The best way to Maui
If you go
THE BEST WAY TO MAUI
From LAX, United, American and Delta offer nonstop service to Kahului; and Hawaiian, United, American and Delta offer connecting service (change of plane). Restricted round-trip airfares begin at $619, including fees and taxes.
WHERE TO STAY
Maliko Retreat, Makawao; (808) 268-3646 connects to an answering machine. https://www.malikoretreat.blogspot.com. A sweet two-bedroom cottage, with a full kitchen, large deck, free Wi-Fi. Rates start at $198.
WHERE TO EAT
Komoda Store & Bakery, 3674 Baldwin Ave., Makawao; (808) 572-7261. You can’t throw a stick in Makawao without hearing someone rave about the cream puffs at this old-school bakery. Pastries are plentiful and super-cheap. Closed Wednesdays and Sundays.
TO LEARN MORE
Maliko Gulch Tours, (808) 268-3646. Tours cost $100 for up to two people, last about two hours and are not for the faint of heart or those with limited mobility. If you’d like to donate to help upkeep this sacred area, contact Kahu Laki Pomaikai Kaahumanu’s nonprofit Church on the Go. https://www.churchonthego.us/ministry-in-action.html.
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