Kapalua Beach was named “America’s Best Beach” in 1991, and D.T. Fleming’s Beach (named after Honolua Ranch manager David Thomas Fleming) claimed the same coveted title in 2006. These white sand beaches offer excellent snorkeling and swimming and are popular destinations for whale watching during Maui’s whale season, which lasts from December to April each year.
Kapalua Resort and The Ritz Carlton at Kapalua offer award-winning restaurants, high end shopping, world class tennis facilities and three championship golf courses. Kapalua Resort is home to the annual Kapalua Wine & Food Festival, the longest running food and wine event in the country, PGA Tournament of Champions, which attracts golfers from around the world, and Celebration of the Arts Festival, honoring Hawaii’s cultural heritage for more than 20 years.
Take time to enjoy a meal at one of Kapalua’s highest rated restaurants, including Merriman’s Kapalua, Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar, The Plantation House and The Wine Palette.
Whether it’s enjoying a low key beach picnic at D.T. Fleming’s, watching the surfers at nearby Oneloa Beach (also known as Ironwoods), or joining us for an exciting tour on the ocean, make sure to set some time aside to explore this historic and stunning area of Maui.