s best to plan ahead. 8ust don!t forget to send your friends apostcard.

W EST M AUI $he sunny northwest coast of "aui was once a retrea

for Hawaiian royalty and the capitol of the Hawaiianingdom. $oday( West "aui is home to ama,ing resortsshopping( restaurants and a wealth of activities.

Walk the streets of historic Lahaina and take a whalewatching or sunset cruise from Lahaina harbor. Watch thesunset cliff diving ceremony at +lack 9ock on beautifuaanapali +each. 1olf at the championship level coursesof apalua. r watch pro surfers at famous Honolua +aySee why West "aui was the favorite of Hawaiian royalty.

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K AANAPALI B EACH With three miles of white sand and crystal clear water( it!s no

wonder why aanapali +each was once named /merica!s +est+each. )ronting aanapali!s hotels and resorts( this formerretreat for the royalty of "aui is now a popular getaway for theworld.

aanapali was Hawaii!s first planned resort and has become

a model for resorts around the globe. )ive hotels and si'condominium villages face this renowned beach. /lso frontingaanapali is the open air Whalers illage( a world-classshopping comple' that has a variety of e'ceptional shops andrestaurants( a renowned whaling museum and free Hawaiianentertainment. aanapali also has two championship golfcourses( the 9oyal aanapali and the aanapali ai( where

you may even see a breaching whale as you try to line up a shot.ne of aanapali +each!s most famous attractions is the daily cliff diving ceremony off

of the beach!s northernmost cliffs known as 7uu ekaa( or +lack 9ock. Held every evening

at sunset( a cliff diver lights the torches along the cliff( diving off of +lack 9ock in areenactment of a feat by "aui!s revered ing ahekili. $his memorable ceremony is ustone more reason why aanapali +each ranks as one of "aui!s signature beaches.

K APALUA apalua( loosely translated to #arms embracing

the sea(& is one of "aui!s premier resort areaslocated at the foot of the verdant ahalawai( orWest "aui mountains. apalua!s lovely shoreline islined with five bays and three white-sand beaches(

one of which was named #$he +est +each in/merica& by the *niversity of "aryland!sLaboratory of :oastal 9esearch.

%n the ;<==!s apalua was known as the Honolua 9anch and then the Honolua7lantation. $oday the >?(===-acre( master-planned apalua 9esort is home to the 9it,-:arlton apalua( award-winning restaurants( more than >= bouti@ue shops( historic sitesand two renowned golf courses( including the 7lantation :ourse( home to the prestigious71/ $*9As Hyundai $ournament of :hampions 08anuary2 and the +ay :ourse( hometo the >==B apalua L71/ :lassic.

Host of the renowned apalua Wine C )ood )estival 08une2( this spectacular area(nestled amongst :ook pines and surrounded by acres of pineapple( is the perfect getawayto indulge in the lu'urious side of "aui.

L AHAINA nce known as Lele( which means #relentless sun& in Hawaiian( Lahaina is a historic

town that has been transformed into a "aui hot spot with do,ens of art galleries and a variety of uni@ue shops and restaurants.

nce the capital of the Hawaiian ingdom in the early nineteenth century( Lahainawas also a historic whaling village during the whaling boom of the mid-;<==!s. *p to ;(5==

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sailors from as many as 4== ships took leave in Lahaina including Herman "elville( whoimmortali,ed the era in his classic novel "oby Dick.

$oday( Lahaina is on the 6ational 9egister ofHistoric 7laces. 3ou can still get a feel for old Lahainaas you stroll down lively )ront Street and visit historicstops like the *.S. Seamen!s Hospital( Hale 7aaho0Lahaina 7rison2( the 7ioneer %nn and other sites on the

Lahaina Historic $rail. /ppro'imately 55 acres of oldLahaina have been set aside as historic districts.Lahaina!s sunny climate and oceanfront setting also provides the perfect backdrop for a

variety of activities and entertainment. 1et a fresh taste of Hawaii 9egional :uisine inLahaina!s fine restaurants. 1et your tickets to some of "aui!s best seaside luau where youcan eat( drink and watch the traditional dances of 7olynesia. $he award winning show*lalena at the "aui $heatre offers a +roadway-caliber production showcasing the cultureof Hawaii.

/nd during the winter months( don!t forget to set sail from Lahaina Harbor on anunforgettable whale watching tour. $he channel off the coast of Lahaina is one of the bestplaces in the world to spot humpback whales. ven these magnificent creatures can!t getenough of Lahaina.

B ANYAN T REE P ARK :ool down in the shade under one of

the largest banyan trees in the *nitedStates. %mported from %ndia and plantedin front of the Lahaina :ourthouse andLahaina Harbor on ;<E?( this sprawlingtree along )ront Street is the si,e of anentire city block and stands more than

F=-feet high. %f you need to cool down a bit( you can walk for two-thirds of an acreunder the shadow of its sweeping branches. "any events and art e'hibits are heldbeneath this popular gathering place. /t /rt in the 7ark( which takes place everysecond and fourth weekend of the month( browse for affordable paintings( limitededition prints and a wealth of crafts under the dangling vines and twelve maortrunks of this Lahaina landmark.

L AHAINA H ISTORIC T RAIL Lahaina is a town of maor historical significance.

nce the first capital of the ingdom of Hawaii( a busy

whaling port and a plantation settlement( you can followthe Lahaina Historic $rail 0/la "oolelo Lahaina2 towalk in the footsteps of Lahaina!s past today.

