Even those of us quarantined at home in Hawaii yearn to travel! In doing so, we’re reminiscing about our recent trip to the islands of Tahiti. What an experience! It was my first time visiting, and I’d love to share some of the highlights, my impressions, and ultimately the impact the Tahitian people had on my family.
Do a quick search of Maui luaus, however, and you may get lost in the abundance of options. Which luau is best for the whole family, and which luau presents fire dancers? With that in mind, we’ve pulled together a list of top five Maui luaus. Here they are—and what makes them magnificent:
| LUAU | WHY | WHERE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Wailea Luau | Most Popular | South Maui - Wailea | BOOK NOW |
| Royal Lahaina Luau | Best Price | West Maui - Lahaina | BOOK NOW |
| Marriott Luau | Family Friendly | South Maui - Wailea | BOOK NOW |
| Sheraton Luau | Best Views | West Maui - Ka'anapali | BOOK NOW |
| Andaz Luau | Most Luxurious | South Maui - Wailea | BOOK NOW |
SUMMARY: Pacific Whale Foundation will take you from Lahaina Harbor on the Ocean Discovery or Ocean Quest (both double-decker stable catamarans) for a 4-course dinner by Threes Restaurant with complimentary drinks lasting about 2 hours during sunset (departure time varies seasonally.)
ADULTS: $92.95 • CHILD (ages 3-12): $56.95 • PREMIUM SEATS: $112.95
Tara’s Full Lahaina Dinner Cruise Review:Take a second to picture some of your favorite Maui moments.
What do you see? Enjoying a stunning tropical sunset while sipping on a Mai Tai? Dining on fresh, delicious meals from some of Maui’s top-rated restaurants? Whale watching?
Or maybe you’re dreaming of simply enjoying warm tropical breezes while gazing out into the Pacific Ocean.
Earlier this year, we took our families to Mexico to explore, listen to some live music, and enjoy some delicious Mexican food (something we don’t have a lot of on Maui.) Our trip did not disappoint! An unexpected surprise came as we learned of the many cenotes (freshwater underground pools) dotting the Yucatan Peninsula. Below are some highlights from our Mexico trip!
The Big Island of Hawaii is arguably the most dramatic in the Pacific archipelago, boasting everything from snow-tipped volcanoes and green-sand beaches to active lava flows.
And yet, the island is precisely as its moniker suggests: Big. Coming in at 4,028 square miles, it’s larger than all of the other Hawaiian Islands combined. Translation? Visitors are often flummoxed by the most expedient way to absorb all of its beauty during their stay.
They don’t call it grand for nothing: The Grand Wailea—a Waldorf Astoria Resort on the south shore of Maui—has it all: beauty and romance, leisure and play, elegance and authenticity, glee and tranquility.
So spectacular is this spot, in fact, that U.S. News & World Report named it one of the top ten luxury resorts on the Valley Isle, while it caters to more than half a million visitors annually.
Planning to count yourself as one of them? Whether you’re on your way there or are dreaming up the vacation of a lifetime, here are 10 things you should know about the Grand Wailea before arriving:
