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MAUI BEST GUIDEBOOK MARCH 2013-2014 ACTIVITIES B EST: B EST: B EST: B EST: B EST: B EST: B EST: Stand-Up Paddling Downhill Bike Tour Molokini Snorkel Kayak Tours Lu`aus & Shows Hiking Horseback B EST: B EST: B EST: B EST: B EST: B EST: B EST: Maui Coffee Hawaiian Jewelry Gourmet Market Hawaiian Shirts Souvenir Shop Surf Shops Scrimshaw 's maui your gui d Sushi Pizza Italian Burger Shave Ice Fresh Fish Beachfront Dining Beste to DINING B EST: B EST: B EST: B EST: B EST: B EST: B EST: SHOPPING MAPS • S ERVICES • GOLF S IG HTS EEI NG • B EACH ES C E LE B RATING 3 2 YE ARS O N M A U I BEST Lu‘au 1251 Front Street, Lahaina Along the ocean in Historic Lahaina Town www.oldlahainaluau.com 1 Frommer’s Maui: “Its authenticity, intimacy, hospitality, cultural integrity and sheer romantic beauty have made this Maui’s top luau.” H a w a i i M a g a z i n e : “This is the best luau on Maui. I rate it the best in the state.” F e a t u r e d i n : National Geographic Traveler, New York Times & The Travel Channel Six Time Winner of Prestigious “Kahili Award” Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau Voted “Best Luau” Maui No Ka Oi Magazine, Maui News & Maui Time Zagat Survey: “Excellent”, “Extraordinary to Perfection” For Reserved Seats Call 667-9551 BEST Hawaiian Jewelry mon ith Dia Gold w w o s. g ll e in earr e or Y atching g Whit Gleamin vailable plus m es a Two siz d. ® ’s Hawaii Forem ost De signer “Barefootin’ ™” is Available on Maui “Exclusively” at Dolphin Galleries. K A ‘ A NAPALI - W h a l ers Vi l l a ge 8 0 8 -6 6 1 -5 1 1 5 WA IL EA - T h e S ho p s a t Wa i l ea 80 8 -8 9 1 -6 0 0 0 www.MikelJewelry.com 808-661-1418 • Toll Free 888-661-1418 Welcome on Maui What makes a business THE BEST? For a start: high quality, consistency, reputation and above all, great visitor satisfaction. Those businesses honored in BEST GUIDEBOOK were hand picked for their excellence and are spotlighted for their specialties. Activities, restaurants and shops have been carefully selected to provide the Perfect Road Map leading you directly to the best Maui has to offer. Please mention BEST GUIDEBOOK when dining, shopping or booking your activity. Mahalo for choosing Maui. Mikel Mesh, Publisher Debra Morrill, General Manager FREE Smartphone App for $pecials & $avings Download VISITOR INFO MAUI from the App Store for up-to-date info & discounts on Dining, Shopping, Entertainment & Activities App Directly Connects You for Reservations and Maps your Destination Please enjoy our other publications... Visit us online www.CheckItOutHawaii.com best GUIDEBOOK is published annually by: The Best Publishing & Distribution Co. P.O. Box 1327 • Lahaina, Hawai‘i 96767 • 808-667-1905 Graphic Design: MY Design Group www.mydgroup.net ©2013 The Best Publishing & Distribution Co. F e a t u r e s Welcome 3 Best Sights and Attractions 7 Maui’s Best Beaches Maui Maps 10 12-16 Maui Golf Courses Services Dining Reviews 88 89 17 Beachfront Dining – Pacific’O 24 Burger – Cool Cat Café 41 Farm to Table Dining – I’o 25 Fresh Fish – Hula Grill 31 Fresh Pasta – Maui Fish & Pasta 28 Hawaiian Ambiance – Duke’s Beach House 27 Italian – Longhi’s 39 Japanese Pacific Fusion – Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar 29 Japanese Teppanyaki – Kobe Japanese Steak House 36 Local Food – Aloha Mixed Plate 32 Mexican – Maui Tacos 40 Noodles – Star Noodle 30 Ocean Tavern – Mala, an Ocean Tavern 33 Pies – Leoda’s Kitchen & Pie Shop 34 Pizza – Lahaina Pizza Company 38 Sailing & Dining Experinece – Ali‘i Nui’s Royal Feast 42 Seafood – Honu Seafood & Pizza 26 Shave Ice – Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice 35 Sushi – Oku’s Sushi Bar 36 BEST Activities Activity Reviews 44 63 71 Adventure Snorkel Trip – Maui Magic 54 Aquarium – Maui Ocean Center inside back cover Downhill Bike Tour – Cruiser Phil’s 66 Drive to Hana Package – Hana Bay Picnic Co. 80 Farm Tour – O’o Farm 67 Hawaiian Production – ‘Ulalena 85 Helicopter Tours – Sunshine Helicopters 58 Hiking Tours – Hike Maui 63 Horseback – Pony Express Tours 62 Jet Skiing – Jet Ski Maui 71 Kayak Tours – Kelii’s Kayak Tours 83 Lana‘i Passenger Ferry & Golf Package – Expeditions 76 Lana‘i Snorkel Excursion – Paragon 64 Lu‘au – Old Lahaina Lu‘au inside front cover Magical Evening – Warren & Annabelle’s 75 Massage – Makai Massage 87 Ocean Rafting – Captain Steve’s Rafting 56 Performance Sail – America II 74 Polynesian Feast & Dinner Show – Feast at Lele 68 Sightseeing Tours – Temptation Tours 60 Snorkel Trip to Molokini – Four Winds II 52 continued on next page Sport Fishing – Start Me Up Sportfishing 70 Stand-Up Paddling – Goofy Foot Surf School 73 Submarine – Atlantis 81 Surfing Instruction – Goofy Foot Surf School 72 Train Ride – Sugar Cane Train 78 Underwater Viewing – Reefdancer 84 Value Package – Atlantis Value Package 86 Zipline Tours – Skyline Eco-Adventures 82 BEST Shopping Shopping Reviews 90 97 93 Gourmet Market – ‘Aina Gourmet Market 99 Hawaiian Jewelry – Mikel at Dolphin Galleries 2, 100, 101, 102 Hawaiian Shirts – Moonbow Tropics 95 Inspirational Jewelry – God is Love Jewelry Collection 97 Maui Coffee – MauiGrown Coffee Company 94 Scrimshaw – Lahaina Scrimshaw 96 Souvenir Shop – Sand & Sea 93 Surf Shops – Honolua Surf Co. 103 Tropical Artist – Kim McDonald 98 BEST… Beaches Every beach on Maui has its own character, its own sand, its own kind of waves. And every beach is open, free of charge—even if, at first glance, it seems to be surrounded by buildings. The guarantee of free beach access is a bedrock fixture of Hawai‘i state law. Parking can be a bit of a game, but it’s a game Maui wants you to win! Go out and find the beaches you haven’t yet discovered. Take a look at page 10 for descriptions of our favorites, and our maps on pages 12-16 for locations. Natural beauty is the best free attraction on Earth! Parks Haleakala National Park Your Maui vacation will not be complete without a visit to Haleakala National Park. The 10,000 ft. inactive (not dormant) volcano crater makes for an other-worldly experience, and offers the opportunity to see the work of Madame Pele (the volcano goddess) first hand. The Park offers informative (and sheltered) viewpoints at the summit (open 5:30am-3:00pm daily), as well as at the park headquarters (open 7:00am-3:45pm). Stop at Hosmer Grove and walk the easy loop trail. Park admission is $10 per car, good for three days at both the summit and the Kipahulu area of the Park near Hana. Call 808572-4400 for a 24-hour hotline for program schedules (the Park provides a number of guided nature hikes). www.nps.gov/hale. I‘ao Valley State Monument I‘ao Valley vibrates with mana (spirit). For centuries the ali‘i (chiefs) made this valley kapu (forbidden), and used it for scared purposes. Walk the tropical garden, then along the banks of Maui’s largest natural watercourse. Jump in and soak it up! Be sure to stop at Kepaniwai Park, with its cultural exhibits, for insights into Hawaiian history. Parking is $5 per car and both parks are open daily from 7am to 7pm 808-984-8109; www.hawaiistateparks.org/parks/maui. Kapalua Resort Though technically not a park, the Kapalua Resort has hiking trails that are free of charge as a self-guided experience. Access to many of the trails is via a free resort shuttle. Download the Kapalua Resort Trails Map at http://kapalua.com/activities/hiking-trails. 808-6654386. Museums Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum Located next to Hawai‘i’s only remaining sugar factory, in the historic plantation town of Pu‘unene, the Sugar Museum is a wonderful repository of information and exhibits about one of the most significant and influential periods in Maui’s history. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for seniors, and $2 for children ages 6-12. Children 5 and under are free. Open Sunday-Saturday, 9:30am-4pm 808-8718058; www.sugarmuseum.com. Bailey House in Wailuku Home of the Maui Historical Society, the museum is a well-preserved relic of missionary days with interesting artifacts from the days of old Hawai‘i. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for seniors, and $2 for children ages 7-12. Children 6 and under are free. Open Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm 808-244-3326; www.mauimuseum.org. Baldwin Home Museum in Lahaina This early 19th century residence of missionary Dr. Dwight Baldwin, whose offspring have had such a powerful influence on Maui history, makes a good starting place for a walking tour of Lahaina town. The Baldwin Home is the oldest house on the island of Maui. Admission is $7 per person ($5 for seniors) and includes entrance to both the Baldwin Home & Wo Hing museums. Children 12 and under are free. Open daily 10am-4pm 808-661-3262; www.lahainarestoration.org. Hana Cultural Center & Museum With its quaint old courthouse and replica native living compound, the center is a wealth of information about old Hana town. Admission is free (a $3 per person donation is requested). Open Monday-Friday 10am-4pm 808-248-8622; www.hanaculturalcenter.org. History Room at Maui’s Winery (a.k.a. Tedeschi Vineyards) One of Maui’s least-known museums is better than free—it comes with wine! Displays show the history of Ulupalakua Ranch, with interesting information on topics such as the paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy), King Kalakaua (known as the “Merrie Monarch,” and after whom the annual hula festival in Hilo is named), and Maui’s native forests. The winery’s tasting bar, 17 feet long and made of solid mango wood, is right nearby. 877-878-6058; www.mauiwine.com. Ka‘anapali Historical Trail Ka‘anapali is rich with history and legends and the Ka‘anapali Beach Resort offers a self-guided tour highlighting the area’s storied past. At no charge, this “outdoor museum” is not to be missed. The Ka‘anapali Historical Trail tour takes approximately two hours to complete. Visitors can contact 808-661-3271 for information on where to pick up the free brochure and map. www.kaanapaliresort. com/WhatToDo/HistoricalTrail. Nature Museum at Hawai‘i Nature Center Located within I‘ao Valley State Monument, this interactive museum is creatively kid oriented. Containing more than 30 museum exhibits and a personal introduction to the Hawaiian rainforest, the museum is guaranteed to make your visit to Maui special and memorable. Admission is $6 for adults and $4 for children. Open daily 10am-4pm 808-244-6500; www.hawaiinaturecenter.org. Whalers Village Museum This museum, located within the Whalers Village Shopping Center in Ka‘anapali, captures the drama of Lahaina’s short-lived whaling industry. It also contains a prized collection of 19th century scrimshaw—pictures finely carved on whale teeth and bone, then rubbed with ink to bring out the design. Open daily 10am-6pm Adults $3, Seniors $2, Children $1 (6yrs-18yrs), and children 5 yrs. and under are free. 808-661-5992; www.whalersvillage.com. Wo Hing Museum in Lahaina Chinese history in Lahaina predates the whalers and missionaries. In 1912, using private donations, the Wo Hing Society built a twostory temple on Front Street. The building served as a fraternal and social meeting hall. It housed a sacred altar room on the second floor for religious ceremonies. Fascinating artifacts are displayed and explained throughout the museum. Admission is $7 ($5 for seniors) and includes both Wo Hing & Baldwin Home museums; children 12 and under are free. Open Saturday-Thursday 10am-4pm; Friday 1-8pm 808-661-3262; www.lahainarestoration.org. Art Exhibits Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center Located Upcountry just below historic Makawao town, “The Hui” offers exhibits on the main floor of an elegant antique mansion, as well as studios and classes in many art forms and special events. Open Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm Free admission. 