WAILEA BEACH PATH April 8, 2006
The Wailea Beach Path is exactly that: A paved path along the beach that runs from the Renaissance Wailea Resort, south along the beach past the Wailea Marriot, the Grand Wailea, the Four Seasons and ending at the Fairmont Kehalani Resort.

The path is about 1.5 miles long which makes for a nice 3 mile round trip walk along the beach. We actually started to walk at the south end of Keawakapu Beach in south Kihei and walked along the beach for about 1/4 mile until we met the paved path at the Renaissance Wailea Resort. This walk is perfect for those who want to get a glance at the various super luxurious resorts of South Maui. At the turning point at the Fairmont Kehalani, we went into a cafe to enjoy a nice frappuccino and a snack. But buyer beware! Food is expensive at the resorts! We returned to the starting point at Keawakapu Beach, where we finished the walk with a refreshing swim in the cool, clear waters of the Pacific.

Gwen standing by a Fisherman's Shrine along the beach walk. The island of Kahoolawe is in the background.

At the Grand Wailea Resort.

View of Wailea from the Beach Path.

Yes, you saw right. That is $8.95 for a half gallon of milk. This photo was taken at the Ciao Cafe at the Fairmont Kehalani Resort. Of course, we do not pay anywhere near this! We shop at COSTCO where we $7.50 will buy you two gallons of milk, which is more expensive than in the mainland, yet 80% cheaper than at the resort.

ALOHA!