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Big Beach

Rating: 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] Video credit: filmed by my buddy Everett Peacock DETAILS: One of …

Hamoa Beach

Rating: In a nutshell: A beautiful crescent beach with a reliable surf break. Minuses: Currents can be strong. Sound-bite: “Am I sticking out too far in the road?” Summary This beach is often ranked up there with the famous beaches in the resort areas of Maui, and deservingly so. A postcard-perfect 100′ wide by 1000′ long crescent. Hamoa Beach is …

Beachfront Bliss

Amenities: | Fully Equipped Kitchen | Direct Beachfront | Ocean Views | Sunset Views | Central A/C | Dishwasher | Lawns & Gardens | HDTV | Cable | WiFi | BBQ | Washer/Dryer | Free Parking | Towels & Linens | Beach Accessories | Walk to Restaurants & Shops | Summary Direct beachfront unit in very small (12 unit total) …

Wailea Ekolu 507

Amenities: | Fully Equipped Kitchen | Ocean views | Sunset views | Neighbor island views | Mountain views | 2 Lanais | A/C | Dishwasher | Lawns & Gardens | 2 Pools | Golf Course | 2 TVs | Premium Cable | WiFi | Phone | BBQ | Washer/Dryer | Free Parking | Towels & Linens | Beach Accessories | …

Wailea Beach

Rating: In a nutshell: Consistently rated one of the world’s best beaches. Minuses: Crowded with resort guests and their accouterments. Sound-bite: “Hey, is that Paris Hilton?” DETAILS: Wailea Beach is unquestionably a study in beach perfection, and if you don’t mind a resort vibe (and a crowd to go with it) this is a truly outstanding beach. The beach is …

Should I Stay on Maui’s North Shore?

Do any of these describe you? – Usually active on vacation – Plan on seeing it all – Love hiking, waterfalls & adventure – Prefer being closer to nature – Seek authenticity in travel – Plan lots of surfing/windsurf/kiteboard – Escape touristy hustle and bustle – Enjoy experiencing how people are living alternative/green/natural lifestyles – Like to get away from …

Kama’ole Beach Park

Rating: 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. Minuses: Kam III is crowded on weekends …

Maui Kaanapali Villas 156

Amenities: | On Kahekili Beach | Kitchen | BBQs | A/C | Ceiling Fan | Cable | Internet | Netflix | DVD | Movie & Music Library | Beach Accessories | Two Pools | Two Hot Tubs | Gym | Restaurant | Laundry Facility | Parking | Towels & Linens | Summary: Remodeled, furnished and tastefully decorated in a “little …

Maui Kaanapali Villas 162

Amenities: | On Kahekili Beach | Kitchen | BBQs | A/C | Ceiling Fan | Cable | Internet | Netflix | DVD | Movie & Music Library | Beach Accessories | Two Pools | Two Hot Tubs | Gym | Restaurant | Laundry Facility | Parking | Towels & Linens | Summary: Warmly welcoming, exquisitely remodeled, furnished and tastefully decorated. …

Baldwin Beach Park

Rating: In a nutshell: Baldwin Beach Park is a beautiful, long white-sand beach on Maui’s North Shore. A favorite with local families. Minuses: Surf in the middle area can be rough. Sound-bite: “Gnarly wipeout, brah…I know a good chiropractor in Paia!” DETAILS: Baldwin Beach is a wonderful, long, wide, sandy beach park just outside of Paia. Fully equipped with lifeguards, …

D.T. Fleming Beach Park

Rating: In a nutshell: Long, sandy sometimes crowded beach backed by ironwood trees. Minuses: Crowded on weekends. Afternoons can be very windy. Sound-bite: “…fantastic place to just set up some chairs and watch…” QUICK SUMMARY: Long, sandy sometimes crowded beach backed by ironwoods (read: shade) and full facilities. Next to Kapalua resort and the Ritz Carlton. This world-class beach is …

Keawakapu Beach

Rating: In a nutshell: A much loved long sandy beach at the end of South Kihei Road. Minuses: On very windy days can get sandblasting in the afternoons. Sound-bite: “Beware the forbidden cove!” Summary: .7 mile long sandy beach, runs to the end of Kihei, where the road departs from the shoreline. Good for swimming, laying out, boogie boarding, snorkeling …