808-572-6560; www.huinoeau.com. Schaefer International Gallery Located at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center (“The MACC”) in Kahului, the Schaefer Gallery curates fascinating exhibits several times per year. The MACC itself offers an ever-changing season of performing arts events (generally not free), and hosts the Maui Film Festival (808572-3456). The gallery has free admission, and is open WednesdaySaturday 11am-5pm, and before shows and during intermissions. Schaefer Gallery 808-242-2787; MACC box office 808-242-7469; www.mauiarts.org. Turnbull Studios & Sculpture Garden You’ll experience the unexpected at this working gallery, located in Kahakuloa—approximately 15 minutes from Wailuku on the panoramic Highway 340. Master carvers Bruce, Steve and Christine Turnbull showcase their array of spectacular sculptures at this outof-the-way, but definitely worth the trip, art mecca. Open MondayFriday 10am-5pm, and by appointment. 808-244-0101 or 877-2669838; www.turnbullstudios.org. Botanical Gardens & Earthly Wonders Ali‘i Kula Lavender Home to approximately 55,000 lavender plants and 45 different varieties of lavender, olive trees, hydrangea and protea blooming on 10.5 acres, this working farm offers five walking tours per day ($12 per person plus tax), or you can explore the property on your own with their self-guided map (general admission is $3, children 12 and under are free). Open daily 9am-4pm 808-878-3004; www. aliikulalavender.com. Kahanu Garden When you visit Hana, plan ahead for a tour of this garden, which is only one of five gardens in the country to be chartered by the U.S. Congress as a National Tropical Botanical Garden. See the world's largest collection of breadfruit trees and the remarkable ethnobotanical plants that were brought to Maui in ancient voyaging canoes. The acreage also includes a site of extreme importance in Hawaiian history—Pi‘ilanihale Heiau, the largest ancient monument in the state, and the former seat of power for the legendary King Pi‘ilani. Self-guided tours are available Monday-Saturday 9am2pm, and cost $10 for adults. Guided tours are available only on Saturdays at 10am, and cost $25 for adults. Both types of tours are free for children 12 and under. 808-248-8912; www.ntbg.org. Kula Botanical Garden Located on the slope of Haleakala, the garden encompasses eight acres of colorful and unique plants, amazing rock formations, a covered bridge, waterfalls, koi pond, aviary, and carved tiki exhibit. Open daily 9am-4pm. Admission is $10 for adults and $3 for children ages 6-12. Children 5 and under are free; 808-878-1715. www. kulabotanicalgarden.com. Maui Tropical Plantation This 60-acre, Central Maui working plantation focuses on the food crops of the tropics, and offers visitors an instructional tram tour. The cost of a tram ticket falls just above the $12 limit of this lowbudget guide ($15 plus tax for adults), but admission to the lush and extensive grounds is free. Open daily 9am-5pm 808-244-7643; www.mauitropicalplantation.com. Cheer your day. visit: BRIGHTEN YOUR DAY with a free cartoon each day. good clean fun. www.DailyFlounder.com M s ’ i u a BEST BEACHES From spectacular sunsets to pristine beaches and clear aquamarine water, the beaches of Maui provide a joyful setting for playing, swimming, relaxing and gazing. Here’s a listing of some of the best beaches along Maui’s shores. 1 H onolua - Mokule‘ia Bays Marine Life Conservation District - Although Honolua Bay is world-famous for surfing, the calm, clear waters of the protected marine reserve offer some of the finest snorkeling around Maui. Mokule‘ia’s golden sand beach and bay are popular for playing and swimming. 2 N apili Bay - One of the most scenic bays on Maui, with golden sand and exceptional snorkeling. 3 K a‘anapali (Dig-Me) Beach to Black Rock - Three miles of beautiful golden sand and beautiful people with lots of ocean activities. 4 H anakao‘o (Canoe) Beach Park - Outrigger canoe clubs meet here for paddling; nice black sand beach with a lifeguard tower. 5 L auniupoko Beach Park - Black sand, shady lawns, and a kids’ swimming pond. 6 H o‘okipa Beach - One of the best windsurfing beaches in the world! Great place to watch the professionals. 7 S ugar Beach - Sugary white sand (hence the name) great for sunning, swimming and windsurfing. 8 K amaole Beaches I, II, & III - More park than beach, but great for swimming, and fun for picnics and parties. 9 K eawakapu Beach - Small white sand beach, a favorite of locals. 10 Ulua Beach - Extraordinary snorkeling; beautiful beach. 11 W ailea Beach - This exquisite stretch of beach runs along the ocean from the Grand Wailea Resort to the Four Seasons Resort. Swimming, sunning and people watching. 12 M akena’s Big & Little Beaches - Gorgeous stretches of white sand and crystal water. Exercise caution when waves are big as break is shallow. Little Beach is a clothing optional (unofficially) small cove just around the rocks from Big Beach. *For locations, please see corresponding numbers on maps. Remember to wear your sunscreen & never turn your back on the ocean! Enjoy! HONOKOHAU Royal Ka‘anapali & Ka‘anapali Kai Courses Kapalua West Maui Airport WAIHE‘E Waiehu Golf Course The Dunes at Maui Lani 30 KAHULUI 330 Kahului Bay Waiehu Kahului Airport 340 WAILUKU WAIKAPU Pu'u Kukui 5788 ‘Iao Valley State Park WEST MAUI MOUNTAINS 340 Kahakuloa Head Blowhole HONOKAHUA KAHAKULOA Kapalua Plantation Course HONOKOWAI LAHAINA Lahaina Harbor KA‘ANAPALI Honokowai Beach Park KAHANA Kapalua Bay Course KAPALUA NAPILI DT Fleming Beach Park PU‘UNENE 37 Ba . HALI‘IMAILE MAKAWAO PUKALANI WY . AH Av e HA‘IKU Pa‘uwela Pt. n wi ld LOWER PA‘IA 6 PA‘IA AL AK LE HA 36 H.A. Baldwin Beach Park Ho‘okipa Beach Park rM OLINDA 360 Maui Memorial Hospital ani hal Ma Maui Arts & Cultural Center NA HA Y. HW HUELO S. Pa p Nakalele Pt. 32 e. a Av Lo we St . e. ain Kanaloa Av Wailuku War Memorial ha 340 me h Wakea 340 Kaahu I AN EL 380 HW Ke‘anae Arboretum 311 Starbucks Walmart d e nt a ls 36 Airport R Car Hansen Rd. KAHULUI ele ok oa yR To Kihei, Wailea & Makena Honomanu Bay KE‘ANAE Kaumahina State Wayside Ho ir Da St. lani Keo Costco KMart Krispy Kreme Amala St. Kanaha Pond Wildlife Refuge A la ma ha 350 Y. To Lahaina, Kaanapali & Kapalua IH KU m ve. anu A 36 To HA & H Pa N an ‘ia A HW a Y. HA L 37 To EAK Cra ALA ter HW Y. Heliport Kanaha Beach Park KAHULUI AIRPORT AREA Kahului Harbor aA ve . Honokohau Bay 30 Honolua Bay E Y. Av e. Maui W ve. eA IH nen LA N Puu . d. Rd uR iry leh Da Pu HWY . Rd. me Ave. Ka ene no Puun Lo each lo lui B La u Kahu L pa eh Wai Ala a uin Pa d. ch R Bea Kaa St. NO AP I‘I HO L Y. 30 HW Olowalu Ukumehame Beach Park Scenic Overlook 5 I AN Launiupoko State Wayside Beach Park Kahili Golf Course KU I 311 ULEL S. Kihei Rd. Cape Hanamanioa La Pérouse Bay ‘Ahihi-Kina‘u National Area Reserve Cape Kina‘u Makena Golf Course MAKENA KULA 377 Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area KEOKEA Tedeschi Winery HW Rd. Põhakueaea Pt. Kanaloa ULUPALAKUA LA KU Y. KANAIO Wailea Emerald & Gold Courses WAILEA Wailea Alanui Rd. Ahihi Bay WY. Makena State Park ANI H Makena Bay PI‘IL Keawala‘i Church Wailea Blue Course elleair Maui Golf Club pio a‘o Om Pukalani Golf Course KULA HWY. Kihei Boat Ramp KIHEI Ma‘alaea Bay 31 Kealia National Wildlife Refuge Ma‘alaea Harbor 380 MOK L HALEAKALA HWY. Wekea Pt. PI‘ILAN I HWY. Science City Red Hill 10,023 Haleakala Crater Ko‘olau Gap Natural Arch Nuu Bay KAUPO Kaupo Gap A HW Y. 360 Huialoha Church Ohe‘o Gulch (Seven Pools) Kukui Bay Charles A. Lindbergh Grave KIPAHULU Alau Island Hamoa Beach Hotel Hana-Maui Hana Bay Wai‘anapanapa State Park Black Sand Beach Hana Airport HANA National Tropical Botanical Garden Kipa hulu Valle y HAN NAHIKU HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK Visitor Center LA . KA RD EA ER L T HA RA C Pua‘a Ka‘a State Wayside Ma‘alaea Bay ei rirport ului A Kih Ro ad h To Ka rth WY. LELE H MOKU No 31 Sugar Beach Kihei 311 7 Uwapo Kaiwah ine St. Mai Poina Oe lau Beach Park Ohukai R Kenolio Rd. d. PI‘ILANI HWY. S. Kihei Road Kalepolepo Beach Park Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Kihei Commerical Center Tesoro Gas Express Kaon oulu 31 Ulunui St. Long’s Shopping Center Pi‘ilani Village Shopping Center Azeka Makai elleair Maui Azeka Mauka Golf Club Times Supermarket Lipoa Halama St. S. Kihei Rd. KIHEI Fire Dept. Kalama Beach Park Cove Park Clubhouse E. Welakahao Kukui Mall Kihei Town Center Kihei Kalama Village Auh ana Rd. Kanani nui aka Kan Maui Coast Hotel Kamaole Beach Park I 8 Kamaole Beach Park II 8 Dolphin Plaza Kamaole Beach Center Rainbow Mall Kamaole Shopping Center Keone kai Rd . PI‘ILANI HWY. Kamaole Beach Park III 8 Ke Ali‘i Alanui Kihei Boat Ramp 31 Ma pu na Kiloha Keawakapu Beach Park 9 Ok ala Mokapu Beach Park Ulua Beach Park 10 Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa The Shops at Wailea ni Pl. Black Rock Sheraton Maui 3 Keka‘a Dr. Dig Me Beach (from Sheraton to Hyatt Regency) a rk w ay pali P KA‘ANAPALI Westin Maui Sugar Can HONOAPI‘ILANI HWY. Ka‘an a Whalers Village Royal Ka‘anapali Course 30 e Train No Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club he ai aK Ka‘anapali Kai Course Dr. To a in Laha Hyatt Regency Maui 4 H ane rC ga Su n NI H i Tra St. t. Pu'unoa Point I‘ILA ana Lahaina Cannery Mall tS Jodo Mission Mo Mala Fro n Ala Mala Wharf ONO AP Lahaina Ka‘aTo nap ali Hanakao‘o (Canoe) Beach WY. 30 Kenui St. Hinau ana P Limah l. Baker St. Railroad Depot Lahaina Center Papalaua St. Lahaina Shopping Center LAHAINA Lahaina Square Pioneer Sugar Mill a Rd. Lahainalun Lahaina Market Place Wharf Cinema Center Kukui St. Dickenson Square Lahaina Harbor Pioneer Inn Waine‘e St. Luakini St. Front St. Wharf St. Mill St. Hale St. Courthouse & Fort Banyan Tree son St. Dicken Prison St. 505 Front Street Moku'ula Park Shaw 30 St. Lahaina Aquatics Center Front St. To Wailuku, Kihei, Hana Honolua Bay Honolua-Mokule‘ia Beaches Kapalua 1 Kapalua Plantation Golf Course KAPALUA D.T. Fleming Beach Park The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua Offi ce r. aD Rd. lu pa Ka 30 Kapalua Bay Golf Course W IH AN I‘IL Napili Plaza HO NO AP i Rd. NAPILI Y. i‘ilan noap Napili Bay 2 L. Ho Kapalua Bay KAHANA Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa The Shops at Wailea 31 Wailea Ike Dr. Wailea Beach 11 Four Seasons Resort Wailea Point Waile a WAILEA Alanu i Dr. Grand Wailea Resort Wailea Blue Golf Course Fairmont Kea Lani Resort Hotel Wailea Polo Beach Wailea Makena Old Makena Rd. Palauea Beach Clubhouse Wailea Gold & Emerald Courses Po‘olenalena Beach MAKENA Makena Landing Makena Bay Makena Beach & Golf Resort Makena Clubhouse Pu‘u Ola‘i Molokini Island Little Beach 12 Makena State Park Oneloa (Big) Beach 12 I HWY. PI‘ILAN Ulua Beach 10 Makena Golf Course BEST Dining BEST: BEACHFRONT DINING • page 24 You can’t get much closer to the ocean than the charming indoor and