Aloha!

Have you ever wanted to live on beautiful Napili Bay? Where you can put your toes in the soft white sand and watch the whales play in the sparkling turquoise ocean. 

We have a condo for sale at Napili Bay Surf Resort! The unit and the whole complex just completed a year-long renovation and the interior has been completely updated and modernized. The full kitchen has all new cabinets, stainless steel appliances and beautiful granite counter tops. The bathroom has also been redone using the same wood and granite countertops as the kitchen, which creates great flow. 

Possibly the best part of the condo is that is located on Napili Bay, arguably one of the prettiest places on Maui! You get a sweeping view of the 1/2 mile long sandy beach and a spectacular view of the ocean with Molokai on the horizon. The stairs down to the beach are just a few steps from your condo, and from there you can explore the tide pools, enjoy a snorkel or just kick back on the sunny sandy beach. 

However you want to spend your days, just spend them here! Let us know if you would like to see this condo for sale on Maui!

Napili Surf Beach Resort 210, 1 bed, 1 bath, 570 SF, $665,000

With warm aloha,

Lahaina Lee

Aloha!

One of our Kaanapali Shores condos for sale on Maui just underwent a price improvement! 

Kaanapali Shores 303 is a 2 bed/2 bath unit that features a full kitchen with granite counter-tops, glass tile backsplash and custom wood cabinetry. 

There are ocean views from the kitchen,

 the master bedroom,

the second bedroom,

AND the lanai!

This popular 10-acre condominium hotel boasts two swimming pools, two spa pools, saunas, fitness center, two tennis courts and a pickle ball court. You can relax at the pool-side restaurant for breakfast, lunch or dinner. There are convenient gift shops, a food pantry store, and beauty salon all located on the premises. World class location with high rental possibilities.

Please let me know if you would like to see Kaanapali Shores 303 for sale on Maui!

2 bedroom, 2 bath, 988 SF, $985,000

With warm aloha,

Lahaina Lee

Aloha!

This beautifully renovated, ocean view Kaanapali condo for sale is open and available to show today and tomorrow only! 

Located on world famous Kaanapali Beach, and only a short walk to Whaler's Village, The Whaler has so much to offer, particularly Whaler 420.

It was renovated from top to bottom in November of 2016, so it looks and feels brand new. Both the kitchen and bathroom have porcelain tile floors that look like wood grain, solid wood custom cabinetry and the gourmet kitchen has beautiful Lemurian blue countertops and stainless steel appliances.

As beautiful as the inside is however, it cannot hold a candle to the ocean view from your lanai. The view is set back from the beach, but plenty close to see and hear the white water breaking on the beautiful sandy beach. You can watch the waves, the people, and the whales and enjoy the colorful sunsets. Another advantage to this location is that you also get a beautiful view of the green West Maui Mountains.

The Whaler is great for vacation rentals or for full-time living. 

Contact us today to schedule a showing for this Maui condo for sale.

The Whaler 420, 1 bed, 1 bath, 901 SF, $1,250,000

With warm aloha,

Lahaina Lee

Aloha!

Happy Spring! We recently listed another studio unit in one of my favorite resorts, Kaanapali Shores. This sweet studio really lives more like a one-bedroom condo with the high-end sleeper sofa and full-size kitchen. The cabinetry is solid wood topped with high quality granite. The cook even gets an ocean view while in the kitchen! This condo for sale on Maui is worth the look!

The best part about this unit is, of course, the stunning ocean view. You can sit on your lanai and relax with a cup of coffee while enjoying views of Molokai and all along the coastline to Kapalua. Or, you can also just stay in bed and watch the whales jumping while your minions serve you breakfast in bed!

Kaanapali Shores is beachfront on one of the most romantic walking beaches in the world. It has 2 swimming pools, hot tubs, an oceanfront restaurant, a fitness center, salon, oceanside massage, tennis courts, shops, BBQs and FREE internet for owners and guests.

So whether you're looking to buy a rental property on Maui or buy a condo on Maui for yourself, Kaanapali Shores 836 is a must-see! Contact your agent for the extensive amenities and the rental program and arrange a showing today.

Kaanapali Shores 836, Studio, 507 SF, $449,000

With warm aloha,

LahainaLee

If you've spent any time in Hawaii, no matter which island, then you've come across SPAM. It might have been in the grocery store isles, at the local McDonald's or something you ordered at the local grindz. It is an intriguing food, around since before many of us were born (hopefully not the one that is in your cupboard, though who knows, it might still be good), and it is either revered or hated. I will have to say that of my three children, only the two that were born in Hawaii will eat it, so there must be something in the air here?!?

