| Hawaii---One
of the most beautiful states in the nation. We've visited several times and
each time we marvel at the magnificence of the islands and the friendliness of
the people. For several years, Hawaii has not been a tourism leader as in years
past. But, the benefit is we've noticed it's not as crowded as it used to be.
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 What
will be described here is a clothing-optional Bed & Breakfast visit,
typical of several such properties on Maui, Hawaii the big island and Kauai.
Oahu is not the island to visit for c/o B & Bs. There are about 7-8 such
resorts throughout the three islands to choose from. The Maui B & B visit
described below is called the House of the Devine.
NOTE: The
resort is clothing-optional in the outside areas only including pool, hot tub,
grounds and private plunge pools down the mountain. Guests are asked to be
dressed while visiting the kitchen, living rooms, the office and for yoga
classes. Swimming, sunbathing, hot tubbing and the outside grounds are clothing
free for those who choose to.
 The
B&B on Maui, the Valley Isle, has 12 private bedrooms in three separate
buildings. Each accommodation has its own private bedroom, dressing and living
area plus private bathroom. Some rooms include a full private bath with shower.
Buildings range in size from three stories to one bungalow cabana. There are
two single-stall showers in the larger building and are located almost outside,
a real treat to wash you hair and bathe in the open air. Although each shower
is private, the ceiling is open air. There is also a shower adjacent to the hot
tub in front of the resort, overlooking a spectacular cliff and valley nearly
200 feet below, with a beautiful stream leading to the Pacific.
 Meeting and visiting with the other B & B guests at
breakfast is the best way to start off the day. Enjoying fresh pineapple,
fruits, cereals, hot Kona coffee and breads charge your batteries. The manager
and employees are attentively helpful but not obtrusive. Wendy, the office
manager, really helped us map out some of the best adventures to see the
island. Madhava, the general manager, is a wealth of knowledge for finding out
of the way waterfalls, springs and isolated pools as well as pointing out the
best snorkeling spots.
Another B&B which has opened in the town of
Kihie is called Dreams Come True owned by Tom and Denise. Dreams Come True
includes two guests rooms as part of the Bed & Breakfast plus a separate
vacation cottage rental, all of which are located on the sunny south side of
Maui, Hawaii. The cottage includes a fully equipped kitchen, large living room,
air conditioned bedroom, washer/dryer, wraparound deck and carport
The
property sits on the lower slopes of Mt. Haleakala, just above the luxury
resorts of Wialea. In about 5 minutes you can be swimming, sunning or
snorkeling on the finest beaches in the world. The nice part about being
located in Kihei is that Makena State Park is a few minutes away, which
includes Little Beach, a close-by nude beach, with lots of space for car
parking.
A relative newcomer on the Big Island of Hawaii, Hangin' Loose
owned by is located in the Puna district on the eastern side of the island. You
fly into Hilo as the closest airport. Michael& Jan, the owners, maintain a
cozy little getaway featuring three bungalows, including a honeymoon hale yurt
and two conventional cottages. All three are built separately. Michael and Jan
can also show you where the famous black sand beaches are on the east side of
Hawaii, some of which are suitable for nude use...but you gotta know where. A
big plus for the location is that you're close to the Hawaii Volcano Park, not
to be missed. If you can't fly to the moon, visit the volcano park to get a
feel of how beautiful and completely different the barren landscape can
be....and walk on lava shortly after it's cooled off. Wear thick soled shoes
that won't melt in case you step on a warm spot.
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The Bed & Breakfast resorts throughout the Hawaiian
islands are not on the beaches as you would expect. Most are near the beach,
however. On the road to Hana, this Maui B&B is about 30 minutes east of the
main town and airport of Kahului. The B&B is essentially located down a
country road beyond the funky town of Paia, coincidentally at the end of the
"Maui downhill," the most spectacular downhill bicycle ride in the world from
the top of Haleakula Crater, 10,000 feet above sea level.