outdoor island setting of PACIFIC’O. The Asian-Pacific cuisine is every bit as stellar as the beachfront ambiance. Masterful Executive Chef James McDonald is one of Hawai‘i’s premier culinary artists. His deft touch and celebrated creations are renowned. Don’t be surprised to see a local fisherman walking through the restaurant with a fresh catch! Pacific’O and sister restaurant I’o both benefit from their own upcountry Maui farm where the freshest produce and fruits are grown and harvested for their menus. Lunch and Dinner daily. Reservations suggested for dinner. BEST: BURGER • page 41 This family-friendly fifties inspired diner has been voted the “Best Burger on Maui” nine years running! Father and son owners Steve and Sean Corpuel use only the freshest ingredients for their thirteen specialty burgers, including buns baked daily by a local bakery, 100% Certified Angus Beef hand-pressed and never frozen, and the freshest produce. Most of all they make every burger like they made the first one over 20 years ago! Located across from the Lahaina Harbor, Cool Cat offers the freshest fish on Maui, and a full lunch and dinner menu with sandwiches, salads, delicious baby back ribs, steaks, and vegetarian selections. Cool Cat has a full bar, hosts live music nightly, and the arcade provides full entertainment for the young and the young at heart. Welcome to Maui’s COOL CAT CAFE! BEST: FARM TO TABLE DINING • page 25 Executive Chef James McDonald (also of pacific‘O fame) imbues his New Pacific Cuisine with European and Mediterranean influences, but his menu relies heavily on procuring the finest offerings from local farmers, ranchers, and fishermen. In fact, I‘O RESTAURANT is so serious about the Farm to Table concept, that they own their own farm here on Maui! Produce is being picked around the clock, and fishermen arrive daily to deliver their catch. Paired with Chef James’ deliciously inventive creations is an indoor-outdoor ambiance both chic and casual. Open for dinner daily and reservations are recommended. BEST Dining BEST: ITALIAN • page 39 LONGHI’S is one of those special restaurants in the world that almost defies description. There are two on Maui: in Lahaina, open air with ocean views (breakfast, lunch, dinner); and at The Shops at Wailea, open air and impeccably designed. A wide array of choices from seafood appetizers to pastas, fresh Maine lobster, 14 oz. Prime New York steaks, fresh fish and an abundance of fresh salads and vegetables. Using local, organic ingredients whenever possible, Longhi’s was created by a man who loves to eat! The ambiance is exceptional, and dress is casually elegant. BEST: FRESH FISH • page 31 Specializing in the freshest seafood and prime steaks, HULA GRILL & BAREFOOT BAR has won accolades for chefpartner Peter Merriman’s Hawai‘i Regional Cuisine. A picture postcard setting on Ka‘anapali Beach, this outdoor bistro and open-air dinner house is reminiscent of Hawai‘i’s gracious plantation era. Dishes of note: scallop and lobster potstickers, spicy roasted Tandoori style fresh fish, prime New York steak and coconut seafood chowder. The boisterous Barefoot Bar & Cafe, with its thatched palapas overhead and sand between the toes, serves up live entertainment daily. Located in Whalers Village Shopping Center on Ka‘anapali Beach. BEST: HAWAIIAN AMBIANCE • page 27 The legend of Duke Kahanamoku is alive and well on the Maui dining scene. DUKE’S BEACH HOUSE at Honua Kai Resort and Spa offers guests an authentic Hawaiian dining experience and a glimpse into the life of the restaurant’s namesake, Duke. Overlooking beautiful Ka‘anapali North Beach, the Aloha spirit and Hawaiian culture are felt throughout. Fantastic service and delicious food will have you coming back time and time again. The Hawaiian-influneced cuisine focuses on fresh, sustainable seafood and premium steaks. The breakfast, lunch and dinner menus offer an array of spectacular dishes full of locally sourced ingredients. Live Entertainment Daily; Aloha Hour. BEST: Japanese Pacific Fusion • page 29 Chef/Restaurateur D.K. Kodama’s wildly popular New Wave Sushi and Japanese-inspired Pacific Rim cuisine make SANSEI SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR one of Hawai‘i’s most loved restaurants. D.K.’s innovative cuisine consistently garners First Place awards at culinary festivals and rave reviews locally, nationally and internationally. There’s plenty to please everyone on the extensive menu, including Sansei’s signature dishes like Mango Crab Salad Hand Roll, Asian Rock Shrimp Cake, Miso Butterfish, Panko-Crusted Ahi Sashimi and so much more. Dinner nightly. Early bird specials and late night Karaoke. Make Sansei your first dining experience on Maui—you’ll definitely return again. BEST: JAPANESE TEPPANYAKI • page 36 Great food turns into entertainment in the gifted hands of Kobe’s teppanyaki chefs. The freshest steaks, seafood and vegetables are prepared tableside. You won’t go home hungry, and KOBE JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE is a fun place to take the kids. If you’ve never had the pleasure of teppanyaki cooking, your Maui vacation is the perfect time to experience this treat. Dinner only. Super Sunset Specials available daily for the 5:30 and 6pm seatings. BEST: LOCAL FOOD • page 32 So many visitors have asked where they can find “local food” that we’ve added this category to the Dining Section. You’re in Hawai‘i so why not experience what the locals enjoy? ALOHA MIXED PLATE is where you go! Plate lunch? They’re right on the ocean behind the Lahaina Cannery Mall (next to the dazzling home of Old Lahaina Lu‘au). Casual and affordable. Serving lunch and dinner daily from 10:30am to 10pm. BEST: MEXICAN • page 40 Burritos! Tacos! Grilled island fish, steak, tortas, vegetarian choices and their world famous Salsa Bar. The emphasis is healthy, fresh ingredients, offered in a quick-casual atmosphere. Voted Best Burrito and Best Fish Taco on Maui 11 years running. Created by famed Pacific Rim Chef Mark Ellman, MAUI TACOS is “Mexican Food with Mauitude.” Dinein or take-out for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Six Maui Tacos on Maui: Napili Plaza, Lahaina Square, Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center, Kihei at Kama‘ole Beach Center, Pi‘ilani Village Shopping Center and the newest location at Kihei Kalama Village. Kid friendly. “It’s Healthy Maui-Mex™ from Maui Tacos.” BEST Dining BEST: NOODLES • page 30 A Star is born… Gourmet noodle restaurants are the latest culinary rage and STAR NOODLE takes the spotlight. Traditional Asian noodles and Asian specialties, deftly created by James Beard nominee and Top Chef participant Chef Sheldon Simeon, are offered in a sleek, modern, elegant and casual ambiance with an emphasis on natural wood and stone. Fresh house-made noodles, desserts and gelato are prepared daily. The extensive menu includes a variety of signature noodle dishes, Steamed Pork Buns, Miso Salmon, Avocado Ahi, Sizzling Ribeye, Shrimp Tempura and much more. Uniquely located at the top of the new Lahaina Industrial Area. Try something different, delicious, affordable and fun. Call for easy directions. BEST: OCEAN TAVERN • page 33 Interested in dining on the water? Famed Maui chef Mark Ellman snatched up this incredible spot in 2005 and created Mala, an Ocean Tavern, smack dab at water's edge in Lahaina. MALA features an inventive array of Mediterranean and Pacific Rim inspired dishes; many are meant to be shared. The freshest of seafood, meat, poultry, and vegetables are crafted to please most any palate. Be sure to leave room for the iconic Caramel Miranda—Chef Ellman’s signature dessert that will make you roll your eyes heavenward. Mala is a family affair run by Chef Ellman and his wife Judy, with daughters Ariana and Michelle managing and bartending. Open daily for lunch, Happy Hour, and dinner, with brunch Sat. and Sun. If you happen to be in Wailea, sister restaurant, Mala Wailea, is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and has an incredible ocean view from the Wailea Marriott Resort & Spa. Do you practice aloha? Here’s your chance to get a better understanding of the aloha spirit, live it and share it with others. In famed chef Mark Ellman’s book “Practice Aloha, Secrets to Living Life Hawaiian Style,” he and coauthor Barbara Santos feature 150 stories, songs, and recipes from people who share their personal experiences on what it means to live life with aloha. The stories come from a diverse collection of people such as Fleetwood Mac’s Mick Fleetwood and Hawai‘i Governor Neil Abercrombie, and the forward is written by Dr. Wayne Dyer. Available thru Amazon as well as on your Kindle as an e-book. BEST: FRESH PASTA • page 28 Serving contemporary comfort food for breakfast, lunch and dinner, MAUI FISH & PASTA is an open-air oasis with a lovely plantation feel. The setting is truly spectacular and offers panoramic ocean views from its prime beachfront location in Whalers Village at Maui’s world famous Ka‘anapali Beach Resort. The latest restaurant from one of Hawai‘i’s most famous chefs, D.K. Kodama, Maui Fish & Pasta strives to incorporate as much locally grown product as possible on the new menu created by Executive Chef and Partner Ivan Pahk. Their goal is to deliver the freshest ingredients available to their guests—offering fresh island fish, delicious farm to table fare, and the only restaurant on the west side to make their own incredible homemade pastas. BEST: PIES • page 34 Decadent and sinfully delicious, the pies at LEODA’S KITCHEN & PIE SHOP are true perfection. Their specialty pies include a classic Banana Cream, Chocolate Caramel, Apple Crumb, Fresh Fruit and much more, including a few hand held pies. You’ll want to try them all! For those in the mood for savory, there’s also a Meat ‘n Potatoes and a traditional Chicken Pot Pie. Along with the pies, they bake four different types of bread daily for hearty deli-style sandwiches, burgers and hotdogs. With 90% of the products farmed and raised on Maui, Leoda’s is dedicated to using the freshest ingredients possible. BEST Dining BEST: PIZZA • page 38 Located upstairs in the former home of the legendary Blue Max, this landmark restaurant is a true local favorite. Great views of the ocean and Lahaina Harbor combined with their award-winning pizza make Lahaina Pizza Company a fun spot to be (kids love this place!). Their pastas, sandwiches and signature salads are also worth consideration. Perhaps the best Mai Tais and Buffalo Wings on Maui add to the very affordable, good-time, casual atmosphere. BEST: SAILING & DINING EXPERIENCE • page 42 Maui’s finest sailing catamaran offers a one-of-a-kind ROYAL FEAST DINNER SAIL. Glide along blue waters of the Pacific while taking in a breathtaking sunset and gourmet cuisine. Dinner is indeed a feast—Prime Rib, Markea prawns, Teriyaki Chicken, fresh grilled fish, and so much more. Enjoy a delicious cocktail, a glass of red, white wine or champagne, or a micro brewed beer while the crew attends to your every need. This intimate cruise is limited to only 32 passengers on the spacious and comfortable “Ali‘i Nui” sailing yacht. Complimentary transportation to and from your hotel or condo, and limousine service is also available. The romance makes a memory forever…. BEST: SEAFOOD • page 26 Who says culinary lightning doesn’t strike twice? Famed Chef Mark Ellman and his wife Judy, the magicians behind the everpopular MALA restaurant, have created their newest dining sensation right next door. Honu SEAFOOD & PIZZA, like sister restaurant MALA, is situated right on the ocean with spectacular sunsets and surfing turtles. Chef Mark and Judy have a well-deserved reputation for creating what is missing on our little slice of Paradise, and Honu is no exception. Fresh foods from local farmers, the freshest seafood from where we live and eclectic recipes found nowhere else. You may feel like you are in the heart of San Francisco or maybe New York, but no, you are at a Mark and Judy Ellman restaurant at ocean’s edge on Maui. BEST: SHAVE ICE • page 35 There’s no shortage of shave ice on Maui. But, if you’re planning on having one, why not have THE BEST? As they say at Ululani’s, “All Shave Ice Is NOT Created Equal.” This is a must-do when in Hawai‘i. Be sure to stop into one of ULULANI’S HAWAIIAN SHAVE ICE’S four locations island-wide. Powdery soft, and if you’re trying a topical flavor, it literally tastes like biting into ice-cold tropical fruit! You’ll find yourself wanting to come back time and time again, so make sure you grab a punch card on your first visit. From the superior quality to the friendliest staff around, everything they do is special. Their signature recipes use only the highest quality ingredients including premium fruit purees, fruit juices, extracts, and time-tested concentrates. 