Detail Information- Maui Airport Description OGG - Kahului International Airport Best Time to Visit May thru October Resort Areas Makena, Wailea, Kihei, Lahaina, Kaanapali, Kahana, Napili. Travel with minors No restrictions. Bank Information Hawaiian banks observe normal banking hours. ATM Available Yes Currency U.S. dollar Departure Taxes   Drinking Water The water throughout Hawaii is safe to drink. Duty Free Shopping In order to take advantage of duty free shopping, you must have a plane ticket with an international destination. Climate/Topography The two volcanoes that built Maui and dominate its landscape give it a remarkable range of climate zones, including: tropical rainforests, high alpine shrub lands, bogs, grasslands and stony deserts. Electricity U.S. standard Gambling There is no legalized casino gambling in any of the Hawaiian Islands. Innoculations/Vaccination N/A Language English Location Description The Hawaiian Islands lie 2,400 miles southwest of San Francisco (about 5 hours by air), and Maui is the second largest island in the Hawaiian Island chain, located just above the big island of Hawaii. Proof of Citizenship Photo I.D. - driver's license or employee I.D. Golf Courses Wailea Resort offers three championship courses. Wailea Blue is a gracious course ranked among America's best by Golf Digest. The Blue's fairways offer stunning views of the ocean and Mt. Haleakala. It features several fountains and lakes, an abundance of colorful hibiscus, wiliwili trees, bougainvillea and plumeria. While it has challenged some of the finest professional players in the world, it also offers a measure of forgiveness in its wider fairways and large greens. Wailea Gold is the most challenging of Wailea's trio. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., it has ranked among the country's best new courses by Golf Magazine and Golf Digest, and voted one of the best-designed by Conde Nast Traveler. Jones flavored the Gold with elements of classic course design, and finished with a rugged, natural look. Throughout are stark lava rock outcroppings, indigenous grasses, an abundance of kiawe (a relative of mesquite), and remnants of papohaku (prehistoric lava rock walls). Wailea Emerald is the third in the trio of Wailea Courses, and has been rated one of the best new courses by Golf Magazine and Golf Digest, as well as one of North America's most women-friendly by Golf for Women. Akin to a lush tropical playground, this is a superbly designed course created for pure golf enjoyment. Measuring 6,825 yds from the back, the Emerald features four to six tee boxes on every hole, allowing players to tailor the course to their playing level. Notable features include a large double green shared by holes #10 and #17. The Kaanapali North and Kaanapali South Golf Courses are two 18-hole championship layouts. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr., The North Course was named by Golf Digest magazine as "one of the top 10 courses in Hawaii." This par-72 layout measures 7,179 yds from the championship tees and 6,136 from the men's tee. It offers scenic fairways, rolling greens and panoramic views of the Pacific. Like the North Course, The South Course begins at sea level and winds up the slopes of the West Maui Mountains to the 200-ft level. The South Course, at 6,250 from the regular tees, is much shorter than the North. The layout is a traditional par-72, with four par threes, 10 par fours, and four par fives. Like the North Course, tradewinds can be a factor, as can the slope of the fairways. The Makena Resort boasts 36 holes of pristine golf, designed by renowned architect Robert Trent Jones, Jr. Opened in 1993 to rave reviews, The North Course feels more like a nature walk than a golf course, with captivating views of the blue Pacific. Hawaiian rock walls remain where they were found, and natural gullies and streambeds are left intact. The South Course provides the serenity and tranquility many golfers look for. With its natural rolling fairways, undulating greens, and breathtaking views, the South Course is a favorite among many Maui golfers. Kapula Golf offers three championship courses.The Plantation Course is the site of the PGA TOUR's Mercedes Championships, featuring an elite field of previous year's PGA TOUR winners. Designed by Ben Crenshaw and Bill Coore, this par 73, 7,263-yard course unfurls across natural geographic formations and pineapple plantation fields. Arnold Palmer and Francis Duane designed The Bay Course. The forerunner of Kapalua's three championship golf courses, The Bay is a 6,600-yard par 72 with gently rolling fairways and generous greens. The Bay is an excellent example of resort golf at its best. Kapalua's second Arnold Palmer design layout, The Village Course, twists, turns, rises and falls through the West Maui foothills. A serene trek through Hawaiian headlands, stands of Cook and Norfolk pines characterize this par 70 6,317-yard course. The Village is complex enough to challenge both seasoned professional and beginners alike. Dress Description Casual summer wear is appropriate all year round, comfortable shoes or even hiking boots are highly recommended. Visitors may also want to bring a long-sleeved shirt or sweater for the cooler evenings, or a jacket if they plan to visit the higher elevations. Handicap Information Wheelchair accessible public and private transportation is available throughout the island, as are many accessible beaches, restaurants and hotels. Rental Car Information Apple Vacations offers advance car rental service through Alamo, though many major agencies are available throughout the Hawaiian Islands. Time Zone Hawaiian Time Zone, 3 hours behind Pacific Time. Tipping & Taxes Tipping is at the discretion of the customer. Tourist Board Phone #   Wedding Requirement There is no waiting requirement for marriage licenses in Hawaii, but the bride and groom must obtain the license in person ($25 payable in cash, valid statewide for 30 days). Guests can check at their hotel for the nearest licensing agent. Weather Conditions Day-time summer high temperatures range from an average of 85°-88°F, with night-time lows an average of 66°-70°. Winter day-time highs range from an average of 81°-85°, with night average lows of 63°-67°.