See what the experts are saying about Wailuku. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Money
It's always advisable to bring money in a variety of forms on a vacation: a mix of cash, credit cards, and traveler's checks. You should also exchange enough petty cash to cover airport incidentals, tipping, and transportation to your hotel b... Continue reading »
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Staying healthy
Contact the International Association for Medical Assistance to Travelers (IAMAT; tel. 716/754-4883 or, in Canada, 416/652-0137; www.iamat.org) for tips on travel and health concerns in the countries you're visiting, and for lists of local, E... Continue reading »
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Getting married
Hawaii is a great place for a wedding. The islands exude romance and natural beauty, and after the ceremony, you're already on your honeymoon. And the members of your wedding party will most likely be delighted, since you've given them the pe... Continue reading »
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Sustainable travel & ecotourism
Each time you take a flight or drive a car, CO2 is released into the atmosphere. You can help neutralize this danger to our planet through "carbon offsetting" -- paying someone to reduce your CO2 emissions by the same amount you've added. Car... Continue reading »
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Safety
Although tourist areas are generally safe, visitors should always stay alert, even in laid-back Hawaii (and especially in Waikiki). It's wise to ask the island tourist office if you're in doubt about which neighborhoods are safe. Avoid desert... Continue reading »
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Insurance
The cost of travel insurance varies widely, depending on the cost and length of your trip, your age and health, and the type of trip you're taking, but expect to pay between 5% and 8% of the vacation itself. You can get estimates from various... Continue reading »
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Tips on accommodations
Hawaii offers all kinds of accommodations, from simple rooms in restored plantation homes and quaint cottages on the beach to luxurious oceanview condo units and opulent suites in beachfront resorts. Each type has its pluses and minuses, so b... Continue reading »
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Tips for families
Hawaii is paradise for children: beaches to run on, water to splash in, and unusual sights to see. Be sure to check out the boxes in each island chapter for kid-friendly places to stay and family activities. The larger hotels and resorts o... Continue reading »
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Tips for gay and lesbian travelers
Hawaii is known for its acceptance of all groups. The number of gay- or lesbian-specific accommodations on the islands is limited, but most properties welcome gays and lesbians like any other travelers. The Center, mailing address P.O. Box... Continue reading »
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Tips for senior travelers
Discounts for seniors are available at almost all of Hawaii's major attractions and occasionally at hotels and restaurants. The Outrigger hotel chain, for instance, offers travelers ages 50 and older a 20% discount off regular published rates... Continue reading »
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Tips for travelers with disabilities
Most disabilities shouldn't stop anyone from traveling in the U.S. There are more options and resources out there than ever before. Travelers with disabilities are made to feel very welcome in Hawaii. There are more than 2,000 ramped curbs... Continue reading »
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Suggested itineraries
What should I do in Hawaii? This is the most common question that readers ask me. The purpose of this chapter is to give you my expert advice on the best things to see and do on each island, and how to do them in an orderly fashion so you are... Continue reading »
Wailuku Travel Experiences
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Aloha everzone
AlohaNach unserem tollen Roadtrip entlang der Kueste von Kalifornien sind wir in Maui, unserer letzten Destination angekommen. Mit dem We... Continue reading »
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Green Turtles & Good Times
We had a wonderful sleep in on Saturday & enjoyed a wonderful greasy breakfast at the "Philly Diner" in Kihei. The irony was not los... Continue reading »
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Maui
my trip to hawaii wasn't what you would call vigorous. it was what you would call lazy. it was awesome. we slept, we woke up just enough... Continue reading »
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Red sand and a cheeseburger
This day was to start with some adventure. We had made reservations for this ATV ride in the western mountains of Hawaii. As the security... Continue reading »
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The Road to Hana
Ahh..road trips...there is nothing like them...especially on an Amador road trip. It is about 50 miles to Hana, which doesn't seem... Continue reading »
Popular Wailuku Hotels
more Wailuku hotels »Popular Wailuku Things to Do
- Maui Ocean Center
- Iao Valley State Park
- Iao Needle
- Historic Iao Theater
- Maui Community Theater
- Pride Charters
- Maui Visitor Bureau
- Asian Art Museum
- Ekahi Tours, Inc.
- Mendes Ranch
