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My Trip to Maui…

Lei Making Classes

Hana Maui, Taryn Cox

Road to Hana: Chasing Water Falls with My Parents.

Wainapanapa Beach, Maui, Taryn Cox

Searching for Humpback Whales in the Sea!

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The Traveling WIFE: Guide to Maui

Maui

Where To Stay:

If you are planning on traveling to Maui, then Wailea is the place to retreat and relax. Waielea is a glamorous resort community in South Maui with the best hotels, private homes, golf courses and stunning ocean views. It is famously known for it’s 5 beautiful beaches and Wailea Bay is a favorite for snorkeling, paddle boarding and providing safe waters for small children. This beach side town also gets the best weather on the island, protected between the 2 mountains it receives the least amount of rain fall.

The Four Seasons Maui: Presiding over the scenic crescent of Wailea Beach, The Four Seasons Resort Maui epitomizes a classical Hawaiian palace. Find your oasis in one of 380 of the largest luxury guest rooms and suites on the island. Enjoy airy sophistication and artisanal Hawaiian touches in harmony with the breathtaking views of lush tropical gardens and tranquil ocean waters. Open your doors to your private lanai, and let tropical breezes, plumeria-scented air and the rustling of palm trees tickle your senses.

Those who are looking for a little more can snorkel, scuba, reside in poolside cabanas or take yoga classes for free, in a place where most resorts charge extra. With it’s ever attentive staff The Four Seasons is an extremely family friendly hotel. Let them know ahead of time how many children in addition to their ages and they will provide you with: Child size bathrobes, baby and child toiletries, children’s menus, pool and beach toys and in room baby proofing. They also have “Kids for all Seasons” club which provides dozens of activities from sports to lei making to movies and games. www.Fourseasons.com/maui

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Traveling…

Packing,

I’m off to Maui with my family to spend Christmas with a little slice of paradise! I hope to come back well bronzed with super fun photos to share with everyone. Wishing all you wives and wives to be the merriest Christmas and the happiest New Year! See you in 2013! –Taryn Cox for THE WIFE.

The Winter WIFE: Hunter Foldable Boots

Our innovative Original Tour boot enables you to enjoy the classic Original Tall design wherever you travel. This packable boot has a light, flexible sole so it can be quickly rolled away, perfect for a getaway. Constructed out of foldable natural rubber, the tour maintains its good looks as well as its functionality, while fitting easily in your travel bag. They also come with a Hunter branded drawstring bag. $135.00

www.Hunter-Boot.com

New York Doughnut Map

I about nearly fell on the floor when I read about the New York Doughnut Map! For those of you who don’t know me, my doughnut addiction runs deep and saying no to one of these fried pastry confections is never an option.

The company All You Can Eat Press created the delicious sinful New York Doughnut Map, a well designed city guide that gives you the “hole” truth about the tastiest treats in NYC. The map includes a brief history of doughnuts, and features 35 favorite New York doughnut shops. You can create your own doughnut mission and indulge in outrageous flavors like tres leches, creme brulee, rose and pumpkin at Doughnut Planet. Try Dough’s famed lemon meringue doughnut or their blood orange doughnut with candied oranges. Or feast your sights on Peter Pan’s doughnut ice cream sandwich.

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