100% of their syrups are made with pure cane sugar, and they make their own ice using filtered/purified Maui mountain water. Don’t forget the Maui-made Roselani ice cream on the bottom. BEST: SUSHI • page 36 KOBE JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE is a local favorite and is also honored in Best Guidebook as “The Best: Sushi.” OKU’S SUSHI BAR completes your Japanese dining experience with the freshest delicacies from the sea creatively prepared before your eyes. You can order sushi in the dining room, or take a seat at the traditional recessed sushi bar. Come hungry, the selection is vast! Karaoke hosted by Toddy Lilikoi every Friday and Saturday 9:30pm to closing. Dinner only. Enjoy Oku’s fabulous sushi until 11pm. BEST Beachfront Dining Make a Reservation Fresh caught fish, exotic flavors, organic produce and a spectacular presentation, just steps from the waters edge. Contemporary Pacific Cuisine at it’s best! 505 Front Street, Lahaina | Reservations 808.667.4341 BEST Farm to Table Dining I'O-Best fish:Layout 1 1/13/12 9:46 AM Page 1 25 Make a Reservation IMAGINE . . . REAL FOOD Pull up a beachfront seat and savor local flavors. I'o's dishes emphasize upcountry meats, local fish and naturally grow produce harvested from the restaurant's very own eight acre farm. Located on the beach at The Shops at 505 Front Street, Lahaina Reservations: (808) 661-8422 www.iomaui.com www.oofarm.com BEST Seafood SuStainable Seafood • organic foodS Snake river farmS organic meatS napleS Style pizza from our brick oven freSh oySterS on the 1/2 Shell • ahi nicoiSe crab louiS • vegan & gluten free menu itemS freSh baked breadS & paStrieS micro brewS & eSoteric organic wineS family friendly and keiki menu too BEST Hawaiian Ambiance 27 DBH_BestPub:4x9.88 1/3/13 3:57 PM Page 1 Endless Views, Simpler Times Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner | Aloha Hour | Live Music North Kaanapali, Maui On the Beach at Honua Kai Resort 130 Kai Malina Parkway | Lahaina, HI 96761 808.662.2900 dukesmaui.com BEST Fresh Pasta Sushi Rolls ~ Steaks ~ Pastas ~ Salads Fresh Island Fish ~ Sandwiches Breakfast 8am-11am Lunch 11:30am-4:30pm ~ Dinner 5pm-10pm 808-662-0668 Whalers Village - 2435 Ka‘anapali Parkway (Validated Parking) ~ www.dkrestaurants.com BEST Japanese Pacific 29 Fusion 10-DKR-1114A_MBGuidebookV2.indd 1/20/11 2:11 PM - 1 - (Cyan) (Magenta) (Yellow) (BlacK) “America’s Best Sushi Bars” Travel + Leisure “Our Favorite Asian Restaurant” Bon Appétit Words you can eat. Only the freshest of the fresh is good enough for us. Which is why we support our local fishermen by getting the best of their daily catch for the freshest sushi you’ll taste on Maui. Kapalua Resort in Lahaina 808-669-6286 Kihei Town Center 808-879-0004 Call for reservations and dining specials Maui Oahu Big Island DKRestaurants.com BEST Noodles BEST 31 Fresh Fish HGK_BestGuidebook:Best Guidebook 1/8/13 8:20 AM Page 1 EVEN IF YOU DON’T DANCE THE HULA, YOUR TASTE BUDS WILL Romantic Sunsets. Spectacular Ocean Views. The Vibrant Flavors and Music of the Islands. Right this sway. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT 7 Days a Week Starting at 11:00am HULA SHOW DAILY Sunset Hula Show Every Evening Dinner 4:45pm-9:30pm | Barefoot Bar and Café 10:45am-10:30pm On Ka’anapali Beach at Whalers Village • 808.667.6636 T S RESTAURANTS OF HAWAII & CALIFORNIA hulagrillkaanapali.com BEST Local Food “Paper plate meets million dollar view” --New York Times Voted “Best Plate Lunch” Maui No Ka Oi Magazine, Maui News & Maui Time “Best Pupu - Coconut Prawns” Taste of Lahaina Join us on our deck for beachside plate lunches, burgers, noodles and “ono” daily specials. Casual, affordable and fun! 1285 Front Street - Makai of Lahaina Cannery Mall 661-3322 BEST Ocean Tavern 33 BEST Pies BEST 35 Shave Ice All Shave Ice is NOT Created Equal™ Top Rated By Trip Advisor B B B B B Yelp B B B B B "Top Maui Restaurants 2012" What Makes Ululani’s Shave Ice So Special? • Superior Quality—Everything that we use and do is SPECIAL. • We serve the Finest & Softest Shave Ice possible. • 100% of our syrup is made with pure cane sugar and our own signature recipes using fruit purees, fruit juices, extracts, and concentrates. • We make our ice with Filtered/Purified Maui mountain water. • All of our Add-Ons are Premium Maui made products or we make it ourselves. • We truly appreciate your business & serve with real warmth & aloha. World Famous Lahaina 819 Front St. 11am - 10pm Lahaina 790 Front St. 11am - 9pm Kihei 61 S. Kihei Rd. 11am - 6pm www.UlulanisShaveIce.com Kahului 333 Dairy Rd. 11am - 6pm BEST Japanese Teppanyaki & Sushi Bar 37 BEST Pizza “Voted Best Pizza on Maui” – Maui News, – Reader’s Poll “Maui’s Best Pizza!” – Paradise Family Guide “One of the Countries Best” – Bon Apetit Magazine 11am-11pm (808) 661-0700 730 Front St., Lahaina, at the Seawall BEST 39 Italian A Restaurant Created by a ManWho Loves to Eat. Serving Hawaii Since 1976 “Best Award of Excellence” ~ Wine Spectator “Best Breakfast in Hawaii” ~ Zagat Survey “Restaurant of Distinction” ~ Honolulu Magazine Hale ‘Aina Award “Best Restaurant” ~ Honolulu Advertiser I‘Lima Award “Best Italian Restaurant” ~ The Maui News “Best of Maui” Award LAHAINA 888 Front Street Lahaina, Maui 808-667-2288 WAILEA The Shops at Wailea, Maui 808-891-8883 www.Longhis.com HONOLULU Ala Moana Shopping Center, Oahu 808-947-9899 BEST Mexican BEST 41 Burger VOTED THE BEST BURGER BEST2012 OF WINN MAUI ER g featurin ow er g ur a B he month N of t ON MAUI. 9 YEARS IN A ROW! What makes a Cool Cat Burger the Best Burger on Maui? We have made our burgers the same way for over 20 years. First, we start with fresh, never frozen, 100% certified Angus beef, hand pattied to 6.5 ounces, then garnished with our special blend of herbs and spices and cooked to order. Add a fresh baked bun and top with crisp garden fresh vegetables, and you have “The Best Burger on Maui.” FRESH FISH • STEAKS • SALADS • Fish Tacos BABYBACK RIBS • CHICKEN • Veggie Burgers Serving Lunch & Dinner 7 days a week Located on Front St. in Lahaina overlooking the Banyan Tree THE WHARF CINEMA CENTER 808-667-0908 BEST Sailing & Dining Experience “Ali‘i Nui and her crew treat you to a unique dining experience aboard a luxury yacht.” The sails are set and we chase the sun as it sinks into the distant horizon of the azure waters of the Pacific Ocean. We drive, so you can enjoy, with FREE round-trip transportation! Be sure to ask about our new limo-service. On Ali‘i Nui’s Royal Feast, you will toast the day’s-end, while Maui’s dramatic shoreline is bathed in a palette of spectacular colors. Enjoy cocktails, topside on our expansive deck, and then dine table-side in the intimate setting of our spacious cabin. Our Royal Feast offers you island Mahi Mahi, herb-roasted Angus prime rib, grilled Teriyaki chicken, Markea prawns, California sushi, summer rolls, garden salad, and more! Plus, a delightful selection of desserts, Kona coffees or tea. Ali‘i Nui’s open-bar selection is all-about luxury with Mai-tai‘s, select red and white wines, champagne, premium mixed drinks, Maui micro brews, top-shelf liquors, juices, sodas and more! www.AliiNuiMaui.com 43 Our cuisine is exclusively catered by Buzz’s Wharf Restaurant. This is like no other restaurant on Maui – because we offer each and every one of our guests the opportunity of breathtaking panoramic ocean views while they dine aboard a luxury yacht in comfort and style! We invite you to be our special guest, for this amazing evening of delicious cuisine and gorgeous vistas, that will undoubtably be your ultimate Maui dining experience! Dinner Reservations 808.875.0333 BEST Activities BEST: ADVENTURE SNORKEL TRIP • page 54 A magical Maui experience awaits you on the “Wet ‘N Wild” MAUI MAGIC! This state-of-the-art, high-tech boat, designed for speed and comfort, is Coast Guard certified to take you where no other boat can. Visit Dolphin Cove, Molokini, or the beautiful Coral Gardens, or let your captain choose from an array of snorkel sites with your particular day in mind. Hawaiian narration and great music paired with a continental breakfast, BBQ lunch and awesome snorkeling. BEST: AQUARIUM • inside back cover Discover the underwater world of the Hawaiian Islands up close at MAUI OCEAN CENTER, the Hawaiian Aquarium. Here visitors can see spectacular live coral displays, elusive garden eels, majestic lionfish, Hawaiian green sea turtles and experience close encounters with sharks, rays and more. Throughout the park there are interactive displays, a touch pool and unique exhibits such as the 54-foot acrylic tunnel through a 750,000 gallon Open Ocean Exhibit. Open 7 days a week 9-5pm; ‘till 6pm in July and August. Two restaurants plus the Maui Ocean Treasures gift shop are also on the property. A Maui “must do” for all ages! BEST: Downhill Bike Tour • page 66 CRUISER PHIL’S VOLCANO RIDERS, Maui’s sunrise specialists, begins your adventure with a luxury van tour to the summit of Haleakala where you’ll witness the extraordinary spectacle of the sun rising above the crater or setting over the sea. Then gear up (gloves, helmets and appropriate outerwear are provided) and hop on your customized bike. As you cruise 28 miles downhill to the historic beach town of Pa‘ia, you’ll pass through forests, wide-open pasturelands and charming small Maui towns. The spectacular views and intoxicating scents of the varied climate zones will take your breath away! With over 20 years of experience, this family owned and operated outfit offers a unique, well-organized, safe, once-ina-lifetime experience. BEST: FARM TOUR • page 67 The exclusive upcountry farm for pacific’O, I‘o, and Feast at Lele, this eight acres of pristine land is organically and biodynamically cultivated to supply Executive Chef James McDonald with a colorful array of local produce. O‘O FARM offers a fun and delicious tour of the orchards, coffee, vegetable