A Tribute to Lahaina, Maui: to the town and the community

Our hearts go out to those lost in the Lahaina Fire and the community members who lost everything. Lahaina and its community are beautiful. This is how we will remember Lahaina. Hawaii charities that are making a difference are listed below for donations. Rebuilding the homes, buildings, and businesses that have been lost is going to be a marathon. The community will need support for a long time, so please don't forget them after the news cycle moves on.

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We’ve all seen the devastation caused by the wildfires in Lahaina. The footage we captured over the last few years highlights the architecture, the historical places, the banyan tree, the local restaurants, and a little of the local community. A lot of Front Street is shown as we always try to avoid filming people and homes.

We have been visiting Lahaina since we were kids and our family got the chance to live there for three years. We wish we had more videos, but we are happy to at least have this footage to share.

All of Maui is recovering from this disaster. As a Hawaii travel channel, we will continue to share travel advice and information on the islands.

Thanks for watching. #lahainafire #maui #mauifire
Credits:
Footage is from The Hawaii Vacation Guide, Jordan and Erica
Editing was done by the amazing Iliya Lipkovich, you can find him on Instagram @ilya_lipkovich

[TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

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[Matthew-ohms]

My heart is filled with sadness! To me it feels like a loved one passed away. When I was there in June, I had no idea it would be the last time we’d see it. So devastating! Bless the people of Maui/Lahaina!! ❤

[julesl]

It's an unimaginable tragedy. The people made Lahaina what it was. Beautiful tribute. ❤

[loisblake]

A beautiful tribute to a beautiful place with beautiful people. Our hearts are aching for you from Canada. Love and strength.

[stephanie]

I grew up in Lahaina and moved away after high school I've walked Front Street thousands of times. Thank you for posting this. It almost feels like I'm there once again walking through our beloved Lahaina <3

[christinal]

The sense of grief is so overwhelming. We stand with the people of Maui. You are beautiful and you will come back stronger than ever.

[slay]

What a gorgeous town it was. My deepest condolences to everyone in Maui. There are no words for a loss this profound.

[Sherman]

Hope that the Banyan tree survives and makes a huge come back, my heart felt prayers, thoughts and hopes shine bright for Lahaina and Maui! The Aloha Spirit shall always Live on!!!! : )

[SmallParadiseKona]

Dear Lahaina. Malama Maui. She has nurtured so many of us; now she needs our love and help.
I'm seeing more ships in Kailua-Kona this week. Please stay safe, everyone.

[kaiwildly]

When I first heard of the fires in Lahaina Town, my heart broke; still does. So many loves lost and so many treasures are no more. My wife and I have found, wonderful memories that stay with us from going to Lahaina in our travels. I really hope they rebuild in Hawaiian tradition and not fall into developers who just want another seaside mall. All my prayers to the families and first responders who are on the front lines. The Aloha spirit is with you; all love, all respect to the resilient people of Hawai'i

[marcielston]

I've had to stop twice so far because my heart gave out. I swear I will get to the end of the video - seeing so many places we walked, ate, shopped - the boats we day-tripped on, the people, the people. Thank you for digging into your archives to make this. I know it must have been hard for you. I love it. I hate it.

[emilya]

I was there in April. I’m devastated. We had a beautiful time in Lahaina and in Maui in general. Many prayers from all of us on the mainland. Hope you all are doing ok.

[stevec]

Heartfelt reminder to appreciate every day, every loved one and this beautiful planet we live on. Praying daily for your family and for those lost, their grieving loved ones and those who will rebuild Lahaina with respect to its past.

[thefitzs]

Having never been to Maui, it was hard for me to know what I was mourning. The lives lost and the trauma experienced by so many is beyond terrible and sad. This tribute video has broken my heart and shown me why the people of Lahaina and the town are so incredibly special. Thank you Jordan & Erica.

[zustroy]

I wish good people of Maui stay strong! Kind regards from Serbia!

[XiongBearTravel]

It's so sad what's happening in Maui right now. It's an amazing place and I hope it will recover from this. I'm glad you guys are safe!

[ecahillbierwirth]

Thank you so much for this video! We were on Maui and in Lahaina two weeks before the fires. Our daughter took a surf lesson at the break wall. We have pictures from our last night at the harbor. It’s is heartbreaking. We have donated to the Maui Food bank and hope to return someday to Maui.

[terryhomman]

Aloha, anyone who ever saw this beautiful place will never forget it. The people were friendly, the food was good, the art was beautiful, the history of the citizens of Lahaina Maui will be forever remembered by anyone who was fortunate enough to walk those beautiful roads. May the Banyon tree flourish as it did the days of the Royal Ancestors. Maui Strong❤🙏

[PeterHughes-zmri]

Wonderful heart warming images of the Lahaina we all knew and loved! Aloha will create a new Lahaina for us to enjoy in future days. Prayers for all in this time of recovery and regeneration.

[eajusco]

Thank you ... for the video. I visited Lahaina for the first time in 1982 at 11 years old .. then again in 1983. My wife and I have made multiple trips since then. I told my wife when we married (honeymoon in Kaanapali) my plans when we had children. I told her that I had made a promise to myself that when I had children I would take them to Maui and Lahaina when they were around the same age I was when I first had the experience (so they would remember). I am SOOO glad we did. I have 3 children ... 22, 20 and 14 and they were all fortunate enough to be able to experience Lahaina ... the way it was. I am in tears watching this video ... unimaginable. Thank you for the tribute.