Most major
airlines service Maui directly from the mainland U.S. as well as from many
international locations. Honolulu and the other islands are about 30 minutes
away by frequent air service. Once you land at Kahului, the easiest, most
economical way to reach the B&B and tour the island is by rental car.
Inexpensive weekly car rental rates gives you the freedom to explore the whole
island if you want. From the Kahului airport to the B&B is about 30 minutes
and you pass Ho'okipa Beach Park on the way, site of world class wind surfing
competitions.
If you plan on spending time primarily on the west side of
the island, HINT: Fly into the west Maui airport at Kapalua from Honolulu or
elsewhere. The airport is very convenient to the tourism centers on the west
side. Lots of activities, restaurants, clubs, hotels, golf and sight seeing are
in this section of Maui.
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 Bed, bath, breakfast is
what you pay for. What you get is a breathtaking location, including the
perfectly located hot tub overlooking the green valley and cliffs below leading
to the Pacific. Spectacular sunrises greet you in the morning with coffee in
the hot tub while at sunset, the Jacuzzi is a prefect way to greet the evening
with your honey on one arm and a glass of bubbly in your other hand. There are
several opportunities for health sessions, yoga and massages if you wish . A
washer and dryer is on site for your convenience...take your own soap and
softener.
 The grounds surrounding
the B&B are beautiful and there is also a great swimming pool just outside
the dining room/kitchen area. Further down the face of the steep hill in front
of the resort is a hiking trail leading to a series of swimming and wading
pools right at the edge of the cliff and waterfall and just above the green
valley leading to the Pacific.
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Two words of wisdom: Plan Ahead. Although you will have all
the comforts of home, you will need to buy provisions before arriving at the
B&B, and at most others in the islands, too. You get
breakfast....everything else is your responsibility. There are no stores close
by, Haiku being the closest village, and Paia is 30 minutes away, where the
general store on the main road is worth a visit. There are plenty of pots,
pans, plates and utensils to cook and eat with on your own at the B&B and
several refrigerators on site plus lots of cabinet space. Clean up after
yourself, too. There are also a health food store and several restaurants, bars
and the inevitable boutiques in Paia. And, gas stations....so fill
up...gasoline stops are few and far between from Kahului to Hana. Several
restaurants are in the area at Ha'iku, Makawao, the general store at
Hali'imaile and in Paia and all of them require a car to reach. These tony
little "quaint" restaurants are downright expensive, so expect mainland prices
or more.
Smoking is not permitted except is designated areas outside
and heavy drinking and loud music is not the norm. Confine sexual activity to
the room. While there is no TV, we had a portable radio/CD with us which was
just fine (and with a little wine outside on the balcony, life was just great).
Take along something like that so you can really enjoy the sunsets in the hot
tub.
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Most B&Bs' rates vary between $75-$150/night and
include bedroom with private bathroom, breakfast, taxes and tips. Some showers
are shared. Typically, a night's prepaid deposit is due to confirm your booking
and final payment is due when you visit the resorts. Cancellation penalties
apply.
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Adults only, singles and couples of all ages.
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The guests and management really practice the golden rule
so the vibes are really nice, laid back and mellow.....it can be quiet, so be
prepared for it. Our opinion is that the B&B is a great place to veg out,
relax and enjoy being there with your honey (while sexual activity is just for
your room , not in public). The other benefit is that it's a great place to
base your tourism and site seeing activities.
 The grounds include hammocks, quiet sitting
areas, a series of beautiful Oriental pools and gardens plus several of the
rooms have balconies, with great views.
Smoking is not permitted except
is designated areas outside and heavy drinking and loud music is not the norm.
Confine sexual activity to the room. While there is no TV, we had a portable
radio/CD with us which was just fine (and with a little wine outside on the
balcony, life was just great). Take along something like that so you can really
enjoy the sunsets in the hot tub.
 There's a real peacefulness that pervades the place and with
your honey, it's very romantic. If you enjoy wine or champagne, the hot tub is
the prefect place for you and your honey to partake. Other country homes,
flower farms and small ranches are nearby so you'll get a chance to rub some
horses' ears on your walks around the area.
