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veterans to the tranquil surroundings of Hana. This retreat center is a welcoming collective
of interfaith initiatives and focuses on not only yoga, but also meditation, writing, cultural
workshops, and creative arts. The schedule is constantly changing, so call ahead or inquire
online about ways you can be involved during your relaxing stay in Hana.
SPAS
Pa'ia
If your back muscles are tight from three straight days of surfing Pa'ia Bay, North
Shore Chiropractic and Massage (16 Baldwin Ave., 808/579-9134,
www.northshorechiropracticandmassage.com ) in the heart of town offers 60-minute mas-
sages from $70. The massage schedule can sometimes be variable, so call ahead and in-
quire about specific arrangements.
You can also find massage services up the street at Thee Salon (109 Baldwin Ave., 808/
579-6333, www.theesalonmaui.com , 10am-5pm Tues.-Fri., 9am-4pm Sat., by appointment
Sun.-Mon.), where resident massage therapists offer 60-minute massages starting at $75.
Grace Beauty Day Spa (62 Baldwin Ave., 808/579-9779, www.dayspasmaui.com ,
10am-6pm Mon.-Sat.) specializes in bikini waxes and offers a full range of additional wax
and nail treatments in a casual setting. The spa itself is across the street from Mana Foods,
ensconced within a clothing boutique. The friendly staff will answer any questions about
spa services, clothing, or general tips about town.
Hana
The services at The Spa at Travaasa Hana (5031 Hana Hwy., 808/270-5290,
www.travaasa.com/hana , 9am-7pm) go far beyond a massage. This isn't a place you come
for a single treatment; it's a sanctuary of calm for an experience that will leave you bliss-
fully renewed and on the verge of floating. If you've always dreamt of pampering yourself
in the peaceful surroundings of a tropical island, this spa is the incarnation of the image
you hold in your dreams. Arrive ahead of time to loosen up your muscles in the outdoor
lava-rock whirlpool, or enjoy an herbal tea in the soothing relaxation lounge. Let your
muscles embark on a journey of temperature as you slink your way into the cold plunge
pool before decompressing in the comfort of the welcoming steam room. Having shed all
your stress during the relaxation process, it's almost easy to forget that you still get to ex-
perience the actual massage. The treatment options here run the gamut of services from
aromatherapy to deep tissue to pohaku hot stone. The starting rate for a 60-minute mas-