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Fodor's Travel put Maui on its 'No List' of places tourists may want to avoid in 2023. Here's why.

Fodor's Travel named Maui one of 10 destinations on its  2023 “No List”  that tourists should reconsider visiting this year.

The travel publication outlined 10 regions ranging from Antarctica to Italy that are threatened by environmental damage caused by overtourism and climate change. The list split those places into three categories: "natural attractions that could use a break in order to heal and rejuvenate; cultural hotspots that are plagued with overcrowding and resource depletion; and locations around the world immediately and dramatically impacted by water crises ."

Maui was highlighted in the latter category, along with the Southern European Watershed and the American West, as destinations "suffering from water crises."

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The publication noted how last year, the debate over water restrictions on Maui hit a boiling point when only Upcountry residents were ordered to conserve water – or face $500 fines if they used water for "non-essential" purposes like irrigation and washing cars. At the same time, "no such limitations were placed on resorts in South and Central Maui, many of which boast pools, sprawling lawns, and golf courses," the article said.

The publication continued to say that Native Hawaiians are also "paying the price for the growing tourism industry" in other aspects of daily life. The cost of living has risen along with the boom in short-term rentals, the publication wrote, which is fueling more people to experience homelessness.

"This year’s No List does not serve as a boycott, ban, or cancelation of any sort; but a call to travelers to consider wisely the choices we make ," the article read. "We can have a positive impact on this world we love so dearly."

This story  was published in partnership with Honolulu Civil Beat, a nonprofit newsroom doing investigative and watchdog journalism relating to the state of Hawaii.

Civil Beat’s coverage of Maui County is supported in part by grants from the Nuestro Futuro Foundation and the Fred Baldwin Memorial Foundation.

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Whether you want to hike in Maui's bamboo park, watch for whales, or walk on a black sand beach, the local Fodor's travel experts in Maui are here to help! Fodor's Maui guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos.

Fodor's Maui travel guide includes:

• AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do
• MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time
• MORE THAN 15 DETAILED MAPS and a FREE PULL-OUT MAP to help you navigate confidently
• COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!
• HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, side trips and more
• PHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on "Maui's Natural Wonders," "Maui's Best Beaches," and more
• TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money
• HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local local cultural traditions including luaus, leis, and more
• SPECIAL FEATURES on "What to Watch and Read Before You Visit," and "What to Eat and Drink"
• LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems
• HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE PRIMERS with useful words and essential phrases
• UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Ololwalu, Wailea, Kaanapali, Lahaina, Kahului, Paia, Haleakala National Park, Kihei, the Road to Hana, Wailuku, Molokai, Lanai, and more

Planning on visiting the rest of Hawaii? Check out Fodor's Essential Hawaii , as well as Fodor's Big Island of Hawaii, Fodor's Oahu, and Fodor's Kauai.

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