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Central Maui – Quick Summary
Posted on 29. Sep, 2009 by Mark.
General Geographic Area: Central Maui
In a nutshell: Central Maui is the isthmus between West Maui and Haleakala. It is also where most business gets done on Maui. Visitors will pass through here several times, usually on the way to somewhere else.
Minuses: The Pu’unene Sugar Mill spewing smoke from its stacks into the blue sky sure is a…
Maui Coffee Roasters
Posted on 30. Nov, 2009 by Mark.
Maui Coffee Roasters
Rating: 
In a nutshell: Reasonably priced fresh-roasted local coffee – and tasty food to go with it.
Minuses: One location, outside the resort areas.
Sound-bite: [the frothing sound of steaming cappuccino milk]
Maui Coffee Roasters has two things you’ll rarely find side-by-side in Maui: Reasonably priced, and top-notch quality. Located in the center of…Continue Reading
| Summary Coffee house & deli counter |
Location 444 Hana Hwy, Kahului |
Phone 808-877-2877 |
Web http://www.mauicoffeeroasters.com |
Price Inexpensive |
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
Posted on 08. Nov, 2009 by Mark.
Blue Hawaiian flying at Wailua Iki on the Road to Hana
Rating:
In a nutshell: Blue Hawaiian is top of its game in every aspect of Helicopter tour operations.
Minuses: Some folks think this is a substitute for driving the Road to Hana – don’t make that mistake, do both!
Sound-bite: [...speechless...]
A helicopter tour of Maui is something you’ll…
Continue ReadingCar Rental Hawaii
Posted on 06. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
Insider source for Hawaii rental car deals.
Rating:
In a nutshell: Insider/wholesale pricing on rental cars.
Minuses: Online rental process is not real-time.
Sound-bite: “Are you sure these rates are correct?”
Okay, this one of those situations where it pays to know someone local. Maui truly plays by its own set of rules – and those locally connected pay less…Continue Reading
| Summary Wholesale car rental |
Location Airport Terminal |
Phone 866-300-7116 |
Web http://www.carrentalhawaii.com |
Price Wholesale |
Maui Sunriders Bike Co.
Posted on 05. Feb, 2010 by Mark.
Rent from Maui Sunriders and the trip looks more like this…
Rating:
In a nutshell: Half the price of the competition, plus you won’t be herded like cattle.
Minuses: Riding on Maui’s narrow winding roads can be dangerous, especially if you haven’t been on a bike in a while.
Sound-bite: “We were so smug and thought ‘HA!’ every time we passed by…
Mana Foods
Posted on 22. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
Prime produce
Rating:
In a nutshell: The best natural food store on Maui. Better food, selection & pricing than the chain supermarkets.
Minuses: Parking.
Sound-bite: “Absolutely the best Calamari salad I ever ate.”
