Now on to the next days
The next day we decided to start it at the pool. We took a breakfast of bagels and fruit out to grab some beach chairs
We grabbed lunch in the room and then off to a Spa for a Sunset Massage
We had to drive about 45 minutes across the island but it was worth it. This spa is located in the Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort.
Our massage was at 6:00 so they told to arrive at 5:00 to enjoy the other spa amenities.
When we got there they checked us in and gave us lockers......and informed us that this was a swimsuit optional spa. I'm sorry, what exactly is the other option????? And this is why I only have a picture of the spa door. There were people there who opted for the all natural, hello world, option - so cameras were strictly forbidden. We wore swimsuits. I am sure it wasn't necessary for me to say that but I want us to be clear. But the spa is super nice. They had a couple of huge hot tubs and cold plunge pools. They also had a dry sauna and a wet sauna. Then they had 5 different pools that each had different properties.....like ocean, volcano, healing etc. They had little showers off on the side. You were supposed to enjoy a good soak in each pool but rinse off in between each.
Have you seen the movie the Upside....well I went to try rinsing off in one of the showers and it was very much like this scene
These showers maybe why swimsuits became optional. I am pretty sure some were shredded or perhaps ripped off in this shower. Anyway, we got a good laugh out of the shower. We each had a full body sugar honey scrub and then we were off to our individual rooms for massages. The massages were great and we all ended up on the veranda overlooking a pool about 5 minutes before Sunset. Highly recommend the spa..... with a swimsuit.
We did a little browsing while we were out and I learned something new. I love some new retail knowledge. Gucci and Louis Vuitton both have stores in a nearby mall.
The prices are discounted from main land prices. So you can buy a very expensive purse for approximately 20% less and their tax is only 4%. The LV Neverfull bag is $1400 here. There it was only $1150. So if you have a trip planned, you can call the Maui store order what you want so they have it there when you arrive, pop by and pick it up and SAVE some money. Who knew? If you need to look and feel and try things out before you buy, go early in your trip because they can usually order and get what you want in 2-3 days.
We didn't buy anything but it was nice to know about this deal if we go again.
The next morning we went to the Gazebo for breakfast because our friend said they have the best banana pancakes. Be prepared to wait for about an hour. We ordered ours to go and then just sat by the beach to eat.
I thought the breakfast fried rice was an odd offering....but my oh my was it good
We then entered the outdoorsy portion of our trip. We took the short hike to see
If you so choose to take this hike, might I suggest long pants and/or bug spray. You're welcome.
We went to a cute restaurant called
Where we had fish and chips
chicken sandwiches
and burgers
The next day we had another pool day before heading out to our sunset dinner cruise
We had steaks, shrimp and chicken
all were good. If you like a good drink, you might feel like you are getting your money's worth. We didn't drink but still felt the sunset
was worth the money.
Another beach and pool day
and when only one pool chair is in the shade....we share
Then it was off to a Luau at the Hyatt. We couldn't get into the one our friend recommended because they were all booked up until September
The food was just decent, but the show was great. We had a good time and you pretty much have to do a luau, right?
Ok, I think I can wrap this trip up in one more post. So if you have it in you come back on Friday. The last day was one of my favorites.....
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