| For many of us, getting over to Hawaii involves a | | | | time, and are unable to acquaint themselves with |
| great deal of expense; plane tickets to this | | | | them very well. That's why so many people |
| gorgeous chain of islands can be prohibitively | | | | choose to go on zipline adventures during their |
| expensive. That's why so many visitors to Hawaii | | | | Maui vacations. On a zipline adventure, you're |
| and Maui tend to look for low priced activities to | | | | safely strapped into a harness while zipping over |
| enjoy while there. Happily, it's easy to plan Maui | | | | the mesmerizing topography of the island on a |
| vacations that don't break the bank. There are | | | | special line. It's one experience that you won't |
| many affordable activities and attractions on this | | | | want to miss! |
| lush island. Following are some activities that island | | | | Immerse Yourself in Hawaiian Culture at a Luau - |
| visitors don't want to miss. | | | | Hawaii's cultural traditions are truly unique, and |
| Visit Maui's Black Sand Beaches - The island | | | | there's no better way to get a feel for them |
| boasts over 30 miles of stunning beaches, from | | | | than by attending a luau. They are typically held |
| typical hues of white and golden sand to red and | | | | on the waterfront at sunset. Some resorts offer |
| even rare black sand. These exotic beaches, | | | | luaus to guests as part of a package, while others |
| comprised of tiny pebbles of lustrous black lava | | | | offer them at reduced rates. One of the chief |
| which makes a beautiful contrast with the color of | | | | highlights, for many, is the succulent kalua pork |
| the ocean, are a must-see for any visitor. The | | | | that is cooked during what is known as an imu |
| two most popular black sand beaches are at Hana | | | | ceremony. |
| Bay, ten miles past Haleakala National Park, and | | | | Get Up Close and Personal With a Volcano - No |
| Honokalani Beach in Wainapanapa State Park. Both | | | | vacation in Hawaii would be complete without |
| these excellent beaches are accessible via the | | | | getting a closer look at one of its many |
| Hana Highway. | | | | volcanoes. It's worth the a day trip and short |
| Soar Above Hawaii in a Helicopter - Many people | | | | flight to the Big Island for a visit to Volcanoes |
| do not realize it, but approximately 78% of Maui | | | | National Park. The summit of the awe-inspiring |
| is accessible only by helicopter. There's no better | | | | Kilauea volcano can easily be toured via Crater |
| way to really get a feel for the lay of the land | | | | Rim Drive, an 11-mile road that wraps around the |
| than to hop on board a helicopter tour. Plenty of | | | | summit caldera and passes through both desert |
| operators can be found, and most vacationers will | | | | and rainforest as well as across the caldera floor. |
| find the fees to be reasonable enough. You'll | | | | The road has plenty of access to scenic stops |
| never forget the experience of flying just above | | | | and short walks to explore the area further. The |
| the verdant jungles, rushing waterfalls and other | | | | incredible sight of an active volcano up close is |
| fine topography of Hawaii. | | | | sure to be an unforgettable adventure. |
| Go Zipping Over the Mountains - The West Maui | | | | Reproduction permitted only when all active |
| Mountains are unlike anything that most people | | | | hyperlinks and author resource boxes are included. |
| have ever seen before. Unfortunately, most | | | | All rights reserved. |
| visitors to the island have a limited amount of | | | | |