Looking for a fun day at the beach while supporting a worthy local cause? Then don't miss out the 14th annual Beachfest and Bodyboard & Surf Competition, presented by the Paia Youth and Cultural Center (PYCC) on Saturday, December 11. From humble beginnings, the annual event has become a very popular outing for residents and visitors alike. According to coordinators, the event has drawn more than 100 competitors and 400 spectators, for what many consider to be a highlight in the Maui calendar.  And thanks to the support of an array of local sponsors, contestants and spectators will have the chance to win many great prizes.

For over 17 years, the PYCC has been working hard to serve the community by building a strong foundation for Maui's youth, by furthering the Hawaiian cultures and traditions, while embracing the Aloha Spirit.  PYCC's mission is "to provide a safe place emotionally and physically for the youth of Paia and surrounding communities which offers a variety of social, educational, cultural, vocational, and recreational activities". For more information regarding the Beachfest or PYCC, visit www.pyccmaui.org

For many, it has become a tradition to celebrate Thanksgiving in Maui. With seasonably perfect weather and an array of five star restaurants, where some of the best chefs in the world master their trade, it's easy to see why the Valley Isle becomes the perfect setting for a holiday escape. Down the street from Kaiholo Hale, Mama's Fish House offers a phenomenal menu in a magical, waterfront setting.

In addition to world-class dining, the North Shore offers top-rated beaches and has become the proving grounds where elite surfers compete and show their worth. Feeling for something a bit more mellow? Shop to your little heart's content in the plethora of boutiques in Paia or grab a bite to eat at any of many area restaurants.

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With breathtaking natural beauty, five-star restaurants, championship golf courses, a plethora of activities, and some of the best beaches anywhere, Maui has long been recognized as a magnificent place in which to spend a holiday. And now, the readers of Conde Nast have named Maui as the "Best Island in the World" for the 16th time (16 times out of the 20 years this award has been presented). And this year, as it so happens, not only is Maui the best island, but also scored as the Best Tourist Destination (island or not).

From Lahaina with its 5-star resorts and world-known golf courses, to Paia and its casual surfer feel, to Kihei and its sense of community, to Upcountry and its cowboy roots, Maui has it all to offer. Should you wish to experience Maui, our vacation rental home offers the perfect mix of natural beauty, privacy, and amenities, making it the ideal place from which to explore the Valley Isle.