THE DETAILS

Getting There Numerous airlines connect Tokyo, Taipei, Manila, and other Asian cities with Honolulu, from where Hawaiian Airlines ( hawaiianairlines.com) flies daily to both Maui and La¯na‘i. Guests of the Four Seasons Resort La¯na‘i can also avail themselves of a private daily charter flight from Honolulu on a turboprop service called Lanai Air, with fares starting at US$500 per couple. The ferry between Maui and La¯na‘i runs several times each day ( go-lanai.com). What to Do La¯na‘i Culture & Heritage Center La¯na‘i City; 1-808/5657177; lanaichc.org. Ali‘i Maui Outrigger Canoes Ka‘anapali, Maui; 1-808/214-3272; aliimaui outriggercanoes.com. Hawaiian Ocean Sports Wailea Beach, Maui; 1-808/633-2800; hawaiianoceansports.com. Kapalua Ziplines Lahaina, Maui; 1-808/756-9147; kapaluaziplines.com.

Where to Stay Four Seasons Resort La¯na‘i

More like an elegant private home than a resort property, the Four Seasons’ rooms are spread through lush tropical gardens, its hallways and common areas decorated with native Hawaiian art and artifacts. Among a half dozen dining options is Nobu, lauded as one of the best restaurants in the entire state. Outdoor diversions range from a Jack Nicklaus– designed golf course to a full range of adventure sports. 1-800/321-4666; fourseasons.com; doubles from US$1,150.

Westin Nanea Ocean Villas

In addition to the usual resort amenities, this family-friendly hotel on Maui's northwestern shore offers hula dancing, lei making, and Hawaiian language classes at the lobby-side Pu’uhonua O Nanea Cultural Center. Shuttles run guests to and from historic (and nightlife-packed) Lahaina Town. 1-808/662-6300; westinnanea.com; doubles from US$379.