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Ka'anapali Beach

Off Hwy 30, Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761
808-661-3271
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Ranked #3 of 54 attractions in Lahaina
Type: Beaches
Activities: Sunbathing, Swimming, Group tours/walking tour
Description: One of the best beaches in Maui, a favorite for relaxation as well as water sports.
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Weston, Oregon
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

A fun strip of beach to walk and check out all the amazing resorts. Very crowed though and we were very thankful we had chosen a quieter area to stay. We are not in to socializing much and came to really relax. Kaanapali is not that place. It is crowded!! Too many people for us but a fun place to... More

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PHP
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

While they claim the sand is white, it really isn't (Go to the carribean and you'll see what a real white sand beach is.) but this beach is very long and great for a morning or evening walk. Also - there are spots to surf, boogie board, AND snorkel/scuba. Even during 'high surf warnings' there is a protected area near... More

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Saratoga Springs, Utah
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Gorgeous beach, great snorkeling on the reef, we saw a turtle and a cuttle fish here. Recommend snorkeling around black rock.

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Saint Augustine
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

This beach was in front of our hotel. It was very clean and not very busy. There is very little shade on this beach.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW via mobile

My husband and I spent 10 days in Maui and we visited beaches all over the Island. It's clean, clear and relaxing. We snorkel and I'm not a swimmer which made it even more amazing. This beach is a must see, must visit an must swim!

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Langley, BC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Great place to relax in the sun (or the shade). Eatery at the Sheraton was superb. There are also two great restaurants at Whaler's Village.

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York, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

beautiful stretch of beach, great for families and honeymooners. very quiet. Close to restaurants and shopping.

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Calgary, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Very long white sand beach. If you do not go early enough, expect to pay premium parking fees at hotels nearby (we were not staying on Ka'anapali). We went around 9 and all free parking was already scooped up. The beach was very empty and peaceful in the morning but did fill up eventually. You could look at the view... More

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Richland, Washington
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Great walk by the ocean, but pretty expensive to eat or drink. Sunsets are absolutely beautiful. Hold hands and stroll.

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New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Sand looks like brown sugar...your toes just melt into the sand as you walk. Nice backdrop and a sunset to die for. You can walk for miles on this beach- there is so much space to just lay around and sun bathe. There are really no words to describe this place- you just have to go and see it for... More

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