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Ingenious way to encourage recycling

Ka'ohu Farms invites you to recycle

 

 

Surfboard Fence

Best Recycling Project :

Just ask anyone who has ever visited  Maui and they will tell you why it is little wonder that Maui has been voted the  “Best Island”  by the readers of Conde Nast Traveler for seventeen years in a row.  No one could argue that there are  beautiful beaches and incredible natural scenery, but on my recent  drive along   HWY  36 – the famous Road to Hana, I think  I have discovered a new category and reason  why  Maui is the best . The best on going recycling project.

The Road to Hana is a Fifty-two mile two lane road with over 200 hairpin turns crossing over more than  fifty bridges - Removed from the rest of Maui  but so worth the drive – I suggest you allow a full day to make this trip  so you do not miss any of the special stops along the way such as a photo op  at  Ka’ohu Farms on Kaupakalua Road -one of Maui’s most famous landmarks . I have heard that images of this whimsical surfboard fence hang on the walls of  art galleries and have been featured over the years on the pages of many magazines.  He has also been featured in  The Maui News , in an article by  Lehia Apana Staff Writer , www.themauinews.com , I have posted this full article on my facebook page for your enjoyment.

Ka’ohu Farms  is the passion of  Haiku resident   Donald “DJ” Dettloff , we all just get to enjoy the fruits of his labor.I am so glad  he cared enough to give other peoples  junk surfboards new life in such a unique way.

Do yourself a favor and get out and explore the islands you never know what you will find when you dare to get off the beaten path-  if you need some assistance planning your trip – Just email  me   linda@honeymoonsinc.com    and we will get started planning your unique trip to Maui . Read the full article on the Maui Surfboard Fence on my facebook page www.facebook.com/linda.dancer

 

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]]> http://hawaiiweddingandhoneymoonguru.com/2012/03/26/another-best-for-maui/feed/ 0 Maui is “Best Island in the World” for the 16th Time http://hawaiiweddingandhoneymoonguru.com/2010/10/18/maui-is-%e2%80%9cbest-island-in-the-world%e2%80%9d-for-the-16th-time/ http://hawaiiweddingandhoneymoonguru.com/2010/10/18/maui-is-%e2%80%9cbest-island-in-the-world%e2%80%9d-for-the-16th-time/#comments Mon, 18 Oct 2010 17:17:02 +0000 Hawaii http://hawaiiweddingandhoneymoonguru.com/?p=313 Exciting announcement from the Maui Visitors and Convention Bureau!

MAUI IS “BEST ISLAND IN THE WORLD” FOR THE 16th TIME

“The Magic Isle” Captures Highest Score of Any Destination in the World for 2010

MAUI, Hawai’i – For an unprecedented 16th time, “Maui, the Magic Isle” captured “Best Island in the World” honors in the 23rd annual CONDE NAST TRAVELER Readers’ Choice Awards Poll. With a score of 90.7, it also garnered “Best Pacific Island” for the 20th consecutive year. According to the magazine, “Maui is the only island to score above 90, making it No. 1 in the world for the sixteenth time.”

In the “Best Pacific Island” category, sister island Kaua’i placed second with a score of 88.8. Bora Bora ranked third with 85.5. Other Hawaiian islands placing in the “Top Ten” were: 6th place Hawai’i Island (83.5); 7th place O’ahu (83.3); and 8th place Lāna’i (80.8). Other top island destinations in the world included winners in the following geographical categories: Asia/Indian Ocean (Males, 86.4), Caribbean/Atlantic (Bermuda, 83.7), North America (Kiawah, 83.0) and Europe (Mykonos and the Cyclades, 78.0).

Maui’s score once again surpassed all other top destinations worldwide, convincingly topping every single “Best City” category winner including Oceania (Sydney, 86.1), U.S. (San Francisco, 84.3), Europe (Florence, 84.6), Asia (Bangkok, 82.9), Africa/Middle East (Capetown, 83.7) and The Americas (Vancouver, 82.4).

“After a successful summer season, this is simply more wonderful news for Maui,” stated Terryl Vencl, executive director, Maui Visitors and Convention Bureau. “We are blessed with stunning natural beauty, world-class service, top-notch activities, excellent restaurants and myriad accommodation options.”

Maui County Mayor Charmaine Tavares added, “Our cherished host culture and the gracious aloha of our residents continue to make such awards possible.” Mayor Tavares concluded, “this very prestigious honor is yet again testament to our visitor industry and most importantly, our people of Maui.”

The hotels of Maui County completely dominated the “Top Hawai’i Resorts” list. In this category, four of the top five winners were from Maui and Lāna’i. The list includes: 1. Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea; 2. Hotel Hāna Maui and Honua Spa; 4. Four Seasons Resort Lāna’i at Mānele Bay and 5. Four Seasons Resort Lāna’i, The Lodge at Kō’ele. Four Seasons Resort Hualālai (Hawai’i Island) ranked third. Other Maui properties ranked in the Top 20 including: #9 Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui; #11 Grand Wailea; #15 Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua and Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa (tie) and #20 Westin Maui Resort & Spa (tied with Kaua’i Marriott and Beach Club). In total, Maui captured nine of the “Top 20″ spots.