$his self-guided tour takes you to significant sitesthroughout 55 acres of Lahaina( many of which havebeen designated 6ational Historic Landmarks. Look forthe informative bron,e pla@ues around and about )rontStreet( pointing out do,ens of important points of interest.

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Walk the trail and you!ll see a fascinating blend of influences covering Hawaiianhistory( the whaling era( the missionaries and immigrant plantation life. $he+aldwin Home was the two-story house of 7rotestant missionaries in the mid-;<?=s.Hale 7aahao( the #stuck-in-irons house(& was a ail for rowdy sailors in the ;<5=s.Structures like the Wo Hing $emple and the Lahaina 8odo "ission highlight theinfluences of :hinese and 8apanese immigrants in "aui.

$o get a historical walking guide highlighting all F> historic sites( visit theLahaina isitor :enter in the ld Lahaina :ourthouse located between the +anyan$ree and Lahaina Harbor.

L AHAINA J ODO M ISSION

$ravel ust north up LahainaAs )ront Streetand youAll discover the Lahaina 8odo "ission.$his serene destination looks and feels more like

8apan than "aui( featuring one of the largeststatues of +uddha outside of /sia.

$he mission is a replica of an authentic 8apanese +uddhist $emple. 'plore thesepeaceful grounds and youAll discover a toweringpagoda and an enormous bron,e +uddha statue( ;> feet high and roughly three anda half tons. $he statue was installed in ;BF< to commemorate the ;==th anniversaryof the arrival of 8apanese immigrants in Hawaii. $he grounds and buildings of themission are open to the public and voluntary contributions are accepted.

L AHAINA A RT G ALLERIES

Lahaina has gained a reputation as a

renowned art market with do,ens of artgalleries. +egin your art walk at the ld

8ail 1allery run by the non-profit Lahaina/rts Society( home to ;<5 member artists.illage 1alleries is "aui!s oldest galleryshowcasing acclaimed local artists. )or fun(check out the kinetic sculptures and pop art at the "artin Lawrence 1alleries.

$o e'perience all that Lahaina!s art scene has to offer( visit /rt 6ight each )ridaybetween Epm and ;=pm. 8oin the festivities along and around )ront Street as artgalleries open their doors( inviting the public to chat with artists( view their works(

listen to music and celebrate the arts.3ou can also discover other types of uni@ue art in Lahaina( including ceramics(

handcrafted woodwork and ewelry. $his historic whaling town is also one of theworld!s largest markets for scrimshaw( the whalers! art of carving on ivory. )or moreuni@ue finds( treasure hunt in Lahaina 7rintsellers for a collection of maps( printsand engravings from the ;Eth( ;<th and ;Bth centuries. 3ou!re bound to uncover theperfect "aui memento in Lahaina!s art galleries.

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H ONOLUA B AY Honolua +ay on "auiAs northwest

shore is a favorite spot for e'periencedsurfers. During the winter high surfseason( Honolua has been known tohave a hollow( powerful wave that offersincredibly long rides. $he bluffs above

the bay offer a great vantage point for visitors to watch the pros from a safedistance.

During the calmer summer months( Honolua +ay is a popular destination forsnorkeling and scuba diving. /s part of the "okuleia "arine Life :onservation District(the bay has an abundance of fish and coral formations to e'plore. $here is only a smallrocky shoreline here( so sunbathing isnAt ideal.

Surfing lessons are available( but note that during the winter( wave conditions atHonolua +ay can be e'tremely dangerous( so for your safety please heed all posted signsand use caution.

C ENTRAL M AUI "ost visitors will begin their vacations here in :entral

"aui( arriving at ahului /irport. Home to much of theisland!s local community( :entral "aui offers plenty of off-the-beaten-path treasures to uncover. +rowse the small town shopsand restaurants of Wailuku. isit historic and sacred spots like%ao alley State 7ark. Discover "aui!s thriving arts communityat galleries and performance venues like the "aui /rts C:ultural :enter. r e'plore the streets of ahului for its

uni@ue variety of shops( malls and restaurants. 'perience the"agic %sle like a local in :entral "aui.

W AILUKU 8ust ;= minutes west from the ahului /irport

is Wailuku( a commercial center and the countyseat of "aui!s government. 6estled at the foot ofthe dramatic West "aui "ountains( Wailuku isthe gateway to lush %ao alley( once a sacred burialground for Hawaiian chiefs and home to the

iconic %ao 6eedle.isit Wailuku to e'plore the charming wooden storefronts around "arket Street(

showcasing do,ens of family businesses( many of which have been in continuous operationfor generations. $hese off-the-beaten-path #"om and 7ops& are home to local favoriteshops( restaurants and bakeries.

3ou can also take the #9ediscover Wailuku& walking tour developed by the Wailuku"ain Street /ssociation. $he tour highlights more than >? of the town!s fascinatinghistorical and cultural attractions( including aahumanu :hurch( the +ailey House(7ihana alani Heiau and the %ao $heater( built in ;B>E.

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I AO V ALLEY S TATE P ARK $owering emerald peaks guard the

lush valley floor of %ao alley State 7ark.Located in :entral "aui ust west ofWailuku( this peaceful 4(===-acre( ;=-mile long park is home to one of "auiAsmost recogni,able landmarks( the ;(>==-

foot %ao 6eedle. $his iconic green-mantled rock outcropping overlooks %aostream and is an ideal attraction for easyhiking and sightseeing.

