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Inside Background
Background 
Accomodation Maui Vacation Rentals http://www.hawaii... (All Hawaii's vacation...
Last edited: June 03, 2013
Culture 
Maui, as well as all of the islands that make up Hawaii, is a place filled with...
Last edited: June 16, 2011
Health & Safety 
Safety concerns on the Island of Maui primarily center around the beaches and...
Last edited: June 16, 2011
History 
Modern history on the Hawaiian islands began in the mid-1700s when the first...
Last edited: June 16, 2011
Recommended Reading 
Frommer's Maui - This takes you to their website. Both the best WRITTEN tour...
Last edited: September 21, 2012
Tourist Board Info 
The Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau is a great source of information for...
Last edited: November 20, 2007
Weather & When to Go 
Weather Daytime high temperatures on Maui range from about 78 degrees in the...
Last edited: November 15, 2010
The Road to Hana & Beyond 
Commercial Guides to the Road to Hana First and foremost, you will most likely...
Last edited: April 18, 2013
What are Maui's resort areas like? 
Here's a general lowdown on the main resort areas of Maui, focusing on South...
Last edited: September 22, 2012
Can you trust the forecast? 
So... you're leaving for Maui in 3 days and the online web-based weather...
Last edited: September 23, 2012
Driving around Maui 
Unless you're planning on staying at your hotel for the duration of your stay...
Last edited: September 21, 2010
Honeymoons 
Pros and cons of a honeymoon in Maui Pros The beaches are superb and there are...
Last edited: September 21, 2012
Introduction 
Maui is a beautiful island, with lush green hills, waterfalls, and home to many...
Last edited: September 29, 2012
Maui Pictures & Photography 
You can't go to Maui without taking a couple hundred pictures, it's just not...
Last edited: May 10, 2013
Must Dos on Maui 
After watching the sun rise over Haleakala, hike down the Sliding Sands trail...
Last edited: November 27, 2011
What's the water temperature? 
This question comes up a LOT - and understandably so. Folks really want to know...
Last edited: February 25, 2013
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Inside Transportation
Getting Around 
Getting around in Maui can be accomplished in a variety of ways. One of the...
Last edited: March 17, 2010
Public Transportation 
Public transportation in Maui provides service to the most popular areas of the...
Last edited: January 16, 2013
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Just like most cities in the United States and around the world which see a...
Last edited: March 07, 2013
Rental Car FAQ 
Do You Need to Rent a Car? In general, yes, you need a car. The bus system is...
Last edited: April 03, 2013
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Inside Things to Do
Family Travel 
Maui is an island that contains activities which an entire family can enjoy, no...
Last edited: June 14, 2006
Things to Do 
(Note: This list is generally biased to West Maui.) Best Luau - "Feast at LeLe...
Last edited: May 18, 2013
Nightlife 
There are many, many activities on Maui that lend to the entertaining, lively...
Last edited: June 16, 2011
Off the Beaten Path 
Hana side of Maui One of the most exciting and exhilirating hikes on Maui is...
Last edited: March 17, 2013
The Performing Arts 
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center has been in operation since 1994. It’s a...
Last edited: June 16, 2006
Sports & Activities 
Water Sports Obviously, the main sports are water based. Snorkeling, scuba...
Last edited: May 02, 2013
Activities & Operators 
Snorkeling - for trips to Molokini and Lana'i the Paragon Sailing Catamarans...
Last edited: March 19, 2012
Calendar of Events 
Calendar of Events: Note: These links may be from years past. Some of the...
Last edited: May 09, 2013
Day Hikes in Maui 
  If you want to get off the beaten path and explore parts of Maui that many...
Last edited: March 17, 2013
Free things to do 
Heed this advice to playing on Maui and saving big bucks. There's no need to...
Last edited: June 16, 2011
Getting Married on Maui 
Congratulations, you've decided to get married (or renew your marriage vows) on...
Last edited: June 10, 2013
Guidebooks & Websites 
Here are some books and weblinks that might appeal to upcoming Maui visitors...
Last edited: October 01, 2012
Hawaiian Luau 
A visit to the Hawaiian Islands isn't complete without attending a luau, a...
Last edited: June 13, 2006
Maui Snorkel, Hike, Whale, Food 
Hike through the Bamboo forest On the the road towards Hana about an hour past...