What makes Mana Foods #1 is that they’re well beyond just being “the local natural foods store.” They carry the island’s widest selection of the highest quality fresh…Continue Reading
| Summary Best market on Maui |
Location 49 Baldwin Ave, Paia |
Phone 808-579-8078 |
Web http://www.manafoodsmaui.com |
Price Best on Maui |
Aqua Adventure
Posted on 13. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Half-day snuba & snorkel charter w/Molokini, “turtle arches” and whale watching (in season) along the way. |
Location Slip # 51, Ma’alaea |
Phone 808-573-2104 |
Web http://www.mauisnorkelsnuba.com/ |
Price $75 – $150 |
Action Sports Maui
Posted on 05. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Comprehensive, intermediate & advanced wind/kite/sail lessons. Note: rating reflects intermediate and advanced lessons. |
Location Kanaha Beach & Kihei |
Phone 808-871-5857 |
Web http://www.actionsportsmaui.com |
Price $80 – $1000+ |
Second Wind Sail & Surf
Posted on 02. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Inexpensive and close to the airport. |
Location 111 Hana Hwy., Kahului |
Phone 808-877-7467 |
Web http://secondwindmaui.com/ |
Price Inexpensive |
Mendes Ranch
Posted on 14. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
Rating: 
| Summary Horseback riding on family owned & operated ranch. |
Location 3530 Kahekili Hwy, Wailuku |
Phone 808-871-5222 |
Web http://www.mendesranch.com |
Price $90 – $130 |
Trilogy Excursions
Posted on 03. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Fleet of six mid-size sailing catamarans, sailing out of Central and West Maui |
Location Maalaea Harbor & Kaanapali Beach |
Phone 808-874-5649 |
Web http://www.sailtrilogy.com/ |
Price $50-200 |
Aloha Blue Charters
Posted on 13. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Molokini Crater trips, whale watches and bottom fishing charters. |
Location Slip 37, Slip 37, Maalaea |
Phone 808-298-1812 |
Web http://www.alohabluecharters.com/ |
Price $40 – $140 |
Friendly Charters – Lani Kai
Posted on 13. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Snorkeling and snuba to Molokini, “Turtle Town” & “Coral Gardens” |
Location Maalaea Harbor, Maalaea |
Phone 808-244-1979 |
Web http://www.mauisnorkeling.com/ |
Price $60 – $110 |
Strike Zone
Posted on 22. Feb, 2010 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary They offer both bottom & sport fishing charters. |
Location Maalaea Harbor |
Phone 808-879-4485 |
Web http://www.strikezonemaui.com |
Price $130 – $170 |
The Dunes at Maui Lani
Posted on 26. Feb, 2010 by Mark.
The Dunes At Maui Lani
Rating:
In a nutshell: Challenging true old-world-style links course..
Minuses: Wind.
Sound-bite: “I swear they would have shined my shoes if I asked them to.”
SUMMARY:
18 hole regulation | 72 par | 6,841 yards | 73.5 USGA | 136 slope | Driving Range | GPS…
| Summary 18 hole regulation | 72 par | 6,841 yards | 136 slope | Driving Range | GPS |
Location 1333 Maui Lani Parkway, Kahului |
Phone 808-873-0422 |
Web http://www.dunesatmauilani.com |
Price $75 – $125 |
Costco Wholesale
Posted on 25. Feb, 2010 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Just like every Costco – quality, but bulk. For visitors the biggest draw are bulk water, drinks & booze. They also have… |
Location 540 Haleakala Hwy, Kahului |
Phone 808-877-5248 |
Web http://www.costco.com |
Price Bulk |
Maui Fun Charters
Posted on 22. Feb, 2010 by Mark.
Rating: 
| Summary 25′ Farallon Cabin Cruiser; As the name suggests, this is a great option for family. Not for the serious sport fisherman. Bottom fishing charter & also offers private hire for snorkel and whale watch. |
Location Maalaea Harbor |
Phone 808-572-2345 |
Web http://www.mauifuncharters.com |
Price $139/ea. or $699/private |
Maui Classic Charters
Posted on 15. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary They operate both a medium & large catamarans offering Molokini snorkel, dolphin locating, snuba, snorkeling other locations & whale watches |
Location Maalaea Harbor |
Phone 800-736-5740 |
Web http://www.mauicharters.com/ |
Price $35 – $75+ |
King Kamehameha Golf Club
Posted on 01. Mar, 2010 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary 18 hole regulation | 72 par | 6,584 yards | Driving Range |
Location 2500 Honoapiilani Highway, Wailuku |
Phone 808-249-0033 |
Web http://www.kamehamehagolf.com |
Price $180* |
'Iao Valley State Park
Posted on 07. Jun, 2009 by Walker.
Click photo for a detailed view.
(Love the shaka!)
Rating:
In a nutshell: ‘Iao Valley is a treasure that is easily accessed by anyone. While you probably wont spend an extended period of time here, it is a must-see.
