West Maui Delights: Discover the Spectacular Reopened Parts for Unforgettable Adventures
Parts of West Maui are set to reopen to tourists on Sunday, October 8 However, this move has sparked controversy Discover what will be open, what will remain closed, and what has already been accessible on the stunning island of Maui
West Maui is set to commence a phased reopening for tourists from Sunday, October 8. However, the decision has sparked controversy due to the devastating wildfires that occurred in early August. Residents of Lahaina, the area most affected by the wildfires, have petitioned Hawaii Gov. Josh Green, urging him to postpone the reopening. They believe that the community requires additional time to recover and heal.
As of Friday at 5:30 p.m. ET, the phased reopening remained on track for the tourism-dependent island, as confirmed by the Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau and the office of Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen. Here's the current status as the weekend approaches:
Whats opening on Maui
Areas of West Maui - including NÄpili, KÄÊ»anapali, HonokÅwai and Kapalua - are part of the reopening, according the Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau.
According to a news release from Bissen's office, the return of vacationers to resorts will be phased out. The initial phase, Phase I, will include the northern Kapalua area, ranging from the Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua to Kahana Villa. Following an evaluation of the success of Phase I, Phase II will commence, allowing the opening of the area from Mahinahina to Maui Kaanapali Villas.
Phase III encompasses the stretch between Royal Lahaina Resort and the Hyatt Regency, which houses the majority of displaced residents, as stated in Bissen's news release. Consequently, it will be the final area to be reopened.
The Visitors Bureau recommends that travelers consult the respective accommodations in West Maui for updates on their reopening plans.
What remains closed
"The town of Lahaina, which was hit the hardest by the disaster, will be completely closed to the public until further notice as a sign of respect for the local residents," stated the Visitors Bureau.
What has been open
Emergency response teams at the county, state, and federal levels persist in their endeavors to ascertain the identities of victims and locate individuals still unaccounted for. Furthermore, these dedicated responders are actively engaged in the process of removing hazardous materials and debris that have emerged as a consequence of the devastating wildfires.Many parts of the island were spared from the devastating wildfires in August, allowing tourists to explore places like Kahului, Wailuku, KÄ«hei, Wailea, MÄkena, PÄia, and HÄna, as confirmed by the Visitors Bureau.
Moreover, Kauai, Oahu, LÄnaÊ»i, and Hawaii Island have remained open to visitors throughout this time.
