Wow...this thread came back from the dead. Since it did I will share how it went. Maui is by far the best vacation spot I have ever been to! The scenery is amazing everywhere you go with lots of fun exploring to be had. I rented a cheap Trek road bike from South Maui Cycles. I liked the bike shop so much I bought a jersey from them to represent when I ride in Wisconsin. We stayed in a condo in Kihei. Every morning I went on a 30 - 40 mile ride exploring local roads. This was a great compromise, because my wife had her time while I had mine. Sometimes I would be riding right by the ocean, while other times the mountains were in view. One of the best rides I took was going to Big Beach in Makena State Park. I stopped and took pictures of beaches along the way. I had fresh mango from a local farmer. It was so peaceful riding in Maui. The next time I go I plan to do the West Maui loop and climb to Haleakala. If you can get to Maui please do so. We spent 4 days in Oahu to start our trip, and that wasn't for me. The weather was beautiful, but Oahu is as touristy as you would expect. I'm not a city person, and Oahu is mostly city unless you go across to the other side of the island. Maui is my pace. You can do as much or as little as you want. The towns are all smaller in size and unique in their own way. I can't wait until I get back. I'm glad we spent 8 days in Maui.