Minuses: Official trails are minimal. Not a whole lot to do for most visitors after you’ve seen the main…
Hi-Tech Surf Sports
Posted on 30. Nov, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Maui-based surf shop; board rentals |
Location Kahului & Paia Locations, Kahului & Paia |
Phone 808-877-2111 |
Web http://www.surfmaui.com/ |
Price varies |
Maui Golf & Sports Park
Posted on 30. Nov, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Mini golf, bumper boats, X-Treme Trampoline & rock climbing |
Location 80 Ma’alaea Rd., nest to Ocean Center, Ma’alaea |
Phone 808-242-7818 |
Web www.mauigolfandsportspark.com |
Price $15 on up |
Down to Earth
Posted on 30. Nov, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Natural food store – vegetarian only. |
Location 305 Dairy Rd., Kahului |
Phone 808-877-2661 |
Web http://www.downtoearth.org/ |
Price Premium priced |
Las Pinatas
Posted on 02. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Fast & cheap Mexican food, close to the airport. |
Location 395 Dairy Rd., Kahului |
Phone 808-877-8707 |
Web |
Price Inexpensive |
Maui Ocean Center
Posted on 14. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Aquarium focused on Hawaii’s unique underwater world. |
Location 192 Ma’alaea Rd. , Ma’alaea |
Phone 808-270-7000 |
Web http://www.mauioceancenter.com/ |
Price Adult:$25 Child:$18 |
Pacific Whale Foundation Eco Adventures
Posted on 22. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Not-for-profit dedicated studying & protecting marine environment. They offer a wide range of tours. Largest operation in Maui. |
Location Maalaea Harbor Village & Lahaina |
Phone 1-800-942-5311 |
Web http://www.pacificwhale.org/ |
Price $25 on up |
Paragon Sailing Charters
Posted on 05. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary High-performance sailing catamaran charters. |
Location Maalaea & Lahaina Harbors |
Phone 808-244-2087 |
Web http://www.sailmaui.com |
Price $50 – $150 |
Alive and Well
Posted on 26. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Prepared foods are where they really shine. You might feel blind-sided after leaving their supplement section. |
Location Kahului |
Phone 808-877-4950 |
Web http://www.aliveandwellinmaui.com |
Price Higher-priced |
Waiehu Municipal Golf Course
Posted on 01. Mar, 2010 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary 18 hole regulation | 72 par | 6,330 yards | 70.5 USGA | 117 slope | Driving Range | T-Shirt & Sneakers OK |
Location 200 Halewaiu Rd, Waiehu |
Phone 270-7402 |
Web http://www.mauicounty.gov/facilities.aspx?search=1&CID=30&RID=157&Page=detail |
Price $25 – $55 |
Waihe’e Ridge Trail
Posted on 16. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
One of the many spectacular views into Waihee Valley
Rating:
In a nutshell: Hike into the clouds, with spectacular views.
Minuses: Fairly steep 2.5 miles, can be slippery back down.
