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The Best Places to Play Pickleball on Maui

Maui Pickleball: Find a Court and Play Today

While pickleball was first played in Bainbridge Island, Washington as an improvised backyard game based on badminton in 1965, its popularity grew slowly over most of its history. However, pickleball has exploded in popularity around the country and on Maui over the last several years. 

The Sports and Fitness Industry Association named pickleball the fastest-growing sport in 2021, 2022 and 2023. Currently, there are approximately 9 million people in the United States playing pickleball, and this number is expected to continue climbing as more people discover this fun, fast-paced sport.

What Is Pickleball? 

While millions of people now play pickleball, many others are still unfamiliar with it…

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The 9 Best Condo Pools on Maui

Dive In & Explore Maui's Best Condo Pools

While Maui is widely regarded as having some of the world’s best beaches, but you may want to enjoy Maui’s amazing weather with a refreshing swim in a pool from time to time as well.

While you can find pools at many of Maui’s communities, resorts, and condos, some of these pools rise above the others. Where can you find the best pool in Maui?

1. Montage Residences Kapalua Bay

If you stay in one of the gorgeous, luxury condos at the Montage Residences Kapalua Bay, you can choose between two stunning resort-sized swimming pools. The Spa Pool has an infinity edge lined by tropical flowers, and some of these vibrant flowers float in the tranquil water for a peaceful touch. The Activities Pool has…

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How ROAM Maui is Redefining Luxury Travel To Hawaii

ROAM Maui Offers Exclusive Luxury Air Travel 

For those who travel frequently to Maui, the struggle of going through the whole traditional airport routine is real. Many of my clients and people I know travel to or from Maui regularly to enjoy wind sports, enjoy a second home, or for business.  Even if you have TSA Precheck and are flying First-Class, the airport can still be an unwelcome experience with the crowds and lines.

Until recently, the primary options for luxury travel between Maui or Hawaii and the continental United States were to fly on a private jet or with first-class accommodations on a commercial flight. While both of these options have benefits, they are also riddled with inconveniences and disadvantages that make them less than…

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Where To Stay In Kapalua | The Best Hotels and Condos To Rent in Kapalua

Kapalua Impresses Visitors With Luxurious Resort Hotels and Condos

Beautiful Kapalua sits on Maui’s stunning west coast, and it provides the ultimate vacation experience. From the luxurious condos and hotels in Kapalua to the many enjoyable ways to spend your free time, everything that you need for an amazing stay in one of Maui's most beautiful resort areas is within reach.

As you start planning your trip, your attention will naturally turn to explore the elite places to stay in Kapalua. Whether you have a hotel resort experience in mind or you prefer to stay in a spacious condo with home-like amenities, there are many prestigious options to choose from. While you're in Kapalua, you'll be looking for some fun things to do and we've included a…

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7 of The Best Hikes on Maui | Hiking in Hawaii

The Best Hikes on Maui

Since I moved to Maui back in 2010 I’ve had a chance to do virtually every known hike here on Maui and have done a few of the relatively unknown hiking adventures as well.

From the very western end of Maui in Kapalua to the very eastern end of Hana up to the 10,000 ft summit of Mt. Haleakala, there are a great variety of great hiking trails to choose from. I’ve assembled a list of my favorite 7 hikes on Maui to help you narrow down your choices and get the most out of your time. 

Preparing For a Hike on Maui

Being Considerate of a Delicate Ecosystem

Before getting into the list I should cover a few bases on a few things to be aware of about hiking on Maui in general.  First, it’s important to remember that…

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Top 5 Luxury Resorts on Maui To Book For Your Family Vacation

The Best Luxury Resorts on Maui For Families

Maui is a world-class vacation destination, with activities and attractions for everyone. The island has something for everyone, from the quiet serenity of the north shore to the bustling resort lifestyle on Ka’anapali Beach. For those looking for that ultimate luxury resort experience for the whole family, Maui has a lot of great options to consider, particularly in the Wailea and Kapalus resort areas. 

Here are five of the best family resorts to consider if you want to book a family vacation on Maui:

1. The Montage Residences in Kapalua

The Montage Residences in Kapalua is one of the finest Maui family resorts. It's a luxury resort that offers all kinds of activities for kids and…

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Just Listed to Just Sold: The Process of Selling a Home or Condo on Maui

When It's Time To Sell Your Maui Home or Condo

Making the decision to sell your home or condo isn’t always easy. Many times sellers are not selling because they really want to let go of the property. They sell because something happened in their life where they are either moving off the island, need to rebalance their real estate portfolio, or need the equity elsewhere. Just because the decision to sell isn’t always easy, doesn’t mean that the process of selling needs to also be difficult. 

In fact, it can actually be quite simple when you work with an experienced agent. In this article, I’m going to go over all of the steps of the selling process as they relate specifically to Maui as well as discuss a few of the key considerations sellers will…

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5 Things Canadians Should Know About Buying Property on Maui

You Are From Canada and Want to Buy on Maui? Here's What You Should Know

Maui has been an extremely popular destination for Canadians for decades and during that time they have done their fair share of buying and selling of property on the island. In 2021, Canadians collectively purchased approximately $61,000,000 of property in Kihei and Wailea. By far, Canadians most desired part of the island is South Maui.

Canadians also spent $24,000,000 on homes and condos in West Maui. These two areas are, of course, the main areas where short-term rentable condos exist on the island affording the owners to generate significant revenue when they aren’t using the condo for their own enjoyment. While most of our buyers from Canada are from British Columbia…

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Kapalua Wine and Food Festival | The Event of the Summer on Maui

The Annual Gourmet Event Returns to Kapalua

From June 9th through June 12th, 2022, Maui’s food lovers and wine enthusiasts will join together at the 41st Annual Kapalua Wine and Food Festival. This exciting event will take you on a savory journey through the island’s culinary culture while delighting your taste buds at every turn. This four-day event will be held at the beautiful Kapalua Resort with special events and seminars held at popular venues in the area.

From wine tastings and seminars to prepared meals and walk-up tastings, this spectacular 4-day foodie event offers something for everyone. Whether you are coming from your home in the nearby Pineapple Hill neighborhood or you’re visiting from much farther away, you can also explore the…

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2021 Review of the Maui Real Estate Market | State of The Market Report

The State of the Maui Real Estate Market 2021

Looking back on the Maui real estate market of 2021, we saw a year unlike any we have seen before in total sales, prices, and buyer enthusiasm. A variety of unique factors combined to fuel an unprecedented acceleration in property value at the national and local levels. The unique Maui market witnessed record after record being broken along with a surge in demand for investment properties. Over half of the properties sold in 2021 sold at or above listing price. 

Historically high demand for homes and condos on Maui driven in part by historically low-interest rates, coupled with seller reluctance and low inventory, created an extreme seller’s market where more than 5,500 transactions led to over 4.5…

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