Last edited: January 23, 2011
Maui Snorkeling Spots 
Here is a short  list of some of best snorkeling spots on Maui. Remember...
Last edited: April 10, 2012
Napili Bay 
Napili Bay is a classical crescent-shaped bay with a sandy beach, located at...
Last edited: November 07, 2010
Scuba Diving 
Maui is Great! The scuba diving off Maui's Southwest coast is a favorite...
Last edited: April 20, 2013
Scuba Diving/Snorkeling 
Places to snorkel/SCUBA Snorkeling: MOLOKINI Molokini is a nice place to...
Last edited: July 21, 2009
Ahihi-Kinau Natural Preserve 
"Ahihi-Kinau is the only Natural Area Reserve System in the State of Hawaii...
Last edited: March 17, 2013
Blue Pool 
Please read the reviews on The Blue Pool and do some additional research as you...
Last edited: September 02, 2011
Hana Highway 
For those stout hearted  adventurer type travelers, the Hana highway has more...
Last edited: October 15, 2009
Iao Valley State Monument 
This is a State park in the central highlands of Kahalawai - the proper name of...
Last edited: September 23, 2010
Maui Ocean Center 
Maui Ocean Center is Hawaii's top rated family attraction-  it's kid...
Last edited: May 25, 2009
Molokini Crater 
At Molokini Crater you will swim and snorkel in the calm, protected waters...
Last edited: January 08, 2011
Ohe'o Gulch 
**Please note that as of 10.26.2006, this area is inaccessible due to a bridge...
Last edited: March 28, 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Maui has some unique dining experiences.   Enjoy O'o farm tour and lunch.  You...
Last edited: July 23, 2008
Breakfast 
West side A great place for breakfast is the Gazebo restaurant in Napili at the...
Last edited: February 10, 2013
Cheap Eats 
Here are links to some cheap Island eats.  No guarantees it's updated...
Last edited: February 10, 2013
Family-friendly Dining 
R.S. Sharky's Family Fun Center and Restaurant, the ultimate stop for tourists...
Last edited: August 01, 2010
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Inside United States: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Currency  The United States uses the United States dollar as its currency. The...
Last edited: May 11, 2010
Crossing the Border 
A little preparation will help simplify the process of entering the United...
Last edited: June 03, 2013
Emergencies 
Despite the best of intentions, accidents and illness happen when away from...
Last edited: October 11, 2012
Important Phrases 
Temperature in the United States... How Hot is HOT? How Cold is COLD?  100°F...
Last edited: March 12, 2013
Telephones 
General: The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as (555...
Last edited: March 07, 2013
Tipping & Etiquette 
While tipping is not mandatory in the United States, it is expected in some...
Last edited: April 11, 2013
Additional Motel Taxes 
In many states motels, hotels and innkeepers of any description are subject to...
Last edited: September 08, 2007
Avoiding scams while shopping abroad 
Being victimized by scandalous businesses when traveling is one of the sad...
Last edited: May 22, 2013
Bottle/Container Deposits 
Depending on where you travel to in the U.S. bottle/container deposit laws...
Last edited: October 02, 2010
Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
United States of America has a history of unified etiquette protocols that may...
Last edited: June 17, 2013
Discount Shopping  
A discount shopping trip in the United States can be a real bonanza for...
Last edited: June 12, 2013
Entry into the US from Canada 
Canadian citizens flying between a Canadian and American airport require a...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
International Travel - Electric Outlets 
Before making international travel, it is important to determine the electrical...
Last edited: April 08, 2013
Language and America 
  Some Anglophone Nations  United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from...
Last edited: November 01, 2012
Mobile Phone Service for visiting the US 
There are many Forum posts where people ask about how to use their Mobile Phone...
Last edited: June 04, 2013
Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
Last edited: March 12, 2013
Sales Tax 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
Last edited: March 07, 2013
Traveling by Car in the United States 
Many visitors to the United States  go to typical tourist areas like New York...
Last edited: February 07, 2013
Traveling with Children and Teens 
In the U.S., there are certain customs about the young that may differ from...
Last edited: October 28, 2010
US Customs 
Everyone who arrives in the United States is process by U.S. Customs and Border...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
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