and herb gardens, green houses and flowers. Guests help harvest fresh produce while learning about organic farming methods from composting to cover crops. Resident-artisan chefs prepare a gourmet lunch from the morning’s bounty and everyone gathers about the farm’s outdoor kitchen for cooking demos and tips, then dines together family-style. This breathtaking venue provides an experience that is totally unique. BEST: DRIVE TO HANA PACKAGE • page 80 The drive to Hana can be an incredible experience, but, before you begin your journey, you need to GET INFORMED! As you enter Pa‘ia, stop into Hana Picnic Lunch Co. and get the scoop—as well as ALL the essentials you’ll need for your trip into the rainforest. The expert staff will make suggestions about what to see and do, and give you updated info on weather & road conditions. A freshly made picnic lunch is reason enough to stop in, but the other essential pieces to the package are the most up-to-date Hana Audio Tour on Maui (it’s like having a personal guide in the back seat) and the FREE brochure, Secret Spots along the Road to Hana. Missed breakfast? Grab a fresh fruit smoothie or breakfast for the road. NOW, you’re ready for adventure. BEST: Hawaiian Production • page 85 “‘Ulalena proves there’s life beyond the lu‘au” –Travel + Leisure Magazine. A trip to Hawai‘i is not complete without experiencing ‘ULALENA at Maui Theatre. Called a “stunning theatrical sensation” by National Geographic, ‘Ulalena shares the rich history of Hawai‘i through authentic Hawaiian music, dance and over 100 instruments played live—all masterfully portrayed in a dynamic, colorful, emotional, and entertaining theatrical performance. Hele mai (come)! Embark on this powerful journey, and leave with a deeper understanding of the Islands’ culture, and the true essence of aloha. “There’s nothing like it in Hawai‘i” —Frommer’s. BEST Activities BEST: HELICOPTER TOURS • page 58 Much of Maui’s rainforest is inaccessible except by air; and SUNSHINE HELICOPTERS’ fleet of state-of-the-art “Black Beauties” is the way to see it. Owner Ross Scott (with 45 years of aviation experience) has created a visitor experience unparalleled: Unobstructed 180° views, your own personal DVD available (via their exclusive Sky-Cam DVD system), the most experienced pilots and knowledgeable narration. Several breathtaking tours to choose from. Book now! BEST: HIKING TOURS • page 63 Waterfalls, rain forests, volcanic craters—this is the Maui of your dreams. You can hike into these dreams with Hawai‘i’s most experienced hiking company. With 30 years of intimate knowledge of Maui’s secrets, Hike Maui will give you the most profound day of your vacation. This company is, hands down, THE BEST—Hike Maui recently won Hawai‘i’s “Eco Company of the Year” and The Maui News “Best Eco Company” accolade. The company was started years ago by an eccentric naturalist often called “a walking encyclopedia.” Today, Hike Maui’s entertaining guides still follow in his same footsteps. They’re known for their knowledge of botany, geology, history and culture, all interwoven with fun and adventure. Walking into the wilderness is the most personal way to see Maui. Let the experts lead you there. BEST: HORSEBACK • page 62 Saddle up and head out across the private ranchlands of historic Haleakala Ranch, the largest working cattle ranch on Maui. With PONY EXPRESS TOURS, you’ll ride through towering eucalyptus forests and rolling green pasture lands and be rewarded by stunning ocean views. Or give new meaning to the word “awesome” and take a guided horseback ride into Haleakala Crater—a five-hour experience you’ll never forget! BEST: JET SKIING • page 71 Brace yourself for some wild fun in the sun! Jet skiing the beautiful waters off Ka‘anapali Beach is a thrill for the whole family. The jet ski steers like a bicycle—just turn the handle bars and you’re off! Beginners are their specialty at JET SKI MAUI, and professional instruction has you making waves in no time. No license necessary and kids of all ages are welcome! From 8:30am to 5pm daily May 16 to December 14; all safety equipment is included. Look for the red umbrella on the beach in front of the Hyatt Regency on Ka‘anapali Beach. BEST: KAYAK TOURS • page 83 Leave it all behind as you glide across the water one paddle stroke at a time! Invigorating and exciting, kayaking allows you to explore the coastline at your own pace. Experienced guides with KELII’S KAYAK TOURS provide personal instruction, and will lead you to the best snorkeling with the widest variety of marine life. Environmentally friendly, you’ll experience everything up close and personal. BEST: LANA‘I PASSENGER FERRY & GOLF PACKAGE • page 76 Expeditions is much more than a speedy passenger ferry. They also offer several “Expeditions” to the neighbor island of Lana‘i, including golf packages for two world-class courses... spectacular views and challenging golf! Non-golfers can explore Lana‘i on Expeditions’ 4X4 Island Tour or, for those who like to explore on their own, Expeditions can arrange a Jeep Wrangler rental. Get Away and Go! BEST: LANA‘I SNORKEL EXCURSION • page 64 Sail to the neighbor island of Lana‘i. This fun-filled day trip will be a highlight of your vacation! PARAGON’S 47-foot highperformance catamarans are fast, stable, and the service is personal. No Crowds (only 24 guests per trip max.). The trip includes continental breakfast, Lana‘i beach picnic, Lana‘i snorkeling, whale watch (in season), performance sail, champagne and dessert on the return to Lahaina. Both exhilarating and relaxing! BEST Activities BEST: LU‘AU • inside front cover Ask any local where the best lu‘au on Maui is, and chances are they will tell you the most authentic choice is OLD LAHAINA LU‘AU. Their reputation is further enhanced by the dazzling setting right on the ocean. This award-winning lu‘au is renowned for authentic presentations of traditional Hawaiian food, music, hula and gracious island hospitality. You just can’t visit Maui without experiencing a lu‘au! Nightly. Book early. BEST: MAGICAL EVENING • page 75 Warren & Annabelle’s isn’t just magic and it isn’t just belly-busting comedy. The experience is both and more! Check out Warren or one of the Featured Performers as the fun and laughter really heat up during the two-hour show in their intimate 78-seat theater. Start off with delicious gourmet appetizers, homemade desserts and cocktails while Annabelle entertains on the piano. We won’t give away the surprises, but this is one magical Maui evening. Sells out nightly! BEST: MASSAGE • page 87 Relax and enjoy a massage, Maui-style—in the privacy of your room, on your lanai or under a swaying palm! MAKAI MASSAGE & BODYWORK travels to you, or you can visit their spa at Napili Kai Beach Resort and enjoy an Epicuren facial, facial quality body treatment, waxing, outdoor manicure, pedicure or “Moonlight Massage under the Stars”—Oceanfront. Also visit HINA MANA SALON & SPA, their Aveda Concept location, at The Whaler on Ka‘anapali Beach for professional head to toe pampering with organic Aveda products. As the “official massage therapists” for the Maui Marathon for 11 years, they are known for therapeutic massage and injury relief. Forget your shampoo, make-up or sunscreen? They also carry the entire line of Aveda and Epicuren products along with unique gifts to take home. BEST: OCEAN RAFTING • page 56 Brace yourself for fun, fun, fun with CAPTAIN STEVE’S RAFTING! This Mom-and-Pop operation is as hands-on as it gets—Capt. Steve drives the boat and Mrs. Capt. Steve (Gina) books your reservation. Personally guided whale watching (in season), and the popular, uncrowded and close-up Lana‘i Rafting Adventure and Snorkeling Experience. True Aloha! BEST: PERFORMANCE SAIL • page 74 In the mood for exhilaration? The AMERICA II high performance sailing yacht was an actual America’s Cup contender. The crew is experienced and the excitement contagious! Choose from several sailing adventures (whale watches in season). Re-create the excitement of America’s Cup racing on the 65-ft. yacht that challenged Dennis Conner in Australia in 1987. BEST: POLYNESIAN FEAST & DINNER SHOW • page 68 An exciting and sensual tropical evening awaits you at water’s edge. FEAST AT LELE is an intimate celebration of Polynesian culture and tantalizing cuisine by famed chef James McDonald. Dramatically set along the beach at 505 Front Street, Feast at Lele takes you on a royal tour of the cuisine, music and dance of four exotic Pacific Islands. Reservations essential. Book early. BEST: SIGHTSEEING TOURS • page 60 You’ve heard about the long and winding road to Hana. Maui’s multiple award-winning tour company, TEMPTATION TOURS, offers the most comfortable journey to Hana in luxurious Limo-Vans, featuring spacious captain chair seating. All tours are personalized and limited to just 6 to 8 guests. The narration is top-notch, the food fresh and delicious and the Limo-Vans always coolly air-conditioned. The expression “it’s not the destination, it’s the journey” best describes the memorable and inspiring Road to Hana. Many different tours, including “Hana Sky-Trek.” BEST: SNORKEL TRIP TO MOLOKINI • page 52 The glass-bottom catamaran Four Winds II offers morning and afternoon snorkel trips to the crystal clear waters of Molokini Crater or Coral Gardens. With a hot BBQ lunch served on board, a waterslide, and an experienced good-time crew, this is certainly the most fun way to get there! Snorkel instruction is provided for beginners. SNUBA and photo/video optional. MAKE A SPLASH aboard the FOUR WINDS II. BEST Activities BEST: SPORT FISHING • page 70 “Sportfishing in Style” best describes the experience aboard START ME UP SPORTFISHING. Their 42-foot custom sportfishers are modern, clean, and comfortable. The motto aboard this yacht is “Catch the fish of a lifetime with us!” Private or share trips. Quarter, half, three-quarter or full-day charters available. Family owned and operated with 42 years of Hawaiian waters experience. Stop Wishin’ and Go Fishin’! BEST: STAND-UP PADDLING • page 73 Get up! Stand up! Stand up for your fun. Stand-Up Paddling (SUP) is all the rage and Maui is the perfect place to learn. The pros at Goofy Foot will have you stand-up paddling in no time. Lessons are held in the easy-to-learn reef-protected lagoon, providing the ideal flat-water playground. This fast growing water sport is a great low-impact full body workout. SUP can be learned in one lesson and the emphasis is on safety and fun. Private and Semi-Private Instruction. This established company has been featured in Best Guidebook for many years as “Best: Surf Instruction.” Discover SUP and find out why this new sport has gained such popularity. BEST: SURFING INSTRUCTION • page 72 GOOFY FOOT SURF SCHOOL is the best beginner surfing instruction on Maui. Owner Tim Sherer guarantees that you’ll stand up in your first two-hour lesson or the experience is on Goofy Foot! This guy loves what he’s doing and it shows in the pride and professional approach he and his staff take. 100% student success rate. Kids to seniors. You’re on Maui, so now’s the time to learn. Surf’s up! Sign up! BEST: SUBMARINE • page 81 It’s a rare opportunity to experience the breathtaking beauty of undersea Maui in an actual submarine. Your adventure begins at Lahaina Harbor, as you are shuttled to the 65-foot, 48-passenger ATLANTIS