I thought I would provide you with a few of the more popular ways to enjoy Spam if you're on Maui (or just wish you were.) The first hurdle to get over is to actually buy the Spam, don't let the haters get you down! The second hurdle is to get it out of the can without gagging. Once both of those are done, you are ready for a taste of Hawaii.

The first and probably the most popular is the ever-loved snack, a Spam Musubi. These are available at grocery stores, gas stations and tutu's kitchen. 

(These are covered in plastic, they do not have some weird shiny ingredient)

Ingredients:

• 3 cups of short grain rice
• 3 cups of water
• 1 T of oil
• 1 can of Spam (12 oz), cut into 10 slices
• 1/4 c of soy sauce
• 1/2 c of sugar
• 1/4 c of oyster sauce (optional)
• 5 sheets of Nori seaweed, each sheet cut lengthwise into 2

You can also add avocados (you know, so they're healthy) or eggs (beaten, and then cooked, flipping once and cut into musubi size portions).

Instructions:

1. Rinse the rice once or twice, combine with the water in your rice cooker or on the stove and soak for at least 30 minutes. Then cook the rice.
2. Combine the soy sauce and sugar in a separate bowl, stir until the sugar is dissolved and set aside.
3. Heat the oil in pan over medium heat, add the spam and cook until crispy on both sides. Add soy sauce mixture and continue cooking spam, turning occasionally, until the mixture is fully absorbed. 
4. Lay nori seaweed shiny side down and put musubi press in the middle of the strip (if you don't have a press, it still works great to use your hands to form the rice), fill the press, release the block of rice and place cooked spam on the top of the rice. Bring up one side of the seaweed and tuck it between the rice and the spam, bring the other side up to wrap around the spam and moisten the side with a bit of water to seal.

Add sesame seeds, frukiake or sriracha as you see fit. 

Spam fried rice. A staple here in Hawaii, again you can get it just about anywhere and can add everything but the kitchen sink if you want to...just so long as you don't forget that spam!

(You'll notice this is the meat-lovers version, no vegetables, sub bacon!)

Ingredients:

• 2 T of oil (vegetable is preferable, but for you health nuts olive oil is okay, but really, who are we kidding, we're cooking spam)
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 6 oz of Spam, diced
• 1/2 c of frozen corn
• 1/2 c of frozen peas
• 1/2 c of frozen edamame beans
• 1/2 c of diced or julienned carrots
• 3 c of cooked rice
• 1 1/2 c of soy sauce
• 1/2 T of fish sauce
• 1/2 t of sesame oil
• 1/2 t of white pepper
• 2 green onions, sliced
• Sriracha

Feel free to add any other vegetables as well (julienned yellow peppers are a good addition).

Instructions: 

1. Heat 1 T of oil in a skillet on low heat, add the beaten eggs, cook until cooked through, flipping only once. Remove eggs from heat and once cooled dice into small pieces
2. Heat 1 T of oil in the skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and Spam pieces, stirring often, cook until golden brown.
3. Add selection of vegetables. Cook, stirring constantly until vegetables are tender.
4. Add rice and toss gently to combine.
5. Add soy sauce, fish oil, sesame oil, and white pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until heated through.
6. Stir in green onions and eggs.
7. Eat immediately with added Sriracha if you need some added zip.

"Hot Hawaiian" Breakfast. Just run into your nearby Hawaiian McDonald's and enjoy this hearty breakfast...or if you want to make it at home...cook some rice, your favorite type of eggs and fry some Spam.

So, no judgment until you've tried at least one of these recipes and for those that are adventurous, try them all (and then maybe make an appointment with your cardiologist). Good luck!

Aloha,

We are excited to showcase a new unit for sale at Kaanapali Shores! 

Kaanapali Shores 942 has the best panoramic ocean view studio for sale on Maui. This amazing Penthouse Ocean View condominium is what you've been waiting for. It is hard to take your eyes off the magnificent view of Molokai and the Pacific, especially now that the whales are back and jumping for joy! Just imagine waking up with the sun, grabbing your coffee and sitting on your lanai to enjoy the early morning peaceful ocean views! 

The features in this condo are just about as dazzling as the ocean views, from the 18x18 Tuscany Travertine diamond pattern floor, to the new Vizio 37" flatscreen with surround sound, to the crown molding. 

Kaanapali Shores is beachfront on one of the most romantic walking beaches in the world. It has 2 swimming pools, hot tubs, an oceanfront restaurant, a fitness center, salon, oceanside massage, tennis courts, BBQs and FREE internet for owners and guests.

Check out this little piece of paradise for sale on Maui now!

Kaanapali Shores 942, studio, 507 SF, $480,000

With Warm Aloha,

Lahaina Lee

Aloha!

