
Ask Auntie: Maui Facts & FAQs

We get letters. And emails and phone calls too. People want to know what Maui is like, what to do on on their vacations, what to wear, what to see. Seems like everybody wants to know about the weather, and where the best beaches are.
The good news is Auntie has the answers. And she loves to share. That's what aloha is all about -- sharing. And aloha is what makes Maui special. If you have a need to know something about Maui chances are others do as well. We may have your answer at our "Frequently Asked Questions." If not, maybe our Maui Fast Facts will have what you need.
Our links to maui information sites take you direct to everything from current weather to our Calendar of Events. You can also Search all of Aloha From Maui. Then,if you haven't found what you need to know just click where it says "ASK US" " to send an email. We promise to get back to you as quick as we can. For the business traveler and meeting planner a full range of services and facilities mean your Maui office -- complete with up-to-date communications capabilities -- is ready for global business immediately. Maui is also home to one of seven National Supercomputing Centers. Thanks to this state-of-the-art facility full Internet connectivity and real-time video-conferencing services are just a phone call away.

LINKS TO MAUI INFORMATION SITES

Calendar of Events	Chamber of Commerce	Maui Community College
Hawaiian Culture Online	High Tech Maui	The Nature of Maui
Maui Fast Facts	Maui Beaches	Current Maui Weather

AUNTIE'S FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Dear Maui Visitors Bureau:
My mother has always wanted to visit your beautiful islands, and we want to bring her on our vacation. But, she is confined to a wheelchair. Do the hotels, restaurants, museums etc. have handicapped access?
M.S.
Milwaukee, WI

Aloha M.S.:
Your mom will love Maui Nui! Virtually all of our hotels and public places are fully equipped to handle wheelchairs and the other special requirements of disabled persons. All of the beauty of our Islands will be there for her and she'll find plenty to do -- she can even meet some of our "senior citizens" at many places around Maui. Just check our ACCOMMODATIONS page where you can contact most of Maui Nui's hotels, vacation rentals, condos and more.
Aloha for now,
From Auntie at Maui Visitors Bureau

Dear Maui Visitors Bureau:
We are coming to visit Maui in the winter. Could you please tell us the best places to go snorkelling to see coral reefs off the shore. Also, could you please tell us if fishing is reasonably priced? (Do you have to go out on a boat, or can we fish off the shore?) Thanks for reading my letter.
J.B.
San Jose, CA

Aloha J.B.:
Are you in luck! Maui has more great snorkeling spots than you can shake a stick at. The best way to line up the best snorkeling, and great fishing as well, is to check out the companies that offer these trips. Just click on over to our Activities page. You can contact most of these activity providers via email or a toll-free "800" number.
Aloha for now,
From Auntie at Maui Visitors Bureau

Dear Maui Visitors Bureau:
My husband-to-be and I will be honeymooning in Maui from May 28 through June 7 of this year. We are looking for some exciting and interesting things to do while we are there. Could you suggest a few things?
L.S.
Phoenix, AZ

Aloha L.S.:
What you need is a copy of our FREE Maui Travel Planner. It's a gorgeous 56 page book chock full of great photos, interesting stories and lots of information on enjoying our islands. You can order a free copy by calling 1-800-525-MAUI or by clicking over to our Online Order Form. You can also find out more by contacting one of our many professional wedding and honeymoon planning companies. You'll find them on our WEDDINGS page.
Aloha for now,
From Auntie at Maui Visitors Bureau

Dear Maui Visitors Bureau:
I found your address in the home page of Maui. I was wondering if there is a university in Maui. Thank you for your help.
B.D.
Renton, WA

Dear B.D.:
Maui is a wonderful place to study. Maui Community College (MCC) offers a complete selection of Associate degrees. In addition the Maui University Center, a program of the University of Hawaii also offers opportunities for Bachelor and Masters degrees in many fields. The campus is beautiful and many courses are offered through a state-of-the-art distance learning program as well. Check it all out at the MCC website.
>Aloha for now,
From Auntie at Maui Visitors Bureau

Dear Maui Visitors Bureau:
I am planning a trip to Maui in June/July 1998. There will be 9 adults, 2 children (ages 10 & 17) require 5 - 6 bedrooms. Beach access a must, a pool a plus. We are just in the planning stages and would like to find as many homes as possible to choose the perfect place. We will be there approx 7 nights, would like something upscale, "special". Our price range $3 - 4,000 for the week, including tax and cleaning. Do you know of anything? We will have our first planning meeting in the next two weeks, as much info as possible is appreciated.
C.D.
San Diego, CA

Dear C.D.:
Whew! Sounds like you'll need plenty of help. Good thing you asked us!   I suggest you contact one of our Maui Experts Travel Agencies. They're all Maui folks who know our island like the back of their hands. They're available vial email through our "Create Your Maui Vacation Online" page. It's their job to help out on all the details -- sounds like you'll give them a workout!
Aloha for now,
From Auntie at Maui Visitors Bureau

Dear Maui Visitors Bureau:
I just became father of a son called MAUI! I would like to buy small t-shirts for him with his name/ your islands' name on it. Where can I order them? Masha danki (thanks)
I. S.
Curacao (Dutch Caribbean)

Aloha I.S.:
Congratulations! What fun to have a keiki (that's Hawaiian for child) named Maui! Several of our shopping centers and local retailers have websites available through our SHOPPING page. Shop til you drop! Aloha for now, From Auntie at Maui Visitors Bureau

Dear Maui Visitors Bureau:
I am doing a school report on Maui. I will be doing a lecture for my class and would like to have a visual aid. Is it possible to get a map of Maui on a transparency?
J.B.
Bend, OR

Dear J.B.:
Easy! Just go to the map on our website. If you have a printer connected to your computer you can just click on the "print" icon on your browser, or save the page to your hard disk. Then you can print it out on a transparency sheet -- you can get them at most office supply stores, or put the file on a floppy disk and take it to someplace like Kinko's or Dittos. Good luck with your lecture.
Aloha for now,
From Auntie at Maui Visitors Bureau

Dear Maui Visitors Bureau:
My wife and I will arrive on Wednesday, September 3 for a one-week stay in the Kapalua area. We will be accompanied by our 2-year old son and are interested in finding information on activities appropriate for him. He loves horses, music, drawing and has the short attention span of a typical 2-year old. We will have a rental car and plan on doing the normal tours - Haleakala and Hana, but expect we will get more out of those activities than will our son. We would like to find some things that he would really enjoy -- not only to make it a more fun trip for him, but to preserve our sanity. We would be most appreciative of any recommendations you could make.
S.K.
Tokyo, Japan

Dear S.K.:
Lucky you come Maui. Keiki (chldren's) activities are available all over the island. Find out more at our "Family Vacactions" page. You'll find info from all the hotels, activity providers, community organizationrs and more. And by the way -- we've also got baby gear for rent and baby sitters too!
Aloha for now,
From Auntie at Maui Visitors Bureau

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