TIPS Try to fill your gas
tank when you think about it and make sure you buy whatever food and drinks you
will need before you arrive. One of the best all round stores on Maui for
anything, including tourist trinkets and Hawaiian coffee, is the big K Mart
near the airport at Kahului. The Paia General Store and the Paia health food
market are good places for supplies nearby the B&B. You will need
instructions and a map which we can supply you with before you head for the
B&B from the Kahului airport. Hawaii is on the same latitude as Cancun so
expect some rain anytime and anywhere on Maui or in the islands.
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In summary, the east side of the Maui is more natural and
scenic whereas the island's west side is loaded with tourism infrastructure,
hotels, golf courses, restaurants, shops and sight seeing.
 For clothing-optional sunbathing and swimming at
beaches, be prepared to travel to get there. Makena State Park just about 2
miles south of the Maui Prince Hotel in Wailea, on the southeast side of the
island, is the most popular spot. Big beach and Little beach make up most of
the park, with good parking and facilities. Be ready for a walk and a short
climb from the parking lot to get to Little Beach, the local clothing-optional
public beach. NOTE Although nudity is technically no tpermitted in Hawaii,
check with the locals to determine if the gendarmes have been checking anyone
on the beaches. During our visits, a few folks were seen sampling the local
"weed," so we suspect the law may be more interested in illegal drugs than
nudity. We did not see any "authorities" in evidence during our visits, other
than a few very nice volunteers who help visitors at the beach parking lot.
Other places to enjoy clothing-optional sunbathing are near Hana at the
Blue Pool near the local airport, Red Sand Beach right in Hana town, and the
Oheo park with its Seven Pools about 45 minutes south of town toward Kipahulu.
NOTE: Oeho is a Federal Park and Park rangers may patrol the area, where a $250
citation for illegal nudity has been issued, according to Wendy, the B&B's
office manager, who used to work at the park. In all cases, a little common
sense goes a long way. All of them require some hiking, climbing and
directions, so take food and water.
 There are many, many active and adventure vacation
opportunities on the island including the Maui Downhill bike ride (at 3 AM for
the sunrise run or at 7 AM for breakfast). Or, there's fishing, diving,
snorkeling, fantastic beaches, board surfing and body surfing, hiking, running,
sky diving and more. You can find just about anything active to do on the
island.
Of course, the road to Hana is beautiful but there are some
600+ curves and numerous bridges on the way so if you get car sick, take a
plane if you have to see Hana. "It's not the destination, it's the journey to
get there" is the reason to go to Hana. Other than Hana Ranch Restaurant and
the Hana General Store, there's not too much else to see locally. Red Sand
Beach is right down town.
To do the tourist thing, the western side of
Maui is where most of the tourism infrastructure is located. Lots of golfing,
restaurants, hotels, condos, fishing and shops stretch from Kapalua and
Ka'anapali to the north down to Wailea to the south. The tourist towns of
Lahaina and Kihei seem to anchor the tourism industry on the west side of the
island. So, if you want plenty of T shirt shops, boutiques and baubles, pick
any spot in between Kapalua and Makena and go for it.
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Most B&Bs by definition are basic and spartan so
be prepared for amenities similar to what you might find in a home. |
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Restaurants and entertainment can be several miles
away from most B&Bs in HAwaii so don't plan on visiting the resorts for
night life on site 'cause it ain't there! |
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Advise you rent a car to get around....you will need
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Scenery on the Valley Isle is beautiful. The road to
Hana is the reason to go. |
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There are several secluded, private pools and streams
to enjoy au naturel near the B&B toward Hana but you'll need a map and
instructions on how to get there. Some are on private property so check with
the folks at the B & B for the best ones. |
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Plan on rain any time and anywhere...you're in the
tropics so be prepared for it. |
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Just about any time is great, but expect rain anytime,
anywhere.
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It's hard to improve on paradise.
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