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South Maui – Quick Summary
Posted on 28. Sep, 2009 by Mark.
General Geographic Area: South Maui
In a nutshell: South Maui is home to the spectacular world-class beaches of Kihei, Wailea and Makena. Wailea, to the south of this region, boasts exclusive word-class resorts and golf, while Kihei to the north is where you’ll find more down-to-earth hotels & condos.
Minuses: Once off the beach, the Kihei part of South…
Eskimo Candy
Posted on 19. Nov, 2009 by Mark.
Eskimo Candy is hidden inside a nondescript commercial area.
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In a nutshell: A small fish market & cafe that serves the most delicious and inexpensive seafood in South Maui.
Minuses: No weekend or evening hours.
Sound-bite: “Eskimo Candy has the absolute best poke I’ve found.”
Eskimo Candy doesn’t try to pretend to be anything it isn’t – located in a…
Car Rental Hawaii
Posted on 06. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
Insider source for Hawaii rental car deals.
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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 |
Makena Big Beach (aka Oneloa)
Posted on 18. Jun, 2009 by lilikoi.
Big Beach is long, wide, beautiful, and extreme.
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In a nutshell: Big Beach is a beautiful, long, wide, undeveloped sandy beach. Impressive, with huge views and a large shore-break. Big Beach is a must-see.
Minuses: A wicked shore-break exists here when the surf is up that can be dangerous for the inexperienced.
Sound-bite: [monster crashing wave]
DETAILS:
One of the most outstanding beaches…
Action Sports Maui
Posted on 05. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
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| 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+ |
Kelii’s Kayak Tours
Posted on 13. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
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| Summary Kayak & snorkeling tours of South & West Maui. They also offer surf lessons. |
Location Meet at launch site(varies), South & West Maui |
Phone 808-874-7652 |
Web http://www.keliiskayak.com |
Price $50 – $150 |
Wailea Old Blue Golf Course
Posted on 02. Mar, 2010 by Mark.
Ocean views from every hole.
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In a nutshell: The perfect balance of design, scenery & price in South Maui.
Minuses: Less competitive course than Gold.
Sound-bite: “This is the first time I can honestly say whales were my biggest distraction!”
DETAILS:
The Wailea Old Blue Golf Course has a split personality. One personality is independent, yet playful – and the other is rooted in the past…
| Summary 18 hole regulation | 72 par | 6,765 yards | 72.2 USGA | 129 slope | Driving Range | GPS |
Location 120 Kaukahi St., Wailea |
Phone 888-328-6284 |
Web http://www.waileagolf.com |
Price $80 – $160 |
Ed Robinson’s Diving Adventures
Posted on 03. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
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| Summary Small team, high quality dive charters for certified divers only. |
Location Kihei Boat Ramp, Kihei |
Phone 808-879-3584 |
Web http://www.mauiscuba.com/erd1.htm |
Price $130-$170 |
Wailea Beach
Posted on 17. May, 2009 by Walker.
Wailea Beach
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In a nutshell: Consistently rated one of the world’s best beaches. An absolutely outstanding beach.
Minuses: Crowded with resort guests and their accouterments.
Sound-bite: “Hey, is that Paris Hilton?”
DETAILS:
If you don’t mind a resort vibe and a crowd to go with it, Wailea Beach is truly an outstanding beach. The sand is perfect, the water calm…
Molokini Crater
Posted on 03. Jul, 2009 by Mark.
Molokini during rush hour 
(Photo: Ron Garnett/HTA)
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In a nutshell: Molokini is a world-class snorkel and SCUBA destination with exceptional water clarity and marine diversity.
Minuses: It is usually very crowded.
Sound-bite: “Hey, I wonder what is on the other side?”
DETAILS:
Molokini Crater is a highly popular snorkel and SCUBA destination. Home to hundreds of species of fish and coral (some found…
South Pacific Kayaks
Posted on 30. Nov, 2009 by Mark.
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| Summary Kayak tours, kayak rentals, surf lessons & hiking |
Location Location depends on tour, Kihei |
Phone 800-776-2326 |
Web http://www.southpacifickayaks.com/ |
Price $40 on up |
Hakone Sushi Bar & Restaurant
Posted on 02. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
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| Summary Traditional Japanese cuisine: sushi, sukiyahi & shabu shabu. |
Location Maui Prince Resort, 5400 Makena Alanui, Makena |
Phone 808-875-5888 |
Web http://www.makenaresortmaui.com/Dining/Dining.asp#hakone |
Price Expensive |
Wailea Emerald Course
Posted on 03. Mar, 2010 by Mark.
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| Summary 18 hole regulation | 72 par | 6,825 yards | 72.6 USGA | 128 slope | Driving Range | GPS |
Location 100 Wailea Golf Club Dr., Wailea |
Phone 888-328-6284 |
Web http://waileagolf.com |
Price $80 – $225 |
Wailea Gold Course
Posted on 03. Mar, 2010 by Mark.
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| Summary 18 hole regulation | 72 par | 7,078 yards | 73.4 USGA | 137 slope | Driving Range | GPS |
Location 100 Wailea Golf Club Dr., Wailea |
Phone 888-328-6284 |
Web http://www.waileagolf.com |
Price $80 – $225 |
Makena Coast Dive Charters
Posted on 30. Nov, 2009 by Mark.
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| Summary SCUBA Dive charter boat |
Location Kihei Boat Ramp, Kihei |
Phone 808-874-1273 |
Web http://www.mauiunderwater.com/ |
Price $125-170 |
Jawz Tacos
Posted on 02. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
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| Summary Yummy fish tacos, besides this location there are two trucks in Makena (lose to, and at Big Beach – that are lifesavers when you’re hungry and don’t wanna leave! |
Location 1279 S. Kihei Rd., Kihei & Makena |
Phone 808-874-8226? |
Web http://www.jawzfishtacos.com/ |
Price Inexpensive |
Seafire Snorkeling Adventures
Posted on 22. Feb, 2010 by Mark.