In a recent "Best of the Best" annual poll taken by Hawaii Magazine, Lahaina, Kaanapali and Kihei were voted by Reader's Choice as 3 of the top 5 towns in Hawaii (and as a side note, Maui was voted as the best island). 

The great news is that they are our favorite towns as well and we have listings in both Lahaina and Kaanapali! Let us help you make them your favorite towns too. 

Located on the North end of Kaanapali, Kaanapali Shores is a destination resort with a plethora of amenities. It isn't right in the heart of Kaanapali, so it is a little quieter, but it is about a 5 minute drive to world famous Kaanapali Beach and Whaler's Village Shopping Center. There is also a board walk just a block from the resort you can jump on that meanders all the way to the end of Kaanapali if you would rather take a walk along the ocean. 

916 is one of the units we have listed for sale at Kaanapali Shores and this penthouse has a stunning view from your living room and both bedrooms. Just imagine taking your coffee out to the lanai each morning and watching the whales. 

It is time to live in one of the Top 5 Towns in Hawaii. Don't you think?

Aloha,

Lahaina Lee and Aloha Barb were the first to volunteer to begin the quest for the best fish taco within walking distance of Aina Nalu. They ventured to Amigos, located in the back of the Wharf Center. Watch below and see what they discovered!

Living in paradise can be quite a challenge and if you're thinking of moving to Maui I would caution you to think long and hard about the decision. I would encourage you to sit down and think through both the pros and cons of living on a tropical island. To give you some food for thought, I will list the top 8 cons...?!? of moving to Maui.

1. You will get sand in EVERYTHING. Things that you didn't even think it was possible for even a grain of sand to fit in, will house a whole beach. You'll vacuum out your car and it will be epic surf the next day and you guessed it, more sand. Sand in your toes, sand in your hair, sand EVERYWHERE. 

2. Sun Exposure. The cost of (reef safe) sunscreen is high, not just financially, but with your time, because the sun is always shining somewhere on Maui. It will take minutes out of your day to spray on that protective layer. Then you'll have to do it again because it all got washed off in the ocean. Talk about a time suck. And don't get me started on the tan lines. 

3. Fresh fish. Seriously, if I have to go to one more restaurant and hear their special about the mahi that was just caught that day...and there is always a view of the ocean. Maybe I want to eat without seeing the whales breaching, it can be such a distraction from my food. 

4. Aloha Spirit. People are generally always outside and in a good mood. I mean, most of us do have to work, but the good moods start to get on your nerves, "Hey, I hear Shark Pit is breaking, do you want to go surf after work? Hey, do you want to grab a coffee and go sit at the beach for lunch? Hey, do want to go for a walk on the boardwalk next to the ocean in the morning?" Just give it a break already. That aloha spirit can really wear on you after a while, all that positivity and love and compassion. Come on, where is the intensive, competitive work environment and the congested rush hour traffic?!?

5. The Views. Speaking of rush hour traffic, the traffic on Maui can really hold you up. Sometimes you get caught in traffic while driving next to the ocean, while the sun is setting. It can hurt your eyes. 

6. Another Beautiful Sunset?!? Sunsets are another thing. All of the brilliant pinks, reds, oranges and purples make people camera crazy and your iCloud is always full.  

7. Rainbows. You see rainbows frequently, several times a week at least. And I've seen the end, but there never is a pot of gold. 

8. You may never go home again. Maui has the ability to enchant you, to draw you into the crystal clear waters and the pristine sand beaches and you may end up moving to Maui. Just don't say we didn't warn you. 

Aloha!

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Aloha,

We recently improved the price for this sweet condo for sale in the Kaleialoha condo complex. This condo has many great features; the most impressive being the million dollar view. From your lanai you can see year-round sunsets, breaking waves, whales breaching (during whale season) and views of both Lanai and Molokai. 

Another stand-out feature is the over-sized rounded counter-top in the kitchen (which also has ocean views). It is the perfect gathering place for friends and family to sit while the chef prepares the meal (think of all the food samples you would get!).

The modern design of the bathroom is also very unique. It has a wall-to-wall mirror with a granite back splash mimicking a breaking wave.

Kaleialoha is located in Honokowai between Kaanapali and Kapalua. It is the perfect spot for the laid back Maui lifestyle without the throngs of visitors. If you like the excitement of the crowds however, the condo is also very conveniently located with easy access to the shopping, beaches and restaurants in Kaanapali and Lahaina, as well the golf courses in Kapalua. Please let me know if you have any questions about this condo for sale on Maui.

1 bedroom, 1 bath, 598 square feet condo listed at $585,000.

With warm aloha,

Lee