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Maui is a beautiful destination home to white-sand beaches, spectacular hiking trails, and breathtaking views. Here’s how using the new Venture X card from Capital One can help you make the most of a trip to the Hawaiian island.
Earn unlimited 10X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel
With super-soft sand and warm, shallow water that’s calm and safe for kids, Maui is a can’t-miss family destination. You can lounge on the beach, hike alongside waterfalls, and explore nature on the Hawaiian Islands. My family moved to Maui when I was in third grade, and we lived on the island until I started high school. The last time I visited was for my babymoon in 2018, so I’m looking forward to returning and showing my nine-month-old son and three-year-old daughter where I grew up.
I love taking trips with rewards I’ve earned (especially now that there are four of us!), which is one of the reasons I’m obsessed with the Venture X card from Capital One. This credit card makes it easy to book every aspect of your trip, beginning with the outbound flight. Cardholders enjoy free price drop protection on flights recommended by and booked through Capital One Travel. That means Capital One Travel keeps monitoring the price of the flight after you buy it. And if the price drops, you’ll get a refund for all or part of the price difference.
When you book a hotel through Capital One Travel, you can feel confident you’re getting a great room rate because Capital One Travel proactively matches or beats hotel rates offered by competitors to give you the best price. Plus, with Venture X you earn 10X miles on hotels and rental cars and 5X miles on flights booked through Capital One Travel. The Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea is going to be our home base during this trip. It has great amenities, including several dining options and an amazing spa where you can get facials, massages, and more. The location on the water is ideal — it’s situated in a cove and there aren’t a lot of waves — so our itinerary will include a few lazy beach days.
Above: Maui Ocean Center
When you aren’t swimming or building sandcastles, take advantage of all the activities the island has to offer — and the 2X miles you earn on every purchase with Venture X. The Maui Ocean Center is a fun destination for families to spend the day. We plan on checking out all the exhibits, like the living reef with 40 species of Hawaiian corals and the open ocean tank that has a long acrylic tunnel you can walk through.
I also want to take my kids to the Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm in the upcountry region where you can wander through lavender fields and walking trails. There’s a charming gift shop with lavender goods, including lip balm, honey, and body butter. It’s such a beautiful, lush, and peaceful place with incredible views.
Earn 75,000 bonus miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months
Paia Fish Market is one of my favorite restaurants on the island. It’s perfect for a casual lunch after a morning spent on the beach. The fish is caught right there, so the food tastes super fresh. Before heading back to the hotel, it’s always fun to visit some of the small, local boutiques in the area and top off the afternoon with a sweet treat from one of the creperies or ice cream shops.
With the Venture X card, every dollar spent during this trip can help fund future adventures, thanks to the 75,000-mile bonus you can receive when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening. Did I mention the miles never expire for the life of the account? That means you can take your time racking up rewards and wait to book trips when it’s convenient for you and your family. Venture X can help expose you to unique destinations and experiences around the world. Where will Venture X take you?
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