
Explore Maui in Hawaii with seven quick steps to experience the island to the fullest, in the mini Maui travel guide by Expert Press, Dena Gray, and Tom Homeo.
Explore Maui's natural beauty, aloha spirit, and diverse microclimates—from beaches and waterfalls to volcanoes. Learn essential safety tips and respectful visitor guidelines for a mindful Maui vacation.
Explore central Maui's hubs and highlights, from Kahului airport and seaport to Wailuku's historic sites and Paia's windsurfing capital vibes, including the Alexander and Baldwin Sugar Museum, beaches, and markets.
Explore South Maui's Kihei and Wailea, discovering iconic beaches, the Wailea Beach Path, snorkeling spots, and resort towns with shopping, dining, and coastal scenery.
Discover West Maui’s highlights from Malaya Harbor to Lahaina, including the Maui Ocean Center, whale watching season from December through April, and Front Street’s shops and restaurants.
Discover upcountry Maui and Haleakala, touring ranches, farms, and towns like Muckle and Koula, enjoying lavender farms, ocean views, and sunrise at Haleakala.
Explore Maui's road to Hana, a winding coastal drive with ocean views, rainforests, and waterfalls; plan food, water, and an early departure to enjoy Twin Falls and seven sacred pools.
Discover Maui's ocean and air adventures, from whale watching and sunset cruises to surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, parasailing, helicopter tours, and ziplining.
Mini Maui Travel Guide has everything you need to know for a magical trip to Maui, without all the excess information to bog you down. Maui's motto, “Maui Nō Ka 'Oi” (“Maui is the best!”) is not just a overstated boast – Maui's diverse landscape and picturesque beauty are unmatched, so you will want to plan ahead to make sure you get to take it all in. Detailed descriptions of the best beaches all over the island will help you plan the perfect beach day to remember for a lifetime. A concise guide to the Road to Hana will get you out and quickly exploring Maui, rather than researching it for hours on end. Maui's sometimes perplexing weather is explained, and what to do when the best laid plans are foiled by rain or wind. The Maui Quick Start Travel Guide was written with one goal in mind – to make sure you have the best experience possible while visiting the Valley Isle!
About the Expert
Dena Gray is a writer and graphic artist who lives in Upcountry, Maui with her husband and two children. After moving to Maui in 2010, she set out to learn all there was to know about this island paradise she now calls home. She has put her many exciting adventures (and occasional mishaps!) to use, frequently guiding family and friends visiting from the mainland to make sure they have the trip of a lifetime. Directing you to the best beaches and most awe-inspiring waterfalls, as well as the best shave ice on the island, Dena shares with you how to enjoy Maui to the fullest!