Maui Journey

Maui Bike Tour

Are you tired of doing bus tours? Do you prefer to see Maui in a way that actually allows you to move around? Then try a Maui bike tour.

The Friezners have been living in Maui over the last 30 years. During that time, they have spent lots of their time biking around the island. In fact, the Friezners have even won the bicycling championship in Hawaii twice. Besides biking for their own leisure, the Friezners are also the owners of a biking tour company on the island of Maui. They offer a couple of different bike tours for Maui travelers. So you can pick the bike tour that sounds most appealing to you and let the Friezners show you around Maui on a bike.

When you do a bike tour in Maui, you can feel the gentle breeze on your face as you ride around. Instead of feeling your legs all cramped up on a bus tour, you get to feel free and alive on your bike. Plus you not only get to see Maui’s beautiful sights, but you also get to really feel it as you go on your bike tour.

When you tour with the Friezners, you do not have to worry about bringing anything. They have all of the biking essentials for you. They give you gloves, a helmet, maps, a backpack and windbreakers to wear during your biking tour on Maui. Plus they provide you with the transportation to get to your biking spot. So you only have to worry about pedaling!

Feel Da Rush

On the island of Maui, inclement weather is not enough to stop surfers from hanging ten. That is because the surfers can simply move their surfing to Da Rush—a wave pool that can be found in Kihei. Since Da Rush is man-made, the surfing conditions are always perfect. That means every day is a good surfing day at Da Rush.

At Da Rush, surfers of all levels and ages are welcome to come for hours of surfing fun. It is not uncommon to see a grandparent with a young kid surfing at Da Rush. Nor is it uncommon for an experienced surfer to visit Da Rush on the days when there aren’t good enough waves in the Maui beaches.

If you are a surfing newbie, then Da Rush is a safe environment for you to rehearse your newfound surfing skills. Plus the staff members are very helpful to new surfers. They can give you some useful pointers when it comes to learning how to properly do things like mount a surfboard. So you will be able to surf like a pro in no time.

When learning to surf at Da Rush, you do not have to worry about getting hurt. If you happen to fall down while surfing, the padding that is used at Da Rush will prevent you from having to suffer from any type of bodily injuries from your fall. So you can leave your fears at home, and just enjoy your day of learning how to surf at Da Rush.

Maui Pineapple Tour

Have you ever been on a Pineapple Tour? If you have never toured a pineapple field before in your life, then the place to do it is on the Maui island. Actually, it might just be your only chance, because the Maui Pineapple Tour prides itself on being the only tour of its kind in the United States.

The pineapple field that is there for you to explore on the Maui Pineapple Tour is a fully operating pineapple plant. That means during your Maui Pineapple Tour, you will be able to see the workers of the pineapple field use their great cultivation techniques. However, don’t just simply learn about the various pineapple farming stages. Taste it! The Maui Pineapple Tour invites you to taste the pineapple during its many stages of farming. Furthermore, they will provide you with a fresh pineapple to take home as a souvenir.

Recently, the Maui Pineapple Tour added the option for you to have lunch during your time on the pineapple fields. To begin with, choosing the lunch option will reward you with an interesting pineapple lemonade drink when you first arrive for the Maui Pineapple Tour. The pineapple lemonade drink is sure to give you a quick burst of energy upon your arrival. For your main entrée on the pineapple fields, you get to pick either a chicken salad made in an Asian style, or a fish sandwich made from the freshest fish. For your dessert, the Maui Pineapple Tour will give you a sandwich made out of shortbread cookies, pineapple jam, and vanilla ice cream.

Tips for Driving in Maui

People who visit Maui usually navigate the island via a rental car. That is because having a car while in Maui makes it much easier for you to go wherever it is that you want to go to on the island. However, in order for your Maui vacation to go over smoothly, you must first learn some of the rules of the Maui roads.

First things first, always try to be kind and considerate towards the other drivers on the road. That means do not drive aggressively, and do try to allow others to merge and turn when they need to do so. It is the polite thing to do, and it is in keeping with the Aloha Spirit that is so popular in Maui.

The thing to always remember while driving in Maui is that many of the other cars on the road belongs to other tourists. What does that mean for you and how you should drive in Maui? It means that many of the drivers have a tendency to get lost. So don’t follow too closely with your car. The lost driver might make sudden stops and turns that could really affect you if you have a tendency to tailgate.

When in Maui for the first time, it is understandable for you to want to drive slowly to take in all of the gorgeous sights. However, please fight the urge to do so because it holds up traffic. If there is something that catches your eye, go ahead and pull over. It will make everyone on the Maui roads happier.

Maui Hyatt Luau

Attending a luau is something that everyone who comes to Maui must experience before the end of their trip. It is something that is very representative of the Hawaiian culture. Therefore, a trip to Maui without a luau attendance would be incomplete.

On the island of Maui, there are a number of luaus for you to attend. One of which is the Maui Hyatt Luau. Where is the Maui Hyatt Luau held? It takes place at the glorious Kaanapali Beach.

When you arrive at the Maui Hyatt Luau, you will get an official Hawaiian greeting in the form of a lei. The females will get the ones made of flowers, and the males will get the ones made of shells. After you have accepted your lei, you can enjoy either a Mai Tai drink or a fruit punch. In fact, you can have as many Mai Tais as you want throughout the evening of the luau. That is because the luau comes with an open bar.

At the Maui Hyatt Luau, you can expect an endless amount of music and dancing. There are even lessons for hula dancing for those who are interested in learning. Plus there is the opportunity for you to climb a coconut tree.

Unique to the Maui Hyatt Luau is the fashion show. Everything is in Polynesian style, and very exotic. So chances are that you have never seen anything like it on the mainland.

Besides the entertainment, the food is also very important at a luau. Enjoy the Kalua Pig. It is cooked in a real Imu Pit.

Maui Paragliding

Do you wish for a powerless flight experience? How about having one in Maui? The instructors at Proflyght Paragliding will see to it that your powerless flight wish come true.

In Maui, paragliding is a possibility every single day. That is because the weather is almost always as perfect as can be. Plus the lush scenery makes paragliding especially joyful.

Do you need certification in paragliding to fly in Maui? Not if you go along for a tandem flight with one of Proflyght Paragliding’s instructor. They don’t even have any restrictions in regards to age for their tandem paragliding.

Are there any types of restriction in place at Proflyght Paragliding? You can only weigh a maximum of 230 pounds. Also, you must have the ability to run.

How much does it cost to do a tandem paragliding flight in Maui with Proflyght Paragliding? That depends on how long you plan on flying and how high up you want to go. A flight that goes as high as 3000 feet will provide you with approximately 15 minutes of flight time, and it would cost you $185. The flight that is at 1000 feet can give you up to about five minutes of powerless flight time, and is priced at $95 a flight.

So what do you have to do during the tandem paragliding flight? Just in case you were wondering, you do not have to leap off of a cliff to paraglide. You only need to do some running from a high enough point on the hill. That will be enough to get you soaring.

Four Winds II Snorkeling Cruise

Trying to snorkel for the first time while vacationing on the island of Maui? Try a snorkel cruise. Not only will the cruise take you to a beautiful snorkeling spot in Maui, but the crew members will actually do everything they can to help you master the sport of snorkeling.

There are many snorkeling cruises for you to choose from in Maui. Yet the Four Winds II snorkel cruise manages to stand out. Onboard the Four Winds II cruise ships, you are able to actually view the sea creatures as they swim about. This is particularly great if you have someone in your party who is not quite ready to give snorkeling a chance. It allows them to feel like they are somewhat a part of the underwater action.

The Four Winds II cruise ship does two voyages a day. The morning voyage requires you to arrive at 7 am. Once on the ship, you will be treated to a continental breakfast that includes fresh bagels amongst other things. The ship will take you to Molokini, where you can have fun snorkeling. Are you in need of some extra help with snorkeling? Get some instructions from the crew members onboard. Want something to eat after snorkeling at Molokini? Enjoy Four Winds II deluxe barbecue lunch.

