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.

Bird of Paradise Unique Antiques

A treasure trove of 1930s to ’50s glassware, tableware, furniture, and plenty of Hawaiiana.
Bloom House & Bloom Cottage

A three-bedroom house and a two-bedroom cottage just a garden walk away form a perfect partnership for a large family or group of friends. Both are extremely well equipped and tastefully decorated. A little traffic noise by day and chilly at night, so the fireplaces come in handy.
Blue Ginger

For those who enjoy more subtle versions of Hawaiian prints, Blue Ginger offers some great designs. It is especially good for baby and children’s clothes.
Blue Ginger Café

A throwback to simpler times, this casual eatery, for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and home-baked bread, is probably the most popular restaurant on the island with locals.
Boiled Peanuts

Not just a Southern U.S. “thang,” this deliciously messy treat can be found at every local festival and market.
Borders Books, Music & Café

The vast stock includes a full selection of Hawaiian music and books, while the café serves good coffee, breakfast items, and light lunches.
Camp Ke’anae

One of Maui’s bestkept secrets. The location is absolutely fantastic: a cliff overlooking the Ke’anae Peninsula, where you can rent one of the attractive cabins or pitch a tent and use the community bath facilities.
Canoe Building

As in all Hawaiian cultural practices, there is much ritual surrounding the building of a canoe, another of the men’s arts. Traditionally, canoes are made of koa and always from one log, carefully selected by the boat builder. The craft is still very much alive today.
Canoes

Big breakfasts, lunch specials such as fresh fish and baby back ribs, and considerable Hawaiian aloha (warmth).
Captain’s Retreat

For a large family or group, this two-story home within walking distance of town may be just the ticket. Four bedrooms (the master suite has its own bath and patio), a large deck surrounded by pines, an outdoor shower, and a big kitchen. Can accommodate 8.

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Hotel price categories

For a standard, double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes, and extra charges.
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- over $400
Restaurant price categories

Price categories include a three-course meal for one, a glass of house wine, and all unavoidable extra charges including tax.
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- over $60