Julie S asked:


My husband and 4 year old and I went to Hilton’s Waikaloa Village on the Big Island last year and found it truly amazing, perfect for a little kid and grown-ups too. This year we want to go to Maui and are looking for a place similar to that. We don’t need dolphins, but loved the lagoon swimming area and all the different pools and restaurants and trams and boats. Let me know, I’ll pick the best answer!

Maureen

drgolfmd asked:


Any suggestions on how to find cheap airfare to Maui?

Jean

Jesse Francis asked:


Most business on Maui revolves around tourism and tourists. That is Maui vacation rentals, Maui weddings and Maui activities. These three businesses are consistent with Maui and Hawaii’s tourist industries. The nature of our island paradise and our remoteness and location on the Earth prod our economy toward importing funds mainly from the U.S and Japan mainlands but also cater to Canadian, and European markets.

Since these three business niches are so popular any webmaster obtains clients who are naturally hyper-competing for a few sets of keywords that are searched for on a regular basis by the majority of potential visitors.

People come to Maui generally, for marriages, honeymoons, business vacations and family vacations. People do not come to Maui for the night life, for the economic center of commerce nor for the quality museums and cultural facilities. These things just don’t exist on a scale here that attracts many people.

There are of course niche keywords that small Maui businesses can focus on to obtain number one positions in the mighty three search engines. Unfortunately these niche keywords do not get many searches daily and limit the traffic possibilities of the top keywords. What are the top keyword phrases people search for attached to the word Maui? Of course they are “Maui Weddings”, “Maui Vacation Rentals” and “Maui Activities”.

These keywords are hyper-competitive. Over a three year course I have found that obtaining top ranks for these keywords is not necessarily difficult, they do take time, patience, consistent work and of course money.

The client base on Maui for a webmaster is also competitive. Many businesses have paid out thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars for websites and search engine optimization only to be left in the dust for their key phrases. A dearth of content leads to low positioning in most engines. Creating content costs both time and money and it can be hard for some business owners to understand why they should engage in the process of continual content generation.

The other reason small businesses are left out of the SE marketing loop is that they lack a solid and consistent SEO plan. Being extra wary in a hyper-competitive market further lessens their chances of succeeding at top placement and good conversion rates. It does cost to get back-links, write articles, blog, optimize pages and design consistent and effective pages for high conversion rates.

Small business on Maui can succeed with determined and consistent effort. By building a plan ahead of time that lays out a clear plan of continued SEO work, some sites see incredible results. By combining blogging, article writing, continued content creation, optimization and directory submissions sites can rise slowly but consistently for the keywords of choice. Even when these keywords are one of the hyper-competitive keywords listed above.

By subscribing to an SEO and web design business on Maui that caters to your business with a clear plan, you too can obtain top results for hyper-competitive keywords.

The first step is to make a monthly plan.

The second is to follow that plan religiously.

1) Create at least one new page every month.

2) Write some new content weekly on any page.

3) Submit to 50 free web directories each month.

4) Blog daily or every other day.

5) Write one or two articles every month that link to your site with your keywords in the link.

Following these simple guidelines you can obtain top placement for some hyper-competitive keywords anywhere. Of course if the market is saturated with large companies you may want to find a slightly smaller niche. If you can drive a few hundred people per day to your site for any targeted keyword you will have half the battle done.

A site I work on and create content for is Luana Kai. Luana Kai are Maui Condos in Kihei Maui and are in hyper-competition with some very large marketing firms.



Renee

Babe asked:


I’m going to be in maui next week for the first time without my parents and was wondering where to go to party. I’m old enough to drink now and want to have a blast. I’m looking for a club I can dance and drink at.

Carlos

Andy T asked:


This might be a silly question considering it is Maui but which hotels have the best ocean view rooms? I want to be able to walk from the hotel right to the beach. I am going to different hotel sites but I am having a difficult time finding pictures of the rooms. Thanks everyone!

Jackie

Jim Christian asked:


Are you interested in purchasing a Maui vacation package? If so, you are definitely not alone. Each year, a fairly large number of individuals, couples, and families think about purchasing a Maui vacation package. Although a large number of vacationers are interested in purchasing a Maui vacation package, not everyone gets around to doing so. While there are a number of different reasons for this, there is one reason that is quite common; miss belief. There are some individuals who believe that vacation packages, including Maui vacation packages, are just too good to be true. If you believe this somewhat common misconception, you could be missing out on the greatest deal of a lifetime.

