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Real Estate Information for Maui, Hawaii | Lahaina, Maui Close-Up
Lahaina is the most visited vacation destination on Maui
March 21, 2008 | Lahaina is the most visited vacation destination on Maui: Year-round sun, white sand beaches, gorgeous neighbor-island views, and multiple luxury resorts -- including the world-renowned Kaanapali and Kapalua beach resorts -- all contribute to Lahaina's popularity.
With a population of more than 9500 full time residents, however, Lahaina is more than simply a tourist area. Real estate in Lahaina and other parts of West Maui is highly sought after. Condominium complexes and residential home developments are spread throughout the town and surrounding areas. And a strong sense of community, both formal and informal, keeps the Aloha Spirit alive and well.
Historically, Lahaina served as a sanctuary for Hawaii's ali'i (royal family), and became the "Royal Capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom" for the first half of the 19th century. Lahaina was also the center of the Pacific whaling industry until the mid-1800s, and still retains the flavor of an early 19th century whaling town, boasting several historical buildings and points of interest all along Front Street.
Today, Lahaina is home to art galleries, world-class restaurants, shopping malls, movie theaters, dinner theaters, night clubs, a yacht club, and much more. Snorkeling, swimming, kayaking, golf, tennis, bicycling, hiking, and scuba diving are but a few of the many activities available in the area. |
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