SUBMARINE. Their spacious, air-conditioned cabin provides large viewing portals for each seat with ample head and leg room. Down, down, down to depths of more than 100 feet, this quiet, battery-powered sub descends into a natural habitat of tropical fish and creatures of all shapes, sizes and colors. Tour includes an underwater visit to view the sunken replica of the whaling ship Carthaginian. BEST: TRAIN RIDE • page 78 All aboard for a leisurely old-fashioned train ride along West Maui’s scenic coastline! The coaches of the nostalgic Sugar Cane Train are open air, and their 19th century charm gives you a glimpse of old Hawai‘i. This activity will not take up your whole day, so you can easily fit the Sugar Cane Train into your vacation. Great for kids AND adults! BEST: UNDERWATER VIEWING • page 84 For the best dive show in town, grab a seat in the underwater cabin of the semi-submersible REEFDANCER. The boat cruises shallow reefs where the light and color remain the brightest, and divers cruise along to point out critters that prefer to remain unseen. Surround viewing—every seat is a window seat! Several trips offered daily. Great fun for all ages. BEST: VALUE PACKAGE • page 86 Perfect for families, the Sub-Lu‘au Combo Package combines the ATLANTIS SUBMARINE TOUR with a traditional Hawaiian feast at a dazzling oceanfront setting on Ka‘anapali Beach. Begin with a submarine tour of the beautiful undersea world with a visit to the sunken replica of the whaling ship Carthaginian, then head on over to the Royal Lahaina Resort for an evening of Polynesian dance, music and all-you-can-eat buffet. With an open bar for island beverages, lei greeting, imu (underground oven) ceremony, and a gorgeous West Maui sunset, this package affords a day to be remembered. BEST: ZIPLINE TOUR • page 82 Unique doesn’t begin to describe the thrill of zipping over the slopes of Maui’s unique terrain. Part nature hike and 100% zipline fun, SKYLINE ECO-ADVENTURES is the winner of the “Eco-Tour Operator of the Year Award!” Catch a bird’s eye view of Maui as you soar over gulches attached to a sturdy zipline harness. The first zipline tour company in the United States, Skyline Eco-Adventures takes pride in their safety features and their specially-trained guides. Choose between the exhilarating 5-line Haleakala course that includes an Indiana Jones-style swinging bridge, or the picturesque 8-line course in the West Maui Mountains above Ka‘anapali. BEST Snorkel Trip to Molokini “M AU SNORKELING GLASS BOTTOM BBQ LUNCH r e t a r C i n i k Molo WATER SLIDE PROUD SPONSORS OF THE MARINE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT TURTLES Discounted price will be given at time of boo 53 UI’S FAMILY FUN BOAT” AFTERNOON SNORKEL AND SEASONAL WHALE WATCHING Regular Price: $45 $39 MOLOKINI MORNING SNORKEL Continental Breakfast BBQ Lunch (cooked onboard) Selection of Beers, Wines, Juice, Sodas & Filtered Water Snorkel Gear & Instruction Super-Fun Waterslide Glass Bottom Viewing Room Kid‘s Tatoos and More! Ask about SNUBA! (808) 879-8188 www.FourWindsMaui.com ind in d i oking only. Molokini is based on weather permitting. Optional site is Coral Gardens. BEST Adventure Snorkel Trip Maui’s best “wet ‘n wild” adventure OFFERS YOU … 7 tropic al breakfast array w/ 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 coffee and juic es a narration of the “back-side’s” exciting l egends and history The best ocean bbq Lunch Beer, Wine and Sodas dolphins or turtl es 2 daily Snorkel Sites including mol okini * super - fun wat erslide dramatic Bl ow Hol es less passengers for more comfort & room * destinations, Snorkeling and marine Life are nature-permitting 55 DolphinDiscoveryMaui.com Photo Credits: Dave Simonson, Joe West EXPLORE a unique side of maui and DISCOVER amazing sights of the real “hidden-hawaii”! BEST Ocean Rafting OR N EXT DAY SP EC I LASUTTE MIN S DEAL ED FI R ON SP A CE CALL AFTE F PM S AL R4 CAPTAIN STEVE’S ME AS ST CO - FIRS T S ER VE -B ! s n i h D ol p Whales ! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BY FROMMER’S HAWAII BEST Magazine & Guide to Hawaii SAVE ON THIS TRIP 30OFF $ Per Couple Deluxe Lanai Trip. Family Rates Available. BEST Check out Captain Steve’s Rafting Adentures now on DELUXE LANAI SNORKELING DOLPHIN & TURTLE ADVENTURE Visit Lanai’s sea caves, blow holes, pristine reefs, dolphins, tropical fish, turtles & more. Includes snorkel gear, breakfast & lunch, and personalized instruction with tons of fun. 57 PERSONALLY GUIDED Rafting Adventures PRIVATE CHARTERS AVAILABLE DISCOUNTS FOR KIDS GET READY TO SEE DOLPHINS, WHALES & TURTLES UP-CLOSE OUR DELUXE LANAI RAFTING ADVENTURE Snorkel the Island of Lanai’s pristine reefs. Includes breakfast & buffet lunch, snorkel gear & much more! ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ SHOOT UNDERWATER UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS SMOOTH FAST RIDE 50% SHADED DECK CUSHIONED SEATING WITH BACKRESTS PHOTOS OF DOLPHINS & WHALES OVER THE SIDE ✔ EASY TO GET IN & OUT OF WATER SPACE IS LIMITED - CALL NOW (808) 667-5565 SPECIAL WHALE WATCHING! 20 $ off From Dec. 1ST through Apr. 30TH Whale Wa Per Co tch. uple. Guaranteed whale sightings. Hear the whales sing on our hydrophone. TWO HOURS OF FUN • 4 TRIPS DAILY MORNINGS AT 7:30 & 9:45, AFTERNOONS AT 12:15 & 2:30 Reservations & Info Call Mrs. Capt. Steve at 808-667-5565 CAPTAIN STEVE’S RAFTING - SINCE 1986 www.captainsteves.com Departs Mala Wharf in Lahaina Daily - FREE Parking HALF DAY LANAI SNORKELING DOLPHIN & TURTLE ADVENTURE 20OFF $ Cruise Lanai’s sea cliffs & see blow holes, pristine reefs, dolphins & turtles. Includes snorkel gear, beverages & snacks, and everything you need for a fun-filled adventure. SAVE ON THIS TRIP Per Couple Half Day Adventure. Family Rates Available. BEST BEST Helicopter Tours Fly The BLACK BEAUTIES Experience the adventure of a life time. WATCH OUR VIDEO! Ask about Best Guidebook special price. Toll Free 1-800-469-3000 www.sunshinehelicopters.com 59 Hana Coast Explore Maui, Molokai, Lanai, the Big Island and Kauai on Sunshine’s “Black Beauty” Helicopters. Your safety and comfort is our number one priority. Haleakala Take home a DVD of your actual flight, filmed with our exclusive Sky-Cam DVD system. (Sold Separately) Big Island Sunshine Helicopters 877-3105 BEST Sightseeing Tours S ky-Trek V oted M aui’s B est Award Winner Limo-Van Luxury Truly Maui’s #1 Award Winning Adventure Full-Day Hana Rain Forest and Haleakala Sunrise Tours available too! www.TemptationTours.com Online Special Discounts 61 to H ana A ctivity O verall Concierge Magazine Double your Fun! 1/2 Day Rainforest Combo Limo-Van the Road to Hana with just 6 guests. Sightsee, swim and enjoy a scrumptious beachside picnic lunch. Jet Helicopter back to view dramatic hidden waterfalls, emerald seacliffs and Haleakala Crater. 808-877-8888 Call Direct for Online Discounts BEST Horseback "Pony Express is our hand's-down favorite… We've reviewed lots of horseback rides throughout the state, and we'd be hard-pressed to think of one we enjoyed more." —Maui Revealed Guidebook BEST Hiking Tours 63 BEST Lanai Snorkel Excursion Board one of our elegant performance catamarans for an experience in Aloha. Our Paragon Sailing Charters family has been satisfying visitors and locals alike for over 18 years, setting the standard for excellent service that people come back year after year to enjoy. Join us for an intimate sailing experience unlike any other on Maui... La–na‘i Beach Picnic & Performance Sail Molokini Snorkel & Performance Sail Coral Gardens Snorkel Sail Romantic Sunset Sails Whale Watching (in season) Private Charters 65 Destinations weather permitting “We pride ourselves in small personable trips, years of sailing experience, and excellent service.” BooK YoU r aD V e n tU r e t o Da Y ! ! 808.244.2087 800.441.2087 • info@sailmaui.com Performance Sailing at its Finest BEST Downhill Bike Tour • Sunrise & Day Guided Bike Tours • Day Structured Independent Bike Tour • Spacious Mini-coach • Narrated Tour • Coffee & Pastries • Jacket Provided The Sunrise Specialist • CruiserPhil.com BEST Farm Tour 67 Oo‘ Farm O’o is owned by PacifiC’O, I’O & THE FEAST AT LELE Book a Farm Tour! Farm fresh Gourmet luncH tours explore the gardens & sit down FOR a gourmet lunch prepared in your presence with just harvested fresh natural PRODUCE. Enjoy a pure expression of Hawaiian cuisine created by the chefs of Pacific’O & I’O TOURS ARE EVERY WednesDay & THURSDAY from 10:30 to 1:00 p.m. PRIVATE & CUSTOMIZED tours also available. Please call us to arrange a tour. TO reservE: (808) 667.4341 • WWW.OOFARM.COM BEST Polynesian Feast & Dinner Show It will arouse your senses. “This is the most fabulous cooking on Maui, which is saying a lot.” —Travel & Leisure 505 Front Street • Lahaina Town, Maui, Hawai‘i 96761 667-LELE (5353) Toll-free: 1-866-244-5353 www.feastatlele.com Photos: Robie Price 69 E kipa mai (welcome) . . . Share the aloha in a journey through Polynesia. The Feast at Lele brings you a royal tour of the cuisine of Polynesia which shares the spotlight with music and dance from four exotic Pacific islands. Hawai‘i Feast at Lele First Course Kalua Pork, slow-roasted in an underground oven and shredded Pohole Fern Shoots and Hearts of Palm Salad Steamed Moi, delicate threadfin fish reserved for Hawaiian royalty Poi, taro root pounded and blended with water Second Course Ao te a r oa Ta h i ti Sea Bean Duck Salad with Poha Berry Dressing Kuku Patties, fishcake with scallops and mussels Harore Kumara, roasted mushrooms with sweet potato Third Course Fafa, steamed chicken and taro leaf in coconut milk E‘iota, poisson cru, or marinated fish Scallops on the Shell Sa mo a Fourth Course Palusami, breadfruit cooked with young taro leaf in coconut cream Grilled Fish wrapped in banana leaf Fresh Shrimp in half avocado with passion fruit Dessert Course: Banana Coconut Haupia Pudding, Tropical Fruit Slices & Hawaiian Vintage Chocolate Truffles BEST Sport Fishing Start Me Up Best Maui 11/19/10 3:04 PM Page 1 ha Catc Marlin lb rip is + 0 50 our t &y EoE tion d na FaR 0 $3 0 local plus ade to a m ity char Modern, Clean, Fast, Comfortable 42 Foot Custom Sportfishers. First Class Tackle & Equipment • Family Owned & Operated Live Bait & Lures (Captain’s Choice) & Your Luck! Keep your catch, have it mounted or tag and release, your choice! Hawaii’s Top Boat for Most Mounted Trophy Fish, 10 Years Running! 923.5 lb. Marlin caught on our 2 hr. afternoon trip. 1026 lb. Marlin We are excited about fishing for all Hawaii’s fabulous game fish and the chance at a 1,000 lb.+ Marlin. Share our 42 years experience fishing Hawaiian waters. All you need is your food & beverages. We provide ice, tackle & the experience to catch you the fish of a lifetime! 