Known as the Valley Isle, Maui is the ideal location if you are looking for a relaxing, tropical getaway. The gorgeous white-sand coves and palm trees that sway gracefully in the wind create a wonderful ambiance that is soothing to the soul. If you are feeling stressed or anxiety-ridden, Maui is the perfect therapy for you. If you are in a pleasant state of mind or perfectly content, Maui is the perfect destination for you, too!
The surrounding seas are a beautiful turquoise, and the majestic jungles are truly something to behold. Two and a half million people visit Maui annually, making it the second most popular Hawaiian location behind Waikiki. Last year, Travel and Leisure magazine rated Maui as their number one island to enjoy a splendid vacation. Even though it is a lot more crowded and bustling than Hawaii, Maui offers activities and sights that are unique to each particular region on the island, and can not be seen anywhere else on earth.
Maui is a total of 727 square miles of sheer wonder. Three peaks on the island are over a mile high each, and hundreds of waterfalls create a picturesque atmosphere that is absolutely breathtaking. The two most impressive volcanoes on the island are Haleakala, which stands 10,023 feet, and Puu Kukui at 5,788 feet. Maui also features over 120 miles of fantastic coastline, and nearly 80 miles of beaches, complete with soft, golden-white sand. The locals on the island are accustomed to year-round tourism, and luckily, they embrace their island guests. This may be in part because many of them are extremely adept at profiting from just-landed travelers, but they are pleasant nonetheless.
With all its beauty and tranquility, it's a wonder that so many visitors to Maui come away with as many once-in-a-lifetime experiences as they do. Many would be perfectly content lying on the beach all day, but the exciting surroundings and energy of Maui often motivate tourists to bike for miles, take helicopter trips over active volcanoes, and windsurf for hours at a time. From deserts to rain forests, hiking to golf, the amazing island of Maui has it all.
