What to do in Maui?

This morning a colleague posted an open plea for ideas of what to do during her upcoming vacation to Maui, Hawaii. This reminded me of what great time I had when I went oh so many years ago! After sending off another one of my trademarked TMI email responses, I decided what the heck- I'll share it with the world as well!

DISCLAIMER: I haven't been to Maui since 2002- I don't know what may have changed since then, but all the quotes came from websites visited today.

Aloha xxxxxxxxxxxx! I typically don't go for the touristy type activities but I still remember playing the tourist role in Maui was one of the best vacations I've ever had. I've borrowed text from various websites that reflect my experiences in words better that I could come up with on my own. You should be able to get more details about any of them online.

Road to Hana
"The Road to Hana is world famous for the natural beauty of its unblemished landscapes and towering waterfalls. Maui is understandably proud of Heavenly Hana's successful fight against overdevelopment and the destruction of their Hawaiian culture. When you make the trip over to Hana Maui, you'll see why it's referred to as The Land That Time Forgot..."




Haleakala Bike Ride
"If you’re looking for a real thrill while on Maui, you need to try the most popular activity on the island... While cruising down Haleakala’s slopes, you’re able to see Maui in a different way than most. If you drive, you’ll miss out on a lot of views only seen in areas where a bike can stop (and cars can’t.)..."




Molokini Turtle Cruise
"Snorkeling at Molokini crater is truly a unique opportunity, as there are only 3 volcanic calderas including Molokini in the entire world. In this offshore, sheltered crater sanctuary, you experience clear, sparkling waters that only Molokini can provide, often boasting unlimited visibility. Over 250 species of fishes call the crater their home, making snorkeling at Molokini a rare, exotic adventure..."



Sunset Dinner Cruise
"Maui is one of the most romantic places on earth, and nothing speaks of romance quite like a Maui sunset dinner cruise. The waters of Maui offer one of the best places to view the sunset, filling the sky with bursts of brilliant gold, soft reds, peach and warm oranges. Feel the warm trade winds. Feel yourself relax, and tension disappearing with the setting sun. Watch the sun’s great ball of fire sink slowly into the horizon. After the sun sets and the golden sky sleeps, gaze at the twinkling lights of Lahaina and Kihei, or catch a view of Haleakala as her peak disappears into a wreath of clouds..."



NOTE: I've purposely not recommended any particular companies because a) I don't remember, and b) that was 6 years ago. :)

Have fun!