Showing posts with label Maui vacation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Maui vacation. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Maui Daydreams On My Mind

Travelin' Pat is yet again daydreaming about Maui. I hope she comes to visit us again this winter.

The other day while sitting in my living room, I drifted off to that altered state that wasn’t quite a sleep but more like a daydream.

It felt so delicious that afterward I was happy and my spirit felt lighter.

You see, I had been off to Maui….. Maui where the “livin is easy” and the biggest decision of the day is Mai tai or Pina Colada?




In Maui I am usually up early, chomping at the bit to go on a walk (usually a chore at home), and soak up the local color. In my altered state I was ambling down a long picturesque street overflowing with native trees and flowers.

Oh heavens, the flowers here are so amazing. The fragrance from the Plumeria was all encompassing, or was it the bougainvillea or hibiscus? Who cares really, it was my daydream and it was lovely.




And the birdlife…they are all going full tilt cheerfully singing away, and sound so very different from the birds that I am used to.

Then I reach the park where a meandering ocean side walk-way ushers me past all the paddle boarders and swimmers out early to catch the water before it gets too wavy. The sun is glinting off the sea and the light is just perfect. As I stroll along I observe an eclectic mix of folks… long hairs and corporate types, families and loners, surfers and beach bunnies. I love it.


Our Canadian Thanksgiving has come and gone so I better think about packing the flip-flops and flippers, oh yes and the swimsuit and maybe I'll get there in time for American Thanksgiving at the end of November.  I wonder if I can day dream my way into the perfect beach body before I leave?

I just heard from a tropical bird that the Maui Garden House has had a cancellation for November. So take advantage of the cheap flights and treat yourself to a wonderful Maui vacation.

Friday, June 3, 2011

Maui Festivals and Events Happening in June

If you decide to take your Maui vacation in June, there are quite a few great festivals and events going on this month.

Saturday June 4 - 5:30 - 8:30 PM - Fundraiser for Friends of Moku'ula
On Saturday June 4th the Old Lahaina Luau will hold a fundraiser for the Friends of Moku'ula. If you attend this benefit, proceeds will go to aid in the perservation and excavation of Moku'ula, one of Hawaii's most significant archaological site.
Maui's Old Lahaina Luau, includes a fantastic buffet, open bar and incredible entertainment. It is billed as the Best Luau on Maui.

Friday June 9 - June 12 - 30th Annual Kapalua Wine and Food Festival - Ritz-Carlton Kapalua

This wine lover's festival is kicked off by Sniff! Swish! Sip! on June 9 from 10 AM to 1 PM. This introductory class will be given by master sommeliers as they explore the great winegrowing regions of the world. The festival will feature tasting, pairings, lectures, receptions and more. During the Sunday finale of the event, Maui No Ka 'Oi Magazine will host the Seafood Festival and present its Best of Fest Award to one outstanding restaurant.

Wednesday June 15 - June 19 - Maui Film Festival at Wailea

On the opening night there will be a Twilight Reception at Capische restaurant in the Hotel Wailea. After pu pus and cocktails, the Festival will pay tribute to Megan Fox and Jack McCoy, director of the opening night film "A Deeper Shade of Blue" The various films during the 5 day festival will be held throughtout Wailea Resort as well as the Maui Arts and Cultural Center. For more info click here

June 25 - 10 AM - 3 PM - Mesore! Maui Okinawan Festival

The Maui Okinawan Festival is presented by Maui's Okinawan community and features music dance, taiko and sanshin, martial arts deomonstrations as well as traditional Okinawan food, crafts and artifacts. Free Admission. FYI Okinawa is one of Japan's southern prefectures.

Make the Maui Garden House your base for taking in the June Festivals and Events in Maui.