211 lb. Ahi Visit our Booth at Lahaina Harbor Slip #12 Private or Share Trips • 1/4, 1/2, 3/4 & Full Day Charters Super Action Early Trip • 2:30AM Departure Stop Wishin’ & Go Fishin’ You Won’t Know Unless You Go. 667-2774 Toll Free 1-800-590-0133 www.startmeupsportfishing.com e-mail: hookedup@aloha.com Lahaina Harbor Slip #12 • Major Credit Cards Accepted • 48 Hr Cancellation Policy Specifications subject to change without notice. BEST 71 Jet Skiing 20% MORE TIME with direct bookings. Direct bookings only. Present this ad upon check in. It’s Easy, Fun and Super Safe! Beginners are our Specialty! www.mauiwatersports.com Located on the south end of Kaanapali Beach near the Hyatt. Seasonal, May 15 - December 15 Scan the QR code to visit our website. BEST Surfing Instruction 62012 Goofy Foot ad_Layout 1 12/20/12 10:12 AM Page 1 o T arn Le ! F Sur Learn to Surf or SUP with the Pros! Learning with US is fun, empowering, and transformational! Our methods & techniques are highly developed, proven, & adaptable to all learning styles! Our Pros are vastly seasoned watermen and highly trained teachers. All are CPR and First Aid certified. Learn the FUn way, the SAFE way, the RiGhT way, the GOOFy FOOT WAy! EED GUAtRaAndNTin the to s son our les first 2 h perience ex or the ! is on us 73 Stand-Up Paddling Stan Learn dup To Pad dle! Since 1994 over 200,000 students have successfully & safely been introduced to the thrilling rewards of Surfing or SUP by founder Tim Sherer & his team of world-class instructors! We are distinguished by our passion, enthusiasm, & dedication to a positive experience for each guest. Group (5 or less) & Private lessons offered daily. We keep it low pressure, safe and fun! Surf & SUP Rentals Available! (Experience Required) Maui Revealed “They’re very good teachers” Lonely Planet Maui/Hawaii “They’re full of Aloha!” “Combining Fun with Fundamentals” National Geographic Adventure Magazine “Family Friendly” Fodors Maui “They might be goofy, but we like the right-footed gurus here” Reservations required Book Directly! 808.244.WAVE (9283) 505 Front St. Suite #123 Lahaina, HI 96761 m www.goo fyfootsurfschool.co BEST Performance Sail ABOARD US44 BEST 75 Magical Evening “ The most fun we had on Maui!” -Mike & Lauren Caldwell, New York tly! gh i N t u O Sells “ Voted Maui’s Best Activity/Show ” -Hawaii Magazine Reservations Required 900 Front Street, Lahaina 14 1999-2013 www.WARRENandANNABELLES.com BEST Lana`i Passenger Ferry with one of Expeditions eco-friendly, USCG certified, daily cruises. Snorkel, Hike, Drive, Golf or just Lounge on Lana‘i with Expeditions! Golf Packages include roundtrip transportation from Lahaina on Expeditions, ground transportation on Lana‘i and golf at either course. Departs for Lana‘i at: 6:45am 12:45pm 9:15am 3:15pm 5:45pm *Ma‘alaea route temporarily suspended Departs for Lahaina at: 8:00am 2:00pm 10:30am 4:30pm 6:45pm & Golf Expedition 808-661-3756 go-lanai.com 77 BEST Train Ride SHOW THIS AD & RECEIVE $2.00 off Round Trip Tickets (Operates Monday thru Friday) 808-661-0080 www.SugarCaneTrain.com 79 Join us for a historic journey between Lahaina Town and the Ka‘anapali Resort on board an authentic steam engine train. Experience incredible views of Molokai and Lanai while traveling along the base of the majestic West Maui Mountains. You will steam across our 325 foot long Hahakea Trestle while learning the history of Maui and the Sugar Cane Train. SCHEDULE Puukolii Station Lahaina Station Departures 10:15 am 11:45 am* 1:45 pm 3:15 pm Departures 11:05 1:00 2:30 4:00 am pm pm pm** *This train stops for 30 minutes at Lahaina Station. **Last train, Lahaina to Puukolii, one way only. BEST Drive to Hana Package The perfect day on the road to Hana starts at Hana Picnic Lunch Co. GET INFORMED! Hana Experts will outfit you with Tips & Essentials… • Delicious Picnic Lunch H a n as & Guide Book UR CD AUDIO TO • Weather & Road Conditions B EXCLUSIVE Free Brochure: SECRET SPOTS along the ROAD TO HANA • EVERYTHING you need for a Day in the Rainforest Best Picnic Lunches Turkey • Black Forest Ham • Italian Sub • Roast Beef Vegetarian • Smoked Salmon • Crab Salad Fresh Fruit Smoothies BREAKFAST TO GO Open at 7am Daily 808-579-8686 115 Hana Hwy. Pa‘ia (just past the Chevron station as you enter Pa‘ia) www.HanaHeadquarters.com BEST Submarine 81 BEST Zipline Tours ’ We ll give you a story to tell Ask about our transportation service from Wailea and Kihei to the Haleakala course! Award-winning Ziplines in Ka‘anapali and on the slopes of Haleakala $ starting at 95 * *plus tax Book Direct for best rates at Zipline.com (808) 270 -8797 BEST 83 Kayak Tours Kelii Kayak Best 12/17/12 4:38 PM Page 1 ECO FRIENDLY KAYAK & SNORKEL TOURS One of Maui’s most experienced and trusted names. CELEBRATING 21 YEARS Great for families ages 5 & up Widest selection of tour locations available! Makena, Olowalu (Lahaina) & Honolua Bay • No Experience Necessary • Tropical Fish • Small Groups/Personal • Whales (in Season) • Beautiful Coral Reefs • Experienced Guides Tours starting from $59 RESERVATIONS: 874-7652 www.keliiskayak.com Tours weather permitting/optional sites may be chosen. Cancellations within 24 hours of tour no refund. BEST Underwater Viewing How to see the Most Underwater (WITHOUT EVEN GETTING WET!) KIDS 5 & UNDER 1 hr. Special FREE* $34.95 + tax •one per paying adult Children 6-12 yrs. $18.95 SAFE • EASY • FUN • AIR CONDITIONED SPECIAL FAMILY RATES Ride The REEFDANCER 1. Stay in shallow water for more life and color. The deeper you go the less there is to see. 2. Keep moving. If you anchor it gets boring. 3. Make sure you can see out both sides easily. Turtles and other sea creatures are very unpredictable. 4. Watch the divers. Cool critters visit your personal window in the hands of our divers. 5. Reefdancer tours include an experienced diver in the cabin with you to tell you about all the sights. 6. Get a window seat. Reefdancer sells only 34 seats per tour – each one a front row seat. REEFDANCER has been Maui’s leader in underwater viewing for over ten years. You came all the way to Maui – don’t settle for less than the best…Only Reefdancer has it all! SCHEDULE & PRICES ONE HOUR TOURS 90 MINUTE TOUR 10:00am 11:15am & 1:00pm Departures ADULTS $3495 + tx 2:15pm Departures 2nd Site with turtles & refreshments ADULTS $4495 + tx KIDS 6-12 $1895 KIDS 6-12 $2495 (SAME BOAT OAHU $59) (REGULARLY $79) KIDS 5 & UNDER FREE* Reservations Recommended GPS: 675 Wharf St., Lahaina 96761 CODE “BEST” 667-2133 808 Direct Boarding from slip #6 Lahaina Harbor *ONE PER PAYING ADULT www.MauiGlassBottomBoat.com BEST Hawaiian Cultural 85 Production Voted “Best Stage Production” 6 consecutive years Voted “Best Cultural Production” 2 consecutive years – Maui News Readers Poll “`Ulalena Proves There’s Life Beyond a Luau” –Travel + Leisure Magazine “Spectacular Theatrical Sensation” – National Geographic ASK ABOUT OUR DINNER & COCKTAIL PACKAGES FEATURING FAVORITE MAUI RESTAURANTS To Make Reservations, Call 808.856.7900 Scan to preview show 878 Front St. Lahaina, Maui www.MauiTheatre.com UlalenaMaui UlalenaFans BEST Value Package BEST 87 Massage Serving Maui Since 1994 Official MaSSage TherapiSTS f O r T h e M a u i M a r aT h O n - 1 1 y e a r S “Couples Massage” ”Moonlight Massage Under The Stars“ Makai Massage & Bodywork Hot StoNES HAIR FAcIAlS NAIlS Let us create a Spa Experience in the privacy of your room…On your lanai… Under a swaying palm… Or Visit one of our Peaceful Oasis… The Napili Kai Beach Resort or our Concept Salon & Spa at The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach 808.662.0887 MAE 1695 MakaiMassage.com • HinaMana.com facebook.com/hinamana • look for us on Yelp! s ’ i u Ma COURSES GOLF The diversity of climate & breathtaking scenery make the beautiful islands of Maui, Lana‘i & Moloka‘i a destination for golf lovers world-wide. Please use the following quick reference when booking your tee times… Resort Courses Challenge at Manele (Lana‘i) Architect: Jack Nicklaus (808) 565-2222 Experience at Koele (Lana‘i) Architect: Ted Robinson (808) 565-4653 Royal Ka‘anapali Course (808) 661-3691 or (866) 454-GOLF Architect: Robert Trent Jones, Sr. Ka‘anapali Kai Course (808) 661-3691 or (866) 454-GOLF Architect: Arthur Jack Snyder Kapalua Bay Course (808) 669-8044 or (877) 527-2582 Architect: Arnold Palmer and Francis Duane Kapalua Plantation Course(808) 669-8044 or (877) 527-2582 Architect: Ben Crenshaw and Bill Coore Makena Golf Course Architect: Robert Trent Jones, Jr. (808) 891-4000 Wailea Blue Course Architect: Arthur Jack Snyder (808) 875-7450 Wailea Emerald Course Architect: Robert Trent Jones, Jr. (808) 875-7450 Wailea Gold Course Architect: Robert Trent Jones, Jr. (808) 875-7450 Private Courses (Open to the Public) The Dunes at Maui Lani Architect: Robin Nelson (808) 873-0422 elleair Golf Course Architect: W.J. Newis (808) 874-0777 Kahili Golf Course Architect: Robin Nelson and R. Wright (808) 242-4653 Pukalani Country Club Architect: Robert E. Baldock Sr. and Jr. (808) 572-1314 Private Courses - Members Only King Kamehameha Golf Club Architect: Ted Robinson Sr. and Jr. (808) 249-0033 Maui Country Club Architect: Alex Bell and William McEwan (808) 877-0616 Municipal Courses Waiehu Golf Course (808) 270-7400 SERVICES AIRLINES American Airlines Continental Airlines Hawaiian Airlines Island Air Mokulele Airlines Pacific Wings United Airlines U. S. Airways 1-800-433-7300 1-800 523-3273 1-800-367-5320 1-800-652-6541 1-866-260-7070 1-888-575-4546 1-800-864-8331 1-800-428-4322 AIRPORT SHUTTLE Speedi Shuttle (808) 242-7777 BABY & CHILD SITTERS Aloha Babysitting Service Happy Kids Maui The Nanny Connection (808) 874-6167 (808) 667-5437 (808) 875-4777 CLINICS Community Clinic of Maui Haiku Medical Clinic Hana Community Health Center Kaiser Permanente Kihei Clinic Kaiser Permanente Lahaina Clinic Kaiser Permanente Maui Lani Clinic Kaiser Permanente Wailuku Clinic Kula Clinic Maui Medical Group Minit-Medical Urgent Care Clinic Urgent Care Maui/Kihei Physicians Wailea Medical Group West Maui Healthcare Center (808) (808) (808) (808) (808) (808) (808) (808) (808) (808) (808) (808) (808) 872-7771 575-7531 248-8294 891-6800 662-6900 243-6050 243-6000 876-4331 242-6464 667-6161 879-7781 875-9095 667-9721 DISASTER RADIO STATION KPOA 93.5 DISASTER TELEVISION KITV Channel 4 EMERGENCY 911 HOSPITALS Kula Hospital Maui Memorial Medical Center (808) 878-1221 (808) 244-9056 LIMO SERVICE Carey Limousine Executive Limousine Star Maui Limousine The Limo Company (808) (808) (808) (808) MAUI VISITORS BUREAU (808) 244-3530 POLICE DEPARTMENT Wailuku Headquarters Hana Substation Kihei Substation Lahaina Substation (808) (808) (808) (808) PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Maui Bus (808) 871-4838 ROAD CLOSURES (808) 986-1200 SURF REPORT (808) 572-7873 TAXIS AB Taxi Aaron’s Surf Taxi Maui Classy Taxi Ka‘anapali Taxi Kihei Taxi Maui Airport Taxi Sunshine Cabs of Maui (808) (808) (808) (808) (808) (808) (808) WEATHER & TEMPERATURE (808) 877-5111 572-3400 669-2300 875-6900 891-0200 244-6400 248-8670 875-8190 661-4441 667-7579 870-9974 665-0003 665-1777 298-1877 875-6110 879-2220 BEST Shopping BEST: Hawaiian JEWELRY • pages 2, 100, 101, 102 Authentic, Hawaiian-inspired creations by Hawai‘i’s foremost designer Mikel. These timeless designs are the perfect gift for you or someone special back home. Each elegant collection is hand crafted with love and aloha. These island collections are available at Dolphin Galleries in Whalers Village or The Shops at Wailea. You may also order directly online at www.MikelJewelry.com. Are you in love? Mikel’s National Award-Winning Hawaiian Love Pendant is a romantic celebration in white and yellow gold with diamond of two souls joined together as one. Tropical Turtles capture the majesty of our unique marine life. Inspired by early Hawaiian petroglyph carvings and imbued with a contemporary feel. Plumeria Petals Collection creates a fragrant remembrance of Hawai‘i in gleaming gold with diamond. Elegant, classic and sensual. Go