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| Summary Small Molokini charters. |
Location Kihei Boat Ramp |
Phone 808-879-2201 |
Web http://molokinisnorkeling.com |
Price $45 – $55 |
Kama'ole Beach Park (I, II, III & Charley Young)
Posted on 11. Jun, 2009 by lilikoi.
Kama'ole Beach views are outstanding
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In a nutshell: Kama’ole is a very popular set of beaches for locals and visitors. Beautiful, long, 1.5 mile sandy beaches with incredible views of Molokini, Kaho’olawe and Lana’i islands. Kam III has one of the most regular South Maui shorebreaks for boogie-boarding. Snorkeling opportunities are plentiful. Full facilities and family friendly.…
Continue ReadingMakena Little Beach
Posted on 20. Jun, 2009 by lilikoi.
Little Beach
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In a nutshell: Little Beach is where you go if you want to get nude with a bunch of other people. A beautiful beach, but gets crowded.
Minuses: Gawkers and creepy perverts are also attracted to this beach.
Sound-bite: “oowwwww…I forgot to apply sunscreen there!”
DETAILS:
The draw for most visitors here is nudity. While public nudity is technically illegal in…
‘Ahihi Bay & Waiala Cove
Posted on 02. Jul, 2009 by Mark.
‘Ahihi Bay meets the road
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In a nutshell: ‘Ahihi Bay’s Waiala Cove is an excellent place for beginner to intermediate snorkelers, SCUBA and kayaking.
Minuses: Rocky & no sand.
Sound-bite: “Eh, Brah – don’t stand up!”
DETAILS:
Typically called ‘Ahihi Bay (or even Ahi Bay by mistaken visitors), Waiala Cove is a small semi-protected cove of the overall much larger ‘Ahihi Bay.…
Honua’ula Luau aka Wailea Marriott Luau
Posted on 02. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
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| Summary Great food, and great bar. Show is fairly good, setting practically on the beach, and this is a great option if you don’t want to drive to West Maui. |
Location 3700 Wailea Alanui Dr, Wailea |
Phone 808-875-7710 |
Web http://www.honuaula-luau.com/ |
Price $85-$110 (children about half that) |
Hilo Hattie
Posted on 03. Dec, 2009 by Mark.
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| Summary Hawaiian clothing, gifts & souvenirs. |
Location Lahaina & Kihei |
Phone 808-667-7911 808-875-4545 |
Web http://www.hilohattie.com/ |
Price Mid-range |
Hawaiian Moons Natural Foods
Posted on 26. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
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| Summary The only natural foods market in South Maui. Fair selection, but expensive – definitely a convenience store. |
Location 2411 S. Kihei Road |
Phone 808-875-4356 |
Web http://www.hawaiianmoons.com |
Price Premium priced |
elleair Maui Golf Club
Posted on 08. Mar, 2010 by Mark.
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| Summary Summary: 18 hole regulation | 71 par | 6,801 yards | 73.2 USGA | 135 slope | Driving Range | GPS |
Location 1345 Piilani Hwy, Kihei |
Phone 808-874-0777 |
Web http://www.elleairmauigolfclub.com |
Price $95 – $120 |
One'uli Black Sand Beach (aka Naupaka Beach)
Posted on 22. Jun, 2009 by lilikoi.
Oneuli Black Sand Beach in Makena
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In a nutshell: Oneuli Black Sand Beach is an excellent beach for snorkeling and launching a kayak. It is also packed full of educational value for naturalists & geology buffs.
Minuses: Not a good “basking-and-bathing” beach.
Sound-bite: “hey, what’s that rumbling sound?”
DETAILS:
Part of Makena State Park, One’uli is found on the Wailea side of the…
The Sports Page Grill & Bar
Posted on 30. Nov, 2009 by Mark.
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| Summary Sports bar in South Maui |
Location 2411 S. Kihei Rd., Kihei |
Phone 808-879-0602 |
Web |
Price $5-20 |
Boss Frog’s Dive & Surf
Posted on 30. Nov, 2009 by Mark.
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| Summary Snorkel * dive gear rentals; activity resale |
Location 8 stores, South & West |
Phone 808-661-3333 |
Web http://www.bossfrog.com/ |
Price $9 on up |
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 |
Kihei Rent-A-Car
Posted on 07. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary Cars from the past few years. Small mom & pop joint. |
Location 96 Kio Loop, Kihei |
Phone 808-879-7257 |
Web http://www.kiheirentacar.com/ |
Price varies |
Maui Classic Cruisers
Posted on 07. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary Classic car rentals |
Location 330 Ohukai Rd, Kihei |
Phone 808-891-2474 |
Web http://www.mauiclassiccars.com/ |
Price $325-$500/day |
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 |
Times Supermarket (was Star Market)
Posted on 26. Jan, 2010 by Mark.
| Summary Conventional ling time O’ahu chain of supermarkets recently bought Star Markets. |
Location Kihei & Ka’anapali |
Phone See Details |
Web http://timessupermarkets.com |
Makena Golf Course
Posted on 07. Mar, 2010 by Mark.
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| Summary 18 hole regulation | 72 par | 6,914 yards | 73.6 USGA | 138 slope | Driving Range | GPS |
Location 5415 Makena Alanui, Makena |
Phone 808-891-4000 |
Web http://makenagolf.com |
Price $59 – $149 |
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