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Kihei,
Hawaii: Sunny Skies and Vacation Bliss
Maui
Getaway Vacation
Maui:
Hawaii's Valley Isle
Let
Lahaina Take You Away by Caitlin Moore
In a
spare, daydreamy moment, you decide to take a look at a map of the world.
Since you have vacationing on your mind, your eyes fall upon an inviting
string of islands in the South Pacific, and you lean in to take a closer
look. The distinct land masses of Hawaii all look stunning, but for some
reason one in particular has you hooked: Maui. Focus in a little further
to discover a destination that will truly satisfy your cravings for a
carefree getaway. Lahaina is a historic and lovely town that presides over
one of Hawaii's highlight isles, and will provide the perfect setting for
the realization of your fantasy.
 
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Lahaina
is located on the western edge of Maui, an island with about 30 miles of
beaches. The place is easily navigable by car and visitors usually end up
exploring the hills, valleys and shoreline throughout their stay, but
it's nice to have a home base for your wanderings that will provide
plenty of stimulation without having to fill up the gas tank and check
out a map. Lahaina is perfect for giving your Hawaii vacation a more
intimate feel, and you surely won't regret making it the spotlight of
your holiday.
Mauna
Kahalawai (a mountain range) majestically oversees this region of the
island and quietly explains why the Polynesians found this to be a worthy
spot to settle in. The Lahaina Heritage Museum makes a good first visit
(alright, after quick walk on the beach) and will acquaint you with the
influences of the region's colorful and industrious residents from
yesterday and today. Take a look at a narrative that includes farming,
whaling, and impressive ocean traveling in this historic building in the
heart of Lahaina.
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After you've nourished your
brain and become familiar with the area, it'll be time to have some
fun. Hit the beach for a snorkeling session, hop on a surfboard, swim
with the dolphins, or take in the landscape from above via parasail.
All the typical Hawaii adventures will be at your doorstep, so check
out the offerings and make a list of your favorites. Few people are
lucky enough to spend enough time here to do it all, so if you're only
here for a week or so you'll have to prioritize.
One
activity that should definitely make the list is an event unique to
Lahaina. It has been written up in a number of publications and exists
as a famous tourist attraction that tends to please everyone. The Old
Lahaina Luau consists of traditional cuisine, dancing, music and
crafts, and offers the most authentic experience on the island. For a
couple of hours, relish the fact that you've stumbled upon another
world that resembles nothing you've ever seen before, one that will
affect your world view from here on out.
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Street is another site that can't be missed. This bustling thoroughfare
is the place to find shops, restaurants and tourists galore, and despite
its frequent crowds it still feels pretty laid-back. Get your souvenir
shopping done or enjoy a mai-tai as your fellow tourists flow by, and
prepare yourself for the next enthralling activity of the day.
Between
sampling the fresh seafood and standing in awe of the humongous banyan trees
that line the streets downtown, not to mention all the time you'll spend
soaking in the fun and sun of the beach, your Lahaina trip will surely
exceed the expectations you have as you sit there staring at the
one-dimensional map on the wall.
To
bring it to life even further, picture yourself nestled into a vacation
rental. Hotels are plentiful here, but private beach houses will make the
holiday a little more special by giving you and your companions the space
and amenities you need to truly live it up. Why come all the way to this
island in the sea only to settle for less than stellar accommodations. Go
online to peruse the Lahaina Vacation Rentals and pick one that excites
you. Nothing is better than making your daydreams become realities, so
get started as soon as you can.
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