/side from its natural tropical beautiful( sacred %ao alley has great historicalsignificance. %t was here in ;EB= at the +attle of epaniwai that ing amehameha %clashed with "auiAs army in his @uest to unite the islands. ven with %ao 6eedle serving asa lookout point( amehameha defeated "auiAs forces in a ferocious battle that ultimatelychanged the course of Hawaiian history.

$here is a well-marked( paved pedestrian path leading from the parking lot to view %ao

6eedle and the ridge-top lookout provides incredible views of the valley. $he needle issometimes covered in clouds( so an early start is your best bet for a good view. )amilies canalso take a rainforest walk or e'plore interactive e'hibits at the Hawaii 6ature :enter(which is also located within %ao alley. 9estroom facilities are available.

S OUTH M AUI 3ou!ll find the sunniest( driest area of "aui on the peaceful

southwestern coast. +lessed with miles of sandy beaches andclear views of the islands of Lanai( "olokini and ahoolawe(South "aui is a place for la,y days and romantic nights. 'plore

the immersive underwater a@uarium at the "aui cean :enterin the whale-friendly "aalaea +ay. 1olf at world-class courses inWailea and "akena. Shop and dine in some of "aui!s finestrestaurants and resorts. Discover "aui!s warm hospitality on itsspectacular southern coast.

W AILEA nown for its five beautiful( crescent-shaped beaches

and stellar golf courses( Wailea is a lu'urious resortcommunity in South "aui that spans ;(5== acres of

land with staggering ocean views. $he area e'udes asense of privacy( serenity and freedom spread across anarea three times the si,e of Waikiki.

$here are five hotels tucked into the town( including opulent resorts like the 1randWailea 9esort Hotel C Spa and the )our Seasons 9esort "aui at Wailea. $his resortcommunity also includes distinctive condominiums and stately private homes.

$he area!s signature beaches include Wailea +each( named #/merica!s +est +each& in;BBB( 7olo +each( with e'cellent swimming and snorkeling( and *lua +each 7ark( whereearly morning and sunset walkers and oggers abound. $he Wailea +lue( Wailea 1old and

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Wailea merald courses make up the 54 holes of championship golf that have madeWailea so famous.

$he Shops at Wailea is a destination in itself( featuringworld-class restaurants and shops( along with regularentertainment programs. Wailea is also home to events such asthe "aui )ilm )estival( )ebruary!s Whale Week as well asaward-winning restaurants serving the best of Hawaii 9egional

:uisine. Wailea!s world-renowned spas round out anunforgettable "aui getaway.

M AKENA B EACH S TATE P ARK (B IG B EACH )"auiAs southwestern shores are home to

many e'traordinary beaches and "akena+each( also known as G+ig +each(G is one ofthe islandAs best.

$his is one of the largest beaches in"aui( with golden sands e'tending nearly>? of a mile long and ;== yards wide.isitors can swim or snorkel in these pristinewaters( picnic in the shade( or simply sunbathe on the seemingly endless e'panse of sand.

+ig +each is located south of Wailea near the "akena +each and 1olf 9esort andprovides a secluded alternative to more crowded beaches in aanapali and Lahaina.6estled between two black-lava outcroppings( "akena offers protection from the tradewinds and provides great views of the islands of "olokini and ahoolawe. 7icnic facilitiesand restrooms are also available.

K IHEI ihei is beach-combing territory

on "aui!s southwest shore( thesunniest( driest end of the island.nce a regular destination forsoourning Hawaiian royalty( iheifeatures si' miles of beaches( whichoffer clear views of ahoolawe("olokini( Lanai and West "aui./long with swimming and surfing

you can also find great snorkeling and kayaking( and you may even spot a giant humpbackwhale spouting or breaching the ocean!s surface.

ihei!s alama +each 7ark has shady lawns and palm trees dotting its ?F-oceanfrontacres. / blink away are alpolepo( Waipuilani and the three beaches of amaole.+irdwatchers and nature lovers will find what they!re looking for at ealia 7ond on thenorth end of ihei. $his 6ational Wildlife :onservation District features endangeredHawaiian stilts and coots.

/lso north of ihei is "aalaea +ay( where pleasure boats launch to take visitors onwhale watching e'peditions( charter fishing e'cursions and snorkel trips to "olokini."aalaea is also home to the family friendly "aui cean :enter.

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$he town has a collection of affordable accommodations( with condominiums( smallhotels and cottages to choose from along ihei!s beach road. 3ou can also browse smallshopping malls( a bustling farmers market and a spate of restaurants( all of which cater toresidents and visitors alike. 6ightlife here includes karaoke spots( dance clubs and sportsbars ensuring your ihei nights are ust as fun as your days.

M OLOKINI

"olokini is a small( crescent moon-shaped island thatis a State "arine Life and +ird :onservation District.Lying only three miles from "auiAs southwestern coast("olokini spans over ;< acres and rises ;F= feet abovereef-filled waters( offering visitors snorkeling and divingamongst a kaleidoscope of coral and more than >5=species of tropical fish.

$ours are available from nearby "aalaea Harbor and Lahaina. arly morning is thebest time of day to e'plore this pristine reserve( and whale watching is an added bonusduring the winter months. %f youAre a scuba or snorkeling enthusiast( a visit to "olokini is a"aui must.