Barefootin’ with Mikel’s popular whimsy in gold and diamond. Stroll along the beach and hang loose! BEST: Hawaiian SHIRTS • page 95 If you look the part you feel the part, and no Hawaiian vacation is complete without indulging yourself in tropical attire! Winner of the Governor’s Award “Specialty Retailer of the Year,” MOONBOW TROPICS offers the finest selection of Hawaiian shirts. Their authentic collection of Hawaiian manufactured apparel will put you in the rhythm of Maui. This upscale resort wear shop features labels such as Paradise Found, Nat Nast, Kamehameha, Reyn Spooner, Pineapple Juice, Tailor Vintage, Age of Wisdom, Halsey 44, Red Jacket, Nic + Zoe, XCVI, Gretty Zueger, Anuschka Bags, exclusive Moonbow Jewelry by Maui artist Cyndi Jay and more. Look for them at two locations in historic Pa‘ia Town at 20 and 27 Baldwin Avenue, 612 Front St. in Lahaina and downstairs at The Shops at Wailea. BEST: GOURMET MARKET • page 99 The most innovative local gourmet grocer on Maui now has two locations: on the ground floor at Honua Kai Resort & Spa just north of Lahaina, and at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua. Offering farm fresh eggs, organic produce, an extensive deli menu, salads, wines, chocolates, 100% Maui coffee, smoothies, juices, gelato, specialty gifts and sundries, ‘AINA GOURMET MARKET’s approach is structured around the “100-mile-lifestyle” concept. They strive to showcase local farms and vendors first, with much of their goods coming from their own farm upcountry! Access to some of the best coffee in the world, grown right here on Maui, has inspired the owners to begin micro-roasting their own brand: ‘Aina Gourmet Coffee. Stop in and try a cup… it’s also available for purchase online at www.AinaGourmetCoffee.com BEST: INSPIRATIONAL JEWELRY • page 97 “It is the heart which experiences God…” The GOD IS LOVE COLLECTION of inspirational jewelry is a positive reminder that hope, faith and belief guide us through life. These elegant and timeless creations are hand crafted in gleaming 14k yellow or white gold by renowned designer Mikel. God is Love Cross, Heart, and Star of David are available online in 2 versions and 2 sizes: the magnificent and affordable Classic Collection or the exquisite solid gold Deluxe Collection. Visit the website for the version and size just right for you. These precious expressions in gold are timeless. What the world needs now is love. www.MikelJewelry.com BEST: MAUI COFFEE • page 94 “From Seed to Cup,” this heavenly coffee is 100% Maui! This savory brew is the original State of Hawai‘i certified 100% MAUI origin coffee! Stop by the historic little MAUIGROWN COFFEE COMPANY STORE (located next to the Pioneer Mill smokestack in Lahaina) and sample the four varieties of delicious MauiGrown Coffee, while you take a pictorial tour of the nostalgic plantation days. Step into the back room and see how it’s all done—“From Seed to Cup!” Relax on the lanai with an iced Maui Mocha. They ship! You can also visit the Ka‘anapali Estate— voted “One of the Top 10 Estate Coffees in the World”—and take a self-guided tour. Maps available at the Company Store. BEST: SCRIMSHAW • page 96 Back in the boisterous 1800s, Old Lahaina Town was a favorite port to Yankee whalers who introduced the fine art of scrimshaw. Today these precious carvings are created by modern artists, and are rendered on fossil ivory (since concern for the endangerment of species is foremost on their minds). LAHAINA SCRIMSHAW is world famous for their superb collection! Some pieces cost only a few dollars and some are worth thousands. Gifts that last a lifetime. BEST Shopping BEST: SOUVENIR SHOP • page 93 For the BEST authentic Hawaiian gifts and souvenirs, stop into Sand & Sea in Pa‘ia Town. With great low prices, the selection here includes beautifully hand-carved wooden bowls, tikis and turtles of all sizes, as well as a variety of sculptures and carvings. Contemporary jewelry handmade from shells and sea glass, musical instruments and one-of-a kind Christmas ornaments are among the vast assortment of gifts that make this destination worth a visit. Looking for a gift for the chef on your list? You’ll find eco-friendly bamboo kitchenware alongside Maui-made jams & jellies, sauces, salts, dolphin-shaped wine bottle holders, and fragrant dishes made with cinnamon bark! Located next to Hana Picnic Lunch Co. in Pa‘ia, this is one stop you can’t afford to miss! You’ll find some of the most unique gifts on the island, and, with any purchase of $10 or more, you get a FREE Hawaiian mug! (Valid up to 6 mugs.) BEST: SURF SHOPS • page 103 For the HONOLUA SURF CO. ‘ohana (family), surfing is not just a hobby, it’s a way of life. Like the famous Maui bay that the stores are named for, the experience here is unique and authentic. A surf team of active water men and women aggressively test products for fit, function, and fashion. HONOLUA WAHINE is the first surf lifestyle shop exclusively for women. Featuring internationally known brand name surf apparel, including the Honolua Surf Co. brand and accessories. Follow the leader in island sportswear. Locations in Whalers Village (Ka‘anapali), The Shops at Wailea, Front Street (Lahaina), Lahaina Cannery Mall, Pa‘ia and Kama‘ole Beach Center (S. Kihei.) Or visit them on Kaua‘i and the Big Island. BEST: TROPICAL ARTIST • page 98 With vibrant colors, an intensely personal style, whimsical borders and a touch of fantasy, KIM McDONALD’S oil paintings capture the essential spirit of the Hawaiian Islands. Her art accentuates the deep sensuality of Hawai‘i in a tropical style descended from Gauguin. Don’t miss seeing her recent collection of Warrior Boards (as well as many original paintings) on display at her Studio/Showroom “The House of Two Moons” in Pa‘ia. Call for an appointment 208-697-7380. BEST Souvenir Shop 93 Unique, Handcrafted One-of-a-Kind Gifts Great Low Prices! Hawaiian Souvenirs Turtles Wooden Bowls FREE HAWAIIAN MUG With any purchase of $10 or more. Valid for up to 6 mugs. (808) 579-9377 Open Daily 9am-7pm 99 Hana Hwy. in Pa‘ia next to Chevron BEST Maui Coffee “One of the Top 10 Estate Coffees in the World.” –Ken Davids’ www.coffeereview.com Located next to the Smokestack at 277 Lahainaluna Rd. in Lahaina Hours: 6:30am-5pm Mon.-Sat. FREE Self-Guided Tour of the MauiGrown Coffee Ka‘anapali Estate (808) 661-2728 www.mauigrowncoffee.com We Ship! BEST Hawaiian Shirts 95 BEST Scrimshaw SCRIMSHAW Timeless Treasures S ince the 1820’s, when Lahaina was a haven to Yankee whalers, people have treasured the fabulous works of scrimshaw. Modern artists, concerned for the endangered species, use fossil ivory to create their classic works. Today they continue to follow a tradition as old as man’s love for the sea. Now you, too, can discover the irresistible qualities of this unique art form. At world-famous Lahaina Scrimshaw, you’ll see the finest examples of the ancient mariners’ art. For gifts of just a few dollars to some worth many thousands, we invite you to own a legacy of the ages. Lahaina Scrimshaw Lahaina 845 Front St. 661-8820 Ka‘anapali Whaler’s Village 661-4034 www.LahainaScrimshawMaui.com Custom-Designed Jewelry in Gold & Precious Gems T ake home a true memory of Maui in Island-inspired jewelry designed and created by Maui Master Goldsmith David L. Welty. 858-4 Front Street in Lahaina (808) 661-9200 Whalers Village in Ka‘anapali (808) 661-4223 www.JessicasGemsMaui.com BEST Inspirational Jewelry God is Love™ J ew elry C ol l ection Cross Heart Star of David ® Hawaii’s Foremost Designer The wonder of God’s love speaks from the Heart with this elegantly hand-crafted collection in gleaming 14k Yellow or White gold. Timeless creations to forever cherish… Available online in 2 versions & 2 sizes: www.MikelJewelry.com 808-661-1418 Toll Free 888-661-1418 Hand-Crafted in the U.S.A. 97 BEST Tropical Artist SECRET HIDEOUT One of Hawaii’s Leading Artists Visit her MAUI SHOWROOM in Paia, Conveniently located on Hana Highway by appointment 208.697.7380 VIEW more of Kim’s art at: www.kimmcdonald.com www.facebook.com/KimMcDonaldArt BEST 99 Gourmet Market HOT & STEAMY 100% MAUI COFFEE, SUPERFOODS, JUICES, PRODUCE, SANDWICHES, GELATO, LIQUOR, WINE, SALADS, GIFTS. THE RITZ-CARLTON, KAPALUA HONUA KAI RESORT & SPA 130 KAI MALINA PARKWAY, LAHAINA • 808.662.2832 AINAGOURMET.COM + AINAGOURMETCOFFEE.COM ft BUY COFFEE ONLINE ◊ BEST Hawaiian Jewelry The fragrance of Hawaii Capture the elegance of gold enhanced with diamond. Sculpted in white or yellow gold. An island creation to be forever cherished… Available in four sizes. Matching earrings “Honu” “Baby Turtles” “Mother & Child” The Perfect Hawaiian Gift ® Hawaii’s Foremost Designer K A ‘ A NAPALI - W h a l ers Vi l l a ge 8 0 8 -6 6 1 -5 1 1 5 WA IL EA - T h e S ho p s a t Wa i l ea 80 8 -8 9 1 -6 0 0 0 www.MikelJewelry.com 808-661-1418 • Toll Free 888-661-1418 101 JCK ’ S JEWELEICRE CHO S D R A AW FINALIST National Award Winner Two souls join together as one. Embraced by love. Yellow gold embracing white gold with diamond. Wear this creation as shown or separate the two pieces – yellow gold for him and white gold with diamond for her. A remembrance to be cherished forever . . . ® Hawaii’s Foremost Designer Available in two sizes. Matching earrings available. “The Hawaiian Love Pendant ™” is available on Maui “Exclusively” at Dolphin Galleries. K A‘ A NAPALI - W h a l ers Vi l l a g e 8 0 8 -6 6 1 -5 1 1 5 WAIL EA - T h e S ho p s a t Wa i l ea 80 8 -8 9 1 -6 0 0 0 www.MikelJewelry.com 808-661-1418 • Toll Free 888-661-1418 BEST Hawaiian Jewelry ® Hawaii’s Foremost Designer Swaying to the Tropical Breeze The Royal Palm collection 14k White, Yellow or Rose Gold with Sparkling Diamonds The Golden Bamboo™ Collection Shimmering Shades of Gold Rose • Yellow • White Wear One, Two or Three – it’s your choice! LAHAINA - Pioneer Inn 808-662-8666 Whalers Village 808-661-1097 • Hilo Hattie 808-667-9330 KAHULUI - Kahului Airport KIHEI - Hilo Hattie 808-875-7444 www.MikelJewelry.com 808-661-1418 • Toll Free 888-661-1418 BEST Surf Shops 103 BEST Aquarium B E ST G U I D E B O O K-MAU I Commendation Presented to Best Guidebook-Maui THE GOVERNOR On behalf of the people of Hawai‘i, let me welcome you to Maui, one of the sparkling jewels of the Aloha State. Indeed, Maui has much to offer. From bustling Lahaina to the natural beauty and unblemished landscapes of Haleakala National Park and the Road to Hana, Maui truly has something for everyone. The BEST GUIDEBOOK is a wonderful resource that will help you make the most of your trip to Maui, known as the Valley Isle. Have a wonderful time exploring Maui and all of the Hawaiian Islands, and please visit us again soon! Maui no ka ‘oi (Maui is the best)! With warmest regards, Neil Abercrombie Governor, State of Hawai‘i The Mayor of Maui “Aloha and Welcome to our beautiful island of Maui. We hope you enjoy your visit. Use BEST GUIDEBOOK to discover the very best of Maui’s natural wonders, recreational activities, hotels, restaurants, shopping, and island culture. During your visit you’ll find why Maui has been voted “Best Island in the World” numerous times because, as we say, Maui No Ka ‘Oi! (Maui is the BEST!) We hope your stay on Maui is wonderful and hope you’ll return to visit us again soon. Mahalo!” Alan M. Arakawa Mayor, County of Maui MAHALO FOR CHOOSING MAUI
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