1-2-3 Travel Planner: Summer on Maui

Who doesn't love the thought of a relaxing vacation on a tropical island? Maui is one of the top vacation choices for travelers. Not sure where to stay or what to do? We've done all the research and made it easy: one hotel, two dining choices and three activities. All you have to do is book the reservations.

STAY
When heading to Maui stay at the Grand Wailea.
This tropical paradise is the perfect place to stay for the ideal island vacation. Besides the incredibly lush surroundings, the hotel has everything you could imagine. You'll find well-appointed guest rooms, wonderful restaurants, an unbelieveable spa, a mini shopping mall and one of the best water adventure parks you've ever seen. Grand Wailea offers several vacation specials and packages including "7th Night Free," "Grand + Flight + Car = Savings," and the "Ku´uipo / Sweetheart Package" to name a few. For an in-depth review of the hotel, click here. For rates and specials visit the Grand Wailea website, here.

Grand Wailea
3850 Wailea Alanui Drive
Wailea, Maui, HI 96753
(800) 888-6100

EAT
When vacationing on Maui eat at Tommy Bahama's Restaurant & Bar.
Located at The Shops at Wailea, Tommy Bahama's offers a wonderful and creative menu. Entrees include several seafood selections including Trinidad Tuna, a Lemongrass encrusted Hawaiian Ahi that is seared rare. Other entres include Sanibel Stuffed Chicken, The Island Cowboy (an 8 ounce grilled tenderloin filet), and Little Palm Island Pasta. These savory dishes are sure to delight the taste buds.

Tommy Bahama's Restaurant & Bar
The Shops at Wailea
3750 Wailea Alanui Drive
Kihei, HI 96753

When vacationing on Maui eat at Nick's Fishmarket.
Nick's Fishmarket is located inside the Fairmont Kea Lani situated just down the street from the Grand Wailea. Nick's is known for their amazing seafood dishes. Entrees include Island Snapper Picatta, Grilled Ahi Mignon and Candied Peanut Crusted Hawaiian Opah to name just a few. Opt to dine outside to take in the gorgeous view as you delve into Nick's delicious culinary adventures.

Nick's Fishmarket
The Fairmont Kea Lani
4100 Wailea Alanui Dr
Wailea, HI 96753

DO
When vacationing on Maui do some shopping at The Shops at Wailea.
This fantastic shopping destination offers luxurious boutiques such as Gucci, St. John Boutique and Louis Vuitton. But don't let the high end retailers scare you away. There are lots of island style shops for every budget. During summer months there is live entertainment including ukulele renditions of rock songs, hula dancers and contemporary Hawaiian music situated throughout the open-air mall.

The Shops at Wailea
3750 Wailea Alanui Drive
Kihei, HI 96753-8300
(808) 891-6770

When vacationing on Maui head to the Maui Ocean Center.
This state-of-the-art aquarium spotlights Hawaii's marine life by presenting amazing exhibits and interactive displays. For an even more unique experience, why not do a shark dive? For $199, you can explore the 750,000-gallon acrylic tunnel and become "immersed in Hawaii's rich underwater world with over 20 sharks, stingrays, and thousands of tropical reef fish." A one-of-kind adventure.

Maui Ocean Center
192 Ma'alaea Rd.
Wailuku, HI 96793
808-270-7000

When vacationing on Maui experience a luau.
For an authentic Hawaiian luau, The Old Lahaina Luau can't be beat. The luau is offered seven nights a week and seats 400 people but The Old Lahaina Luau books up fast so make your reservations before you leave home. Adult prices are $92 and children 12 and under are $62.

The Old Lahaina Lu'au
1251 Front Street
Lahaina, Maui, Hawai'i 96761
(800) 248-5828

So what are you waiting for, isn't it about time you take the family on a summer vacation to Maui? All the planning is done for you. Now go and have a wonderful time!