Want a real snorkeling bargain in Maui? Do the snorkeling cruise in the afternoon. If you book in advance for the afternoon cruise, it is only $35.95 per adult. Want the optional barbecue lunch? It is only $7 more.

Pride of Maui’s Valentines Sunset Cruise

Spending Valentine’s Day in Maui? Are you in need of finding a special date idea to impress your Valentine? How about a sunset cruise that was designed just for Valentine’s Day? It is an event that takes place on Pride of Maui’s cruise line.

For the cruise, you and your date are to check in at 4:30 pm. Check in is going to be at Maalaea Harbor. So make sure you are there in time. The ship will depart at 5 pm, and will return at 7 pm. That means you will have two hours onboard the ship.

The upper deck of Pride of Maui’s ship is more than 1500 square feet in size. That means you can easily find a good spot for you and your Valentine to enjoy the unobstructed view onboard. As if that is not enough, Pride of Maui will help to set the mood even further by offering you the musical talent of Mitch Kepa.

What is a Valentine’s date without delicious food? Pride of Maui understands the importance of having good food to impress your date. That is why they give you a magnificent Valentine’s Day menu that is put together by their head chef, Kelley. Everything is freshly cooked onboard. There are steaks, jumbo prawns, and strawberries dipped in chocolate. Plus there is an open bar for the two of you to indulge in. If you think the Valentines Sunset Cruise from Pride of Maui is right for you and your date, then you should buy tickets soon.

Get a Little Muddy at Kahoma Ranch

"The all terrain vehicles that are used on the tour can each accommodate two people. "

Interested in having fun, and not afraid to get a little dirty in the process? Then be sure to visit Maui’s Kahoma Ranch. It is the place to go to for Maui’s most popular ATV tour.

An ATV is an all terrain vehicle that is capable of driving on dirt roads. The ride is rather bumpy, and you can expect to get more than a little muddy. So be sure to pack a change of clothes if you are going to do the ATV tour at Kahoma Ranch.

While on the ATV tour, you are going to make a handful of stops along the way. This is to allow you some time to take pictures that are going to look great in your photo album or scrapbook at home. Also, at one particular stop on the tour, you are going to hike a short distance to get to an awesome cliff lookout. The hike to the lookout will reward you with a mesmerizing view of Kahoma Valley’s lush landscape.

The all terrain vehicles that are used on the tour can each accommodate two people. If you are going on the tour with a partner, you can easily switch back and forth between being a driver and a passenger. Just make sure to wait until the designated stops before making the switch.

At the Kahoma Ranch, you have two different tours to pick from. You can choose to go on an ATV tour only, or you can do the ATV and waterslide combo tour. Just don’t forget to bring a swimsuit if you are picking the waterslide option.

Watch the Sunrise at Haleakala National Park

If you like waking up early in the morning to see the sunrise, then you are going to fall in love with Haleakala National Park. The sunrise there truly is top notch. You get to stand at the top of the mountain, and feel like you are amongst the rolling clouds. The scenery there is what you would simply describe as a type of heavenly beauty.

In order to have the best possible time at Haleakala National Park, I would advise you to do a little bit of preparation beforehand. Start by making sure that you actually know your way to the park. Look over the maps, and setup the navigation system ahead of time. Also, get plenty of fuel for both your car and your body. It is going to be hard for you to find gas and food once you are already inside the park. So make the necessary food and gas purchases, prior to driving to Haleakala National Park.

Before you take off, make sure you know what time the sun is going to be rising for the day. Then be sure to give yourself plenty of time to drive to the park. The drive can be somewhat difficult, if dawn has yet to arrive. So try not to put yourself in a situation where you would have to speed up in order to get to the park in time for the sunrise. You want to be able to take your time, and actually enjoy the drive there. Plus driving at a slower pace is a lot safer for you and the other people on the road.

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