With an almost ideal mix of great beaches, good weather, excellent golfing and just-enough nightlife and sightseeing options, Maui is the best choice for many vacationers. The island contains two primary resort areas: Kaanapali/West Maui and Wailea/Kihei. Kaanapali is a three-mile stretch of white-sand beach bordered by 10 major resorts and at least 30 restaurants. Once home to a thriving commercial whaling port, the nearby town of Lahaina now provides additional shopping and dining options, as well as most of the island's nightlife. North of Kaanapali lie the resort areas of Kahana, Napili and Kapalua. The southern part of the island contains the resort areas of Kihei, Wailea and Makena. Residing at the base of 10,000 foot Mt Haleakala, these areas have a quieter, more relaxed pace than Ka'anapali and contain some of the island's best golf and tennis facilities.