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.

Sunscreen

The tropical sun is strong, so the frequent application of sunscreen is essential.
Sushi, Sashimi, and Poke

The primary Japanese culinary influences are sashimi (sliced raw fish) and sushi (raw fish, shellfish, or vegetables, served on top of, or rolled with, rice). Poke , the Hawaiian for diced or chopped, is Hawai’i’s version of Tahitian poisson cru and Latin American ceviche . These delicious raw fish-based dishes are available everywhere from fine dining restaurants to local supermarkets.
Swenson Real Estate

This agency handles vacation rentals as well as real estate sales. So, if you’d like to rent a private home almost anywhere on the island, the folks at Swenson will be able to help.
Takamiya Market

A local food treasure and a great place to stock up on ingredients for a picnic.
Take Home Maui

You can’t leave Maui without a few sweet, juicy pineapples! This shop packs up all of Maui’s best edible produce – papaya, Maui onions, coconuts, macadamia nuts – and will even deliver your order right to the airport.
Tedeschi Winery

Free daily tours and tastings are held at Tedeschi, Maui’s only winery. Established in 1974, Tedeschi produces sparkling, red, and blush wines, along with its most famous product, a sweet pineapple wine called Maui Blanc.
Tennis

There are about 100 courts on Maui. Public courts are available on a first come, first served basis. The courts at resorts such as Kapalua, Kā’anapali, Wailea, and Mākena are usually reserved for hotel guests.
The Challenge at Mānele

American golf legend Jack Nicklaus designed this awesome course, built on natural lava outcroppings overlooking the Mānele Bay Hotel, Hulopo’e Bay, and the Pacific Ocean. The 12th hole plays from a cliff 150 ft above the crashing surf and requires a demanding 200-yard tee shot across the ocean.
The Dunes at Maui Lani

Located on the isthmus that gives Maui its nickname of the Valley Isle, the Dunes layout has been frequently compared to classic British courses. Designer Robin Nelson did, in fact, travel to Scotland to study the links courses and integrated some of their features into this par 72.
The Experience at Kō’ele

Designed by golf great Greg Norman and architect Ted Robinson, this award-winning championship course presents challenging fairways, creative water features, and a demanding signature hole that drops 200 ft to a wooded gorge.