Guidebook for Wailea-Makena

Rebecca
Guidebook for Wailea-Makena

Food Scene (near my condo)

Here's a list of restaurants that are close to the condo (max 10 minute drive and many are within walking distance).
Hands down, one of the the best places to go while in Maui. Known worldwide for their Mai-tais, but the food is incredible. We walk here through via the Residence Inn parking lot. The service is second to none.
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Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman
10 Wailea Gateway Pl
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Hands down, one of the the best places to go while in Maui. Known worldwide for their Mai-tais, but the food is incredible. We walk here through via the Residence Inn parking lot. The service is second to none.
THE best Italian food in Maui, and a literal 5 minute walk from my condo. Fantastic wine list!
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Matteo's Osteria
161 Wailea Ike Pl
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THE best Italian food in Maui, and a literal 5 minute walk from my condo. Fantastic wine list!
Guy Fieri endorsed and absolutely worth the wait.
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Miso Phat Sushi
4310 Lower Honoapiilani Rd
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Guy Fieri endorsed and absolutely worth the wait.
Located at the Fairmont resort, lovely for dinner, pretty views facing the ocean.
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Nick's Fishmarket Maui
4100 Wailea Alanui Dr
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Located at the Fairmont resort, lovely for dinner, pretty views facing the ocean.
Where the locals go to get the best pies. Every different type of pie! Come in for a small pie or stay for a slice of pie and a coffee.
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Maui Pie
1280 S Kihei Rd
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Where the locals go to get the best pies. Every different type of pie! Come in for a small pie or stay for a slice of pie and a coffee.
High end sushi and Japanese restaurant at the Andaz Resort.
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Morimoto Maui
3550 Wailea Alanui Drive
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High end sushi and Japanese restaurant at the Andaz Resort.
Ocean view restaurant and bar located at the Four Seasons in Wailea.
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Ferraro's Bar e Ristorante
3900 Wailea Alanui Dr
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Ocean view restaurant and bar located at the Four Seasons in Wailea.
Beautiful location with lovely views from the bar and restaurant, great wine list. Reservations highly recommended.
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The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea
555 Kaukahi St
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Beautiful location with lovely views from the bar and restaurant, great wine list. Reservations highly recommended.
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Coconut's Fish Cafe
1279 S Kihei Rd
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Top Chef Sheldon Simeon's second restaurant. Reservations recommended. Chef Simeon is often here and is gracious enough to pose for photos when he's not busy.
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Lineage
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Top Chef Sheldon Simeon's second restaurant. Reservations recommended. Chef Simeon is often here and is gracious enough to pose for photos when he's not busy.
Just a short walk to the Shops at Wailea.
Honolulu Coffee Wailea
Just a short walk to the Shops at Wailea.
The best ice cream, just a short walk to the Shops at Wailea.
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Lappert's Hawaii
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
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The best ice cream, just a short walk to the Shops at Wailea.
Located at the Marriott Resort - about a 15 minute walk from the condo. Grab a coffee then do the resort beach walk. (I don't know why there's a photo of sushi here - Starbucks doesn't sell sushi)
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Starbucks
1819 S Kihei Rd
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Located at the Marriott Resort - about a 15 minute walk from the condo. Grab a coffee then do the resort beach walk. (I don't know why there's a photo of sushi here - Starbucks doesn't sell sushi)
Tour the sustainable brewery and have a meal paired with your favorite beer.
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Maui Brewing Company
605 Lipoa Pkwy
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Tour the sustainable brewery and have a meal paired with your favorite beer.
Short drive or walk from the condo.
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Ruth's Chris Steak House
900 Front Street
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Short drive or walk from the condo.
Short drive or walk from the condo
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Tommy Bahama Restaurant, Bar & Store
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
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Short drive or walk from the condo
A great place for prepared sandwiches or hot meals or sushi to go, wine, daily staples (toiletries, drinks, cereal, spices) and a coffee shop.
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Island Gourmet Markets at The Shops of Wailea
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
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A great place for prepared sandwiches or hot meals or sushi to go, wine, daily staples (toiletries, drinks, cereal, spices) and a coffee shop.
At the shops at Wailea.
