Maui Guidebook

Paia Dean’s

Last updated 03. Jan, 2012 by Mark.

Contact: Paia Dean’s
Book: 1BR, 2BR; 3BR

Seasonal Price Range: $99-$269

Sleeps 2-15
1, 2 & 3BR (Up to 6 Bedrooms available total.)
Kings in all bedrooms; Futons in all livingrooms.

Amenities:
| Fully Stocked Kitchen | BBQ |
| Lanai | Ceiling Fans |
| Cable | Internet | Towels & Linens |
| Walk to Beaches, Shops & Restaurants |

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Overview
These are all brand new fully gutted renovations on the footprints of two plantation houses. The remodels were done in …

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Source Reiki Training

Last updated 18. Apr, 2011 by Mark.

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Kokomo Hale Studio Cottage

Last updated 27. Apr, 2012 by Mark.

The Cottage

Contact: Kokomo Hale Studio Cottage
Book: Online booking form

Sleeps 2-5
(King in loft bedroom; Twin sofabed; Queen in optional detached bedroom)
1 Bathroom

Seasonal Price Range: $99-$159

Amenities:
| Stand-alone private cottage |
| Fully Equipped Kitchen | BBQ |
| Private Yard | Ceiling Fans | Washer/Dryer | TV/DVD | Internet | Netflix & Hulu | Towels & Linens |

For moe info on the property and location, check out the main article for Kokomo Hale.

Overview
Much like the Kokomo Hale 1BR, the Studio …

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Wai’anapanapa State Park

Last updated 23. Jul, 2009 by Mark.

To get an idea of what is in store, this is the view from the parking lot.

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In a nutshell: Spectacular views of rugged shoreline, sea arches, black sand beach, and more.
Minuses: Swimming is marginal.
Sound-bite: “Sir, you should probably stand back from that blowhole.”

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Wailua & Ke’anae Valley Hike

Last updated 22. Oct, 2010 by Walker.

Giant Fern

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In a nutshell: A nice 30-minute hike can turn into a spectacular multi-hour moderately easy-going hiking adventure. Graded un-paved access road passes for miles through an undeveloped Eden of Maui rainforest and watershed.
Minuses: Access may require permission from EMI. On weekends you might encounter boar hunters and their pit bulls.
Sound-bite: “Yesterday I found the best hike on Maui that I’ve done.”

DETAILS:
You can make this hike what you want of it. You can dip in a cool, fresh pool complete with dramatic waterfall in …

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Anthony’s Coffee Co.

Last updated 27. Dec, 2010 by Mark.

Anthony’s Coffee Co. in Paia

Rating:
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Rated #1 North Shore Coffee Shop

In a nutshell: A funky, friendly and delicious mom-and-pop coffee shop.
Minuses: Can become busy.
Sound-bite: “The owner befriended me first time I set foot in the store.”

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Windward Garden

Last updated 03. Jan, 2011 by Mark.

Windward Garden B&B

Contact: Windward Garden Inquiry

Sleeps 2-10; 1, 2 or 3 Bedroom B&B

Amenities:
| Breakfast | Tropical Gardens |
| Off Grid | Ocean Views |
| Scenic Hiking Trails |
| Full Kitchen | Dish network |
| DVD | Sirius | Washer | Dryer |
| Internet | Towels & Linens |
| Beach Accessories | BBQ |

Price Range: $135-$400

If you’re a fan of traditional Bed & Breakfasts and staying at the edge of Maui’s rainforest sounds like your dream vacation, pinch yourself …

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Twin Falls

Last updated 18. Apr, 2011 by lilikoi.

"Caveman" at Twin Falls

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In a nutshell: Twin Falls is the first easily accessible string of waterfalls and pools on the Road to Hana. It also has one of the better snack stands on the journey. Twin falls is typically underrated by guidebooks, and is a worthy stop.
Minuses: You must budget your time properly here if you are cramming the Road to Hana into only one day.
Sound-bite: “How much further to the falls?”

DETAILS:
Okay, why in the world does the most popular guidebook for Maui tell …

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Jaws (aka Pe’ahi)

Last updated 04. Jan, 2012 by Mark.

When the North Shore surf is big, Jaws is gigantic.

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In a nutshell: The biggest wave surfed in the world each year has been at Jaws more than any other place.
Minuses: The access road can be 4WD
Sound-bite: [crashing waves, cheers and helicopters]

Disclaimer on the rating:
Jaws is only “must-see spectacular” when the North Shore is having monster surf (look for high surf warnings and consult the real-time wave data chart below.)

Key Info:
Mile Marker: Between #13 & 14 (Hana Hwy aka Hwy 36)
GPS Coordinates: …

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Hike Maui

Last updated 13. Jan, 2010 by Mark.

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