Westin Hotel, Maui

Had a very enjoyable time at the Westin, Kaanapali Beach, Lahaina, Maui last August 2008. Unfortunately they are beginning to cut corners. Maintenance seemed degraded from just a year prior. The nice leis that were always at the entrance for arriving guests have been replaced by cheap sea shell necklaces (Made in China?).

Still meals and drinks at the very close Hula Grill were reasonable and of good quality. Be sure to catch the Hula Grill's happy hour.

Leilani's continues to be great. Eating downstairs is sure cheaper than the upstairs restaurant. If eating at the restaruant, be sure to hit the "Early Bird" specials. Great food for a reasonable price, only if on the Early Bird.

We had an unbelievably fun time parasailing off the beach. Unlike Mexico where "off the beach" really meant "Off The Beach), and then landing back on the beach (with broken ankles,etc.) here you are taken out to a boat and go up off (and back down to) the back of aboat. This is much safer. UFO Parasailing leaves from near the front of the Westin. Reasonable and a fun time.