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Driving Magazine 2013

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TOP 10 Things to do on Maui Adventure Tour If you're looking for excitement and a chance to feel the wind in your hair while exploring the Islands, these tours are exactly what you're after. One of the hottest adventures to hit Maui in the last few years is ziplining and you can try it with North Shore Zipline (269-0671), Piiholo Ranch Zipline & Tango Tower (572-1717) or Skyline Eco-Adventures Zipline (878-8400). On the slopes of Haleakala or the West Maui Mountains, you'll be treated to an easy eco-hike, with narration explaining all about the area. Then, get ready to launch off cliffs and zip across valleys. (Note: You must be at least 8 years old and weigh 60-250lbs. to zip the canopy and 75-275lbs. for zipline). number eight One of the newest activities on Maui is Paintball and Maui Paintball (866-7034) offers up a great course. Ten acres of play and eco-friendly food based paint, make this fun for the whole family. Road to Hana ACTIVITIES Our #10 on the list of activities not to miss is the scenic drive along the famous Road to Hana. It's a 52 mile two-lane road with over 600 hairpin turns crossing more than 50 bridges. People say that the drive to Hana isn't only about the destination, it's also about the journey. But hey, it's kinda hard to enjoy the journey when you're navigating those hairpin turns. Instead, keep your eyes on the road and pull over often. number Pamper Yourself nine No vacation to Maui is complete without a little hands-on relaxation! Coming in at #9, here are some ideal ways to take a vacation from your vacation. Third Heaven Spa (665-0087) has unique body treatments using all natural Hawaiian ingredients like seaweed and bamboo and offers oceanfront massages at their Kihei location. To experience the ultimate in relaxation, save time for a massage at Lahaina Massage Therapy (667-6260), offering a full service massage parlor in the heart of Lahaina. Take the ultimate spa escape, while in Hana at Luana Spa (248-8855). Call before you drive. Massages, body treatments and facials performed right in their cozy spa yurt. Now go relax and enjoy Maui! (continued on page 32) 30 The Driving Magazine of Maui For those who would rather focus on the beauty than the road, skip the driving and take a guided tour to Hana. Led by an expert, you'll ride in a luxury van without missing any waterfalls, beaches, or secret spots. Call Chauffeured Services (572-1800), then sit back, relax and enjoy. If you decide to drive the road, we recommend grabbing yourself a GPS Hana Tour Navigator from Gypsy Guide Tours (866-477-4171) or download their informative app. Another great option is a CD tour from Hana Picnic Lunch Co. (579-8686). Any of them will make the trip much more fun! And make sure you stop in at Half Way to Hana (248-7037), just past mile post 17, to sample their world famous, melt in your mouth banana bread - it's baked fresh daily. number ten

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