Lahaina Small Boat Harbor Reopens, Sparking Mixed Reactions in Mauis Tourism RecoveryThe Lahaina Small Boat Harbor in Maui has reopened for tour vessels, two years after the devastating wildfires. Commercial boats are back, but the return has been met with mixed reactions. Dave Jung, owner of Hawaii Ocean Project tours, was among the first to bring his catamaran back, sharing a personal connection to the tragedy. Don Prestage, president of Sail Maui, expressed both excitement and nervousness about the reopening. However, some community members have protested, believing its too soon for tourists to return to what they consider a sacred area. The reopening is still limited, with the harbor lacking working navigational lighting and recent weather affecting business.
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