DK Travel : Maui

Maui is known as the “valley isle”, and most of its population nestles in the low-lying isthmus between the lush western mountains and the dustier slopes of Haleakalā to the east. Skirting the coast are some of the world’s finest beaches, from the popular resorts on the southwestern fringe to the wilder surfing beaches on the north and eastern shores. Maui’s administrative group also includes the islands of Moloka’i and Lana’i with more magnificent scenery and even greater remoteness.

Pukalani Superette

Wide range of local dishes and the best ice cream selection.
Punahoa Condominiums

If you love falling asleep to the sound of the surf, this could be for you. Indeed, it’s the main attraction at this small condo, which has little else by way of recreational facilities. But the views are spectacular, and the price low.
Purdy’s Macadamia Nut Farm

A small, one-acre family farm, with personal tours conducted by the Purdy family. Their 80-year-old macadamia trees produce luscious nuts, which you can taste in all stages of development.
Pū’ili

Bamboo sticks, one end of each cut into a fringe so that they produce a rattling sound when played by hula dancers.
Pu’u Kukui

One of the wettest places on earth, Pu’u Kukui is the highest point in the West Maui Mountains, and also the proper name of the entire range. The region is home to more rare native plants and birds than anywhere else in Hawai’i. Inhabitants include the ’Eke Silversword, which is found only in this mountain range and wild i’iwi birds, extinct in most of the rest of the island chain. Access to this 8,600-acre private preserve is granted by the Kapalua Nature Society, which uses a lottery system to choose just 12 hikers per year.
Pu’u Kukui (West Maui Mountains)

Atop the summit of Pu’u Kukui (Hill of Light) is one of Hawai’i’s richest biological regions and the site of some of the state’s last stands of pristine native rain forest. Access to the preserve here is so limited that each year a lottery is held to select just 12 lucky visitors. (see Pu’u Kukui)
Pu’u Ōla’i

This 360-ft tall, red-hued cinder cone was formed by Haleakalā’s last eruption in the late 1700s. It separates Oneloa from “Little Beach,” which, partly because of its sheltered location, is a popular clothingoptional beach. However, you should be aware that nudity on public beaches is technically illegal in Hawai’i.
Pu’uōla’i, La Pérouse Bay

This 360-ft tall, red-hued cinder cone is a prominent feature at La Pérouse Bay (see La Pérouse Bay), its form the result of Haleakalā’s last eruption 200 years ago. The coastline here had previously been the site of a thriving community.
Queen Ka’ahumanu

Born in Hāna, this favorite wife of King Kamehameha I is unrivaled in Hawai’i’s feminist history.
Queen Ka’ahumanu Center

Maui’s largest shopping center, this two-level mall is where you’ll find national chains like Macy’s, The Gap, and Sharper Image, alongside quintessentially local stores like Camelia Seed Shop (local snacks).

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