Wailea is located on South Maui Island. It is famous for its five beautiful crescent beaches and first-class golf courses. It is the gathering area of luxury resorts. It covers an area of 1,500 acres (6 square kilometers). Its landmark beaches include the 1999 "Best Beach in the United States" - Verea Beach; Polo Beach is an excellent place for swimming and snorkeling; and Ulua Beach Park is suitable for walking and jogging in the morning and evening. Blue Villa, Golden Villa and Emerald Villa make up a 54-hole championship-level golf course, which makes Villa famous.