Spotlight on the Hawai'i Land Trust:

The Hawai'i Land Trust's popular annual Buy Back the Beach event is sold out, but you can participate remotely in supporting this incredible organization in their online auction. Bidders can choose from everything from local artwork and luxury goods from local designers to experiences like a private chef's tasting and helicopter adventures.

Bidding is now live:
https://hilt2023.ggo.bid/bidding/package-browse

Or you can volunteer for an upcoming workday in one of their sites on Maui, Kauai or Oahu

REGISTER AND COMPLETE A WAIVER FOR AN UPCOMING WORKDAY ON THE HILT.ORG WEBSITE

Waiheʻe Coastal Dunes & Wetlands Refuge, Maui 
Every Friday AND Third Saturday
Upcoming Saturday Volunteer Day: January 21st at 8

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THE RITZ-CARLTON MAUI KICKS OFF THE HOLIDAYS WITH TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY ON DECEMBER 2, 2022     Photo courtesy of the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua   To kick off the holiday season and celebrate its 30th anniversary, The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua is proud to host a special Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, Dec. 2 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.     Guests will be delighted by the resort’s handcrafted gingerbread house and Santa’s grand arrival, then enjoy live music by Hawaiian legend Henry Kapono, keiki hula dancing, photos with Santa, a holiday craft fair, and the much-anticipated lighting of the trees.    “We are thrilled to welcome in the festive season and celebrate our milestone 30th anniversary with our guests, families, and local…

Take a journey back in time to a simpler life…one of peace and serenity surrounded by the natural beauty of Upcountry Maui. 

This beautifully restored ranch estate was built in 1918 and is set on 60 timbered acres.  The original owners positioned the home at the edge of the ranch lands, which still surround it. The location provides for a private, serene setting and a vantage point with sweeping views across central Maui to Mauna Kahālāwai and of the waves breaking along the North Shore.

The current owners have spent several years lovingly restoring the home.  Some of these touches may not be readily apparent but took years to accomplish: each pane of glass was preserved, cleaned and replaced within refurbished window frames and hardware to

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Market Spotlight: Honua Kai May, 2022

The Honua Kai is Kaanapali's newest condominium development and one of the most desirable vacation destinations in West Maui.  Built in three phases along Kekaa Beach on the North Side of Black Rock, the Honua Kai is comprised of three separate sections: Hokulani (2008), Konea (2009) and Luana Gardens (2018).   

The Hokulani and Konea towers feature 627 studio, one, two and three-bedroom condominium residences.  The 10 story buildings have central air conditioning, elevators and underground parking.  The new addition of Luana Gardens weaves in a more contemporary residential component, with 72 three-bedroom residences.  These low rise, two-story buildings feature private garages in three clusters, each

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The Montage Kapalua Bay is introducing a new Luau to its offerings at the Beach Club at Kapalua Bay (one of my favorite locations on the island, the Beach Club is located overlooking Kapalua Bay).

Unlike most public luaus in Hawaii, The Beach Club Luau at Kapalua Bay will be an intimate affair, providing guests with a more personal and authentic Hawaiian luau experience. The up-close event will only host up to 40 people. While guests at The Beach Club Luau will still sit at communal tables, its small size will afford all guests a front row seat.

Each guest will receive coursed gourmet luau bento boxes, curated by Executive Chef Eric Faivre filled with modern luau favorites. For more information, click here.

Held on Tuesdays.  For

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Each month, the Realtor's Association of Maui publishes updates on the Maui real estate market.

Along with the rest of the country, Maui's real estate market has been far more active than last year during the pandemic.  The number of sales has increased dramatically across all market sectors--homes, condos and land.  The median price has increased as well, in part spurred by oceanfront home and resort sales.

The days on market is down for both homes and land, but is up for land, which tends to be a slower-moving market on the whole, as it doesn't allow immediate use and enjoyment and the building process does take time.

Read the full report and see how it compares to prior years here: Maui Real Estate Statistics

The Kapalua Wine & Food Festival Week: June 6-13, 2021

The Kapalua Wine & Food Festival will celebrate its 40th anniversary with a modified format hosted by several Kapalua Resort partners.  The events will be intimate affairs with wonderful food and outstanding wine. As of this post, the following events still have availability:

THE RITZ-CARLTON, KAPALUA

Banyan Tree Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua
Winemaker Dinner featuring Hartford Court Wines & Cardinale Vineyards

Hosted by winemakers Jeff Stewart/Hartford Court & Chris Carpenter/Cardinale Featuring….
One Master Sommelier (Five-time “Sommelier of the Year”)
Two World Famous Winemakers! (Both famous for making wines with perfect “100 Point” score!)
Four Great Wineries: Cardinale,

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The Napili Point, an oceanfront enclave in Napili, Maui

Why we love Napili Point

Situated on a sleepy little cove in Napili, the Napili Point is a popular vacation destination.  Honokeana Cove is just South of Napili Bay, and is known for its crystal clear waters.  Each afternoon, you can spot turtles in the Bay, which has views out toward the Pailolo Chanel. 

A walking path connects Napili Point to Napili Bay, one of Maui's most iconic beaches, and home to the Sea House Restaurant and the Gazebo, a popular breakfast spot.

Developed in two phases in 1977 and 1978, there are 71 1B/1B units and 44 2B/2B units at Napili Point situated on 5.31 acres.  There are two swimming pools as well as BBQ areas and picnic tables for guests.

The Market

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As Maui prepares to welcome visitors back on October 15, 2020 with a new pre-travel testing protocol, several businesses are reopening or adjusting their hours to accommodate more visitors and guests. 

The following is an update on the Montage Kapalua Bay, Kapalua Golf and Tennis, and area restaurants that have made information available.  

WHAT IS IN KAPALUA OPEN AS OF OCTOBER 15, 2020?

MONTAGE KAPALUA BAY

MONTAGE KAPALUA BAY: HOTEL AND RESIDENCES

The Montage Kapalua Bay will welcome back owners and guests on October 15, 2020.  View Residences for Sale at the Montage Kapalua Bay

SPA MONTAGE

The Spa Montage will open with reduced hours from 7am - 5pm daily.  This applies to Club Members, Montage Residents, and Montage Resort

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by Heidi Dollinger, R(B)

For those searching for the Maui sunshine and mythical West Maui sunsets, Maui Eldorado continues to be a popular retreat in the heart of Kaanapali. Located on over ten acres, Maui Eldorado features luxurious spacious floor plans, and a world-class location on the Royal Kaanapali Golf Course with access to beautiful Kaanapali Beach, just north of Black Rock.  

What we love about the Maui Eldorado:

Owners and guests can call the front desk to be picked up by a golf cart for a short ride to the beach, where they can lounge at the property’s private beach cabana, one of the properties many amenities.  Maui Eldorado’s renovated ocean view pool deck is simply stunning.  The main pool is large enough for swimming laps, and

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