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WINE & DINE MAUI
Like the rest of the Hawaiian Islands , Maui ’ s cuisine is fresh and flavourful , leaning into local ingredients and catch-of-the-day seafood . Fish not your thing ? Don ’ t worry , there ’ s plenty to tempt the vegetarians and paleos too .
PHOTOS : ADOBE STOCK ; DON STOUDER ; UNSPLASH
Feast at Mama ’ s Fish House Lovers , you simply can ’ t skip a trip to Mama ’ s Fish House in Pài ' a . But just know , it ’ s so iconic that you ’ ll need to book up to six months in advance ! Nope , not a typo . Try the waitlist if you ’ re travelling soon but lock those reservations in now if you can . The food is incredible and presented with such creativity — think seared and sliced freshcaught octopus , macadamia-nut crab cakes , and lobster tails , with beef filets and short ribs for the landlubbers . Whatever is on the seasonal menu , rest assured , there ’ s a reason travellers will do just about anything to dine at this beachfront beauty ! Our tip ? Leave room for the Insta-famous Polynesian Black Pearl : Manoa chocolate mousse served in a seashell cookie . So good !
Paia Fishmarket
For a guaranteed fresh catch , drop by the Pai ' a Fishmarket . As well as delicious fresh fish , seafood and fries you ’ ll find equally yum tacos , burgers , and salad . Love their vibe ? You ’ ll also find outlets in Lahaina and Kihei .
Say aloha to a lu ' au
Attending a lu ' au is one of the easiest ways to connect with the local culture and will forever fill your hearts with precious island memories . The engaging blend of song , dance , storytelling , and feasting kicks off at sunset , with festivities lasting well into the night . Sip tropical cocktails with your toes in the sand and immerse yourselves in the spectacular Hawaiian culture . Many resorts offer a regular lu ' au evening , and we highly recommend booking at least one . H
GOOD TO KNOW
Hawai ‘ i Tourism Oceania is the official tourism board responsible for the promotion of the Hawaiian Islands in Australia and New Zealand . Hawai ' i offers six beautiful islands to visit . From north to south : Kaua ‘ i , O ' ahu , Moloka ‘ i , Maui , Lãna ' i and the Island of Hawai ‘ i / Big Island . No matter which you visit , you ’ ll be overwhelmed by its beauty , diversity , and the warmth of its people . gohawaii . com / au
The writer flew with Hawaiian Airlines , the hometown carrier of Hawai ’ i for over 93 years . Flying five times a week from Sydney to Honolulu , with 130 connections daily to neighbouring islands , guests can experience the generous hospitality of the Hawaiian Islands with award-winning service , complimentary meals , beers and cocktails . Flights depart Sydney in the evening , arriving mid-morning in Honolulu . The Airbus A330 flying Sydney-Honolulu offers lie-flat Business Class , Main Cabin and Hawaiian Airlines ' popular Extra Comfort seating with more legroom , priority services and additional amenities . hawaiianairlines . com . au
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