The Rough Guide Maui (Mini Rough Guides)

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Summary: As bad as any other Maui Guide Book I've seen.
Review: I just read this and several other Maui guide books in a local book store. It's terrible and so were nearly all of them. For example, one of the Rough Guide's restaurant recommendations was the Bubba Gump Shrimp Company. Come on, I can't even think of a more touristy chain restaurant than that. Anyway, don't waste your time with this one, take a look at Maui Revealed - that's the best guide I've seen thus far.

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Summary: Accurate, Up-to-date, Compact, and Fun, Highly Recommended
Review: I went through many books on Maui before I picked this one up. Lucky me! This turned out to be the best ten bucks invested in my trip to Hawaii. This book is small enough to carry in your pocket, yet is chock full of detail. I was impressed when I took a trip to the southern edge of Maui solely relying on this book. Every shop, corner, and area of Maui matches the description in this book. It is very accurate and upto date. The tips included by the authors were very helpful. When we wanted to mail coconuts from Maui and were really lost, this book helped. A few hints for Maui travelers: some USPS offices in Maui have officers dressed in Hawaiian attire, so do not be confused and doubt if it really is a post office guy when you see him dressed like a Hawaiian beach bum! If you go to the southern edge of the island, you can actually buy coconuts at the post office and mail 'em too. Permanent markers that you use to address coconuts are awfully hard to find, so pack a Sharpie with your stuff! Overall, if there is just one travel guide you'd buy, pick this one. The book's binding is very good, and it held up after all the beating around and abuse that was showered on my copy. Don't let the small size fool you--this one is very detailed, and more importantly, very accurate (verified by us in Jan 2000). Highly recommended.

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Summary: Helped me make the most of my trip.
Review: This little book really helped me get the most out of my Maui trip. It's restaurant and activity recommendations were right on the mark. It gives you a great overview without being overwhelming.

Rating:
Summary: Helped me make the most of my trip.
Review: This little book really helped me get the most out of my Maui trip. It's restaurant and activity recommendations were right on the mark. It gives you a great overview without being overwhelming.