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Spotlight on Shopping Maui



• SHOPPING CENTERS

OLD LAHAINA CENTER
Old Lahaina CenterOld Lahaina Center has a “busier-than-ever” attitude with Foodland Super Market, Starbucks Coffee, and Maui Myth & Magic Theatre featuring the award-winning live show “Ulalena.” Located at the corner of Front Street and Papalaua Street, Old Lahaina Center is home to the ever-popular Longhi’s Restaurant, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., Maui Clothing Company and, for gifts and collectibles, Whalers, Ltd. There is a mix of ethnic eateries including Japanese, American and local-style food, plus Maui favorites–Thai Chef Restaurant and an Internet cafe and bakery called Buns of Maui, both next to KFC. There are also banks, a post office, pharmacy, travel agent, mail service, plus a professional building that houses dentists, an optometrist, naturopath, and investment services. Visit us online at: www.OldLahainaCenter.com.

THE WHARF CINEMA CENTER
The Wharf Cinema CenterThe Wharf Cinema Center at 658 Front Street in the heart of Lahaina’s historic district, is across from Lahaina’s famous banyan tree and steps away from dozens of its registered historic sites. A shopping, dining and entertainment center all in one, The Wharf Cinema Center is a perfect place to spend your day. Over 50 shops carry everything from aloha shirts and Hawaiian arts and crafts to fashions and accessories. Beside the handy postal station for shipping or expressing your purchases home, The Wharf Cinema Center offers other services for the vacationer. You can purchase sunset dinner cruise, lu‘au or other activity tickets; get cash from ATMs; go online for Internet and E-mail access; visit the hair salon; or view the latest movie releases at the triplex cinema. Getting hungry or thirsty? Enjoy a cup of rich Hawaiian coffee, a tropical drink or a tasty snack from a number of eating establishments in the Garden Courtyard. Cool off with an ice cream cone after a local-style plate lunch or, relax in the air-conditioned comfort of any of The Wharf Cinema Center’s full-service restaurants. The Wharf Cinema Center is open from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. daily. “Lots” of validated parking is available in The Wharf’s parking lots, with entrances from Waine‘e and Luakini streets. For information, call (808) 661-8748.

WHALERS VILLAGE
Whalers VillageA vibrant, colorful collection of over 60 fine shops and restaurants awaits you at Whalers Village, Maui’s only oceanfront shopping destination! Located right on Ka‘anapali Beach, Whalers Village beckons with a discriminating selection of world-class boutiques and island-style Hawaiian shops, fine jewelry, art galleries, gifts, sundries, and more. The Whalers Village Museum is always FREE, as is cultural entertainment six nights a week. Open 9:30 a.m.-10:00 p.m. daily. 2435 Ka‘anapali Pkwy. Call (808) 661-4567. Or visit them online at: www.WhalersVillage.com.



More Shopping Centers...

AZEKA SHOPPING CENTER
The largest shopping center in the “Heart & Soul of Kihei” has over 50 great restaurants and shops. Vacationers keep coming back to where the locals eat. Go for breakfast, lunch, dinner and the nightlife with food choices varying from Thai, Mexican, Chinese, Vietnamese, Italian, American, and local foods such as tasty local-style ribs, hot malasadas (donuts) and saimin noodles. Banking, floral, medical, travel, postal services too. 1279 and 1280 South Kihei Road. (808) 879-5000.

505 FRONT STREET
An oceanfront shopping mall at the south end of Lahaina featuring an authentic Hawaiian lu‘au and three other restaurants including Pacific ‘O’ with live jazz Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. You’ll also find a treasure of unique gift items at shops like Foreign Intrigue. Plenty of easy, shaded parking is available. Open daily: 10:00 a.m.-9:00 pm, Monday through Saturday; 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Sunday. 505 Front Street, Lahaina, next to the Lahaina Shores Beach Resort. (808) 667-2514.

