Paradise Found in Maui BlogAloha Everyone! I've added a site blog to the website! You now have a way to keep up to date on any additions or changes to the site! Also, this blog will occasionally hi-lite some of our favourite past Maui adventures just in case you missed them the first time! And.... I'll use the blog to let you know about any interesting Maui news that I've come across! Don't miss anything - subscribe to the Paradise Found in Maui blog! It's easy - just check out the "subscribe to this site" box - it's located on the left side of this page, under the navigation bar buttons! If you need some help, just click on the "?" for more details!
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Car Rental in Maui: Should You Drive to Hana via the Southern Route?This is one trip that a lot of folks getting a car rental in Maui would like to make part of their Maui, Hi vacation. Read about our experience to help you decide if this trip is worth the risk... Airfare to Maui Hawaii: Money SavingTips for the Average TravelerAre you the kind of person who wants to save money on your airfare to Maui Hawaii? These great tips are perfect for the average person who wants to save money without waiting for last minute deals! A Car Rental in Maui is a MUST!Are you trying to decide the best way to get around Maui? Whenever I've been in Maui I've chosen to rent a car - if you're planning a trip there, find out why I think a car rental in Maui is so great! Permalink -- click for full blog post "A Car Rental in Maui is a MUST!" Maui Vacations: Resources to Help with Planning Your Next Trip to ParadiseMaui vacations take planning! Here is a selection of resources to help you get ready for your next Maui vacation. Maui Golf Courses: Wailea's Championship Gold, Emerald and Blue!Wailea's Maui golf courses have been ranked as among the best in North America. The Championship Gold, Emerald and Blue each have something different to offer to Maui golfers... Maui Travel Story ContestShare YOUR Maui travel story here for a chance to win a $20 gift certificate to Amazon.com! Entering our contest is super easy, so why not give it a try? Want to check out the competition? Check out the contest entries from other visitors here.. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Maui Travel Story Contest" The Great Whale Count has been Re-Scheduled!As you may recall, the Great Whale Count was supposed to take place this past Saturday... Due to last weekend's tsunami scare, it has been re-scheduled for Saturday, March 6, 2010. Since some of the scheduled participants are visitors who will no longer be in Maui on the 6th, there may still be spots available! If you want to participate, contact the Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 856-8320. Have fun! Anyone Signed up for "Golf for the Whales?"This sounds like a great way for golfers to both enjoy a great round of golf AND help out the Pacific Whale Foundation! If you love to golf, and have the budget for this (it's a bit expensive), then why not participate?
When: March 6, 2010 If you want to participate, but haven't signed up yet, you'd better get on it! Registration closes at the end of the day on Thursday March 4th. To register, contact the Pacific Whale Foundation at 808-249-8811 or register on-line at www.active.com. Good luck to all who enter! iReveal Maui... This App Sounds Interesting!Have an iPhone? iPod Touch? iPad? If so, this app might be of interest to you. iReveal Maui's creators promise that their app will mean you will no longer need to use a traditional map or guidebook to get around Maui. For more info, check out their page in the itunes store here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ireveal-maui/id356900656 This product is brand new though, so there is not much available for reviews yet - I can't wait until more people try it so we can all see if it really IS better than a traditional map or guidebook! Hana, Maui Should NOT be Missed!Hana, Maui is not a typical tourist town. But that doesn't mean it's not well worth the trip to get there. We were amazed at the endless number of things to see and do... Permalink -- click for full blog post "Hana, Maui Should NOT be Missed!" Maui Whale Festival Event: The Great Whale Count!Sounds like a great way to spend a morning in Maui! Training is provided FREE by the Pacific Whale Foundation, and the best part: you get to see whales! For more details, check out the Maui Whale Festival Website here: http://www.mauiwhalefestival.org/?q=content/great-whale-count Maui Airport in Kahului: Handy Facts for TravelersIf you're landing at the busiest Maui airport (Kahului Airport), you'll want to know what to expect when you arrive. Here is everything you need to know... Permalink -- click for full blog post "Maui Airport in Kahului: Handy Facts for Travelers" Feast at Lele: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)Questions about the Feast at Lele? Get answers to the most common questions about this popular Maui luau here... Permalink -- click for full blog post "Feast at Lele: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)" The Old Lahaina Luau: The BEST LUAU EVER!!The Old Lahaina Luau was our favourite out of ALL the luau's we've ever been to! This is the ONLY luau that we've ever wanted to return to and see AGAIN! Permalink -- click for full blog post "The Old Lahaina Luau: The BEST LUAU EVER!!" VIP Whalewatch from Pacific Whale FoundationI wish I were in Maui to go on this one! It should be especially interesting because it will be led by Greg Kaufman, president and founder of the Pacific Whale Foundation. For more information, call 808-249-8811 or visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org Maui's Whale Day is Coming Up!This event sounds awesome! Music, great food, a craft fair, activities for kids, and a parade! There will also be educational displays where you can learn a lot about Maui's whales.