The magazine’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards poll analyzes the travel preferences of their readership in various categories including cities, islands, airlines, cruise lines, hotels, spas, resorts and rental cars. Ratings are based on the responses of CONDE NAST TRAVELER subscribers who participated in the 23rd annual poll. More than 25,000 readers participated this year and complete results are published in the November 2010 issue, which arrives on newsstands later this month.

The Maui Visitors and Convention Bureau via the Hawai’i Visitors and Convention Bureau is contracted by the Hawai’i Tourism Authority (HTA), the state of Hawai’i’s tourism agency, for marketing management services in North America. The HTA was established in 1998 to ensure a successful visitor industry well into the future. Its mission is to strategically manage Hawai’i tourism in a sustainable manner consistent with the state of Hawai’i’s economic goals, cultural values, preservation of natural resources, community desires, and visitor industry needs.

“Congratulations to Maui for once again winning the hearts of travelers and receiving this prestigious designation, ” said Mike McCartney, president and CEO of Hawai’i Tourism Authority. “This honor is a testament to both Maui’s visitor industry and its people for providing visitors with an authentic and unique experience they can’t find anywhere else in the world.”

“Maui nō ka ‘oi!” or “Maui is the Best!” is a common Hawaiian refrain. World-class resorts, award winning cuisine, championship golf and the islands’ host Hawaiian culture have propelled Maui into the limelight.

Ready to experience Maui?  Contact me today to book your dream Maui vacation! linda@honeymoonsinc.com!

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MAUI IS “BEST ISLAND IN THE WORLD” FOR THE 15th TIME

“Perennial Favorite” Captures Highest Score of Any Destination Across the Globe for 2009

MAUI, Hawai‘i – For an unprecedented 15th time, “Maui, the Magic Isle” captured “Best Island in the World” honors in the 22nd annual CONDE NAST TRAVELER Readers’ Choice Awards Poll.

With a score of 90.1, Maui was also voted “Best Pacific Island” for the 19th consecutive year. In the “Best Pacific Island” category, sister island Kaua‘i placed second with a score of 87.8. Bora Bora ranked third with 84.9 and the Great Barrier Reef’s 84.0 score was enough for 4th place. Completing the “Top Ten” were: 5th place Moorea (83.5); 6thplace Hawai’i Island (83.0); 7th place O‘ahu (81.7); 8th place Lāna‘i (79.8); 9th place Galapagos (76.6) and 10th place Tazmania (76.5). Other top island destinations in the world included winners in the following geographical categories: Asia (Maldives, 87.5), Caribbean (Bermuda, 81.3), North America (Kiawah, 79.9) and Europe (Mykonos and the Cyclades, 77.3).

Maui’s score once again surpassed all other top destinations worldwide beating out every single “Best City” category winner including Australia/Pacific (Sydney, 86.9), U.S. (San Francisco, 84.8), Europe (Florence, 84.6), Asia (Ubud, 82.5), Africa (Capetown, 82.4) and The Americas (Vancouver, 82.3).

“As destinations everywhere continue to endure challenging times, Maui has been able to capture the hearts and minds of treasured visitors from all across the globe,” stated Terryl Vencl, executive director, Maui Visitors Bureau. “We are truly blessed with stunning natural beauty and our cherished host culture while the gracious aloha of our residents continues to entice and inspire.” She concluded, “this prestigious honor is yet again testament to Maui’s visitor industry and most importantly, the people of our beloved island home.”

CONDE NAST TRAVELER reported, “The Pacific Ocean is the ratings powerhouse. Of ten islands that score above 80, seven are Oceania and four are Hawaiian led – as usual, by Maui.” During the awards ceremony held Thursday evening in New York City before a crowd of hundreds, Maui was introduced as “the perennial favorite.”

For the first time, the hotels of Maui Nui (Maui, Moloka‘i and Lāna‘i) dominated the “Top Hawai‘i Resorts” category. Of the publication’s “Top Hawai‘i Resorts”, four of the top five were Maui Nui properties including: 1. Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea; 3. Four Seasons Resort Lāna‘i, The Lodge at Kō‘ele; 4. Hotel Hāna Maui and Honua Spa; and 5. Four Seasons Resort Lāna‘i at Mānele Bay. (Four Seasons Resort Hualālai on Hawai‘i Island ranked second).

Other Maui properties ranked at the top included: #9 Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui; #12 Grand Wailea; #14 Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua; #15 Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa and #20 Westin Maui Resort & Spa. In total, Maui Nui captured nine of the “Top 20” spots.

The magazine’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards poll analyzes the travel preferences of their readership in various categories including cities, islands, airlines, cruise lines, hotels, spas, resorts and rental cars. Ratings are based on the responses of CONDE NAST TRAVELER subscribers who participated in the 22nd annual poll. More than 25,000 readers participated this year and complete results are published in the November 2009 issue, which arrives on newsstands later this month.

“Maui nō ka ‘oi!” or “Maui is the Best!” is a common Hawaiian refrain. World-class resorts, award winning cuisine, championship golf, staggering natural beauty and the islands’ host Hawaiian culture have propelled Maui into the limelight. For more information, visit www.visitmaui.com or call 800-525-6284.

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