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MAUI AT A GLANCE
Area: Maui's more than 727 square miles make it the second largest of the Hawaiian Islands and one of its most popular, with 120 miles of shoreline and 80 beaches.
Geography: Geographically, the island of Maui is said to have been created by Haleakala, and its western volcanic neighbor, Pu'ukukui. The two craters are linked by seven-mile strand of land between them, earning the island of Maui the nickname of
"The Valley Isle."
Nickname: "The Magic Isle" and is one of the tri-isles of The County of Maui. Its sister islands are Lanai and Molokai.
Population: 103,000
Major Attractions: 80 beaches, haleakala National Park, Hana, Lahina, Makawao, Cultural Arts and History, ocean activities and
destination for romance.
Major Resort Areas: Kapalua, Ka'anapali, Kahana/Napili, Honokowai, Lahina, Ma'alaea, Kihei, Wailea. Hana, Makawao, Ha'iku and Pa'ia
Major Activities: Beach activities, water sports, golf, tennis, hiking, horseback riding, biking, kayaking, fishing, snuba, scuba, snorkling, whale watching sightseeing, flightseeing, as well as shopping and dining out. |
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