Description
Maui, arguably one of the most beautiful places in Hawaii, has as much to offer as any of the other Hawaiian islands. Whether it's a vigorous hike through Haleakala Crater, a comfortable afternoon of whale watching on a luxurious and stable ocean-going vessel, snorkeling over an incredible tropical reef, or gliding through the air in a state-of-the-art helicopter, Maui's activity providers have everything you need to fully enjoy the Islands' unique natural environment.

Local Information
The second largest of the populated Hawaiian Islands, Maui also boasts the second-largest population in the state, behind O'ahu (120,785 in 1998). Haleakala, whose name translates as "house of the sun," is the largest dormant volcano in the world. Not yet extinct, it is expected to erupt sometime in the next 200 years (it last erupted in 1790). The underwater valleys that once connected Maui, Molokai Lanai and Kaho'olawe are shallower than the surrounding ocean, providing shelter for an abundance of marine life — including the humpback whales that migrate to Hawaiian waters during winter months to give birth to their calves. Temperatures on Maui range from 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit year-round.

Airport Information
Maui has three airports, but only one, Kahului Airport, has facilities to accommodate direct flights from the U.S. mainland. Most flights into Maui originate as interisland flights from Oahu's Honolulu International Airport and other smaller airports in the Islands. Kahului Airport is located between Haleakala and the West Maui Mountains, three miles east of the town of Kahului. The airport services domestic overseas and interisland commercial service, and commuter/air taxi and general aviation operations, including helicopter operations. Others: The Kapalua Airport — located above Kapalua in West Maui — is a commercial service airport served by propeller air carriers and commuter/air taxi aircraft only. Hana Airport, about three miles northwest of the town of Hana, supports commuter, unscheduled air taxi, and general aviation activities.

Local Weather
Maui enjoys a moderate, tropical climate with pleasant ocean breezes, giving Maui mild winters and warm, dry summer weather. During the summer months the Maui climate is very warm, with plenty of fine, sunny days from May through September. The hottest weather of the summer is experienced during August and September, with temperatures rising to 32°C / 89°F. Winter in Maui begins mid-October and runs through to April. The months of January and February feature the coldest climate of the year, with January daytime temperatures of 27°C / 80°F, which can drop to 18°C / 64°F.

Entry Requirements
We recommend all persons travelling abroad should carry a passport due to heightened security at airport check-in and immigration. If you do not have a passport , please contact your airline or your local consulate or embassy in regards to travel documentation necessary for your vacation.