Maui's Top Sights & Attractions

Vacation in Hawaii, Hana
HanaMaui.jpg Hana, Maui image by IsaacMurrayOn a vacation in Hawaii, you'll learn that this beautiful small town is connected to central Maui by a beautiful drive on Maui's coastline.  On a vacation in Hawaii, breath in as you drive on the coastline of Maui.  Looking out to the ocean gives on your vacation in Hawaii you the most scenic view you have seen.  As you watch the beautiful ocean on your vacation in Hawaii, you enter the peaceful town of Hana, one of the last unspoiled Hawaiian frontiers.  On your vacation in Hawaii, this road is 52 miles from Kahului, but the drive can go from two to four hours.  This beautiful highway road has about 600 curves and 54 bridges.  On a vacation in Hawaii, the road to Hana takes you through lush rainforests, dramatic seascapes, deep pools, and beautiful waterfalls.  On a vacation in Hawaii, there are many stops on the road.  To make your vacation in Hawaii more spectacular visit beyond Hana to the Pools of Oheo.  There is nothing more satisfying on your vacation in Hawaii than a day of beautiful scenery.
Vacation in Hawaii, Haleakala Sunrise
 To have an unforgettable experience on your vacation in Hawaii come to see the Haleakala Sunrise from 10,000 feet above sea level.  Since preparing for a morning to a Haleakala Sunrise is essential on a vacation in Hawaii here are some tips.  Coming early to the area on your vacation in Hawaii is essential.  On a vacation in Hawaii, you should wake up at 3:00 and start driving because it takes about 2 hours for the sunrise.  In the summer days of your vacation in Hawaii, the sun rises at 5:38 AM, but in the winter days of your vacation in Hawaii, the sun rises at about 6:55 AM.  In addition to the sunrise on your vacation in Hawaii, the clouds color before sunrise is beautiful.  Going to the Haleakala Visitors Center on your vacation in Hawaii is about 9,740 feet.  Another big tip is to bring warm clothes.  Even though you are in Hawaii on your vacation in Hawaii, the temperature drops about 3 degrees for every 1000 feet.  Most of the time the temperature on your vacation in Hawaii is about 40 degrees.  There is some other tips on a vacation in Hawaii like picking up a breakfast before you go because there are no gas stations or food facilities.  Other than not bringing your camera the second mistake people on there vacation in Hawaii, they don't stay after the sunrise to view the beautiful show of the dawn.
Vacation in Hawaii, Iao Valley State Park
The Iao Valley State Park on your vacation in Hawaii is the place where you can find the incredible Iao Needle.  Taking a moment of silence to admire the beauty is just what you need on your vacation in Hawaii.  Being just west of Wailuku, the peaks of the Iao Valley State Park is the peaceful place you want to be on a vacation in Hawaii.  The 4,000-acre peaceful State Park is the place you should go for a wonderful time on a vacation in Hawaii.  Besides its beauty, the Iao Valley State Park has historic value on your vacation in Hawaii.  You will learn on your vacation in Hawaii that this is the place of the Battle of Kepaniwai.  This is where King Kamehameha I defeated Maui's army.  On your vacation in Hawaii, gaze at the magnificent 1,200 foot Iao Needle.  Because the needle was a lookout point, the King defeated the others.  On a vacation in Hawaii, check out this historic landmark of Hawaiian history.  There is a path for the people on there vacation in Hawaii to hike on.  On your vacation in Hawaii, start early for an incredible view of the valley.
Vacation in Hawaii, Kaanapali Beach
Being 50 minutes away from Kahului Airport, Kaanapali is one of Maui's signature beach you can go to on your vacation in Hawaii.  Because of the beautiful white sand and crystal waters, this beach on your vacation in Hawaii was name one of America's Best Beach.  Kaanapali was one of Hawaii's first resorts and now it models for many other resorts.  On your vacation in Hawaii, you will learn that the resort is five hotels and many condominium villages.  In addition to the beautiful beach, on your vacation in Hawaii, you can go to two championship golf courses.  On your vacation in Hawaii, you can go to one of Kaanapali Beach's most popular attraction, the daily cliff dive ceremony.
Vacation in Hawaii, Lahaina
Being on the west side of Maui, this whaling village on your vacation in Hawaii also is known as Lele which means "relentless sun."  Having many art galleries and unique restaurants and shops, this historic little town on your vacation in Hawaii use to be the capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom.  Many as 400 ships left Lanaina to go see whaling.  Now on your vacation in Hawaii, you can visit Lahaina.  On your vacation in Hawaii, stroll down to visit the most historic stops on the places on the Lahaina Historic Trail.  On your vacation in Hawaii, you can eat, drink, and watch beautiful dances from the Polynesians.  During winter months of your vacation in Hawaii, don't forget to see the beautiful and memorable whale watching tour on your vacation in Hawaii.  On your vacation in Hawaii, you'll notice that whales seem to even not get enough of Lahaina.
Vacation in Hawaii,  Makena Beach State Park
Being just 50 minutes away from Lahaina, the Makena Beach State Park is one of Maui's largest beach on a vacation in Hawaii.  On your vacation in Hawaii, you'll learn that Makena Beach is also known as the Big Beach and one of the island's best beach to go to on a vacation in Hawaii.  On a vacation in Hawaii, the golden sand complements the crystal clear waters beautifully.  You can watch your children play in the sand as your on a picnic in the shade on your vacation in Hawaii.  On your vacation in Hawaii, you can have a perfect time snorkeling in the beautiful waters.  Sunbathing on the endless sand is also an option on your vacation in Hawaii.  Since the "Big Beach" is just south of Wailea, it gives you a great view of the water on a vacation in Hawaii.  On your vacation in Hawaii, you can get great views of the islands Molokini and Kahoolawe.  Many other places can be viewed from the beautiful Makena Beach State Park.
Vacation in Hawaii, Molokini
On your vacation in Hawaii, be sure to visit the tiny island, Molokini, for a fun time snorkeling and diving.  Since the tiny island is only three miles from Maui, you can see it on the coast on your vacation in Hawaii.  The small crescent shaped island is a great place to go snorkeling or diving on your vacation in Hawaii.  On your vacation in Hawaii, you can go to this State Marine Life and Bird Conservation District to swim among the 250 species of beautiful tropical fish.  The best time for you to explore the marine life on your vacation in Hawaii is in the morning.  If you go on your vacation in Hawaii in the winter, you can do a lot of whale watching.  On your vacation in Hawaii, visiting Molokai is essential for a beautiful time.
Vacation in Hawaii, Upcountry Maui
Since the beautiful gardens at Maui are mostly located at Upcountry Maui, you can take a tour of farms on a vacation in Hawaii.  On a vacation in Hawaii, you can go to Kula and see how the Hawaiians produced the famous Maui onion.  On a vacation in Hawaii, you can explore the rare flowers at Haleakala National Park.