The Truth About Maui Travel in 2024 šŗ
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Published 2024-05-16
The Truth About Maui Travel in 2024 šŗ
Maui. Known as the Valley Isle, it is the second largest island in Hawaii. Tourists from all over the world flock here because it is literally paradise on earth. Whether you're a solo traveler, a young couple in love, a family of four, or empty nesters looking to relax, Maui has it all.
Or at least, it didā¦
On August 8, 2023, a series of fires ravaged through Hawaii. Maui was hit the hardest. And of the areas in Maui, Lahainaāarguably the most popular tourist destination on the islandāwas completely destroyed. Favorites like Kimoās Restaurant, Paia Fish Market, Ululaniās Shave Ice, the Bill Weiland Galleries, The Lahaina Outlets, and so much more are now just piles of ash and rubble. 2,200 structures were destroyed. More than 7,000 people were left without homesā many still displaced as of early 2024. The rebuilding process has been, to put it nicely, terrifyingly slow.
So, the question on every travelerās mind has to be, āIs Maui Back?ā Itās been nine months and counting since the devastating fires. What progress, if any, has the rebuilding seen? What questions have been answered regarding the cause of the fires? We at The Vacation Agent wanted to see for ourselves. So we visited in May 2024, and what follows is our honest opinion.
In today's video, we look at The Truth About Maui Travel in 2024 šŗ. Keep watching to see Maui news, maui fire news, what is open in Maui, west Maui travel, visiting Maui, Maui after the fire, is it safe to travel to Maui, can you go to Maui now, Maui travel in 2024, 2024 Maui vacation, things to do on Maui in 2024, Lahaina strong, Maui strong, Maui recovery, Maui rebuild, Maui fires, Lahaina fires, tourism in Maui, Maui Hawaii travel guide, Maui travel tips 2024, the Old Lahaina Luau, the Snorkel Store, Ka'anapali, Lahaina, Kapalua, Napili, Honokowai, and so much more!
Maui nÅ ka 'oi! Mahalo ohana, and aloha until next time!
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LINKS:
The Snorkel Store (Ka'anapali): thesnorkelstore.com/
The Old Lahaina Luau: oldlahainaluau.com/
Donate to victims via Habitat for Humanity (Maui): www.instagram.com/habitatmaui/
Mala Ocean Tavern: malatavern.com/
Aloha Mixed Plate: www.alohamixedplate.com/
Hawaiian Rent-a-car: www.hrac.one/
Cruisin' Maui Rent-a-car: cruisinmaui.com/
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All Comments (21)
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Yes!!! That's the kind of promotion/advertisement we Mauians need!!
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We went this May as well. Never been before that but we heard from a lot of locals how slow it felt. We stayed in Kaāanapali so right next door to Lahaina. We shopped local the whole time and supported however we could while staying respectful. Breaks my heart to see the before and after of Lahaina. Show your support everyone. Take that trip to Maui š«¶š½
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We Love Maui! We will be visiting and supporting West Maui in August!
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Tears flowing as I'm watching your fabulous video tour. I've been to and done almost everything mentioned in your video. We own a Kahana timeshare, was last there in 2021 (our 4th trip since 1999). We dined almost nightly in Lahaina on Front Street and so sad to see drone footage from another video that it's all gone. Except the Banyan Tree. Such aloha that it's coming back strong. Maybe we can return in 2027 (our timeshare is a bi-annual usage). Hope to see improvements speed up as the burnt out areas have been finally cleaned up. Mahalo for showing West Maui back for tourism and my Aloha to the residents of Lahaina who've lost so much!
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I live on Maui born & raised you can come just be respectful Lahaina needs time to heal it still hurts to see our beloved Lahaina like this ā¤ Lahainastrong
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Please support maui!! Thank you for showcasing its beauty!!
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Mahalo Nui for sharing positive and promoting our beautiful island.
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Great Video. Good advertisement
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I was In Maui in March, It was GREAT and Every one was Friendly and WANT tourists
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We have been to Oahu 3 times, Maui twice and most recently Kauai. Maui is still my favorite and I want to go back soon.
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May 2024 ā just back from a wonderful vacation at Napili Kai. West Maui is making a comeback. Please donāt hesitate to visit.
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Maui needs tourists but the locals are very mean to tourists. We just went back in Mar, 2024 and my experience with the local was awful.
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Well done video!! We just spent last week in Napili, and the week before in Oahu and the Big Island. It was our first time to Hawaii so we can't do a comparison. The only time we had to wait in line was at the Gazebo for breakfast, we were there 1/2 hour before it opened. We ate and shopped local, and everyone was very nice. I have been following some people since the fire. It is extremely sad that residents aren't getting the assistance they need. And it was very sad seeing the devastation firsthand. Homeless seems to be an issue but on all the islands not just Maui, again I can't compare to the past. Oh heck, the whole USA has a homeless problem. I totally agree, GO!! If you have been thinking about it, now is the time. There is plenty to do and see!! The Old Lahani Luau was wonderful!! God bless and happy travels!
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Please visit. Most of Maui is open, but local businesses are struggling. They need the support of tourism to survive.
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Mahalo.
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I am visiting Maui in September with 3 of my sisters-in-law. I texted to them that Lahaina Luau is open and welcoming visitors! My plan is that we have our Luau there in September this year!
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We will be there in two weeks! We love Mauians!
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Mahalo from Maui
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Visiting West Maui in late July
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We want to visit in August, I could see many ocean view air bnb options in Lahaina , does that mean itās recovered ? Please suggest where to stay !