Before you can start examining how a Maui vacation package can save you money, it is important to first understand exactly what they are. Maui vacation packages are travel arrangements and overnight accommodations that are grouped together, in a package. Vacation packages allow vacationers to pay one large sum for their vacation instead of having to make multiple payments. For instance, if you purchase a Maui vacation package that includes airline reservations, hotel accommodations, and a car rental, you will only need to make one large payment, most likely to an online travel website. In addition to saving money, you will also find that vacation packages save you time. They do this by eliminating the need to make multiple, but separate reservations and travel arrangements.

Now that you know exactly what Maui vacation packages are, you may be wondering about the saving money part. Vacation packages, including Maui vacation packages come in a number of different formats, all for different prices, and they are offered by different companies, including online travel websites and travel agents. Due to the fact that there are an unlimited number of Maui vacation packages, you will find that you save money for different reasons. One of the most common reasons for the savings is because many travel agents and travel websites are given discounts by popular Maui airlines, car rental companies, and hotels, resorts, and vacation home owners. These discounts are offered in hopes of getting clients to use their services. These discounts, in turn, allow a travel agent or online travel website to offer you travel arrangements and accommodations at an affordable, discounted price.

Concerning Maui vacation packages and discounted prices, many wonder why these discounts are, in turn, offered to travelers, just like you. These discounts are being offered by online travel websites and travel agents as an incentive. Online travel websites and travels agents are in the business to make money, just like any other business. Unfortunately, the travel industry can be hard at times. Since you would easily make your own Maui vacation reservations directly, many travel websites and agents offer you discounts in hopes of obtaining you as a client. It may seem a little bit ironic, but you are, essentially, being rewarded for wanting to save money on your next Maui vacation.

Since is it almost always guaranteed that you will save money through the purchase of a vacation package, you may want to purchase one right now. As previously mentioned, Maui vacation packages are sold through travel websites and travel agents. If you do not mind being in constant contact with a travel agent, you could easily obtain the services of a local travel agent. However, if you would like to explore Maui vacation packages, to find exactly what you are looking for, you may want to make your own Maui vacation reservations. You can easily do this through an online travel website. Regardless of where you choose to buy your Maui vacation package from, there is a good chance that you could save yourself a fairly large amount of money.

The first step in saving money on your next Maui vacation is to realize that Maui vacation packages are real and that they do exist. Once you start to believe, you can start to save money on your next Hawaii trip, particularly your trip to Maui.



Rick

Joe Guntherson asked:


Have you recently decided that a Maui vacation is in your future? How about a vacation that involved relaxing along the beach or taking in everything else that the ocean has to offer? If you would like to enjoy the beautiful Hawaiian beaches of Maui, you are advised to think about booking a stay at a Maui beachfront vacation home. In addition to a large number of benefits, there are also a fairly large number of reasons why you should choose to book a stay at a Maui beachfront vacation home.

Perhaps, the greatest reason why you may want to book at stay at Maui beachfront vacation home is because of the beach. When renting a Maui vacation beachfront home, you will often find the Maui coast right at your doorstep. Depending on the area of Maui that you are staying in, as well as the condition of the waters in front of your home, you can easily enjoy everything that goes along with the Maui beaches, including boating, swimming, fishing, surfing, and scuba diving. Everyone will enjoy staying on the beach, but beach and ocean lovers are guaranteed to get the most satisfaction out of doing so.

In addition to the having the beach right at your doorstep, activity wise, you will also enjoy the beauty of it. Whichever side of Maui you are on, there is a good chance that you will enjoy the view that comes along with a Maui beachfront vacation home. Aside from the sunrises and the sunsets, you will also enjoy the views on clear sunny days, as well as rainy wild days. Whether you choose to walk out to the shoreline or stay within the comfort of your Maui beachfront vacation home, you are sure to get a first rate, forever memorable view.

Another one of the many reasons why you may want to book a stay at a Maui beachfront vacation home is because of what Maui vacation homes are. They are homes, homes that are located along the beach. Why a large number of Maui vacationers choose to stay at Maui beachfront vacation homes is because they enjoy having the comfort and feel of home, while on vacation. This is because, in addition to being located along a beach, Maui beachfront vacation homes come with multiple, fully furnished rooms. These rooms often include bedrooms, bathrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, laundry rooms, kitchens, and much more.

