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Paradise, Hawaiian Style

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  • by Travelwv
  • A July 2004 travel journal
  • Last Updated: April 2, 2005
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It is worth the price, as it's everything you have imagined and more!

Paradise, Hawaiian Style

Overview

You must see Old Lahaina and Molokini. If you have time, take the "Road to Hana." I rate it a so-so, but others in the party enjoyed it. I thought it was beautiful but long (about 6 to 8 hours) and boring. We flew over to Oahu for a day, rented a car, did the tour at Pearl Harbor (long, but worth it - go as early as possible), went to Dole Plantation (a little cheesy), and drove up to the North Shore.

Quick Tips:

If you go to Pearl Harbor, be there when it opens, as the line gets longer as the day goes on. If you are able, try the surfing lessons. My son had one-on-one instruction from a former pro-surfer for 2.5 hours. He was up on the first wave. (It was only .)

Best Way To Get Around:

Rent a car so you can go where you want to, when you want to. I would not use any other option. The roads are not crowded and you can stop anywhere. The night I arrived, I saw a police car at an accident (I found out the person died - local DUI) but hardly ever saw another.

Marriott Wailea Beach Resort & Spa

Hotel

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Wailea Marriott Resort

This was fantastic, breathtaking, and unbelievable! The staff was friendly, accommodating, and very pleasant. There was nothing we asked for that was not taken care of immediately. The activities staff helped us plan our off-site activities, which was very helpful.
  • Member Rating 5 out of 5 by Travelwv on April 2, 2005

Marriott Wailea Beach Resort & Spa
3700 Wailea Alanui Maui, Hawaii
(808) 879-1922

Maui Dining

Restaurant

Kimo's, Leilani's, Hula Grill

They have excellent food, great service, and fantastic views. If you get there before sunset, ask for seating near the water. The view is great, and have your camera ready for the spectacular sunsets.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by Travelwv on April 2, 2005

Maui Dining
Throughout Lahaina Maui, Hawaii

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

Restaurant

Bubba Gump Shrimp House

This is a fun place to eat, with decent food and friendly service. It's right on the water, and open windows do invite birds inside, so we had to shoo a couple away.
  • Member Rating 3 out of 5 by Travelwv on April 2, 2005

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
889 Front Street Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
+1 808 661 3111

Cheeseburger in Paradise

Restaurant

Cheeseburger in Paradise

I had the best cheeseburger I have ever eaten. I actually ate there twice during an 8-day stay. Eating at the same place twice while on vacation is rare for me, but it is that good. Fun place!
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by Travelwv on April 2, 2005

Cheeseburger in Paradise
811 Front St Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
+1 808 661 4855

Ruth's Chris Steakhouse

Restaurant

Ruth Chris Steak House

If you have never eaten at a Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, be prepared for the best cut of beef you have ever eaten. Everything is á la carte and expensive. For a party of three, it cost about $140. When you order, ask the waiter about splitting your salad; they do that regularly. The salad is really huge and enough for two people. Actually, most of there items are big enough to share.
  • Member Rating 5 out of 5 by Travelwv on April 2, 2005

Ruth's Chris Steakhouse
900 Front St Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
+1 808 661 8815

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Charleston, United States

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