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Top Four Things To Do In Maui

By Ella Hemmings


While all the Hawaiian islands have their charms, Maui offers an abundance of fun activities for travelers. While you might expect to spend your vacation days at the beach, there are plenty of other options to consider that will help you really get to know this island and create some beloved memories.

1. Catch The Sunrise At The Top Of Haleakala

Haleakala is an inactive volcano, and you can spend time hiking around and exploring the crater, but for a real treat, plan a sunrise trip to this mountain top. The views are amazing and it's well worth rising before the dawn. If you arrive around 5 a.m., not only will you catch the sunrise, you also are likely to see some pretty amazing stars. Alternatively, you can watch the sunset at Haleakala, but most people prefer the spectacular beauty of the sunrise.

2. Take A Rugged Journey To Hana

We've all seen those bumper stickers proclaiming, "I Survived the Road to Hana," and while it's a bit tongue in cheek, this 45-mile highway journey definitely can be a bit perilous. Winding through rain forests and along the rugged coastline, the road to the town of Hana takes a considerable amount of time to traverse. One reason is because of the narrow, windy road and also because there are more than 40 one-lane bridges to cross. In addition, you definitely will want to stop many times along the way. The views are picture-perfect and you can find waterfalls, enjoy the waves and take tons of great pictures. Generally, it is recommended that you plan on spending at least eight hours on this journey, and there are almost no services from Paia (the town where you truly begin the journey) to Hana, so pack up a lunch, water, some towels and some snacks.

3. Enjoy Maui From The Sea

While you might think that it's enough to simply enjoy the sea views or perhaps take in the view of the island from Haleakala, there are also some pretty great views of Maui when you go out on the open ocean. A whale watching tour, a sunset boat cruise or even a kayaking trek are great ways to get a look at the Maui coastline from the sea.

4. Get Married

Every year, thousands of couples get married in Maui. While it might seem like a destination wedding is out of your reach financially, these types of weddings can be more affordable than you think. After all, a destination wedding trims the guest list and the cost of the reception. Plus, you definitely will need to hire a Maui wedding planner, and that makes the whole process much easier.

At Love Maui Weddings, this team of Maui wedding planners has been helping couples plan weddings of all sizes, as well as elopements and vow renewals for more than 25 years. They can help you plan a beachfront ceremony, a ceremony at a botanical garden, at an oceanfront resort or anywhere your heart desires. Whether the ceremony includes a large party or just the two of you, they also have some amazing wedding packages that will make your day truly spectacular.




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