| Seen from above, the two shield volcanoes
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| | Hawaiian village showcasing hundreds of
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| that make up the island of Maui look like
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| | artifacts and books and thousands of
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| the head and torso of the well-loved
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| | historical photographs.
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| demigod for whom the island is named.
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| | The Maui Arts and Cultural Center is a
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| Maui was a tricky fellow who is said to
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| | 12-acre visual arts center and the
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| have stolen fire from its supernatural
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| | Tedeschi Vineyards in the Upcountry
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| keepers, gifting to the mortals. He also
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| | offers tours of a unique pineapple wine
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| captured the sun with a rope woven from
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| | vineyard. Dont forget to try a sample!
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| his wifes tresses and slowed its path so
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| | Dining is another fabulous adventure in
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| that we could enjoy more hours of
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| | Maui. It won't take long before you run
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| daylight on his beautiful island.
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| | into the ever-popular plate lunch.
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| Modern visitors to this most magical of
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| | Hawaii's version of fast food, a plate
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| islands still reap the fruits of his
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| | lunch is inexpensive and perfect to take
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| labors by making the most of sunny
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| | to one of the island's breathtaking
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| tropical weather, where the temperature
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| | parks. Each shop's plate lunch is unique,
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| rarely dips below 65 degrees and the lush
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| | so stop in at a few shops during your
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| vegetation and colorful animal life just
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| | explorations.
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| add to the feeling that they've just
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| | For something a little more upscale, try
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| arrived in paradise.
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| | the Tropica Restaurant and Bar at the
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| This second-largest of the Hawaiian
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| | Westin Maui or Vino Italian Tapas & Wine
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| Islands is host to Haleakala, the largest
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| | Bar in Kapalua. Mango Cafe Grill & Bar
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| dormant volcano in the world, at 10,023
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| | offers a fabulous buffet on Sundays that
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| feet tall. The summit of Haleakala
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| | includes both traditional Hawaiian fare
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| National Park provides awe-inspiring
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| | and mainland comfort foods.
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| views of five of the eight major islands.
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| | Maui isn't just a visual and culinary
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| Watching the sunrise on the summit of
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| | delight, it's also a shopper's dream come
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| Haleakala is an experience that visitors
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| | true. Spend a few hours browsing for
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| carry with them the rest of their lives.
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| | interesting island gifts at the Kapalua
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| Wainapanapa State Park is another
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| | Shops, enjoy free Hawaiian entertainment
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| wondrous natural adventure. Discover the
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| | while you shop at Queen Kaahumanu Center
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| black sand beaches, sea arch and caves
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| | or do some power shopping in
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| for yourself. Every year from
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| | air-conditioned comfort at the Lahaina
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| mid-December through mid-May pods of
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| | Cannery Mall.
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| humpback whales make their way back to
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| | Maui accommodations are just as diverse
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| the waters surrounding Maui. The Kai
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| | as its natural beauty and entertaining
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| Kanani will take you out to Molokini
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| | activities. Opt for an intimate and
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| Island as you marvel at the grace of
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| | cost-conscious stay at one of the
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| these peaceful giants.
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| | island's lovely bed-and-breakfasts,
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| The Whale Discovery Center at the Maui
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| | choose from an array of luxurious
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| Ocean Center helps visitors understand
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| | condominiums or find relaxation or lots
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| the humpbacks strange and beautiful life
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| | of opportunities to play whatever your
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| cycle as it takes them from the frigid
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| | pleasure at one of Maui's golf resort
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| waters of the Artic to the warm and
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| | hotels, spa resorts, beachfront hotels,
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| soothing seas around Maui and back again
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| | family-friendly hotels or romantic
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| each year.
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| | accommodations perfect for honeymooners.
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| The natural beauty of Maui will surround
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| | Another great option is to try a
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| and envelope you as you explore its
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| | privately owned rental. There are a
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| endless beaches. Swim the calmer waters
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| | number of private owners who are willing
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| of the west shore, including Maalaea and
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| | to rent their home or condo. Many rental
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| Kaanapali.
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| | by owner websites are available to help
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| Or head up to North Maui Ho'okipa for
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| | you locate the perfect place to settle in
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| some of the best surfing, boogie boarding
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| | for your stay in this little slice of
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| and windsurfing in the world. If youre
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| | heaven.
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| looking for a little privacy, try Oneloa
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| | Like its mythological namesake, Maui
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| Beach, the last undeveloped beach on Maui
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| | Island is powerfully memorable and
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| s leeward side.
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| | perfectly magical. Make it a part of your
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| During a daily sun shower, duck into the
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| | memories forever.
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| Hana Cultural Center, a traditional
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