First time to Maui with a baby! What to plan?
Feb 1, 2015, 6:00 pm
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First time to Maui with a baby! What to plan?
Thinking of taking time off in March and we are thinking of Hawaii. I think the best for us is Maui? Never been to Hawaii before & we are in IL.
We are a couple with 13 month old infant. Our stay and flight will be paid with our points & miles. Have Hyatt points no status & Hilton with gold.
Is the HYatt good place to stay? Will it be fun to rent a car for 5 days during our 5 day stay? What's there to see and enjoy? Any tips, information or suggestions? Thanks
We are a couple with 13 month old infant. Our stay and flight will be paid with our points & miles. Have Hyatt points no status & Hilton with gold.
Is the HYatt good place to stay? Will it be fun to rent a car for 5 days during our 5 day stay? What's there to see and enjoy? Any tips, information or suggestions? Thanks
Feb 1, 2015, 6:48 pm
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I went to Bonaire Jamaica and Acapulco when our son was from 9 months to 2 years old. I'd advise an good beach and just chill. Lots of great hotels on Maui. I'd actually go for a condo rather than hotel. Kitchen, more room. When I used to go to Maui we rented a friends condo near Kanapali. I'm sure you can find a good place to stay.
Feb 1, 2015, 8:19 pm
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I went to Bonaire Jamaica and Acapulco when our son was from 9 months to 2 years old. I'd advise an good beach and just chill. Lots of great hotels on Maui. I'd actually go for a condo rather than hotel. Kitchen, more room. When I used to go to Maui we rented a friends condo near Kanapali. I'm sure you can find a good place to stay.
Feb 2, 2015, 6:17 am
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Have you checked for flight and hotel availability? If you are trying to get space for next month, you may find that availability is limited or non-existent.
In addition, you may want to check out the Hyatt and Hilton forums for threads on the specific Maui properties.
In addition, you may want to check out the Hyatt and Hilton forums for threads on the specific Maui properties.
Feb 2, 2015, 11:22 pm
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Then don't go. Sorry to sound harsh, but if you're this strapped for cash then a trip to Hawaii is not going to be the visit to paradise that it should be. Keep saving your points, and try to save some spending money as well. Then go in a year or two when your family will be better able to travel.
Feb 7, 2015, 5:03 pm
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Then don't go. Sorry to sound harsh, but if you're this strapped for cash then a trip to Hawaii is not going to be the visit to paradise that it should be. Keep saving your points, and try to save some spending money as well. Then go in a year or two when your family will be better able to travel.
I am looking for Hyatt Maui. Wish they had other chains in Maui like IHG, CC.
I can use my Hilton points but it is too costly at 90K points a night.
Feb 12, 2015, 10:27 pm
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Thinking of taking time off in March and we are thinking of Hawaii. I think the best for us is Maui? Never been to Hawaii before & we are in IL.
We are a couple with 13 month old infant. Our stay and flight will be paid with our points & miles. Have Hyatt points no status & Hilton with gold.
Is the HYatt good place to stay? Will it be fun to rent a car for 5 days during our 5 day stay? What's there to see and enjoy? Any tips, information or suggestions? Thanks
We are a couple with 13 month old infant. Our stay and flight will be paid with our points & miles. Have Hyatt points no status & Hilton with gold.
Is the HYatt good place to stay? Will it be fun to rent a car for 5 days during our 5 day stay? What's there to see and enjoy? Any tips, information or suggestions? Thanks
I think a car can be a good idea, since it'll let you see other parts of the island if that's your thing. But it'll obviously cost you, plus parking fees.
Then don't go. Sorry to sound harsh, but if you're this strapped for cash then a trip to Hawaii is not going to be the visit to paradise that it should be. Keep saving your points, and try to save some spending money as well. Then go in a year or two when your family will be better able to travel.
Feb 16, 2015, 10:55 pm
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Thinking of taking time off in March and we are thinking of Hawaii. I think the best for us is Maui? Never been to Hawaii before & we are in IL.
We are a couple with 13 month old infant. Our stay and flight will be paid with our points & miles. Have Hyatt points no status & Hilton with gold.
Is the HYatt good place to stay? Will it be fun to rent a car for 5 days during our 5 day stay? What's there to see and enjoy? Any tips, information or suggestions? Thanks
We are a couple with 13 month old infant. Our stay and flight will be paid with our points & miles. Have Hyatt points no status & Hilton with gold.
Is the HYatt good place to stay? Will it be fun to rent a car for 5 days during our 5 day stay? What's there to see and enjoy? Any tips, information or suggestions? Thanks