Maui: A Beach For Any Occasion

By Ella Hemmings


If you love nothing more than spending the day on a scenic beach, then Maui is probably a great match for you. The second largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago, Maui offers dozens of beaches and each is especially suitable for specific activities.

Hawaiians love to surf which isn't surprising considering that their Polynesian ancestors invented this popular sport. There are plenty of great surfing spots on Maui, although some do tend have the big waves more suitable for experienced surfers. If you crave the adrenaline rush of big waves, head to Honolua Bay or perhaps Peahi, which is a fantastic tow-in spot. If you are just starting out, the milder waves at Kaanapali Beach will be a much better option and a lot less intimidating.

Along with surfing, kayaking is highly popular throughout all of the Hawaiian Islands, and Maui has many great kayaking spots. There are quite a few outfitters who run kayaking tours or rent kayaks, and the tours range from shorter tours for beginners to longer adventures for more advanced kayakers. Honolua Bay and Makena Beach are a few other spots to consider. If you like solitude, check out the waters of Hanako'o Beach Park.

If you love swimming in the ocean, Maui has plenty of options. DT Flemming has several coves ideal for those who just want to splash around and enjoy the water. Kahekili Beach Park is another option and is a popular option for families as the waters are fairly shallow. Along with swimming, many people love snorkeling and diving in Maui and there are plenty of good spots to consider. One of the top snorkeling spots is actually just off the coast of the island at the Molokini crater. The aforementioned Kahekili Beach also has a beautiful reef on its outer shore which attracts many snorkelers.

One of the reasons why many couples choose Maui as their destination is because of its romantic nature. Maui is a destination wedding hotspot and thousands of people head here to marry or renew their vows. Kapaula Bay is a great spot for a beach wedding, particularly in the late afternoon. Makena Cove is a romantic wedding spot or you could opt for the scenery of Napili Bay, DT Flemming or even Keawakapu Beach.

A Maui destination wedding is far easier to plan than a traditional wedding because you simply leave the majority of the details in the hands of your Maui wedding planner. The wedding planning experts at Love Maui Weddings can take on everything from finding the perfect beach and acquiring a beach permit to finding a minister and even hiring traditional Hawaiian musicians and dancers. They offer an assortment of Maui wedding packages that range from simple elopement ceremonies to grand affairs and every size in between.




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