Sound-bite: [Birds singing]
This is a nice hike with spectacular views. The photos here don’t do the views full justice. Every direction you look, you’re treated with a different view – lush rainforest…
Continue ReadingFernando’s
Posted on 02. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Good fast Mexican food close to the airport. |
Location 270 Dairy Rd., Next to Borders & Sports Authority, Kahului |
Phone 808-873-7759 |
Web |
Price Inexpensive |
Kahili Golf Course
Posted on 01. Mar, 2010 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary 18 hole regulation | 72 par | 6,570 yards | 70.0 USGA | 128 slope | Driving Range | GPS |
Location 2500 Honoapiilani Hwy., Wailuku |
Phone 808-242-4653 |
Web http://kahiligolf.com/ |
Price $75 – $95 |
Ale House Restaurant & Sports Bar
Posted on 02. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Sports bar with pretty good food. |
Location 355 E. Kamehameha Ave., Kahului |
Phone 808-877-9001 |
Web http://www.alehouse.net/ |
Price |
Quicksilver Charters
Posted on 03. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary 55′ Snorkeling Catamaran |
Location Slip 103 Maalaea Harbor, Maalaea |
Phone 808-661-3333 |
Web http://www.frogman-maui.com/ |
Price $60-100 |
Whole Foods
Posted on 25. Feb, 2010 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Just like every other Whole Foods. Mana Foods, 10 minutes away, is a better option for many reasons. |
Location Maui Mall, Kahului |
Phone 808-872-3310 |
Web http://wholefoodsmarket.com |
Price Whole Paycheck? |
Pukalani Country Club
Posted on 01. Mar, 2010 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary 18 hole regulation | 72 par | 6,882 yards | 72.9 USGA | 127 slope | Driving Range | T-Shirt & Sneakers OK |
Location 360 Pukalani St , Pukalani |
Phone 572-1314 |
Web http://www.pukalanigolf.com/ |
Price $27 – $79 |
Hawaii Nature Center
Posted on 30. Nov, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Interactive Nature Museum & Rainforest Walk |
Location 875 I’ao Valley Rd., I’ao Valley, Wailuku |
Phone 808-244-6500 |
Web http://www.hawaiinaturecenter.org/visiting/ |
Price |
Maui Tropical Plantation
Posted on 30. Nov, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Orchard tours & shops |
Location 1670 Honoapiilani Hwy, Wailuku |
Phone 808-244-7643 |
Web http://www.mauitropicalplantation.com/ |
Price $5-15 |
Pride of Maui
Posted on 03. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Best reason to go on this boat is if you’re looking for a fairly reasonable “booze cruise” out of Central Maui. They also offer Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Scuba, Snuba & Molokini trips, but there are better options. |
Location Maalaea Harbor, Maalaea |
Phone 877-867-7433 |
Web http://www.prideofmaui.com/ |
Price $30-90 |
Spreckelsville Beach
Posted on 08. Jun, 2009 by lilikoi.
Windsurfer launching at Sprecks Beach with a view down the Spreckelsville Beaches
Rating:
In a nutshell: Spreckelsville Beach is a long string of rarely-used beaches and tidepools, largely in a raw, natural state. Frequently used by fishermen and windsurfers. Regular-old-tourists probably don’t want to bother.
Minuses: Directly in flight path of Kahului Airport. Camp One end of beaches…
Flyin Hawaiian Zipline
Posted on 13. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary Zip Line tour in Central Maui |
Location 1670 Honoapiilani Hwy (Maui Tropical Plantation), Wailuku |
Phone 808-249-2777? |
Web |
Price $185 – $200 |
AlexAir Birds of Paradise
Posted on 09. Nov, 2009 by Mark.
| Summary A-Star & Hughes 500 helicopters. |
Location Kahului Heliport |
Phone 888-418-8455 |
Web http://www.helitour.com |
Price $130-300+ |
Sunshine Helicopters
Posted on 07. Nov, 2009 by Mark.
| Summary A-Star & Eco-Star helicopters. |
Location Kahului Heliport |
Phone 808-270-3999 |
Web www. sunshinehelicopters .com |
Price $165-400+ |
Kahului Airport (OGG)
Posted on 10. Jun, 2009 by Walker.
Ticket Counters at OGG
In a nutshell: It is a small airport, likely refreshingly uncrowded, relatively quick & easy. Likely the only one you’ll need on Maui.
Minuses: It is an airport.
Sound-bite: “Please remove your shoes.”