U PCOUNTRY M AUI 9olling hills and misty mountains unfold as cool

bree,es carry the scent of eucalyptus throughout*pcountry "aui. Located on the high elevationsaround Haleakala( the fertile slopes of *pcountry arehome to ranches( botanical gardens and farms withsoaring views.

)rom early times( Hawaiians farmed the volcanic

soil of the *pcountry fields( growing taro and sweet potato. $oday( take a farm tour in ula and seehow "aui produces the famous "aui onion and other fresh farm-to-table ingredients for Hawaii!sfinest restaurants. Discover small town "akawao( home to the paniolo 0Hawaiian cowboys2 and athriving art scene. /nd don!t forget to drive beyond *pcountry up to "aui!s highest peak to e'plorethe rare flora and fauna of Haleakala 6ational 7ark.

P AIA 8ust four miles into your drive to Hana from

ahului( youAll discover the historic town of 7aia on"auiAs north coast. Divided into Lower 7aia and

7aia( this hospitable community was once abooming plantation town during the heyday of"auiAs sugar cane industry. $oday 7aia is a town ofcolorful( rustic storefronts filled with local artgalleries( one-of-a-kind shopping bouti@ues andrestaurants.

1rab a fish burger at the popular 7aia )ishmarket( then head to Hookipa +each( theGwindsurfing capital of the world.G During the winter( the big north shore waves makeHookipa +each a magnet for pro windsurfers and kite surfers. Watch the pros compete or

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swim and sunbathe in the calmer summer months. /nother popular 7aia beach is H./.+aldwin +each 7ark( which features a baby beach with a lagoon.

K ULA )ound in the *pcountry region of "aui( ula is a @uaint( rustic area on the slopes of

Haleakala. Located in the central part of the island( ula is also at the center of itsculinary resurgence( with much of the e'otic produce served at "aui!s best Hawaii

9egional :uisine restaurants grown right here in the rich( volcanic soil.$he fertile fields of ula are an ideal place tostir up your appetite by taking a farm tour. 7ick a"aui onion at o )arm( smell the sweet lavenderand marvel at the stunning views at the /lii ulaLavender )arm or see the protea at the Shim :offeeand 7rotea )arm $our. $he region is also home tothe ula +otanical 1ardens( filled with bloomingcarnations( birds of paradise and orchids.

n the way to the gardens( visitors can also see ula!s most notable landmark( thebrilliant white( octagonal Holy 1host :hurch. / gift from the king and @ueen of 7ortugalto the island!s 7ortuguese plantation workers in ;<B4( it has been recently restored. ulaalso offers the best views in *pcountry "aui( with sweeping views of "aui and the 7acificcean.

M AKAWAO Located on the mid-slopes of "aui!s Haleakala volcano( "akawao has one foot in its

plantation past and another in its thriving arts community. $his charming town was oncenamed one of the top >5 arts destinations in the *nited States.

"akawao is the biggest little town inthe region locally known as *pcountry

"aui and is famous for its Hawaiiancowboys( or paniolo. Since the late ;Bthcentury( horseback-riding paniolo havewrangled cattle in "aui!s wide-openupland fields. $he "akawao 9odeo( held

yearly on the )ourth of 8uly( is HawaiiAslargest paniolo competition and has beenan *pcountry tradition for more than 5= years. $he weekend events include a parade andtraditional rodeo competitions such as barrel racing( calf roping and bareback broncoriding( all with a few Hawaiian twists.

)or a snack( follow the locals to get a famous cream puff from $. omoda Store.stablished in ;B;F by $ake,o omoda( a 8apanese plantation worker( this little store andbakery does big business. Lines can be long in the morning when everything!s fresh( socome early. $he bakery is closed on Wednesdays and Sundays.

3ou can also spend the afternoon e'ploring and shopping in the eclectic shops(bouti@ues and art galleries in town. "akawao is also home to the Hui 6oeau isual /rts:enter( where visitors can take classes and e'plore free gallery e'hibits. $he combinationof its paniolo heritage and its lively artistic community make "akawao a uni@ue stop on

your visit to "aui.

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H ALEAKALA N ATIONAL P ARK Stretching across "aui!s southern and

eastern coastline( Haleakala 6ational 7arkis home to "auiAs highest peak. 9ising;=(=>? feet above sea level( HaleakalaAsgraceful slopes can be seen from ust aboutany point on the island. Haleakala means

Ghouse of the sunG in Hawaiian( and legendhas it that the demigod "aui lassoed thesun from its ourney across the sky as hestood on the volcano!s summit( slowing itsdescent to make the day last even longer.

$he park is comprised of over ?=(=== acres of public land( has three separate visitorscenters and covers a range of natural environments. 3ou can travel atop the highest peaksof Haleakala( hiking above the clouds and horseback riding across otherworldly deserts. /sthe park stretches out to the coast towards sea level you can even visit lush tropical areas fullof waterfalls and streams.

"any visitors and locals wake up early to drive up to the Haleakala isitor :enter0B(E4= feet2( the best spot to watch the sunrise. n a clear morning( seeing the sunrise fromthe summit of Haleakala is an unforgettable e'perience. ven those who!ve witnessed theevent many times say they!ve never seen the same sunrise twice. 7erhaps ust as spectacularare HaleakalaAs sunsets and the bright( starry skies revealed at night.

