"Magnificent Maui" Top 5 Page for this destination Maui by Albernfrau

Maui Travel Guide: 1,799 reviews and 4,087 photos

Please read my travelogue for a day by day account of our trip!

My Mum took me to Maui when I was 5 years old and again when I was 8. Although I was quite young certain things about Maui never left me--the warm breeze, the waves crashing and the sweet smell of the Mauian breeze. I knew that one day I would return to turn these memories into reality again. Twenty-three years later (April 2006) I finally returned; this time with my husband. Once again my senses were overloaded. I think the overwhelming sensory stimuli is what makes Maui never leave you. You are forever permeated with the sights, sounds, smells and feelings from this magnificant place.

Smells of Maui:
The sweet fragrance from the pikake blooms.
The unique smell of the soft sand.

Sounds of Maui:
Waves crashing
Birds singing
Wind through the palm trees

Sights of Maui:
Beaches and shorelines
Volcanoes
Underwater life

Feels? of Maui:
Warm breeze
Hot sun

Pros and Cons

Pros:Beauty, natural wonders, flowers
Cons:When the rain won't stop, lots of tourists
In a nutshell:Sights, sounds, smells = beautiful Maui!

Last visit to Maui: Apr 2006
Intro Updated Apr 18, 2006
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Comments (6)

Martin_S. Oct 23, 2008 at 5:42 AM Report Abuse

Shalom, your trip to Maui sounds just like what I would like to treat my wife to on our 30th anniversary. Where did you find the Condo? Martin
kzapanta Jul 3, 2007 at 7:03 PM Report Abuse

great tip! Thanks
JessH Apr 24, 2006 at 11:31 PM Report Abuse

Hi Steph. Fantastic tips with personal insights & stunning, detailed photographs! Funny experiences, entertaining writing style - superb tips! I really enjoyed them! Greetings from Dubai :-) Jess (PS: I love your member name ;-)
mary2u99 Apr 24, 2006 at 9:25 AM Report Abuse

Wow .. Whalewatching seem like a great thing to do. Wonderful pictures.
icunme Apr 20, 2006 at 12:56 PM Report Abuse

Terrific photos/tips here - will return again. Ciao, Carol
Roadquill Apr 18, 2006 at 11:03 PM Report Abuse

Hey Steph, gotta luv Kihei Cafe and the chickens at your feet!!! RQ