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Luau's

A luau is a Hawaiian feast that features food, drink and entertainment. And Maui has the most and best luaus in Hawaii.

In early times, Hawaiian's celebrated many occasions with a feast to
honor their many gods and to share food, song and dance with family, friends and guests. Occasions included such things as winning a battle, a successful harvest, birth of a child, and completion of a canoe. Originally called aha-aina (gathering for a meal), the word luau came into use refering to the edible taro leaves used to wrap food baked in an imu (underground oven).

Today's luaus typically start with a lei (garland of flowers) greeting and tropical drinks such as Mai Tai's offered at an open bar. Dinner usually features Poi, Kalua Pig, Mahi Mahi, Teriyaki Steak, Chicken, Poke, a
variety of salads and fruit followed by desert. Poi is often called the Hawaiian staff of life. It is made from taro pounded and thinned with water. Kalua Pig is traditionally prepared by salting the pua‘a (pig),

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wrapping it in taro leavesand baking it in an imu. Poke is made from the freshest Hawaiian fish such as Ahi, dressed and served raw.

After dinner, an entertaining show begins. These usually feature a variety of Hawaiian/Polynesian music, chants, hula and fire dances.

There are a number of luau's offered on Maui, some in the Wailea area near our condo and others in Lahaina/Kaanapali. These are listed below for your reference.

Wailea Area Luau's

Honua'ula Luau is held at the Wailea Marriott® Resort. This is the luau we take our friends and family to. In addition to good food and a great show, there are also Hawaiian games and crafts. This luau is held on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. The location is next to the ocean so you'll have a beautiful sunset too. After the luau you can stroll the Wailea beach walk to visit resort nightlife. Call 808-875-7710 for direct reservations.
Maui Sunset Luau is held at the Maui Prince Hotel. We've not attended this but their flyer says in addition to the usual faire, there is a Pareo Fashion Show. The after dinner show is Tihati's "Drums of Makena" Spectacular. Held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, call 808-877-4852 or click Maui Sunset Luau for more information.
Wailea Sunset Luau is held at the Renaissance Wailea Beach Resort. We've not attended this luau. Their flyer says "Experience the beauty of a traditional Hawaiian Luau in our oceanfront gardens, overlooking spectaular tropical sunsets. The show features traditional Hawaiian hula, and a Polynesian revue featuring Fijiian dancing, Tahitian drums, and a Samoan fire knife dance finale." Call 808-891-7811 or click Sunset Luau for more info.

Lahaina Luau's

Old Lahaina Luau - Authentic and entertaining Hawaiian luau featuring traditional Hawaiian cuisine, music, cultural dances, and island crafts. Maui friends tell us this is the best and most authentic luau to attend. See www.oldlahainaluau.com for more information and book as early as possible - they fill up 2-5 weeks out!
Feast at Lele features a sit down dinner of five epicurean courses from across Polynesia followed music and dancing from four Pacific islands. Rather than having a buffet dinner like most luau's, this venue has each course served at your table. We've attended this and can tell you the food is very good. See their website www.feastatlele.com for more information. Again book as early as possible as this is a popular luau.

Kaanapali Luau's

Kaanapali Sunset Luau at Black Rock is held at the Sheraton Maui Resort. We've not attended this but their flyer says in addition to the usual faire, there is a Pareo Fashion Show and the after dinner show is Tihati's Polynesia Revue. One fun thing about this luau is that you'll see the torch lighting and cliff dive ceremony from Black Rock at sunset. Offered on Mondays and Wednesdays, call 808-877-4852 or click Kaanapali Sunset Luau at Black Rock for more information.
Drums of the Pacific Luau is held at the Hyatt Regency Maui. We've not attend this venue but have heard good revues from friends. Their website Drums of the Pacific Luau explains everything and you'll find a brochure available for download. Call 808-667-4727 for reservations.