$he long( winding road to the summit of Haleakala takes some time to drive up( but iswell worth the effort. $here are numerous hiking trails that offer solitude and scenic vistas(while guided hikes provide an e'pertAs guidance and insight. 3ou!ll discover moreendangered species here than any other park in the 6ational 7ark Service. 3ou may evenspot a 6ene 0Hawaiian goose2 or a blooming ahinahina plant 0silversword2 on your visit.

isitors can also camp here( with two separate campgrounds and cabins available.)or more information( visit the 7ark Head@uarters isitor :enter at E(=== feet abovesea level. $he Haleakala isitor :enter is at B(E4= feet atop its summit. /t sea level( theipahulu isitor :enter is past Hana on the southeastern coast and is near the beautiful7ools of heo. See why Haleakala 6ational 7ark is one of "auiAs most popular visitorattractions.

E AST M AUI $he lush( ast "aui coast is famous for the

winding road to Hana. +eginning in the :entral

"aui city of ahului( the Hana Highway runs for5> miles amongst waterfalls( dramatic vistas andflowering rainforests. Hana itself is a small townwhere Hawaiian traditions are alive and aloha is away of life. +eyond Hana is the ipahulu sectionof Haleakala 6ational 7ark( the site of thebeautiful 7ools of heo. 1o back in time with aday-trip through unforgettable ast "aui.

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H A N A /long "auiAs rugged eastern

coastline is the peaceful town ofHana( considered one of the lastunspoiled Hawaiian frontiers. $helegendary road to Hana is only 5>miles from ahului( however the

drive can take anywhere from two tofour hours to complete since itAsfraught with narrow one-lane bridges( hairpin turns and incredible island views.

$he Hana Highway 0H%-?F=2 has F>= curves and 5B bridges. $he road leads youthrough flourishing rainforests( flowing waterfalls( plunging pools and dramatic seascapes.$here are plenty of opportunities to stop and enoy the lovely views( so get an early startand take your time on your drive.

Historic St. Sophia!s :hurch marks your arrival into Hana( where the pastures roll rightup to the main street. $he historic $ravaasa Hana is a lu'urious retreat in this villagerooted in Hawaiian tradition. +rowse the Hasegawa 1eneral Store and Hana 9anch Store

for uni@ue souvenirs. Swim and sunbathe at Hana +each 7ark or Hamoa +each( cited byauthor 8ames "ichener as the most beautiful beach in the 7acific. Snorkel atWaianapanapa State 7ark( a beautiful black sand beach. r visit Hale 7iilani( the state!slargest heiau 0Hawaiian temple2( in anahu 1ardens( one of five 6ational $ropical+otanical 1ardens in Hawaii.

+eyond Hana( venture ;= miles south to the outskirts of Haleakala 6ational 7ark inipahulu. $here you!ll find the popular 7ools of heo( where waterfalls spill into tieredpools leading to the sea. iew these tran@uil natural pools or hike up the 7ipiwai $rail tothe 4==-foot Waimoku )alls.

P OOLS OF O HEO 8ust ;5 minutes south of

Hana on Highway ?; on thelower slopes of Haleakala arethe famous 7ools of heo inheo 1ulch. Here you!lldiscover beautifully tiered( poolsfed by waterfalls. Weatherpermitting( you may take a dipin these tran@uil pools fed bystreams starting two miles

inland.Here in the ipahulu area of Haleakala 6ational 7ark( you can e'plore the

many self-guided hiking trails on your own through forests of bamboo( past roaringcascades and into the green heart of the island.

Here youAll find the 7ipiwai $rail( one of the best trails on the island( which leadsto the 4==-foot Waimoku )alls. 7lease consult park rangers at the ipahulu isitor:enter before you embark on this ? to 5 hour hike. Don!t forget your hiking shoesand e'pect to get muddy.

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S HOPPING O N M AUI W HALERS V ILLAGE >4?5 aanapali 7kwy( H-F

Lahaina( H% BFEF;www.whalersvillage.com

Home to a vibrant variety of B= fine shops and restaurantsand a renowned whale museum( Whalers illage is located onbeautiful aanapali +each and has the distinction of being"auiAs premier ocean front shopping destination. )reeHawaiian entertainment.

H ILO H ATTIE www.hilohattie.com

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Hula :ookies are tropical gourmet cookies( made fresh on "aui since;BBB. ur GonoG gourmet Hawaiian style cookies are handmade C bakedfresh daily in our stores located on "aui( Hawaii. ur Hawaiian cookiesare perfect for birthdays( holidays( :orporate gifts( as Hawaiian weddingfavors( Hawaiian party favors or any occasion.

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Hawaiian /loha Shirts C DressesI 7aradise )ound brand name "ade inHawaii apparelJ matching outfits for fun and weddings( "enAs C Ladiesshirts( +louses( Sarong Dresses( Long and Short $ank Dresses( :apri 7ants()lip-)lops and Sandals.

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M AUI C RAFTS G UILD FB Hana Highway

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stablished in ;B<>( the "aui :rafts 1uild features;==K locally hand-crafted art. %ndividually( we areprofessional artisans committed to producing fine crafts of

e'cellent @uality. very aspect of the business is run by andfor its members( making us uni@ue to "aui. $he guild is acollective of ceramists( woodworkers( print-makers(

ewelers( te'tile artists( glass artists( basket weavers...and a few who defy classification. Work e'hibitedin the gallery is selected through a comprehensive ury process that ensures the highest @uality ande'cellence in craftsmanship. veryday materials are transformed into creative pieces( allowing you to@uite literally take a piece of "aui home with you

Staffed by members( there is an artisan-in-residence every time you visit us. "ake sure to stop byand see us the ne't time you are in town $he gallery is open daily from ;=am M Fpm.