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Longhi's Wailea
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
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At the shops at Wailea.
Alongside the Wailea Golf Club's Blue Course.
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Mulligans on the Blue
100 Kaukahi St
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Alongside the Wailea Golf Club's Blue Course.
On the Wailea golf course, features great happy hours and live music (call or check out the website for details and reservations).
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Gannon's
100 Wailea Golf Club Dr
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On the Wailea golf course, features great happy hours and live music (call or check out the website for details and reservations).
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Nalu's South Shore Grill
1280 S Kihei Rd
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Great breakfast and lunch
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Kihei Caffe
1945 S Kihei Rd
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Great breakfast and lunch
Reservations recommended
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Sushi Paradise
1215 S Kihei Rd
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Reservations recommended
Fast casual dining, fresh salads, sandwiches, soups and juices.
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Fork and Salad Maui
1279 S Kihei Rd
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Fast casual dining, fresh salads, sandwiches, soups and juices.
Roy Yamamoto, Steven Tyler and Shep Gordon opened this gem around 2017-2018. Fantastic views and food. Located at the Marriott in Wailea.
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Humble Market Kitchin
3700 Wailea Alanui Dr
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Roy Yamamoto, Steven Tyler and Shep Gordon opened this gem around 2017-2018. Fantastic views and food. Located at the Marriott in Wailea.
Amazing local coffee shop with delicious breakfasts, just a short 5-8 minute walk from the condo.
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Akamai Coffee @ Wailea Village
116 Wailea Ike Dr
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Amazing local coffee shop with delicious breakfasts, just a short 5-8 minute walk from the condo.
Located at the Shops at Wailea, great local and American food with a huge beer, wine and cocktail selection. It's also a place where Ohio State Buckeyes fans gather during college football season.
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The Pint & Cork
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
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Located at the Shops at Wailea, great local and American food with a huge beer, wine and cocktail selection. It's also a place where Ohio State Buckeyes fans gather during college football season.
Pizza with a view of the golf course and ocean. Great for families.
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Manoli's Pizza Company
100 Wailea Ike Dr
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Pizza with a view of the golf course and ocean. Great for families.
We love this place (located at the Marriott, next to the regular pool). It has great ocean views, drinks and food.
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Kapa Bar & Grill
3700 Wailea Alanui Dr
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We love this place (located at the Marriott, next to the regular pool). It has great ocean views, drinks and food.
Located at the Four Seasons, this steakhouse is a must if you love fine dining. Make sure to book a reservation.
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Duo Steak & Seafood
3900 Wailea Alanui Dr
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Located at the Four Seasons, this steakhouse is a must if you love fine dining. Make sure to book a reservation.
I mean, it's Spago. Can't go wrong. Located at the Four Seasons.
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Spago
3900 Wailea Alanui Dr
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I mean, it's Spago. Can't go wrong. Located at the Four Seasons.
Great place to pick up an over the counter lunch, this market features all of the essentials, a great wine selections, gifts and espresso/gelato bar.
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Island Gourmet Markets at The Shops of Wailea
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
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Great place to pick up an over the counter lunch, this market features all of the essentials, a great wine selections, gifts and espresso/gelato bar.
A local favorite just a short drive or medium walk (15 mins) from the condo.
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Pita Paradise
34 Wailea Ike Dr
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A local favorite just a short drive or medium walk (15 mins) from the condo.
Mexican food! Close to the condo.
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La Catrina Cantina Y Pizzeria
34 Wailea Gateway Pl
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Mexican food! Close to the condo.
Recommended by guests who have stayed at my condo.
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Nutcharee's Authentic Thai Food
1280 S Kihei Rd
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Recommended by guests who have stayed at my condo.
Sushi & Japanese/French Fusion Restaurant now in Wailea!
Oao - Sushi Bar & Grill at Wailea
Sushi & Japanese/French Fusion Restaurant now in Wailea!
Easygoing locale specializing in health-conscious fare including acai bowls & kombucha.
Brekkie Bowls
Easygoing locale specializing in health-conscious fare including acai bowls & kombucha.
Reeser Str. 106, 46446 Emmerich am Rhein, Tyskland
Izakaya and Sushibar.

