I just returned from a fantastic weekend on the beautiful island of Maui. I’ve explored different shores of this island before but this trip was focused on South Maui in the beautiful area of Wailea. My best friend from Oregon had been planning a Hawaii vacation for the past six months and after searching Maui condo rentals on the internet, she made the decision to stay on Maui’s South side. I was thrilled to meet up with her and stay for a weekend of relaxation and luxury.
After looking at accommodation options, my friend chose to rent one of the many Wailea condos available near Grand Wailea Resort. The condominium was centrally located with access to all Grand Wailea Resort’s amenities, but at a fraction of the cost of staying at the resort itself. I had not spent any time in South Maui, so the resort atmosphere of this area was a first time experience for me. It was fantastic! In the midst of gorgeous tropical beauty are luxury spas, country clubs, great restaurants and a shopping mall. Everything is here.
On this Maui vacation we were definitely beach bound and we really enjoyed nearby Polo beach. We were told that this stretch of shoreline had been named one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. It is a picturesque sandy haven that is nice and wide and long enough for a perfect tropical stroll (which we enjoyed on several occasions). Polo beach and other surrounding South Maui beaches, are known for excellent snorkeling, too. Some areas are not for beginners, though, so ask a local before getting in the water. During my weekend stay we spent a full day snorkeling with tropical fish (we even saw turtles!) and sunning ourselves on the smooth sand.
On our first night it had been recommended to us to eat dinner at Ferraro’s Bar e Ristorante at the Four Seasons Resort Maui in Wailea. We were thrilled to receive such a great tip. The food was superb and we were entranced as we sat in the open air right above the beach. We made it there in time for cocktails at sunset and were able to watch the light change in the sky and toast to a magical Maui vacation.
The next day we knew we wanted to get some more beach time in, but we had also heard about The Shops at Wailea, a shopping center that highlighted designer clothes, jewelry, art galleries and even live entertainment. There is nothing like shopping in paradise! My friend and I had a great time perusing the shops and purchasing some great mementos to take back home.
By afternoon, we were surprised at how much the shopping had worn us out and we opted for a light snack (and a nap) on the beach. By dusk we had settled in for the sunset show, as we watched the sky fill with orange and pink and purple. Looking out at the ocean we could make out the island of Kahoolawe in the distance as well as the remains of the ancient crater of Molokini. We sighed with the swaying palm trees as night fell upon the sea, bringing bright stars to the sky and the faint sound of Hawaiian music on the breeze.
Though my friend would be staying longer on Maui, my weekend of play was quickly ending. I had spent two days soaking in the luxury and beauty that the Wailea area has to offer. I know that Maui vacation rentals are available on every shore of the island, but I would definitely return to South Maui for a longer stay in the warmth of the daytime sun and the magic of the sunsets found there.
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