In a recent issue of Conde Nast Traveler, they had an issue featuring “Affordable Hawaii- 6 islands 22 stays under $200.” Naturally I read it with interest.

If you missed it here are their Maui recommendations:

The secret of doing Maui without breaking the bank is to find an alternative to a costly resort and eating where the locals do. If you like golf, shopping, and buzz of Maui’s luxe resort communities- Kaanapali, Kapalua, Wailea and Makena, book a condo instead of a hotel. If you don’t need all the glam, consider more modest areas like Kihei and Napili.

Suggested lodging: Kihei’s Aloha Pualani. Strength: the beach is across the street. Weakness: the street. Rates for studio: $235-$265. Wailea’s Polo Beach Club, great views but run down Studio rates: $216 and up.

Conde Nast should have called me. J-220 beats all these properties, locations, isn’t “run down,” and will save you more per week than any of their recommendations!

Conde Nast Missed J-220, but you shouldn’t.

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