Maui Travel Tips

Once you have journeyed to the exotic paradise that is Maui you will find out why its on many top 10 vacation destinations lists. When you take a look at all of the natural beauty that it has to offer it makes it a very easy choice for a vacation. Maui boasts some of the best beaches in the Pacific Ocean. Couple that with some equally awe inspiring volcanoes and wildlife and you have yourself a wonderful vacation destination. Here are a couple of good Maui Travel Tips for you to use on your journey.

One of the best features that Maui offers is that it is located within the Hawaii islands which are a state of the United States. This means that you do not require all the extra travel hassles that are normally associated with traveling overseas. English is the native tongue and there is no requirement to do a currency exchange. You can pay in good old dollars.

One thing that is very different from the United States is the lovely tropical climate. It’s tropical weather bodes well for beach goers yet it does tend to drop to cooler temperatures at night. So when you are packing for your Maui vacation don’t forget to throw in some cooler temperature clothing just in case.

If you plan on adventuring out to many of the hiking trails or national parks that Maui has to offer be sure to pack more than your good old fashioned flip flops as the trails and hike can be a little bit too much for your sandals to handle. Pack some sturdy shoes and enjoy your trip.

Many people forget to pack 2 very important ingredients when traveling to Maui. That is bug spray and sunscreen. Because most people vacation to Maui for the outdoor life you should protect yourself by bringing adequate amounts of sunscreen to prevent skin damage as well as some bug spray to prevent those pesky mosquitoes from bothering you.

Since Maui is a top tourist attraction the same problems that can be found in the other top destinations can also be found here. So make sure to adhere to some basic safety principles. Do not leave your personal belongings unattended or out in the open where thieves can easily have access to it. Keep all valuables in the hotel safe. Try to avoid carrying cash in large quantities as it will make you a more likely target for pickpockets. A good alternative are traveler ’s checks.

Maui does have wonderful weather but like all tropical islands there are frequent national disasters in the area. These can range from windstorms to tsunamis but are mostly considered mild activities. The weather is monitored daily and you should normally not concern yourself with these smaller items. If a Civil Defense Warning is issued that is a completely different beast altogether. You should pay attention to the news or local radio station for advisories as to the current situations. This does not happen often but when it does make sure to take heed.

Overall Maui is a wonderful vacation spot to enjoy. Whether it is a romantic honeymoon or just a vacation away from it all you can find your magical paradise escape here.

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Well, we FINALLY get to take a much anticipated trip to Hawaii. We'll be towing a 2 yr old who LOVES to travel and play in the sand and I'll be lugging around a 6 month prego belly too. My hubby will take a surfing lesson and if there is some not so rough place to go kayaking I'll probably go kayaking with the kiddo. We'll be in Maui for a week. Other than that and a Luau what are some other must do things while there?

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We'll be traveling to Hawaii in May 2009. We'll be there for 7 days. We're planning on going to two islands: Oahu and either Maui or Kauai. Important things on our trip: Pearl Harbor, Hanauma Bay, white sand, calm clear water, great food, and lots of fresh pineapple. We're not as concerned with finding a totally secluded place as we are with a clean hotel/resort on a gorgeous beach. We don't mind to rent a car on both islands. Which island should we visit besides Oahu? What order should we visit our two islands? How many days each? Something I didn't mention - I've been to Oahu before, so exploring the island is not a must. I just want my husband-to-be to get a chance to see what he wants. He's most interested in Pearl Harbor while I would love to visit Hanauma Bay for snorkeling again. We will probably stay at either the Royal Hawaiian or the Hilton Hawaiian Village there (I know, touristy; but nice, clean, and convenient). As for the second island, we want to stay somewhere that's right on the beach and isn't so secluded that we have to drive 30+ miles to eat dinner. So with that in mind, Oahu first or second?