06/25/2023
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MAUI
Top 3 attractions:
Haleakala Summit - The drive itself is easy and there are plenty rangers to assist just in case. Sunrise requires you to purchase a reservation online. Youβll also have to wake up around 2-3am to race the sun up. Anytime after 8am thereβs no rsvp needed. I prefer the sunset since itβs more relaxed and the stargazing is amazing up there. Be sure to bring a blanket and dress warm as it can get extremely cold once the sun sets.
Road to Hana - Hiring a local guide will get you the most for your time and a chance to see the real beauty of Hawaiβi, its people. This one comes with amazing photos and a music video: https://abnb.me/pojmbdBi5Db
Snorkeling - I recommend sailing on the Trilogy, but boats arenβt your thing then Iβd recommend just relaxing and snorkeling at Maluaka Beach. Rentals are available through The Snorkel Store.
Activities
Spearfishing - Rent A Maui Boy. For the more adventurous ones.
Hookipa Beach - See 10-30 turtles sunbathing. Watch pro surfers during the winter.
Surf lessons at the Cove, Kihei - good place to learn surfing, take lessons from Maui Wave Riders.
Lavender farm, Kula - peaceful lavender farm.
Strawberry farm, Kula - pick your own when in season.
Iao valley, Wailuku - short nature walk with streams to swim in. Need rsvp!
Maui ocean center - place to see local marine animals, not very big but great for kids.
Maui tropical plantation - good for lunch, you can feed the ducks, zipline, awesome farmers market.
Haleakala summit - Go for the sunset. Make it a full day upcountry by visiting the lavender farm, ocean vodka, winery, goat farm, etc.
Waihou Hike - shaded hike for completely different type of foliage.
Surfing Goat Dairy, Kula - yummy goat cheese and goat petting.
Trilogy sailing to Molokini or Lanai - best snorkel and sail company. Whales Nov-Mar
Makamakaole hike - aka 13 crossings.
Triple L Ranch - horseback riding and bomb burgers.
Happy Trails at Bamboo Kai Ranch - pony rides for kids plus cool farm animals.
Restaurants Recommendations
Sam Sato, Wailuku - Local gem for noodles. Only open breakfast and lunch. Since 1930βs. Closed sun and Mon.
Kaohu store, Wailuku - Local gem, best poke.
Monkeypod, Wailea - same talented Chef Peter Merriman of Merrimanβs.
Cafe Oβlei - Look up all the different restaurants at their website.
Da Kitchen, Kihei - Massive plate lunch.
Ululaniβs Shaved Ice - best dessert, several locations, recommend getting ice cream in the middle with condensed milk and Mochi as toppings.
Saigon Cafe, Wailuku - Local gem for Vietnamese food.
Thai Me Up - best Thai food from a food truck.
1054, Kihei - legit sushi if you like nigiri.
Miso Phat - sushi for a more western palate.
Komoda Bakery, Makawao- historic bakery.
Flatbread Pizza, Paia - nuff said.
Paia Fish Market, Paia - fish and chips.
Kula Bistro, Kula - Italian, byob.
La Provence, Kula - cash only, French pastries and brunch.
Tamuraβs liquor store - good poke.
Oβo farm, Haiku - amazing farm to table experience.
Ocean Vodka Distillery, Kula - go from 5-7pm for open grass seating with live music, sunset, cocktails, and pizza. Great for kids.
Limaβs, Paia - Never knew I liked Peruvian food until Iβve been here. Get grandmaβs special.
Tiffanyβs, Wailuku - new owner is top chef.
Happy Opu, Kahului - brand new manapua shop.
Leodaβs, Olowalu - pies and ahi sandwich.
Waikapu on 30, Wailuku - local gem plate lunch.
Breweries
Mahalo Aleworks
Kohala
Maui Brewing
Waikiki Brewing