Restaurants on the Island (Worth Driving to)

There are some wonderful restaurants on other areas of the island that have amazing food, and most have fantastic views.
Reminiscent of old Hawaii. Reservations highly recommended; arrive early and wait for a table closest to the ocean.
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Mama's Fish House
799 Poho Pl
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Reminiscent of old Hawaii. Reservations highly recommended; arrive early and wait for a table closest to the ocean.
CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE (DAMAGED IN LAHAINA FIRE) Located next door to Frida's in Lahaina, right on the water. Fantastic food and outdoor vibe.
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Star Noodle
1285 Front Street
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CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE (DAMAGED IN LAHAINA FIRE) Located next door to Frida's in Lahaina, right on the water. Fantastic food and outdoor vibe.
The Denny's of Hawaii, with authentic food - order hot, creme-filled malasadas for dessert.
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Zippy's Kahului
15 Ho'okele St
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The Denny's of Hawaii, with authentic food - order hot, creme-filled malasadas for dessert.
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The Mill House
1670 Honoapiilani Hwy
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At the Kapalua Golf Course
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The Plantation House
2000 Plantation Club Dr
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At the Kapalua Golf Course
Top Chef Sheldon Simeon's casual take-out restaurant. Recommend arriving when it opens. There are a few seats but otherwise this is great for take-out.
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Tin Roof
360 Papa Pl
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Top Chef Sheldon Simeon's casual take-out restaurant. Recommend arriving when it opens. There are a few seats but otherwise this is great for take-out.
Love coming here when hanging around Paia Haiku. Great for families too!
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Flatbread Company
89 Hana Hwy
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Love coming here when hanging around Paia Haiku. Great for families too!
Macadangdang Maui
2580 Kekaa Drive
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Japengo
200 Nohea Kai Dr
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Dine at the most breathtaking oceanfront setting in Kapalua Resort. Peter Merriman Chef/Restauranteur has brought his unique style of Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Maui. A pioneer in the “Farm to Table” concept, Peter serves only the freshest products, at least 90% of which are locally grown or caught, using only sustainable methods. Join us for a 3-course prix-fixe dinner on our open air lanai. Our aloha friendly staff will ensure that you have an extraordinary dining experience.
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Merrimans Kapalua
1 Bay Club Pl
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Dine at the most breathtaking oceanfront setting in Kapalua Resort. Peter Merriman Chef/Restauranteur has brought his unique style of Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Maui. A pioneer in the “Farm to Table” concept, Peter serves only the freshest products, at least 90% of which are locally grown or caught, using only sustainable methods. Join us for a 3-course prix-fixe dinner on our open air lanai. Our aloha friendly staff will ensure that you have an extraordinary dining experience.
Stunning view with chairs and picnic tables and great food items. Order some delicious Ocean Vodka drinks and food while enjoying gorgeous ocean views.
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Ocean Vodka Organic Farm and Distillery
4051 Omaopio Rd
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Stunning view with chairs and picnic tables and great food items. Order some delicious Ocean Vodka drinks and food while enjoying gorgeous ocean views.
Amazing Sushi in Haiku.
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Nuka
780 Haiku Rd
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Amazing Sushi in Haiku.

Hiking on Maui

There are many areas to explore on the island. Be sure to dress appropriately and bring water, a charged phone, sunscreen and bug spray.
Not too far from the condo, you can find some hidden beaches here. Much of it is volcanic rock so wear sturdy shoes. The wind can pick up in the afternoon, so it's best to arrive early.
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La Perouse Bay
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Not too far from the condo, you can find some hidden beaches here. Much of it is volcanic rock so wear sturdy shoes. The wind can pick up in the afternoon, so it's best to arrive early.
Lahaina Pali Trail - eastern half
Lahaina Pali Trail - eastern half
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Waihee Ridge Trail
Kahekili Highway
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Haleakalā National Park Summit Entrance
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Iao Needle State Monument
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Pipiwai Trail
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The Pools at 'Ohe'o
Pipiwai Trail
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Nakalele Blowhole
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Mahana Ridge Trail
5855 Lower Honoapiilani Rd
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Acid War Zone Trail
Ohai Trail

Stock Up Between the Airport and the Condo

Grocery stores and places to go to stock up on food/supplies before you get to the condo.
Close to the Maui airport. You'll need to bring your membership card to get into Costco.
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Costco Wholesale
540 Haleakala Hwy
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Close to the Maui airport. You'll need to bring your membership card to get into Costco.
Close to the Maui airport.
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Target
100 Ho'okele St
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Close to the Maui airport.
Tamura's Fine Wines & Liquors
91 E Lipoa St
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Walking distance from the condo, great selection of wines and some gourmet foods/snacks.
Wailea Wine
161 Wailea Ike Pl
Walking distance from the condo, great selection of wines and some gourmet foods/snacks.
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Safeway
1221 HI-30
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Foodland Kihei
1881 S Kihei Rd
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Close to the Maui airport.
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Walmart
101 Pakaula St
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Close to the Maui airport.
Close to the Maui airport.
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Whole Foods Market
70 E Kaahumanu Ave
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Close to the Maui airport.

