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By Judie Karhan
Maui, Hawaii: Find a Slice of Paradise
With so many naturally beautiful features – the sparkling Pacific Ocean, miles of white sand beaches, waterfalls, lush gardens and towering mountains – the Hawaiian island of Maui truly makes a perfect getaway. In fact, Maui has been voted “Best Island in the U.S.” by Condé Nast Traveler readers for more than 20 years.
Known as the Valley Isle, Maui is the second largest of the Hawaiian Islands. Once a thriving whaling center, it is today a fabulous playground
for travelers seeking fun in the sun. With 120 miles of coastline, the island boasts more than 30 miles
of beautiful beaches. Sports activities such as windsurfing, snorkeling, kayaking, sport fishing and championship golf are certainly at the top of visitors’ lists, but the sightseeing is just as memorable.
One of the most popular excursions on the island is helicopter touring, soaring past valleys and hidden waterfalls that are inaccessible by land. Or perhaps you would rather do your soaring on land with a zip-line adventure through the jungle, or maybe
don a cowboy hat and go horseback riding through Upcountry Maui.
During the North Pacific humpback whale winter migration, November through May, whale-watching
excursions become a favorite pastime on
the ocean waters and shorelines of the island, particularly during the peak months of January, February and March.
Another one of
Maui’s natural assets is
Haleakala, a 10,023-foot-
high volcano that
you can drive up to or
bicycle down as you say
aloha to the morning
sun or enjoy another
beautiful sunset. But it
is the legendary Road
to Hana, with its long, sinuous stretch of highway laid through tropical rainforest that is claimed to be Maui’s biggest attraction.
When the sun sets, enjoy one of the island’s many festive luaus, complete with flickering tiki torches, Polynesian food, tropical drinks, live music and Polynesian dances that tell traditional stories through their rhythmic movements.
Whether you are traveling as a family or as a couple, you will find a variety of accommodations to choose from on Maui, from Five-Diamond hotels to condominiums and peaceful seaside cottages – each with their own charms and amenities. So pack your swimsuit and sandals and rev up your sense of adventure for an island holiday that is certain to please everyone. Aloha!
1Exclusive Offers: Valid on new bookings for travel 1/4/19 – 1/3/20 in select room categories. Savings is based on hotel room rate for a five-night stay compared to highest available rate for comparable Terrace room category. Subject to availability. Daily breakfast is available in Café Kula or the Grand Dining Room. Roundtrip transpacific airfare required.
2AAA Member Benefit: Activity voucher does not apply to air/car only bookings.
Advance reservations through AAA Travel required to obtain Member Benefits & savings which may vary based on departure date. Not responsible for errors or omissions. Pleasant Holidays acts only as an agent for cruise & tour providers listed. CST# 1007939-10. Copyright©2018 Pleasant Holidays, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
SAVE more than $2,400 with Exclusive Offers1 on Maui at
GRAND WAILEA, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
ONLY Available through Pleasant Holidays:
✦ Reduced room rates ✦ Daily continental breakfast for two ✦ 15% spa discount
VALID FOR TRAVEL 1/4/19 – 1/3/20
Experience luxury and authentic Hawaiian hospitality at Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort on famed Wailea Beach.
RESORT AMENITIES INCLUDE:
• 50,000-Square-Foot Spa Grande • Golf
• Tennis Complex
• Wailea Canyon Activity Pool
• Swim-Up Bar
• 9 Sparkling Pools
• Large Art Collection
• Luxury Accommodations • And More!
• Island-Inspired Dining at 6 Restaurants
AAA Member Benefit: Members receive a $50 per booking activity voucher
valid toward a variety of select activities in Hawaii.2
CALL 937-492-3167 OR VISIT AAA Shelby County 920 Wapakoneta Ave., Sidney, OH 43565
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