Hey guys/gals, we're planning a little trip to Maui for our anniversary and was wondering who has any info or recommendations for Maui? Looking for hotels, restaurants, must see/must do kind of things. Not looking to go on the cheap, but not talking ballah' penthouse status either. Throw some stuff out there if you've got some experiences to share. Thanks in advance, B

 

For eats: Da Kitchen and Krispy Kremes, all a growing boy needs.

To do: must take a Suby or on AWD car up Haleakala. A rental will work but not as fun.

 

Go to Duo Steak and Seafood at the Four Seasons. They have a buy one entree and get one free special. Great food and even better service. Try the 24 oz. bon-in ribeye steak. Aged to perfection.

Sam Sato's for dry mein and manju. Da Kitchen has huge portions. Cafe O'Lei at the Maui Lani golf course. Try the fish special plate lunch.

Drive to Hana all the way around and go up to the crater.

Both are better with AWD.

 

When I picked the WRX up in Maui, we stayed at the Royal Lahaina Resort. Id recommend there, or any place in Kaanapali. I second going up Haleakala in a Subaru

 

Tasty Crust for breakfast. Best. Pancakes. Ever.

 

ive been asking the same question around at work since i'll be going to maui for a day trip and i've been hearing:

-sunrise at haleakala
-drive to hana (but go all the way around, otherwise its just a windy road)
-da kitchen
-bar hop in lahaina

 

i opted for sunset.......almost the same smell, except sunrise, youd be waking up pretty damn early to make it to the top of the mountain.......

 

@ Jess, I just may have to do Krispy Kreme. Nothing like getting them fresh
@ Ed, thanks for the bunch of recommendations. Sounds like Da Kitchen is a must see. That Duo steakhouse sounds nice too......and two for one, who can beat that?

I think Leila has her mind made up about staying at the Grand Wailea. Of course the place looks unbelievable, but so does the price tag that comes along with it

Leila's been there, but for some reason, she didn't seem overly excited. I still may have to check it out, depending on how close it is to where we're staying.

I'm certain we'll be checking out Haleakala, I'm wondering which would be better for us. I'm an early bird and Leila's not.......hmmm probably sunset.

 

you go to maui yet? i like tesh's plan but have alot to add... b4 i go and write a novel, just want to know if you went yet, if not, how long do you plan on staying. is it a family trip with keiki's or just you and your wifey.

 

When we went over there for Soccer tournaments, we opted for renting a Condo...we stayed at the Maui Sands in Kihei...kind of Kona-ish...but fun. Condo was right on the ocean with a pool and full kitchen...about $130ish/night Kamaaina rate.

I didn't remember too many memorable eateries, we were so busy, we just ate where we could. I did like Shaka Pizza in Kihei though...pretty good.

A fun place to swim is Blackrock...Kaanapali resort area...very clear water...you can either take or rent snorkel gear...

Lahaina was fun just to walk around...

Stay out of the water at dawn and dusk...and any murky waters...sorry to sound like I am stating the obvious, but more accidental shark bites happen in Maui with those conditions...take care and enjoy!

Ed is definitely a great resource and a great guy...

 

I used to go to Maui every year, Our favorite place to stay in regards to beach, attractions, price is the Kannapali Alli, it is a condo they are usually $250 and up. Right on Kanapalli beach you can walk to all the nicer hotels and use their bars and stuff and Whalers village has some good restaurants and stores.

 

Haven't gone yet. We're going 2nd week of October. We're only going for the weekend....>Friday through Sunday..........and no keiki's on this one.
Thanks for the recs Brent. Haha, I think the only swimming we'll be doing will be at the pool.

I think my wife already booked the hotel. If I'm not mistaken, I think we're staying at the Grand Wailea. Expensive....but should be a nice time. It's our anniversary, so I guess it's ok to spend the money?!?!?! Not as if I couldn't use it towards another set of wheels or anything for my LS, right? hahaha

 

Tried a new restaurant this past weekend. Makawao Steak House which is now owned by Cafe O Lei. Great appetizers and steak. Good prices too.

 

Hey Ed, is Azeka's sweet meat still available? I agree...Sam Sato's for dry noodle & white bean manju. Haven't been to Maui since the early 90's, is Takamiya's still around?

 

Mmmmm, all this talk about food is making me hungry! Thank goodness I leave for Vegas next week! Then Maui a week after I get back from Vegas.