S WEET P ARADISE C HOCOLATIER ?4 Wailea 1ateway 7lace N;=E

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/rtistic uropean style chocolate confections using the islands bountyof fruits( nuts( coffee C spices.

M AUI S WAP M EET /t the "aui :ommunity :ollege 7arking Lot

httpImauie'position.commauiswapmeet.html"aui!s most popular swap meet is held every

Saturday from Eam until ;pm near the island!s mainairport and largest shopping center 0$he Oueenaahumanu "all2( in ahului. /dmission is only5= cents and it is here that you will find hundreds of

vendors all nicely tucked away alongside the massiveparking lot of the *H "aui :ollege.

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Welcome to the Wharf :inema :enter( in Lahaina"aui Hawaii "aui!s most e'citing and fun-filledshopping( dining and service center( offering a variety ofshops and restaurants( a postal station( %nternet and -mail centers( and even a multiple' first-run movie theatre

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ATTRACTIONS O N M AUI

M AUI OCEAN C ENTER ;B> "aAalaea 9d

Wailuku( H% BFEB?www.mauioceancenter.com

+e entertained by playful green sea turtles( see the nation!slargest collection of living coral( and come eye to eye withnumerous reef sharks. 'plore the world of dolphins( whalesand monk seals with the interactive "arine "ammalDiscovery :enter. ver F= e'hibits and hands-on activitieswill delight children and adults alike. $he a@uarium!s Shark

Dive "aui program allows certified divers to descend into the pen cean 'hibit to reallye'perience the marine life up-close. Surrounded by over twenty sharks( half a do,en stingrays( andthousands of fish( divers will have a lifetime e'perience( and their entire family will be able to watchthe whole dive from start to finish

/udio guide rentals and complimentary wheelchairs available. Have lunch at the award winningocean view Seascape "a!alaea 9estaurant and shop at "aui cean $reasures gift shop. pen Daily.Bam-5pm( and Bam-Fpm in 8uly and /ugust. P>5.5= for adults( P;<.5= for children ages ?-;>.

H AWAII N ATURE C ENTER <E5 %ao alley 9dWailuku( H% BFEB?

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$he Hawaii 6ature :enterAs 9ainforest Walk iswoven through ancient footsteps of the /liAi( and%ao alley. /fter crossing %ao Stream and enteringour private ?5 acres( visitors will pass by an old

village site where evidence of AterracesA can befound. $o better convey life as it may have been

lived by 6ative Hawaiians( a live $aro patch or LoAiis presented along with discussions on thesignificance of $aro in the Hawaiian diet and culture. $his same area is where a five day luau washeld in honor of Oueen Liliuokalani and her visit to %ao alley prior to the overthrow of Hawaiianrule in ;<B?. )urther along the trail( visitors will have an interpretation of native( 7olynesianintroduced and recently introduced plants( and then( a spectacular viewing of the %ao 6eedle throughthe canopy of the 9ainforest. /s visitors are led back by the stream( they will hear the story of the+attle of epaniwai( which means damming of the river.

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M AUI G ROWN C OFFEE C OMPANY S TORE >EE Lahainaluna 9d.Lahaina( H% BFEF;

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"aui1rown tm :offee is "aui!s largest grower of ;==K"aui state :offee. isit the "aui1rown :offee :ompanyStore to sample the varieties of coffee grown on the state and

learn about the growing and harvesting of "aui1rown :offee:offee tours available.

A LI ' I K ULA L AVENDER ;;== Waipoli 9oad

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%n )ebruary >==>( the Lavender farm opened to visitors to enoy thebeauty and serenity that /lii created( by offering the first and onlyLavender Walking $ours. ducating both visitors and %sland residentsabout the calming and comforting effects of Lavender. :ulinaryLuncheon and Wreath "aking $ours soon were added( and two yearslater( over ;=(=== people have visited this 6ew Destination of :hoice(/li!i ula Lavender. /lii ula Lavender sits on <.5 acres( with over>5(=== Lavender plants blooming and more than 4= different Lavender

varieties. $hough Lavender blooms in spring and summer(miraculously( certain varieties bloom year round there. ver fifty( uni@ue( @uality Lavender products

have been created( ranging from culinary( aromatherapy( bath and body. $his is truly diversifiedagriculture at its finest.

K ULA B OTANICAL G ARDEN F?< ekaulike /ve.

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pened in ;BE;( ula +otanical 1arden wasdeveloped by Warren and Helen "c:ord. $he garden islocated on a uni@ue < acre site featuring proteas( orchidsbromelaids and native plants. $he natural setting providesunusual rock formations( waterfalls( ponds and apanoramic view of the valley and west "aui mountains

3ou will enoy an aviary( koi pond( bird sanctuary with the Hawaiian 6ene goose( and picnic areas.$he gift shop offers beverages( snacks and a variety of made-in-Hawaii products.