If that weren’t enough, you may also want to book a stay at a Maui beachfront vacation home because it is relatively easy to do. When making Maui beachfront vacation home reservations, you will find that you have a number of different options. Those options include making your reservations directly with a vacation homeowner, with the assistance of a travel agent, or online with an online travel website. If you are looking to save yourself the most time and maybe even the most money, you may want to think about making your own reservations online, through an online travel website, particularly one that deals with Hawaii. Within a matter of minutes, you should be able to search through a large number of Maui beachfront vacation homes and find the home of your dreams.

Since there are not only a number of benefits to booking a stay at a Maui vacation home, but there are also a number of reasons why it is a good idea to do so, you will find that many Maui vacation homes tend to quickly fill up with reservations. If you have your heart set on staying at a Maui beachfront vacation home, you are advised to book your reservations in advance. Doing so will help to ensure that you get your first choice, which is almost always guaranteed to make your vacation a success.



Tanya

Fashionistaaa asked:


Does anyone know the best.. and cheapest way to get from the Maui airport to Lahina? I’ve looked in to renting a car, but since I and the people I am going with are under 25 it’s pretty expensive due to the $30 per day young driver fee which is ontop of the daily rate. ANy ideas?

Lori

Stacey Vianetto asked:


Are you in the process of planning your next Maui trip? If you are, have you made your Maui villa reservations yet? If you have yet to book a Maui vacation villa, you may first want to take the time to examine Maui, namely what you can do and see when there. Although you may not realize it at the time, what you plan to do and see while in Maui should have an impact on which villa you choose to rent.

When it comes to choosing a Maui vacation villa to rent, you will find that you have a number of different options. For instance, Maui villas are scattered across the island of Maui and they come in a number of different sizes. Although it is important to choose a Maui villa rental that you can afford or one that can house your traveling party, it is also important to choose a Maui villa that can conveniently put you near the things that you want to do or the things that you want to see.

If you have yet to make your villa reservations, you will want to take the time to familiarize yourself with fun and popular Maui activities. You will want to choose the things that you want to do and see first. This will help you determine the ideal location for renting a Maui villa. A few popular Maui activities are outlined below for your convenience. For more a more detailed list of Maui activities, you may want to request travel guides, many of which are offered free of charge.

One of the many reasons why Maui is a popular Hawaiian vacation destination is because of its beautiful beaches. That is why it stands to reason that many popular Maui activities are centered on or around those beaches. When on your next Maui trip, you can enjoy swimming, boating, fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving, as well as surfing. If you would like to surf, scuba dive, or snorkel, but don’t know how, you may want to make reservations to take lessons. If you enjoy boating or fishing, you may enjoy making reservations aboard a chartered boat. In Maui, it is common to find chartered dinner cruises, sightseeing trips on boats, as well as chartered fishing adventures.

Although a large number of Maui activities are considered beach activities, it is important to remember that there is much more to Maui. For instance, did you know that you can take helicopter tours of Maui? If you thought Maui was beautiful from the ground, you will love it from the air. Maui is also known for its amazing restaurants and shopping centers. In addition to spending the day at the beach, you can spend your Maui trip shopping, dining, and well as sightseeing in general. As you can see, there are an unlimited number of things for you do and see, while on your next Maui trip.

As important as it is that you take your intended Maui activities into consideration, when looking to find a Maui villa to rent, many vacationers do not do so. This is often true with those who want to enjoy many beach related activities, such as boating, fishing , or surfing. Although Maui is filled with an unlimited number of beaches, they aren’t all the same. Many Maui beaches are known for having specialties. For example, you can find those that have staffed lifeguards, those ideal for snorkeling, surfing, and so forth. The same can be said for other activities. For instance, if you are looking to take surf lessons, you will want to choose a company based on their reputation and affordable prices, not just based on their location.

Even if you have already made your Maui vacation villa reservations, you will still want to take the time to examine fun and exciting Maui activities. Those who preplan their Maui trips or at least examine what they can do and see often report having better vacations. When less time is spent deciding what you want to do, you can spend more time taking in all that Maui has to offer. As a reminder, you can research things to do and see in Maui by requesting free travel and vacation guides.



Terri

RwJimbo asked:


We are going to Maui in a week and trying to figure out what we are going to spend on groceries for 2 of us for 6 days. What grocery store should we shop at near Lahaina? And how much should we be expecting to pay?

Melissa