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| Maui Travel Guide for backpackers |
| Known as the Valley Isle, Maui is the perfect little island for that holiday in the sun with magnificent scenery and an ocean filled with rainbow-hued marine life.
Sandy beaches under a bright sun, exploring the 10,000-foot volcano that makes up this island and wild adventures are all part of the charm of this Hawaiian haven floating quietly in the wide Pacific Ocean. |
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 DAILY BUDGET in MAUI - For $25 a day a backpacker could make it by camping and self-catering, but $100 a day will see you right with a private room, good restaurant food, and taking in a few of the paying attractions. |
Banyan Tree - Planted in the Courthouse Square in 1873 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Lahaina's first Christian mission, the tree now stands over 50 ft tall with a massive girth that encompasses 12 major trunks, shading two thirds of an acre.
Kula Botanical Garden - Orchids, protea's, and bromeliads form part of the 5 acres of exotic garden, which is home to Hawaii's indigenous flora.
Lahaina Jodo Mission - This sacred site with a name that means ‘the hill freed from taboo', was once a refuge for Japanese immigrants in 1868, and has a 12ft high Great Buddha statue brought to Maui in 1968 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of their arrival.
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Cafe des Amis - Serving healthy and delicious food that comes at a reasonable price, this cafe is a popular choice for the locals.
Pauwela Cafe - Grab some of the best food on the island, such as sandwiches, salads and muffins.
Grandma's Coffee House - Food just like Grandma made way back in 1918 is served here with such offerings as home-baked pastries, pasta, curries and sandwiches.
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Cheeseburger in Paradise - On Front/Lahainaluna cnr, this is a great hangout with loud live rock pumping up the crowd from 4:30 to 11 pm each night.
Longhi's - Jazz and salsa are what usually get the crowd going at this spot, with occasional rock by passing bands.
Maui Brews - 900 Front St, DJ's or live music attract late-night revelers to this nightclub, where the restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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