When: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on February 20th Maui Whale Festival Event: Parade of WhalesAre you a kid at heart? This kick-off to Maui's Whale Day celebrations will be the perfect way to spend an hour on Saturday morning!
When: 9-10am on February 20th For more information, check out the Maui Whale Festival's website here: http://www.mauiwhalefestival.org/?q=content/great-maui-whale-festival-2010-events Golf in Maui at the Royal Kaanapali and Kaanapali Kai!If you want to golf in Maui, the recently renovated Kaanapali Kai and Royal Kaanapali courses are a popular choice. Find out everything you need to know about these breathtaking courses to decide… Permalink -- click for full blog post "Golf in Maui at the Royal Kaanapali and Kaanapali Kai!" Maui Whale Festival Event: "Laugh at the Park: Sustainable Dinner and Comedy Show"Everyone needs a good laugh, and this event sounds like it will be FULL of them! Participants will enjoy a comedy show, dinner, and live music in Kalama Park from 6-9pm on Friday February 19. If this sounds like something you'd like to do, you'll need to reserve your spot in advance! Call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1 or go to www.mauiwhalefestival.org for ticket prices and other info. More Maui Whale Festival Events!These events all take place tomorrow, February 14th. I would LOVE to participate in some of these events. 1) The first event is a "Whale Photo Safari." Participants will get tips from expert wildlife photographers on how to get the very best photos on your whale-watching adventures. Any whale photos that I've taken in the past have never quite captured the magic of the moment so I could definitely use some tips from the experts! (you can see my whale photos near the end of this article about our daytrip to the Island of Lanai) 2) This next workshop, entitled "The Delicate Art of Watching Whales from Land" will help you better spot those sometimes elusive whales without having to hop on a boat! 3) Last, but not least, is the "VIP Whalewatch with International Experts!" If you don't see whales, you get a coupon that allows you go again for free. For more details on the above events, check out the Whale Festival's website here: http://www.mauiwhalefestival.org/?q=content/great-maui-whale-festival-2010-events Whale Festival Event: "Wild and Scenic Film Festival"
Where: The Westin Maui in the Kaanapali Beach Resort (2365 Kaanapali Parkway) Tickets are $10 per person, or, if you order in advance it's "buy one get one free!" For reservations, call (808) 249-8811 or 1-800-942-5311. You can also order online at www.pacificwhale.org. Hawaii Superferry Might be Revived?The previous Superferry was shut down in March of 2009 due to environmental concerns. But Hawaii's state lawmakers are looking into the possibility of reviving the Superferry service. This is sure to be controversial... it will be interesting to see how far this goes! A Profile of Whaler's VillageIf you're planning a Maui vacation, Whaler's Village is one of those places that tends to get mentioned a lot. But is it worth the trip?... Permalink -- click for full blog post "A Profile of Whaler's Village" FREE Whale Festival Symposium on Protecting & Saving WhalesThis event sounds interesting! It takes place on Saturday, February 13 at the Westin Maui Resort and Spa in Kaanapali. Time: 9am, noon, 1:45pm, and 4:30pm For more information, go to: http://www.mauiwhalefestival.org/?q=content/great-maui-whale-festival-2010-events Whale Festival Event: "Run for the Whales" on February 6thIf you're not a runner, but you'd still like to participate, don't despair! Organizers also offer a "Walk for the Whales" option! And of course there's always the option of being a mere spectator!
Racing Options: Entry fees apply, but you'll be treated to a post-race breakfast, AND, monies raised will help fund marine education programs for Maui children. For more information, go to the Whale Festival website here: http://www.mauiwhalefestival.org/?q=content/run-whales FREE Whale Festival Event: "Living with Whales Down Under"If I were in Maui right now, I'd be wanting to check out this presentation for sure! The founder and president of the Pacific Whale Foundation, Greg Kaufman, will be giving a presentation about his experiences with whales in the South Pacific. This event takes place at the Wailea Marriot Hotel at 6 p.m. on February 6th. Seating is limited, so reservations are recommended. Call 1-808-249-8811 ext. 1 to reserve your spot! Maui's Sugar Cane TrainI think the Sugar Cane Train would make a great addition to a Maui family vacation. Get answers to your Sugar Cane Train frequently asked questions here... Permalink -- click for full blog post "Maui's Sugar Cane Train" 2010 Maui Whale Festival Begins Today!This year's Maui Whale Festival, hosted by the Pacific Whale Foundation, will run from February 1 - March 6. For more information on the festival, you can check out their website (www.mauiwhalefestival.org) or call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1 Oheo Gulch (The Seven Sacred Pools): A Happy Accident!We ended up at Oheo Gulch (Seven Sacred Pools) purely by accident - but what a wonderful accident it turned out to be! The pools and waterfalls here were one of the highlights of our Maui vacation... Permalink -- click for full blog post "Oheo Gulch (The Seven Sacred Pools): A Happy Accident!" My Surprise Maui VacationMy husband surprised me by taking me to Maui!! I couldn't believe it! We took the Road to Hana, watched the sunrise over the clouds on top of a Permalink -- click for full blog post "My Surprise Maui Vacation"
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