Is Kaanapali closed?

Is Kaanapali closed? Kaanapali Alii is now welcoming guest arrivals. Whether you have a confirmed reservation or are considering a vacation to Maui, we look forward to welcoming you. Please call our reservations team at 866-664-6410 with any questions and to plan your next visit.

Was Kaanapali affected by the fires?

The good news is that much of Maui, including the popular Kaanapali Beach and Wailea, was not affected directly by the fire.

What happened in Lahaina Maui?

Some victims were stuck in traffic, trying to escape, when the fire overtook their cars. The wildfires killed at least 97 people and destroyed more than 2,000 buildings, most of them homes. Some survivors jumped over a sea wall and sheltered in the waves, as hot black smoke blotted out the sun.

What are the best and worst months to go to Maui?

The best times to visit Maui are April through May and September through November. The spring and fall shoulder seasons provide the pleasant weather Hawaii vacationers seek without the high rates and heavy crowds that accompany the summer and winter.

Are bugs a problem in Maui?

Once upon a time, insects like mosquitoes, centipedes, and house flies did not exist on Maui. However, as people fell in love with Maui and decided to stay here permanently, horrific creatures came along hiding in shoes, carpets, and clothes. Ever since, these creatures also claimed permanent residence in paradise.

Is Maui still in fire?

Lahaina fire: Remains 90% contained. Estimated 2,170 acres.

Are there places to avoid in Maui?

Areas in West Maui that tourists should avoid include Lahaina, Napili, Kaanapali, and Kapalua, according to a press release from the Hawaii Tourism Authority.

Will tourism come back to Maui?

Tourism is slowly coming back to Maui as the Hawaiian government starts to lift travel restrictions to the western region, two months after devastating wildfires that left nearly 100 dead and displaced thousands of people. West Maui will reopen to tourists in three staggered phases.

Can you still go to Kaanapali?

The short answer is yes, you can travel to Maui right now and Maui is still open for tourists but West Maui is closed until October 8th, 2023.

Is tourism down in Maui?

The implosion of Maui's economy, of which tourism comprises about 40 percent, has been swift and severe. State economic officials estimate that the island is seeing about 4,250 fewer visitors each day than normal, representing a loss of $9 million a day.

Is Maui losing its beaches?

Out of all the Hawaiian islands, Maui is facing the most erosion – data indicates that 85% of Maui's beaches are experiencing long-term erosion. West Maui, where the Kahana Sunset resides, has been heavily impacted by high waves and erosion, according to Owens.

Is Hawaii tourism back to normal?

While the pandemic pummeled Hawaii in its early stages, the Aloha State's tourism industry is back, and by some metrics, bigger than ever. The number of tourists from the U.S. mainland is higher than it was before the pandemic — and average spending per trip is also higher.