KAANAPALI MAUI, HAWAII, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Kaanapali is a playground for people the world over, with its world-class resorts and beaches. Each of the major resorts has its own personality, as you'll see when strolling through the lobbies and grounds, some of which have phenomenal collections of art and exotic birds. Each fronts a stretch of gorgeous Kaanapali Beach where you can swim, snorkel, scuba dive, windsurf, or just soak up the sun.

There are two spectacular 18-hole championship golf courses in Kaanapali. The picturesque North Course, designed by Robert Trent Jones, places a premium on putting. The South Course, designed by Jack Snyder, though shorter, requires accuracy. Most of the major resorts have tennis courts for guests, many lighted for night play. One of Hawaii's largest collection of memorabilia from Maui's whaling days is in the Whaling Museum at Whalers Village shopping and dining complex.

Further north, Hwy. 30 has a Lower Honoapiilani turnoff to Kahana, called the “Home of Rainbows”. Kahana and Napili are lined with condominium resorts that enjoy views of offshore Lanai and Molokai and the West maui Mountains. Take Hwy. 30 to get to D.T. Fleming Beach Park , a great spot for families. Adjacent to the park is the well-groomed Kapalua Bay Resort overlooking Kapalua Bay. Kapalua takes its name from the ancient Hawaiians, meaning “arms embracing the sea”. The arms of lava rock that reach into the ocean help protect the beach and offer opportunity for watersports.