Maui is the second largest of the Hawaiian islands and is known as the Valley Isle and the Magic Isle. "Maui no ka oi," is what islanders say about Maui, ("Maui is the best.") Maui has exotic resorts, lush rainforests, world famous beaches, old plantation towns as well as an interesting culture influenced by Polynesia. Introduction to Maui - Overview - Culture - Orientation & Location - Climate & When To Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Hana Lava Tube - Visit a Maui Plantation - Take a Helicopter Ride - Maui Ocean Center - Attend a Luau - Haleakala National Park - Taste Maui's Best Pineapples & Wine at Ulupalakua Ranch - Go Whale Watching - Visit Maui's Best Beaches - Kapalua Beach - Hamoa Beach - Kaihalulu's Red Sand Beach - Papohaku Beach - Wai'anapanapa State Park - Kapalua Bay - Go Surfing - Diving & Snorkeling in Maui - Lanai & Molokai - Recommendations for the Budget Traveler - Places To Stay - Places To Eat - Places To Shop