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M AUI T ROPICAL P LANTATION ;FE= Honoapiilani Highway

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"aui $ropical 7lantation is a F= acre working plantation. urnarrated tram tour offers a uni@ue educational opportunity to learn theorigins and harvest techni@ues of HawaiiAs commercial fruit crops. /s

part of your tour( our driver will demonstrate the art of husking a coconut. 3ouAll also learninteresting facts about sugarcane( star fruits( bananas( coffee( macadamia nuts( papaya and more.

/ delicious lunch with a view of the West "aui "ountains awaits you at the Waikapu 1rill. urgift store is the perfect place to find souvenirs( "ade in "aui items and fresh fruit grown at theplantation. pen daily from B am

6o trip to "aui is complete without a little time away from the city. ur F= acre workingplantation is the fun way to discover HawaiiAs rich agricultural history( complete with tasty freesamples :ome for the tram ride( stop by for lunch or shop our large selection of "aui-made and"aui-grown goodies. 8ust look for the windmill on you way to %ao alley( /dmission to the grounds isfree.

$he $ropical 'press $ram $ours run E days a week with eight daily tour times of ;= am( ;=I45am( ;;I?= am( ;>I;5 pm( ; pm( ;I45 pm( >I?= pm( and ?I;5 pm. /dult $ickets P;5.==( :hild $ickets0ages ?-;>2 P5.== each. 7urchase your $ropical $ram $our $ickets online and receive a free gift

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State of the art working goat dairy with over >5cheeses including ;; 6ational /ward winners. Dailycasual tours( grandAs orchard tours( barbe@ues( specialevents( goat milk soaps( citrus relishes( specialty fruits Cherbs.

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T HE ROAD TO H A NA $he 9oad to Hana is world famous for the natural beauty of its unblemished landscapes and

towering waterfalls. "aui is understandably proud of Heavenly HanaAs successful fight againstoverdevelopment and the destruction of their Hawaiian culture. When you make the trip over toHana "aui( youAll see why itAs referred to as $he Land $hat $ime )orgot.

$he maority of those having visited Hana found these pages helpful in their @uest for the best trippossible. 8oin them by reading helpful Hana tips( proper Hana ti@uette( Hana 7hotos( Hana ideo(9oad to Hana $ours( and much more useful information.

ROAD TO H A N A T RAVEL T IPS 1rab lunch( supplies( and water. 3our dining choices in Hana are limited. $he best thing to do isstop along the 9oad to Hana and have a picnic with your friends and family. We go to /nthonyAs:offee :ompany and grab their Hana picnic lunches. $hey also have great ice cream for when

you come back. $his is the least e'pensive way to enoy the trip. therwise( youAll be buyinglunch with very little options and 0depending on where you go2 will be e'pensive. 7aia is the last

stop to grab food and supplies. "ake sure to stock up on water too. 3ouAd be surprised how muchwater is pulled from you in humid climates.

+ring or rent a camera with plenty of memory card space 0or film2. 3ouAll no doubtedly get someincredible pictures along the way. %tAs the worst getting to a great spot and running out of discspace( having to delete other good images( or reali,e your battery is too low.

$ake a van or coach tour. Having an air-conditioned vehicle with a driverguide is really the bestway to see Hana. $hereAs no stress involved when a knowledgeable driver points out and stops atthe most beautiful spots. Leave the driving to someone else and enoy the ride with your family.

We highly suggest using alley %sle 'cursions by calling toll free ;-<EE-<E;-5>>4. $hey will take

you to all the best spots( feed you( pick you up and drop you off at your hotel( and answer any@uestions as your driver guides you through paradise. We love their elevated comfort cruisers thatgive you the best view possible.

)ollow a guided :D tour. $here are a few different guided :DAs for Hana( but only one of themdelivers the full e'perience. When using 9>HAs 'periencing $he 9oad to Hana and +eyond(

youAre getting an adventure through Hana. 3ouAre brought to the Hawaii youAve alwaysenvisioned e'isted beyond the hotels and luaus.

With 9>H( youAre on a ourney of romance and adventure along one of the most famous andmemorable trips in the World. 3ouAre given driving tips( a wonderfully mastered :D guide( and adetailed map showing specific locations to stop. 3ou get it all( but you get it on your own

schedule.DonAt leave valuables in the car. $his goes for anywhere in "aui. 3ou may notice when you parkin the dirt at certain sights that thereAs broken glass on the ground. $he vast deep vegetation of

your surroundings is the perfect place for "aui thieves to sit and wait for unsuspecting tourists topull up. Leave your valuables at home. ven the trunk of your car is not safe from a determinedthief. 9emember that "aui rental cars are easy to spot( and make for obvious prey. DonAt takeany risk of being a victim( and instead leave your valuables at home or take them with you fromthe car. %tAs not as bad as we make it sound( but itAs also better to be safe than sorry.

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+ring bug spray Hana is packed with mos@uitoes and other unfriendly buggers. $hey tend tocongregate near streams and still water as well as near fruit trees. %f you see fruit rotting on theground( you can be assured that hundreds of mos@uitoes are having a good old time on them.

Drive slowly and take turns at the wheel. $he road to Hana is dangerous. With appro'imatelyF== curves and 54 bridges( the 9oad to Hana can bring you closer to heaven in more ways thanone. With winding roads( blind turns( constant traffic( distracting views( narrow one-lane roads(

cliffs( and wet conditions( Hana Highway has proven its worth as a danger with many fatalities.$ake your time( and make sure the driver is focusing on the road. $he road is long and offersmany chances to pull over and take a break or switch drivers. 9ememberI 1etting to Hana is notthe gem of this tripJ everything along the way is your reward.