DETAILS:
Kahului International Airport (OGG) is the main airport for Maui, and unless you have some significantly unusually compelling reason, it is where you should…
Air Maui
Posted on 07. Nov, 2009 by Mark.
| Summary American Eurocopter A-Star helicopter. |
Location Kahului Heliport |
Phone 877-238-4942 |
Web http://www.airmaui.com/ |
Price $120-300+ |
Alamo
Posted on 06. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary In terminal |
Location 905 East Mokuea Place, Kahului |
Phone 808-871-6235 |
Web https://www.alamo.com/ |
Price varies |
Dollar Rent A Car
Posted on 06. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary At airport |
Location 946 Mokuea Place, Kahului |
Phone 808-877-2731 |
Web http://www.dollar.com/ |
Price varies |
Avis
Posted on 06. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary At airport |
Location 884 West Mokuea Place, Kahului |
Phone 808-871-7575 |
Web http://www.avis.com/ |
Price varies |
Budget Car Rental
Posted on 06. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary At the airport |
Location 865 West Mokuea Place, Kahului |
Phone 808-871-8811 |
Web http://www.budget.com/ |
Price varies |
Enterprise
Posted on 06. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary Next to airport (shuttle.) |
Location 740 KAONAWAI PL, Kahului |
Phone 808-871-6982 |
Web http://www.enterprise.com/ |
Price varies |
Hertz
Posted on 07. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary At airport. |
Location 850 West Mokuea Place, Kahului |
Phone 808-893-5200 |
Web http://www.hertz.com/ |
Price varies |
National Car Rental
Posted on 07. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary At airport. |
Location OGG & Kaanapali |
Phone 808-871-8851 |
Web http://www.nationalcar.com/ |
Price varies |
Aloha Rent A Car (aka Al Wast aka Word of Mouth)
Posted on 07. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary | Location 190-D Papa Place, Kahului |
Phone 808-877-4477 |
Web http://www.aloharentacar.com/ |
Price varies |
Thrifty Car Rental
Posted on 07. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary At airport & Harbor (pickup only) |
Location 935 East Mokuea Place, Kahului |
Phone 877-283-0898 |
Web http://www.thrifty.com/ |
Price varies |
Maui Cruisers Car Rental
Posted on 07. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary Older cars & trucks. |
Location 1270 Piihana Road, Wailuku |
Phone 808-249-2319 |
Web http://www.mauicruisers.net/ |
Price varies |
Bio-Beetle Eco Rental Cars
Posted on 07. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary Biodiesel and hybrid cars. |
Location 55 Amala Place, Kahului |
Phone 808-873-6121 |
Web http://www.bio-beetle.com/ |
Price varies |
Maui Car Rentals
Posted on 07. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary 3-10 Year old cars. |
Location Kahului |
Phone 808-877-3300 |
Web http://mauicarrentals.net/ |
Price varies |
Surf Truck Rentals
Posted on 07. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary Vans, pickups, trucks. |
Location 260 Hookahi Stree, Wailuku |
Phone 808-244-5544? |
Web |
Price varies |
Foodland
Posted on 25. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary Conventional national chain supermarket. |
Locations Kihei, Lahaina, Kahului, Pukalani |
Phone See Details |
Web http://www.foodland.com |
Safeway
Posted on 25. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary Conventional national chain supermarket. |
Location Lahaina, Kihei, Kahului |
Phone See Details |
Web http://www.safeway.com |
Makoa Kai Charters
Posted on 22. Feb, 2010 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary 46′ Bertram, prefer whole-boat charter, but may do share-charters depending – inquire. |
Location Maalaea Harbor |
Phone 808-661-3336 |
Web http://www.makoakai.com |
Price $750 – $1,250 |
Piper Sportfishing
Posted on 22. Feb, 2010 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary 43′ Bertram; You must charter the whole boat. |
Location Maalaea Harbor |
Phone 808-242-8350 |
Web http://www.pipersportfishing.com |
Price $1300 Whole Boat |
Rascal Charters
Posted on 22. Feb, 2010 by Mark.
Rating:
| Summary 43′ Bertram |
Location Maalaea Harbor |
Phone 808-874-8633 |
Web http://www.rascalcharters.com |
Price $190 – $230 |
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