Hawaiian Vacation

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Hi friends!!! I've never been to Hawaii. Since it is close and relatively inexpensive to travel there from the Bay Area, we plan to go some time in the near future. We are hoping that those of you that have been (or live there!), can help us out with insider's list of #AirFare, #Activities, #Accommodations and #Eats. Laurie likes hotels, but I prefer to rent a house/condo or stay with friends, so either (or all) would be possibilities. We were thinking of a weekend to weekend 7-10 day trip, but that could be adjusted to be shorter or longer. I'm basically clueless - I don't even know the best times of year or which islands to visit.

Please use the Add Choice button to add ideas below. You can add use "Add a Web Page" to enter a URL, ***OR*** use "Enter Manually" and just type in a Name and a brief Description manually and I can figure out the rest.

Thanks!
Updated 06/06/2014 1:50 p.m. by P.j.  •  Created 01/15/2014 3:11 p.m. by P.j.

Acian Pacific Custom-Designed Luxury Villa with Pool and Hot Tub

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#house Waiehu Village villa description
An Asian Pacific custom-designed home features an infinity pool, poolside spa and barbeque, outdoor dining for 8, two-zone central air conditioning, a large screen media center with digital cable, gourmet kitchen and sweeping 180 degree views of the ocean, whales and the island of Lanai. Cool marble floors, exotic lighting, elegant Tommy Bahama style furnishings, on top of a spectacular promontory one mile above Lahaina's coast. A short drive to Maui's best swimming beaches, or drive 5 minutes to Lahaina town or Ka'anapali for fine dining, shopping, sunset cruises and snorkeling.
Situated on a promontory with a spectacular view of Lahaina's coast, the Garuda Estate represents the best of Maui villa rentals. Breathtaking views coupled with custom design are sure to entice even the most discerning of guests. Remarkably private, this 4-bedroom luxury home is conveniently located a 2-minute drive from the sand and surf of Launiupoko Beach. The Garuda Estate features a poolside spa, infinity pool and an expansive terrace fit to accommodate outdoor dining for eight. The outdoor sanctuary is set against a panoramic ocean vista and beautifully landscaped with a tropical feel. The villa's interior boasts extraordinary design, with cool marble floors, exotic lighting and elegant Tommy Bahama-style furnishings. The bathrooms and kitchen are equipped with an array of quality amenities while its warm, open living area includes a full media center for indoor entertainment. This spectacular property is situated just a short drive from the historic town of Lahaina, where dining, shopping, snorkeling and sunset cruises await you
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Updated 06/06/2014 1:49 p.m. by P.j.  •  Created 06/06/2014 1:49 p.m. by P.j.

Grand Wailea A Waldorf Astoria Resort Maui, Hawaii

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#Accommodations Welcome to Grand Wailea
Walk barefoot through 40 acres, steps from Wailea Beach. Indulge at the award-winning Spa Grande and some of Maui’s best restaurants . Your ultimate Hawaii getaway begins at the Grand Wailea Resort, winner of the AAA Four Diamond Award 14 consecutive years. Rates start from $269 - Book Now
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3850 Wailea Alanui
Wailea, HI 96753

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$269.00
Distance
10298.0 miles
Updated 03/18/2014 4:32 p.m. by P.j.  •  Created 03/18/2014 1:41 p.m. by Dale

Maui Revealed Guidebook

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#guidebooks The finest guidebook ever written for Maui. Now you can plan your best vacation—ever. This all new sixth edition is a candid, humorous guide to everything there is to see and do on the island. Best-selling author and longtime Hawai‘i resident, Andrew Doughty, unlocks the secrets of an island so lush and diverse that many visitors never realize all that it has to offer. Explore with him as he reveals breathtaking trails, secluded beaches, pristine reefs, delicious places to eat, colorful craters, hidden waterfalls and so much more. Every restaurant, activity provider, business and resort is reviewed personally and anonymously . This book and a rental car are all you need to discover what makes Maui so exciting.
Suggested retail: US $18.99
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Updated 01/24/2014 10:10 a.m. by P.j.  •  Created 01/24/2014 10:10 a.m. by P.j.

Find the lowest airfare with Google Flights

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#AirFare It looks like the least expensive trip is a non-stop from Oakland to Kahului. It is just a little more for Oakland to Honolulu. The least expensive flights are shown on Hawaiian, but we know to also check Alaska Airlines.
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Kahului, HI

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$395.00
Distance
10290.2 miles
Updated 01/15/2014 3:20 p.m. by P.j.  •  Created 01/15/2014 3:20 p.m. by P.j.
Patrick Get the guide book Maui Revealed: http://www.hawaiirevealed.com/bo... And anytime of the year is a good time!
01/23/2014 6:26 p.m.