9esearch a 9oad to Hana "ap and pick your stops before hand. +uy a map( print on from theweb( get a book( or pick up some free maps and guides at the maga,ine and pamphlet stands.9ead up on the spots that interest you the most and write down the mile marker. %f you knowwhere youAd like to go before hand( you wonAt miss anything important to you. 8ust because the9oad to Hana is )9( donAt use this as an e'cuse to see everything. %tAs in your best interest toabsorb a few of your favorite stops along the way instead or rushing through the ourney.

1et the banana bread. Some of the roadside stands are better than others( but all of them aregood. $hey bake their breads fresh everyday( and sell so much of it( that they often bake throughout the day. )resh Hana +anana +read isnAt cheap( but is a delicacy while on the road.

Leave early. $he earlier the better. $he 9oad to Hana is full of tourists throughout the day( but if you leave before them( you can beat the crowds. We suggest that you get up early and drive tosome of the last sights along the way and work your way backwards. /nother way to do it is drivethe backside of Haleakala first 0if the road is open2 and go in the opposite direction.

1et back before it gets dark. Driving the 9oad to Hana isnAt fun in the dark. $he whole point ofmaking this ourney is for the sightseeing( so give yourself a couple hours to leave before darkness

falls.+ring rain slicks or at least a towel. Hana is lush and tropical for good reason. Hana is one of themost rained on places on arth( so be prepared with something to dry off with and someprotection if you plan on walking around a lot.

:heck the weather service. %f itAs been raining a lot lately( there could be flash floods. $hesefloods come without warning and are e'tremely dangerous. $hey originate high in the hills andmountains( so you could be sitting in the sun one moment and swept away the ne't. $his is veryimportant

:heck for road closures. Due to landslides and too much rain( certain parts of the road could beclosed. %f you check ahead of time( you can avoid a wasted trip.

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+ring good music. %tAs a long drive( and some fun tunes are necessary. 3ou can also purchase aHana :D that will guide you and narrate the cultural and historical points along the way toHana.

)ill your gas tank to the top. 1as is even more e'pensive in Hana( if you can believe it. 7lus thereare no gas stations along the way from 7aia to Hana.

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DonAt plan any other activities for the same day. 3ou may want to limit your ne't dayAs activitiesas well. %t will take you a full day to enoy the 9oad to Hana. We suggest that if you plan onrela'ing and having a mellow beach day( you make it for the day after Hana. ven though youAllbe sitting still and driving most of the time( the 9oad to Hana has a tendency to overwhelm thesenses and e'haust everyone involved.

DonAt try and pack everything into one day. ne thing we often see tourist do is rush from onesite to the ne't. % guess this is a common characteristic of the average touristI :on@uer all the

sights possible $ake things "aui style and choose a few things to see ahead of time( or ust wingit( and stay where you like. 3ouAll have a much more pleasant time by soaking in a couple fallsand doing some swimming with a picnic lunch than you would by rushing to every waterfall. %f

you follow our advice( youAll notice other "aui visitors stopping for a couple peaks then rushingoff to the ne't. %f you stay at one place for long enough( you may find yourself completely alonewith your own piece of heaven. +esides all of this( getting to Hana should not be your mainobective. $hereAs a reason they call this incredible e'perience #$he 9oad to Hana.& Werecommend you drive and see things until you feel youAve had half of what you want( and thenturn back. %tAs all about the ourney( not so much about the destination. Shake off the mainland(and learn how to rela'. 3our friends back home will notice that youAve gained more than ust a

tan while in "aui.

H A NA E TIQUETTE DonAt trespass. We know you probably have the book "aui 9evealed. $his book is a best sellerbecause it e'poses the many different hidden spots that the local Hawaiians hold close to theirhearts. $he one thing that this book disregards is the local peopleAs privacy. "any of the bestspots to visit in Hana are on privately owned land. %magine having a best seller published abouthow thereAs gold in your backyard. $he ne't day youAd find hundreds of gold hungry peopledigging holes in your flower beds. %tAs a similar and sad situation with Hana. ven if youAre notone of the many disrespectful visitors that trample and trash these areas( you are not welcome on

private property. $he locals take protecting their land very seriously. 3ou donAt want to run acrossan angry Hawaiian when youAre trespassing.

$reat everyone with respect( period.

Drive safely and pay attention to other drivers. When you stop to one of the many beautifulthings along the 9oad to Hana( "ake certain to pull off entirely as to not hinder traffic. /longthe same lines( pull over if someone behind you looks like they might be ust driving and notsightseeing. 9ule N> is really what itAs all about.

ffer to take other touristsA photos in front of waterfalls or scenic cliffy coastline. 3ouAllappreciate it when someone does it for you.

Drive safely and slowly. $he roads are winding and often slick from recent rain. /void accidentsand possible fatalities by using your head. Switch off driving so that the driver can enoy the

views as well.

7ay attention to yield signs. "ost of the 54 bridges are all one lane. /lmost all of them have yieldsigns on both sides. $ake your appropriate turn.

Do not litter. $reat the land as if it was your backyard. %n all likelihood( itAs some elseAs back yard.

Spread the /loha with big smiles and waving the shaka. veryone on the island understands thisphysical language and appreciates it.

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