Trip to Maui

March 2007

During our wonderful trip to Maui, we stayed at Kaanapali Alii, which is probably the nicest condo resort you can find in all of Hawaii. The units are huge, individually owned, with fully equipped kitchens, stunning decor, breathtaking views... and they're right on the beach! The weather was warm and humid as always, and the ocean was very friendly. In short, it was a perfect vacation.

 

 
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On the way to Maui
 
Just checked in to our suite
 
 
At the Kaanapali beach, just outside the hotel where we stayed
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Early next morning
 
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Kaanapali Alii
 
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On the way to have breakfast at the nearby Westin Maui
 
 
 
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Breakfast at the Westin Maui
 
 
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Standing in line outside Hyatt for the luau, which is a Hawaiian feast
 
At the luau, where dancers perform, and dinner is served
 
Vidhi is all excited to watch the dance once the show begins
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Not quite what she thought it would be
 
 
 
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After the dance, with one of the performers
 
 
 
Stopped for a break during the famous "road to Hana" trip, with thick bamboo forests visible in the background
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Stopped on the way for some coconut and ganna (sugarcane) juice
 
 
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Strolling at the Whaler's Village
 
 
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Trying to spot whales during our snorkeling cruise
 
 
Here's a friendly whale that came really close to our boat
 
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Back in our room
 
 
On the patio