KAHANA GATEWAY CENTER
From T-shirts to diamonds, Big Macs to live Maine lobster, the biggest little center on Maui offers all the coolest stuff, with none of the hassle of Lahaina. Plenty of FREE parking, friendly people and relaxed shopping, dining or browsing. Find it at 4405 Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., between Kapalua and Ka‘anapali. (808) 665-1620.

KUKUI MALL
Kukui Mall offers family-style dining and affordable shopping whether for a day at the beach, a night on the town, or a lifetime of souvenirs. Located across the street from Kalama Beach Park (a favorite local gathering spot with excellent swimming) Kukui Mall is where you’ll find Triplex Movie Theater, Local Motion, and Tony Roma’s famous ribs. There’s also a frozen yogurt shop and a bakery to satisfy your sweet tooth. Located at 1819 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. (808) 877-7073.


LAHAINA CENTER
Lahaina Center offers free validated parking and more than 30 shops, restaurants and entertainment choices. It is home of Hale Kahiko (ancient house), one of Maui’s greatest free attractions, showcasing the arts and skills of ancient Hawaiians in a village of thatched houses. There are free cultural activities on weekdays–lei making, weaving, hula and crafts for kids. Enjoy the free keiki-style Tahitian Show on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m., and the Aloha Friday Keiki Hula Show on Friday at 6:00 p.m. 900 Front Street. (808) 667-5758.

LAHAINA CANNERY MALL
Lahaina Cannery Mall is Maui's only fully enclosed, air-conditioned shopping mall, with more than 50 shops and restaurants and plenty of FREE parking. It truly offers “one-stop” shopping with a diversity of stores including books, specialty gifts and toys, fashion, accessories, jewelry, and a large pharmacy and supermarket. Fun on tap includes Keiki (children’s) Hula Shows at 1:00 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday and a Polynesian Show at 7:00 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. The Pineapple Food Court features a variety of international flavors. Lahaina Cannery Mall is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at 1221 Honoapi‘ilani Hwy. in Lahaina, call (808) 661-5304.

MAUI MALL
Proud to say “We're Maui!,” Maui Mall in Kahului, just 5 minutes from the airport, is where Maui shops. Many of the over 40 shops and restaurants are locally owned and operated, perfect if you’re the sort who seeks lots of “local flavor” and great values. It is also home to the new Maui Mall Mega Plex Cinema with 12 comfortable theatres. Open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday–Thursday and Saturday; 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday; 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday. 70 E. Ka‘ahumanu Ave. (808) 872-4320.

OLD LAHAINA CENTER
Located in the heart of Lahaina, between Front Street and Waine‘e Street, the recently remodeled center has been a landmark for as long as most “Mauians” can remember. They feature an interesting mix of ethnic eateries, as well as several banks, a post office, pharmacy, travel company, fishing supplies, hardware, mail service, videos...and more! A convenient, bustling shopping center for residents and visitors alike. 900 Front St. Call (808) 661-5518.

QUEEN KAAHUMANU CENTER
With over 100 stores, restaurants, theaters and services, as well as free on-stage entertainment and festivals, Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center is truly where Maui gathers for shopping, dining and fun! Specialty boutiques, Hawaiian art and crafts stores, souvenir shops and Macy’s and Sears are just a few of the reasons residents and visitors spend their time here. 9:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; 9:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Sat.; 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Sun. 275 W. Ka‘ahumanu Ave., Kahului. (808) 877-4325.

THE SHOPS AT WAILEA
Considered the most beautiful shopping center in Hawai‘i, The Shops at Wailea is truly a shopping and dining aficionado’s paradise. The diverse group of retailers, from Louis Vuitton to Honolua Surf Co. and Maui WaterWear, to specialty Hawaiian shops with unique gifts, offer a variety of shopping opportunities for everyone at every level of spending. A distinctive list of restaurants, including the ever-popular Longhi’s, offer cuisine options from casual to elegant, American fare to Pacific Rim. 3750 Wailea Alanui. (808) 891-6770.



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