Maui Top Ten Tips

1) Sunscreen is a must, regardless of the6) We recommend that you bring a light jacket
weather. Even if it is cloudy or overcast the sunor sweater if you are planning to attend any of
in Hawaii can be merciless so wear sunscreenthe island shows or a luau. The indoor theatres will
whenever you plan to be outdoors for more thanbe air conditioned and some may be chilly. Many
a few minutes.of the luaus are close to the oceanfront and the
2) If you are driving to Hana, make sure that youair can be cool after the sun goes down.
have a full tank of gas. There is only one gas7) Lahaina is more fun to visit in the evening.
station in Hana and gas is at least $1 more perDuring the day it can be very hot with little air
gallon. It's also a good idea to pack a cooler withmovement on Front St. because of the narrow
water, juice or sodas and sandwiches. There arestreets. All of the shops and restaurants are open
only a few places to buy food in Hana.late into the evening.
3) Seabands apply continuous pressure on a point8) Wear darker colored tops when taking a
on each wrist using a plastic stud and are veryhelicopter or "flight-seeing" tour. You'll be able to
good for motion sickness (without drugs or sidetake better photographs with less reflection
effects), plus they are reusable and can be wornthrough the windows of the aircraft.
in the water. They are easy to take along with9) When playing in the ocean, be careful of the
you on your daily trips.surf. Do not turn your back on the water, rogue
4) Leave your valuables in your safe in yourwaves can suddenly appear and create dangerous
room. Do not leave valuables in your car if theshore breaks.
vehicle will be unattended, especially in remote10) If you take any boat trips for snorkeling,
locations or on the beach, while you are enjoyingsailing or whale watching make sure to bring a
the warm tropical water.towel with you because the boats do not provide
5) If you drive to the summit of Haleakala, maketowels. Sunscreen, sunglasses, camera / film, hats
sure to put your car in low gear when you drive/ caps, and a light cover-up are also
back down the volcano, so that you don't burnrecommended.
out the brakes on your vehicle.