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- Maui
Maui
From the top of its dormant Haleakala volcano crater to its lush
rain forests, pristine beaches and rainbows of tropical fish in the
offshore valleys and reefs, the Hawaiian island of Maui offers a
magical dream-vacation in the Pacific Ocean.
Maui, named for a Polynesian god, is as close to paradise as it
is possible to get. Originally six different volcanoes created a
single landmass that, over the millennia, separated to become the
islands of Maui, Molokai, Lanai and Kahoolawe. All remain
administratively linked today as Maui County. Maui is the second
largest of the populated Hawaiian islands (after Hawaii Island/Big
Island itself), and also boasts the second largest population in
the state. Its two main features are the Haleakala crater (the name
means 'house of the sun'), which is the largest dormant volcano in
the world, and the underwater valleys that connect Maui with its
sister islands in the surrounding ocean, providing shelter for an
abundance of marine life.
The island's main business centre is the town of
Kahului/Wailuku, while the major resort area is in the west and
concentrated in Ka'anapali and the historic whaling town of
Lahaina. In south Maui is another busy resort district around the
town of Wailea. Maui's tropical north shore is quieter without
large hotels, only bed and breakfast establishments providing a
quiet, relaxing break. The island offers several points of cultural
and natural interest worth exploring, over and above its beautiful
beaches and underwater wonderland.
Information & Facts
Climate
Maui is a tropical island with a fairly mild year-round climate
tempered by the Pacific Ocean. At sea level the average afternoon
winter temperature is around 75°F (24°C) during the coldest months
of December and January. August and September are the hottest
summer months with temperatures of about 86°F (30°C). Like most
volcanic tropical islands, however, many different micro-climates
mean packing for a variety of conditions: swim suits and light
hot-weather clothing for the beaches, a lightweight windbreaker for
the occasional shower at higher elevations, and more serious
protection during inclement conditions when hiking Haleakala.
Language
English is the most common language but Spanish is often
spoken in south-western states.
Money
The US Dollar (USD) is the unit of currency and is divided into
100 cents. Only major banks exchange foreign currency. ATMs are
widespread and credit cards and travellers cheques are widely
accepted. Travellers cheques should be taken in US Dollars to avoid
hassles. Banking hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm.