As for Illinois/Wisconsin residents you'll be flying out of O'hare - ORD You'll be flying into Maui Kahului Airport- OGG

No. With everyone having their own budget we encourage you to stay at whatever resort you prefer. If you want to be close to the Venue, I suggest staying anywhere near/on Kaanapali Beach. Again, you can book with any hotel you choose.

Of course. It's right on Kaanapali Beach.

9 hours direct flying out of O'hare. The time will vary depending on where you are flying out of and if you have a connecting flight. It can be challenging to find a direct flight to Maui, but it does exist depending on what day you flight out. We usually fly direct there and red eye w/connecting flight home. The time of day you fly out is totally up to you-- we suggest booking an early flight out to have a full day and then booking a late flight home, again to give you another full day so you are not wasting your last day packing up and sitting in an airport. IF you need to book a connecting flight --ensure the connecting duration is not too long- Otherwise you will not be too thrilled when you're sitting in the airport for 3 hours hating your life. Typically 45-60 min is the perfect amount of time to get off the plane and stretch out the legs while you reflect on how amazing the trip was and why you didn't book it for longer.

Yes. You can get around Maui by shuttle, tour bus, taxi or public transportation. But to really experience Maui, you should consider reserving a rental car in advance.

It’s completely up to you. Everyone has their own budget. We suggest at minimum 7 days-- keep in mind 2 of those days you are traveling as well as adjusting to the time zone. Bonus: May 30th is Memorial Day

Maui is 5 hours behind CST. Example: If it's 8:55am in Chicago, its 3:55am in Maui. Hawaii follows Hawaii Standard Time (GMT-10 hours), which is five hours behind Eastern Standard Time and two hours behind Pacific Standard Time. Hawaii does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so add one extra hour to the time difference during this period (March through November).

Haleakala: 1 hour, 50 min Hana: 2 hour, 30 min Kaanapali: 50 min Kapalua: 60 min Kihei: 25 minutes Lahaina: 45 minutes Wailea: 35 minutes Wailuku: 45 minutes

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It’s warm on Maui, so pack your summer attire. You may want to pack a light jacket or sweater for the evenings, or a heavier jacket if you plan to visit Haleakala. Suits and ties are rarely worn here. Bring some casual dress clothes or resort wear if you plan on experiencing Maui’s nightlife. Also, if you plan to hike through waterfalls, I highly suggest ordering a pair of comfortable water shoes ahead of time to bring with. We found ours on Amazon and they are a game changer for hiking in the water. Find the ones with the highest reviews-- those are likely the ones we have.

Lahaina & Ka'anapali: long beaches, historic towns, snorkeling tours, and hula shows Hana Highway: lush rural forests, waterfalls, windsurfing, and a stunning 64-mile coastal highway Kihei & Wailea: white sandy beaches, lava fields, reef snorkeling, dry weather Upcountry Maui & Haleakala: ranches, vineyards, floral gardens, hiking trails, art galleries West Maui: resort towns, lush forests, high rainfall, scenic coastal drives Central Maui: golf courses, sugar and pineapple plantations, shopping areas, parks

Explore the volcanic crater at Haleakala National Park Go for a hike to a hidden waterfall or a lush rainforest Road to Hana Go snorkeling or scuba diving around Molokini island Helicopter Tour Visit the 130-year old banyan tree in Lahaina that spreads out over two-thirds of an acre

The weather in Maui is comfortably warm and humid year-round. Summer highs reach the high 80s while winter lows sit in the mid-60s. The mean annual temperature is 76 degrees (just perfect, if you ask us)! March is generally the wettest month, while July is the windiest. The sea temperature is suitable for swimming year-round as well, with average temperatures between 75 and 79 degrees. The one exception to the "comfortably warm" rule is the summit of Haleakala. Because of its high altitude, temperatures in the national park are routinely 30 degrees colder than at sea level. Nighttime lows can dip below freezing and wind and rain are possible at any time, so dress accordingly if you're planning a visit.

Mama's Fish House in Paia . Let's be real though, Every restaurant in Maui is incredible.

No. Hawaii doesn't have all-inclusives, although they do have some hotels that include breakfast. There are also places that have kitchens so you can cook. You won't find places that include all food and drinks though.

You can book whichever way you prefer, however we booked through Expedia. The process is a breeze--- Click package and select add Car-- It will walk you through everything from hotel selection, flight and rental car. It also gives you the option to book any excursions.

Helicopter tour with doors off!

As of March 26, 2022 domestic travelers to Hawaii will no longer need to fill out online codes no longer have to provide proof of vaccination and ultimately, there won't be any additional requirements or restrictions to fly to Hawaii on a domestic flight :)

Most certainly not, stay wherever you please.