Gear/Resources on the Island

Rent snorkel equipment/baby furniture, mo-peds, etc.
Walking distance from the condo
Snorkel Bob's Wailea
100 Wailea Ike Dr
Walking distance from the condo
Maui Moped and Scooter Rentals
2200 S Kihei Rd
Most people rent cars at the airport, but this is another option near the condo.
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Budget Car Rental
11 Halawai Drive
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Most people rent cars at the airport, but this is another option near the condo.
The course you can see from the lanai.
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Wailea Blue Golf Course
100 Wailea Ike Dr
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The course you can see from the lanai.
Walking distance from the condo.
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Wailea Tennis Club
131 Wailea Ike Pl
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Walking distance from the condo.
Reasonable rates, will drop off and pick up baby items at the condo for you.
Baby Furniture Rentals of Maui
2370 Puu Mala Place
Reasonable rates, will drop off and pick up baby items at the condo for you.
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The Grand Luau at Honua'ula
3850 Wailea Alanui Dr
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Great place for a luau
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Te Au Moana
3700 Wailea Alanui Dr
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Great place for a luau

Sightseeing on Maui

Rent a jeep and take a day trip around the island. Beautiful views and points of interest.
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Hana Highway
Hana Highway
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Rent a jeep and take a day trip around the island. Beautiful views and points of interest.
Take a ferry and spend the day exploring Lanai.
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Expeditions Maui-Lanai Ferry
658 Front St
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Take a ferry and spend the day exploring Lanai.
Maui Kayaks
Makena Alanui
Take the ferry from Lahaina to Lanai for some snorkeling, exploring or lunch at the Four Seasons.
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Lanai
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Take the ferry from Lahaina to Lanai for some snorkeling, exploring or lunch at the Four Seasons.
Book a snorkel trip to Molokini (which you can see from all Wailea beaches).
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Molokini-krateret
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Book a snorkel trip to Molokini (which you can see from all Wailea beaches).
A cool surfer town with lots of shops, restaurants and a relaxed vibe. About 40 minutes from the condo.
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Paia
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A cool surfer town with lots of shops, restaurants and a relaxed vibe. About 40 minutes from the condo.
Quaint cruise ship port town with restaurants, outlet stores, and tourists.
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Lahaina
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Quaint cruise ship port town with restaurants, outlet stores, and tourists.
Upscale shopping mall with outlet stores, restaurants and gift shops.
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The Shops at Wailea
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
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Upscale shopping mall with outlet stores, restaurants and gift shops.
Resort town with lots of hotels, beaches, and boat charters. Town center has restaurants and outlet shops.
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Kaanapali
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Resort town with lots of hotels, beaches, and boat charters. Town center has restaurants and outlet shops.
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D.T. Fleming Beach
Lower Honoapiilani Rd
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Slaughterhouse Beach
6501 Honoapiilani Hwy
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Kahekili Beach Park
65 Kai Ala Dr
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Baby Beach
1 Ala Moana St
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Hana Bay Beach Park
150 Keawa Pl
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Koki Beach Park
175 Haneoo Rd
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Great place for the family or anyone who loves marine life.
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Maui Ocean Center
192 Maalaea Rd
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Great place for the family or anyone who loves marine life.
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Koki Beach Park
175 Haneoo Rd
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Baldwin Beach Park
Baldwin Park
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Ukumehame Beach Park
615 Honoapiilani Hwy
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Maui Zipline Company
1670 Honoapiilani Hwy
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Olivine Pools
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Napili Bay Beach Trail
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Napili Bay
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Waihee Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge
Halewaiu Road
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Wailea Area Beaches/Snorkeling Spots

Local-area beaches for snorkeling and enjoying the warm water.
Free parking (arrive early to get a spot). Also about a 15-20 minute walk from the condo.
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Ulua Beach Park
Ulua Beach Road
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Free parking (arrive early to get a spot). Also about a 15-20 minute walk from the condo.
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Mōkapu Beach
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Wailea Beach
Wailea Alanui Dr
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Recommended for strong swimmers.
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Makena Big Beach
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Recommended for strong swimmers.
Clothing Optional. Must climb over small hill from Big Beach. Wear good shoes.
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Little Beach
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Clothing Optional. Must climb over small hill from Big Beach. Wear good shoes.
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Maluaka Beach
5400 Makena Alanui
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Makena Cove
6468 Makena Alanui
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Kamaole Beach Park I
75 Alanui Ke'ali'i
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Kamaole Beach Park II
South Kihei Road
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Polo Beach
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Palauea Beach
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Palauea Beach
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Po'olenalena Strandpark
95-63 Makena Alanui
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Chang's Beach
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Maluaka Beach
5400 Makena Alanui
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