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Road to Hana

Road to Hana, Hana

 13 Reviews  Hotel Hana Maui was a very unique and amazing hotel. It is pricey to have no t.v and wi-fi, but it's beautiful and private and romantic. The service is excellent! I've heard it is changing entirely as far as the name and prices, etc., but I'm hoping it continues to be an oasis of beauty and "old... 

Wainapanapa - Black Sand Beach

Wainapanapa - Black Sand Beach, Hana

 2 Reviews  Honokalani Black Sand Beach is located in the Wainapanapa State Park. Usually people just know it as Black Sand Beach. Also its more like rocks not sand. You will definitley need water shoes here. There is a picnic area, campground and cemetary here then you can walk down to the beach. This is also... 

Red Sand Beach

Red Sand Beach, Hana

 1 Review  This is an exceptional beach. A couple warnings though... You need to hike a goat trail around a lava cliff to get to it. It is often occupied by a few nudists. As always you do need to be cautious of currents. If you are not fearful of heights and sights, do make the trip. You will be thankful... 

Waimoku Falls

Waimoku Falls, Hana

 1 Review  An awesome hike. The journey is the destination. There is so much to experience here. Waimoku Falls are some of the largest. About 400 foot I believe. Our trip happened to be during a dry spell so the falls were very light. But this just afforded us a different view then many others are able to... 

Look into and beyond the Lava rock...

Look into and beyond the Lava rock..., Hana

 jelw Says:  and you will see so many treasures you might otherwise have missed.When hiking on the Islands many people see what look like fields of lava, they turn and go a different direction. They seem to dismiss this as part of the wonder of Hawaii. Without lava there is no Hawaii. 

Hotels  

Hotel Hana Maui

 3 Reviews and 382 Opinions  We were looking for a place to "get away from it all" after our wedding. Hotel Hana Maui was the... 

Hana Kai Maui Resort

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Restaurants  

Literally, it's just a roadside grill: with reasonable prices to save you money

Literally, it's just a roadside grill: with reasonable prices to save you money, Hana

 BlueCollar Says:  How many times have you read that there are few affordable restaurant choices in Hāna? Well, it's true.This is why you should pack your lunch if you're doing "The Road to Hāna". Pick up some drinks, sandwiches, and a cooler with ice in Kahului before heading... 

Hana Hotel and Paniolo Bar: Excellent

Hana Hotel and Paniolo Bar: Excellent, Hana

 jelw Says:  This was a spectacular evening. The ambiance alone was worth the trip. The food, cocktails and service were outstanding. The best however was the entertaiment. Local musician "Boom" serenaded us with with his beautiful ukelalee and pure sweet voice. This truly was an... 

Transportation  

Don't run out of gas!!

Don't run out of gas!!, Hana

 kimod74 Says:  Be sure to fill up your gas tank before you leave for Hana. There are no gas stations on the way there, but then again it is only 30 miles or so. We did not have a full tank of gas and did not fill up in Hana and made it back to our condo on empty!! The road to Hana is only... 

The long and winding road

The long and winding road, Hana

 RoseAmano Says:  A long but very scenic road along the north shore to Hana. As there are so many rainbows you can see in Maui, within the three hours are all kinds of weather conditions. 

Shopping  

Waimoku Falls

Waimoku Falls, Hana

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Warnings Or Dangers  

Hana water sports

Hana water sports, Hana

 jelw Says:  March 9th 2007I just received this tip in from ken100 this is not always the case but good to ask and check before jumping in. Just returned from this beach. Portuguese Man-o'-war warnings are posted to stay out of the water and a local guide told us this area is shark... 

Don't Use Maui Cruisers

Don't Use Maui Cruisers, Hana

 jconline Says:  Maui Cruisers is a guy offering his cars to be used as rental cars on Maui. I would recommend avoiding this company at all costs. My bad experience with Maui Cruisers was mostly caused by the guy's incredibly bad attitude. Don't get me wrong, his cars are worse than you... 

Tourist Traps  

The Road to Hana Compact Disc

The Road to Hana Compact Disc, Hana

 kimod74 Says:  You will see the "Road to Hana Compact Discs" for sale in stores, or you may read about them advertised somewhere. I thought how dumb, who needs that assuming that all trailheads, and hikes to waterfalls would be marked for tourists. WRONG!Please buy the CD, if you don't you... 

Shereton Luau is trap, go for...

Shereton Luau is trap, go for..., Hana

 AlohaDean Says:  Shereton Luau is trap, go for Old Lahaina Luau 

What to Pack  

dremamine, for car and sea sickness

dremamine, for car and sea sickness, Hana

 natjoy21 Says:  pack lightslippers aka flipflopsrain jacket yes some camping bathing suit-just wear it all timeshamoa beach is nice to swim and catch waves and sun don't be scared to get dirty and live a little and be respestful and respect the land 

Off The Beaten Path  

Drive to Hana

Drive to Hana, Hana

 TangieSharp Says:  OK, so it's not covered by your car rental policy and probably not by your insurance, but if it's a clear day I would not turn around on the drive to Hana. The back part of the island has some amazing surfing and houses. There are some cell towers around so you don't have to... 

Blue Pool

Blue Pool, Hana

 BlueCollar Says:  The famous Blue Pool. This photo was from our 2005 trip. Unfortunately, rainfall has been minimal and the flow is just a trickle. I imagine it would have been more impressive had it a heavier flow. But it is still a beautiful place. From this camera angle, if you made a 180°... 

Secluded Water Fall

Secluded Water Fall, Hana

 BlueCollar Says:  This waterfall sits above Pua‘a Ka‘a State Park, which is just before mile post 23 on Hwy 360. Normally you could access this waterfall from within the park. But during our 2006 visit, this park was closed. It was all taped off as the State was retrofitting the walkways for... 

Favorites  

Hana Tip

Hana Tip, Hana

 Jeffjr Says:  When on the road to Hana, pull off to the side of the road if there is a local behind u. We don't like being stuck behind kus we drive faster kus we know the roads and some locals will get nuts if they are stuck behind. Definatly check out Venus Pools tho, and jump in off a... 

Relive your Hâna experience!

Relive your Hâna experience!, Hana

 BlueCollar Says:  You're back home now after your relaxing stay in Hâna. You find yourself daydreaming about the laid-back atmosphere and the quintessential tropical scenery. You find yourself wanting to return there tomorrow. But the demands of everyday life keep you on the sensible path. Do... 

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Q:  Hi there. I am looking for a flight 27 oct from Honolulu to Hana It seems there is a flight around 11.00. Return should be 30... 

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A: Hana's airport is more like a simple runway and is only serviced by very small planes on at-time-of-need basis. The only service other than what you mentioned that I... 

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Heavenly Hana

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 Hana is an experience. It is not a tourist destination for shoppers and strollers. Nor is it for bathing beauties that fear the rugged outdoors. It is not for the tourist that insists on Western style... 

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Hâna

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 We just returned from another great trip to these Sandwich Isles. And, yes, we again stayed in Hâna. We rented a cottage right on Hâna Bay. I will add pictures in the coming weeks as I have time. In... 

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The Road To Hana!!! Oh My God.

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 By the time we actually made it to Hana, we turned around because we decided we absolutely, no way in hell wanted to drive that road in the dark!! It is 30 miles of winding road that at most times you... 

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Maui - Valley Isle

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 "And wherever [the native Hawaiian] went he said 'Aloha' in meeting or in parting. 'Aloha' was a recognition of life in another. If there was life there was mana, goodness and wisdom, and if there was... 

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Aloha spirit

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 I lived in Hawaii for many years. It will be a pleasure bilding these pages. 

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