Where to watch sunset in Maui?

Anyone who has been to Hawaii will tell you that Hawaiian sunsets are truly breath taking especially the ones you can witness on Maui. Lots of people love to have beach parties at sunset and take some great pictures against the backdrop of the setting sun. But no alcohol is allowed on the beaches so don’t make the mistake of planning a party with drinks included or you could find yourself in trouble with the law.

The sunsets in Maui are fabulous not just for taking photos, but also for painting, and for having beach weddings. Hollywood film producers find this an excellent location for shooting videos and movies. The best time for heading to the beach for viewing the sunset is around 5:45 in the evening. But don’t forget to take your camera and a video camera along.

The best locations to watch a Hawaiian sunset on Maui are Upcountry Maui (Pukalani/Kula/Makawao//Keokea/Ulupalakua/Haiku/Paia), South Maui (Wailea/Kihei/Makena), and the West Side (Napili/Lahaina/Ka’anapali/Kapalua/Olowalu). Another very popular spot is the summit of Haleakala located in the Haleakala National Park.

A huge shield volcano rising 10,023 feet above the coastal areas in Maui, Haleakala is a very popular and easily accessible tourist destination for watching the sunrise as well as the sunset besides the volcano itself. Tourists come here before dawn trekking up to the summit to watch the magnificent sunrise. Sometimes the crowds rise to around 1,000 per day. Sunrise at Haleakala used to be called “House of the Sun” by the early Hawaiians.

The Haleakala National Park extends over 30,000 acres from the Haleakala summit right up to the Kipahulu Valley on the Hana coast. It is open 24 x 7, offering visitors opportunities for many exciting activities throughout the year. Many visitors plan a day trip here and then stay on to watch the sunset. Should you do likewise it will surely be a memorable experience for your family or your group of friends.

The volcano at Haleakala has not erupted for over 200 years and has a number of legends attached to it. Its interesting biological diversity attracts over a million visitors each year. Continue Reading »
Sunset watching in Maui, Hawaii

Driving Tips for Cruising along the Road to Hana in Maui

If you’re planning a trip to Maui you simply shouldn’t miss checking out the legendary road to Hana.  One of the most picturesque drives you’ll ever embark upon, it will take you through miles of coastal rainforest, past majestic waterfalls, providing stunning views of beaches and cliffs along the way.

Though well paved, the road to Hana is a long, winding road with hundreds of sharp bends and many one-lane bridges.  The serene town of Hana in east Maui is located around 52 miles from Kahului, but the drive could take around two to four hours because of the constant twists and turns.  Most of the road comprises Highway 360, also called the Hana Highway. Continue Reading »
Tips for Driving Along the Road to Hana