Maui The Valley Isle Maui is known for its white sand beaches, crystal waters and relaxed life-style. History is alive on Maui. Lahaina, the whaling village, is always filled with excitement. The giant humpback whales winter in the waters off Maui, and when the whales frolic, all of Maui stops to watch. Other entertainment is seemingly endless. Visit Hana and the Seven Sacred Pools, climb Haleakala Crater, or snorkel at Black Rock in Kaanapali. It's worth the climb to visit Olowalu, which is the only place in the chain where you can see four other Hawaiian islands at once. "The Valley Isle" was Mark Twain's favorite. Farmers here produce world-famous sugar and pineapple. 10,000 foot Haleakala is the largest dormant volcano crater in the world, and Puu Kukui mountain is one of the rainiest spots on earth. Be careful or you'll be hooked. As the natives say, "Maui no ka oi" - Maui is the best! Our Favorites: Accommodations Napili Kai Beach Club –Very Hawaiian. Ten beautiful beachfront acres. Gorgeous crescent beach, all ocean views with large private lanais. Quiet and casual. Mana Kai Maui Kihei –A real find on one of the nicest beaches in the state. Hotel rooms with kitchen, studio/one or two bedroom condos with kitchen. Moderate accommodations, most with ocean view. Kea Lani Wailea –Luxury all-suite resort. Large lanais, marble bathrooms, 22,000 square foot pool with water slide, swim-up bar. On famed Wailea Beach. Things to do Best Luau Old Lahaina Luau 505 Front Street #118 –Smaller authentic, less commercial than most luaus. By the ocean, before sunset, enjoy tradition Hawaiian music and fare as the sun sets over Molokai and Lauai. 808-667-1998. Haleakala National Park –Rise early for a dramatic and chilly sunrise, or allow time to hike into the crater, or take a bike tour down from the summit. Maui Ocean Center Maalaea Harbor Village, Kihei. –Discover the wonders of Hawaii’s Ocean at Maui’s new five-acre interactive aquarium. A must see for children and adults alike. Forty exhibit tanks, open ocean tank, outdoor marine life pools, Whale Discovery Center and reef building. 808-875-1962 Restaurants Sansei Seafood Restaurant &Sushi Bar 115 Bay Dr., Kapalua –Our number one pick! Low-key Japanese décor, friendly staff topped only by delicious sushi and entrees. Fabulous! 808-669-6286 Cary and Eddies Hideaway 500 Puunene Ave., Kahului. –Old Kahului Chart House location, new owners, and affordable oceanfront dining. 808-276-3914 The Waterfront Restaurant 50 Haouli St., Maalaea –Outstanding service in a hideaway condo complex facing Maalaea Harbor. Fabulous views, the best seafood specials, and an overall great dining experience. 808-244-9028 Joe’s Bar and Grill Wailea Tennis Center, 131 Wailea Ike Pl., Wailea –Traditional American cuisine by award winning Chef Bev Gannon and husband Joe. View of great sunsets, great personnel, and a refreshing alternative to hotel dining. 808-875-7767 What's happening on Maui - Click Here Oahu | Kauai | Maui | Molokai | Hawaii | Lanai Specific Information Request - Click Here Specials | Home (253) 853-8687 | info@andersontravel.net | FAX: (253) 514-6578 5229 Olympic Dr. NW, Unit B | Gig Harbor, Washington 98335 - U.S.A. Monday - Friday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm / Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm