Since 2010, I've been lucky enough to make a name for my business in the Maui area. I absolutely love everything about Maui. Well, except for the part that it's so darn expensive! I've definitely found my own ways to do Maui on a budget as well!
I get asked every few months for my recommendations in Maui. I wrote this up for a friend and decided to post it here! I'll definitely be expanding on this post and adding photos in the future, but here is my list of To Dos on the gorgeous island!
Star Noodle - if you do nothing else on this list, please promise me you will eat here! Our favorite restaurant of all times. It's in Lahaina, in a weird industrial park - there will be a wait but YUM. I recommend the Pad Thai and the Asian Pear drink. Lunchtime/mid-day is best - otherwise expect to wait an hour at least! You can also get it to go!
The Gazebo - Another do not miss! Best breakfast ever! We recommend the pancakes & fried rice. It's a small restaurant at the back of Napili Shores hotel. There is an actual line (not just reservations) you have to wait in. We found that going around 10-11am you miss most of the morning crowd - we still waited 45min. Wear sunscreen, the wait has no shade (although they do provide umbrellas). Closes at 2pm. Take a walk down to the tide pools below after.
Maui Brewing Company - The main brewery is brand new and in Kihei. It's a gorgeous facility and usually has food trucks. I think there is going to a be a restaurant someday. The taphouse is still in Napili and open later. Good food and more good beer.
Trilogy - This is a boating company that does snorkel/scuba tours. So fun, they take you out all day to two spots and provide lunch and gear. Pricey. I recommend the Molokini/Turtle town tour.
Banyan Tree Park - Front Street (the main touristy street in Lahaina) See the largest Banyan tree in the US.
Road to Hana - I highly recommend the guide book Maui Revealed. It's the best one out there. Road to Hana is great but will take all day. I love the Red Sand Beach in Hana the best. (bring your hiking shoes) ***side note: red sand beach is known for is lax attitude, so don't be shocked if you come across full nude sunbathing and smoking of illegal substances.
Coconuts Fish Cafe - in Kihei - best fish tacos! It's also BYOB so stop by the ABC store for a 6 pack of Maui Brewing cans :)
Lava Fields - Head out towards Wailea and keep going...you will eventually hit a one way road (at parts) and in to this massive lava field. At the end is a great spot to see spinner dolphins. Along the road is a few cool beaches including Big Beach (Makena beach) and Little Beach (a nude beach accessible from Big Beach). Secret Beach is also over there..small and not so secret but good place to spy on weddings!
Ziplining - Tons of fun but pricey. We did the one at Haleakala. There is also a so-so winery up there you can taste at as well as a pretty Lavender Farm.
Blowhole or Olivine Pools - a decent hike (real shoes, no flip flops) and cool but don't get too close!
Snorkeling - if you want to just snorkel on your own, you can park at the Sheraton in Kaanapali for $8 and its a great place to see fish and turtles. It can get crowded though!
Hula Grill/Barefoot Bar - a but touristy, at the end of Whalers Village (an outdoor mall) but they have killer happy hour, live music and hula dancing. We loved spending hours here, drinking with our feet in the sand!
Merriman's - if you want a nice romantic dinner, check this place out! Great view & happy hour
Leoda's Pie Shop - you'll pass it on your way to the West, its in Olowalu. Delicious pies, great sandwiches/burgers/salads.
Aloha Mixed Plate - down to earth (cheaper) local food, tasty.
Old Lahaina Luau - best one I've been to, very upscale, strong drinks, entertaining. They are more traditional, so just dancing and no fire shows.
Sansei - Best sushi (popular and $$)
I get asked every few months for my recommendations in Maui. I wrote this up for a friend and decided to post it here! I'll definitely be expanding on this post and adding photos in the future, but here is my list of To Dos on the gorgeous island!
Star Noodle - if you do nothing else on this list, please promise me you will eat here! Our favorite restaurant of all times. It's in Lahaina, in a weird industrial park - there will be a wait but YUM. I recommend the Pad Thai and the Asian Pear drink. Lunchtime/mid-day is best - otherwise expect to wait an hour at least! You can also get it to go!
The Gazebo - Another do not miss! Best breakfast ever! We recommend the pancakes & fried rice. It's a small restaurant at the back of Napili Shores hotel. There is an actual line (not just reservations) you have to wait in. We found that going around 10-11am you miss most of the morning crowd - we still waited 45min. Wear sunscreen, the wait has no shade (although they do provide umbrellas). Closes at 2pm. Take a walk down to the tide pools below after.
Maui Brewing Company - The main brewery is brand new and in Kihei. It's a gorgeous facility and usually has food trucks. I think there is going to a be a restaurant someday. The taphouse is still in Napili and open later. Good food and more good beer.
Trilogy - This is a boating company that does snorkel/scuba tours. So fun, they take you out all day to two spots and provide lunch and gear. Pricey. I recommend the Molokini/Turtle town tour.
Banyan Tree Park - Front Street (the main touristy street in Lahaina) See the largest Banyan tree in the US.
Road to Hana - I highly recommend the guide book Maui Revealed. It's the best one out there. Road to Hana is great but will take all day. I love the Red Sand Beach in Hana the best. (bring your hiking shoes) ***side note: red sand beach is known for is lax attitude, so don't be shocked if you come across full nude sunbathing and smoking of illegal substances.
Coconuts Fish Cafe - in Kihei - best fish tacos! It's also BYOB so stop by the ABC store for a 6 pack of Maui Brewing cans :)
Lava Fields - Head out towards Wailea and keep going...you will eventually hit a one way road (at parts) and in to this massive lava field. At the end is a great spot to see spinner dolphins. Along the road is a few cool beaches including Big Beach (Makena beach) and Little Beach (a nude beach accessible from Big Beach). Secret Beach is also over there..small and not so secret but good place to spy on weddings!
Ziplining - Tons of fun but pricey. We did the one at Haleakala. There is also a so-so winery up there you can taste at as well as a pretty Lavender Farm.
Blowhole or Olivine Pools - a decent hike (real shoes, no flip flops) and cool but don't get too close!
Snorkeling - if you want to just snorkel on your own, you can park at the Sheraton in Kaanapali for $8 and its a great place to see fish and turtles. It can get crowded though!
Hula Grill/Barefoot Bar - a but touristy, at the end of Whalers Village (an outdoor mall) but they have killer happy hour, live music and hula dancing. We loved spending hours here, drinking with our feet in the sand!
Merriman's - if you want a nice romantic dinner, check this place out! Great view & happy hour
Leoda's Pie Shop - you'll pass it on your way to the West, its in Olowalu. Delicious pies, great sandwiches/burgers/salads.
Aloha Mixed Plate - down to earth (cheaper) local food, tasty.
Old Lahaina Luau - best one I've been to, very upscale, strong drinks, entertaining. They are more traditional, so just dancing and no fire shows.
Sansei - Best sushi (popular and $$)
You really make me want to head there!
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