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The former houses the post office, souvenir shops, fast food joints, and Azeka’s Snack Shop – the only place left to get the old market’s famous ribs. Across the road, Azeka Mauka offers local banks, more souvenirs, and Stella Blues.

Mainlanders will feel right at home amid Blockbusters, Starbucks, Jamba Juice, and Hawai’i’s largest Safeway. For local flavor, Roy’s Kīhei is a good choice, as is Hilo Hattie (see Hilo Hattie).

Once regarded as nothing more than a tacky tourist dive, Hilo Hattie has branched outward and upward, and now even locals browse the racks of better quality aloha wear.

The home of Kīhei’s only movie theaters. After a film, you can “grind” Tony Roma’s ribs or snack at an assortment of eateries.

A group of open-air stalls, where you can search out some “craftedin-Hawai’i” items.

A long-time Maui resident, Clementine magically crams a treasure trove of unique clothing, jewelry, accessories, and more into a joyous cupboard of a room!

The former offers souvenirs and resort wear, and has a great little kiosk called Maui Espresso. The latter is home to 24-hour eatery Denny’s, postal services, and Whalers General Store, for everything from toiletries to souvenirs.

Maui’s most upscale shopping complex features international names like Tiffany & Co., Prada, and Banana Republic alongside local retailers, such as Honolua Surf Co. for casual wear and Martin & MacArthur for stunning wood furniture.

Beautiful, unique, handpainted and silk clothing, much of it locally made.

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.