Romantic Maui Vacation Tips and Activities
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If you haven’t been to Maui yet…what are you waiting for? For many couples who have honeymooned in the Hawaiian Islands, Maui remains their favorite. A sun-drenched pacific paradise far removed from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki, it is perfect for both sun seekers and the more active types.
Here we are at Ho’okipa Beach Park, Maui This page will focus on Maui vacation info and romantic Maui attractions and travel tips, primarily along the south and western shores…
Air Travel to MauiAloha Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are the 2 main carriers serving Kahului airport. They each have flights from Honolulu to Maui virtually every hour during the day and evening. From the mainland, American, United and Delta all serve Maui from several different US airports. Flight time from Los Angeles and San Francisco to Maui is about 5 hours.
For more on airlines that fly to Kahului and flying time to Maui, see our report on Air Travel to Hawaii.
From outside the USA, Air Canada and WestJet offer direct service to Maui. They fly from Vancouver to Maui several times a week during the winter season, and also have lots of vacation packages to Maui available. Flight time from Vancouver to Maui is about 5 hours.
How to Transfer from Maui Airport to Kaanapali & Lahaina: Taxi is expensive ($50) and price for the airport shuttle is similar. A rental car booked in advance is probably the best solution price-wise and for convenience sake too. How to Transfer from Maui Airport to Kihei: Taxi is about $25, and airport shuttle van is about the same. Romantic Things to Do in Maui
This next section of Maui vacation tips deals with romantic things to do in Maui. It includes most of the "must-see" top Maui attractions.
For more info on romantic places, even including where to propose on Maui, we've collected some of the best romantic spots in Maui (and the rest of Hawaii!) in our Best Places to Propose in Hawaii page.
Best Maui Beaches for Swimming:
Best Snorkelling Beaches in Maui:
What to Do in Lahaina: Stock up on souvenirs on Front St, take a whale watching tour, or just enjoy a cocktail or mai-tai at one of the waterfront restaurants or lounges.
What to Do in Kihei: On the water, windsurfing, boogie boarding and kayaking. Inland, there’s dining, entertainment and shopping to be found along S Kihei Rd. Canadians can check out the Captain Vancouver Monument!
The Road to Hana: This has to be one of the best scenic drives in Hawaii! It's a curvy, hilly and extremely scenic (and romantic) journey for over 2 hours from Kahului to Hana.
Take your time and allow for stops along the way to see the many scenic overlooks and waterfalls .
Romantic Maui Beach Walk: Another attraction for couples is the Kaanapali Beach Walk from the Hyatt Regency all the way north to the Sheraton Maui. It's especially romantic at night with the lit tiki torches and the pounding surf.
We chose the Old Lahaina Luau, and it was excellent! We heard it was one of the best diner shows in Maui, and everything was great. Dinner was a sumptuous feast of steak, roast pig and baked Mahi Mahi. And the torch-lit Polynesian Hula show after was great entertainment.
HaleakalaOne of the most spectacular attractions on a Maui vacation is Haleakala National Park, home of a 10,000 ft. high volcano, Mount Haleakala (don’t worry, it’s dormant!) The views are utterly amazing, and well worth the 2 hour drive up to the top! Many come up in the wee hours to watch the sunrise from the top, a breathtaking experience.
During the day, gazing through the puffy clouds will reveal the bright blue Pacific and outer edges of the island. There are numerous Haleakala hikes, some which take you deep inside the volcanic crater. The trip up can be done independantly or with a tour. If you do make the early morning expedition, dress well or bring a blanket for warmth.
Romantic Maui Restaurants
When looking for the best places to eat in Maui, there are several options. Most Maui resort hotels have fine dining restaurants. Check out the many properties in Kaanapali for not only dinner menus but also breakfast and lunch buffets.
A couple of our favorite romantic restaurants in Maui include the Five Palms Restaurant in Kihei (great oceanfront views, 2960 South Kihei Road, Kihei, HI 808-879-2607)and David Paul's Lahaina Grill (127 Lahainaluna Road, Lahaina, HI 808-667-5117), which has won the award for best restaurant in Maui for a number of years,
There are cheaper Maui restaurants in both Kihei and Lahaina, with everything from burgers and pizza to sushi, pasta and seafood. And here’s a tip: If the desert menu looks just average, do what we do: find an ice cream vendor nearby and enjoy a chocolate sundae while walking along the beach!
Weather in Maui
In one word: Great! Like the other islands in the chain, the western side is mostly dry and sunny year-round, while the eastern part receives greater amounts of rainfall. December to March is when the island gets most of its precipitation, and the occasional storm.
Temperatures are consistent in the range of 28 to 31 Celsius ( 84 to 88 Fahrenheit) for daytime highs, with evenings cooler but very comfortable. To sum it all up: The best time to travel to Maui is anytime!
More Romantic Maui Vacation Info:To plan a romantic holiday in Hawaii that's a little bit different, see our Ideas for Unique Hawaii Romantic Vacations.
For destination weddings in Maui, we have info on how to elope to Maui in our Elope In Hawaii section.
...and don't forget our guides to other great Hawaiian Islands holidays and honeymoons:
The Official Visitors Site for Maui: www.visitmaui.com
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Romantic Maui Luau - one of the most romantic attractions in Maui during the evening has to be a sunset luau. Many of the large resorts (Marriott, Sheraton and the Hyatt) have laua's on their property, and there are others scattered around the island.