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Maui has long been a favorite of visitors because it represents everything that people think of when they picture Hawaii, a beautiful blend of beaches, volcanoes, palm trees, an agriculture without the crowds. Now, that last part is subjective, of course – Maui certainly has its fair share of visitors, and you can find all those things mentioned above on Oahu – but because Maui lacks a big city, it’s overall vibe is much calmer than what you find on Oahu.

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ps: If you are planning to visit Maui you should have a look at our Maui overview article, which lists our 5 favorite activities and must-see places in each of the 6 districts

Köppen climate zone map of Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi, showing wet windward rainforest, dry leeward steppe at Kīhei and Lāhainā, and polar tundra atop Haleakalā.

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Picnic table at the Kipahulu campground above the shoreline

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Waiʻānapanapa State Park on Maui

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Maui on a Budget (Cheap & Free Things to do on Maui)

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Big Beach on Maui - aerial shot

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Summer is the best season for snorkeling on Maui because the waters are calm and clear. Photo by Subtle Cinematics on Unsplash

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When Should You Visit Maui?

NOAA’s Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale Sanctuary says thousands of whales gather in the Auʻau Channel off Maui’s west coast between November and April, with the…

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banyan tree park on maui

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Sunrise from Pololu valley

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Molokini and Kaho'olawe

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sunrise from lanikax pillbox on oahu

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Long exposure shot (notice the elongated star trails) of the Milky Way from a Kauaʻi beach.

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A Hawaiian green sea turtle (Honu) swimming off the coast.

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Aerial view of Little Beach

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The Nāpali coast cliffs as seen from a helicopter

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Maui or Kauaʻi, which is better?

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people hiking in Iao Valley

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Caldera of the Haleakala volcano

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The second-biggest island in the chain, much of Maui’s appeal comes from its natural landscape and biodiversity, including its two massive volcanoes, whale watching and marine ecosystems

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O‘ahu is the lively center and most visited of all Hawaiian Islands. As a paradise for active travelers it is rich in experiences that include nature, culinary discoveries, historic landmarks, shopping, nightlife and festivals.

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With a population of less than 75,000, Kauaʻi is truly a small-town island, littered with open space, protected preserves, and old plantation history.

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