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A recent survey has revealed that 18% of respondents used half or less of their paid vacation days due to fear they may not seem as dedicated to their jobs as some of their coworkers. If you feel management looks at you this way, then it may be the time to take a vacation, as stress from the job is taking its toll on you. When you decide its time to take that much needed vacation, consider a luxury condo on a beautiful and quiet tropical island.

Wailea, Maui the perfect spot for family vacations or romantic getaways. You can find everything here, with idea snorkeling conditions, endless sun and gorgeous sunsets.

Once you’re convinced that Wailea is the place you should be, here are a few vacation condos that you can book on Maui’s southern shore:

Top 5 Wailea Condominiums:

1. Premiere studio 8F

This rental is found in the Wailea Ekahi Oceanfront Village. This 600 square foot studio has Cathedral ceilings. The full murphy bed, beautiful furnishings and a fully functional kitchen makes this ideal for two, especially if access to a pool is a top priority. It is a spacious with a touch of luxury for the lone adventurer or lovebirds looking for something cozier than a hotel. It is luxurious without feeling stuffy, and prices range from $200-$400+ a night.

2. The Secret Garden Condo

This condo is located in the Grand Champion Villas, a semi-luxury resort at Wailea’s center. It is near the top of the list because of its affordability, with rates ranging from $150-$250 a night. In the Secret Garden Condo, you have one bedroom and a kitchenette with granite counter tops and a walk-in shower. The condo is furnished with tile floors, handmade and original artwork with a tropical theme.

The next three are in the Wailea Beach Villas, a condominium resort that is considered the cream of the crop. It offers travelers the privacy of residential condominiums whose sizes range between 1,900 and 3,000 square feet. Each condominium has two to three bedrooms and a private lanai with built-in barbeques. There are also kitchens available in each of these condos with top of the line appliances and granite counters. With 24 hour security, two stunning swimming pools, one that is adults only, two Jacuzzis, a fitness facility, activity room and business center, this is really the place to be.

3. The Maui Escape

This 2,200 square foot unit has two bedrooms, a beautifully designed kitchen and breathtaking views with prices ranging from $900-$1,500 a night. It is decorated with Hawaiian and Indonesian furnishings, granite counter tops, and marble flooring with ceiling fans in each room. Some of the features it has include WIFI and flat screen TVs with surround sound. Perhaps the best feature is that it is only a few steps from the ocean.

4. The Maha Lani

is a 3 bedroom, 3,000 square foot unit, including lanai with gas BBQ, 4 flat sceen TV’s, fully equipped gourmet kitchen. Two bedrooms are appointed with luxurious 100% Egyptian-cotton bed linens. Rates start at $1,100 and go up based on availability and season.

This spacious 3,000 square foot unit has 3 bedrooms outfitted with 100$ Egyptian-cotton linens, a gourmet kitchen, and a lanai with a gas BBQ. In it, you can find 4 flat screen TVs, perfect for those lazy days. Rates here start at $1,100 and change depending on availability and the season.

5. The Baby Grand

The Baby Grand is a 4 bedroom unit that is named because of the baby grand piano that calls it home. The master bedroom has a breathtaking ocean view and a double vanity bathroom, while the second master bedroom also has a double vanity bathroom, king bed and walk-in closet. The third bedroom can either have two twins or a King bed accompanied by a bathroom. A queen sized sofa with a custom mattress can be found in the fourth room. Most of the bedrooms have TVs, and the game room has a PlayStation 3 as well as wireless internet.

Out of the five condos, the Maui Escape is probably the best choice, as it can fit 4-6 people, and has a great location on the beach. Make your arrangements for vacation with your job, then head to Wailea to have the tropical vacation of your dreams.

The second largest of the Hawaiian Islands, Maui is also one of the most popular places for fun and relaxation. While on vacation, consider visiting a day spa that can offer amazing body massages and spa treatments. There are a number of Maui day spas that offer traditional spa treatments and unique Hawaiian healing techniques. There are also massage for babies in certain spas, so be sure to look for a spa that has what you’re looking for.

Upon your arrival at the day spa, you will be greeted by a staff member that will take you around the facility and explain the services offered. Services can include Swedish massage, reflexology, Shiatsu, and more. There are also spa packages that are inspired by the traditional use of local herbs and plants as well as aromatherapy. There are spa treatments that target specific problems, such as stress and relaxing active muscles from a full day of tennis, golf, bike riding, or surfing. Some additional treatments include a full service hair and nail salon, hydrotherapy and cosmetic consultations. No matter what you chose, you won’t be disappointed.

Massages are a great idea; in addition to releasing tension, research shows that people who regularly get massages are less likely to attract illnesses and can deal with pain better. They also stimulate your nervous system by healing through touch.

Paradise Awaits You at Maui Day Spas

You will definitely feel amazing by visiting a Maui spa. Soothing massages and rejuvenating body wraps are available at most Maui spas. Licensed spa massage therapists can relax you when they massage your neck, shoulders, and back to the extremities of your body. While on your stay, take advantage of the many lotions, oils creams they offer, as many of them can’t be found anywhere unless purchased through mail order.

A Maui day spa treatment should be a welcome addition to your Maui activities. Not only will you have tons of fun visiting the island’s many beaches and shore, you will return home feeling refreshed and rejuvenated from your relaxing spa experience.