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Maui Golf

Seventy million years ago, Nature created Hawaii – a paradise of green-carpet valleys, emerald mountains draped in mist, and an ocean as blue and deep as the sky. It is a setting so perfectly sculpted, it’s clear that golf was part of Nature’s master plan. Our fairways are lush and bordered by rainforests and wild seascapes...And our hazards are a natural part of the landscape.

From lush hillside courses with views of neighboring islands and whales breaching offshore, to black lava layouts dotted with white sand bunkers, Hawaii offers you all the challenges and all of the pleasures of golf on more than eighty courses, spread over six uniquely different islands. So it isn’t surprising that eight Hawaii courses can be found in Golf Magazine’s list of Top 25 U.S. Golf Resorts (no other state has more than two).

In some circles, Maui is synonymous with golf. The island's world-famous golf courses start at the very northern tip of the island and roll right around to Kaanapali, jumping down to Kihei and Wailea in the south. There are also some lesser-known municipal courses that offer challenging play for less than $100.

Golfers new to Maui should know that it's windy here, especially between 10am and 2pm, when winds of 10 to 15 mph are the norm. Play two to three clubs up or down to compensate for the wind factor. I also recommend bringing extra balls -- the rough is thicker here and the wind will pick your ball up and drop it in very unappealing places (like water hazards).
Stand-by Golf (tel. 888/645-BOOK or 808/874-0600; www.stand-bygolf.com) between 7am and 9pm. Stand-by offers discounted (up to 50% off greens fees), guaranteed tee times for same-day or next-day golfing.

Golf Club Rentals (tel. 808/665-0800; www.mauiclubrentals.com) has custom-built clubs for men, women, and juniors (both right- and left-handed), which can be delivered island-wide; the rates are just $20 to $25 a day. The company also offers lessons with pros starting at $150 for 9 holes plus greens fees.

Makena Golf Resort – South Course – 18 holes – Par 72 – 7,014 yds. – Phone: 808-874-1111 – Fax: 808-879-8763 - $98 to $110.

Makena Golf Resort – North Course – 18 Holes – Par 72 – 6,914 yda – Phone: 808-879-3344 – Fax: 808-879-8763

Maui Villa Rentals

Maui is surrounded by miles of pristine coastline and boasts over scores of beaches. Many of these beaches are accessible beach parks that feature lifeguards, picnic facilities and restrooms. Others are undeveloped and are pristine "secret spots" off the beaten path. Our villas boast exceptional access to many of these exotic beaches. Maui villas offer a rare blend of rustic nature with the modern amenities that the discerning traveler demands.