Aloha Kick-Off to 2012 Hyundai Tournament of Champions

By Wendy Osher
Article from: http://www.mauinow.com

Golfers and spectators will be treated to a special opening ceremony for the 2012 Hyundai Tournament of Champions on Friday, January 6, on Maui.

The Aloha Kick-Off will commence with a Hawaiian blessing by Clifford Naeole, cultural advisor for the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua. He will be joined by famed Hawaii musician, Henry Kapono.

There will also be a special presentation by the Polynesian Cultural Center, featuring highlights from their latest production, “Ha-Breath of Life.”

This spectacular show is an ancient, yet universal tale of a boy, Mana, born in a distant paradise and nourished by a village. He learns the ways of his people, finds love, and defends everything with heart-stopping bravery.

The Polynesian Cultural Center is located on the island of O’ahu. The special appearance of performers from the PCC at the opening ceremonies of the 2012 Hyundai Tournament of Champions was organized in part by the Hawai’i Tourism Authority and the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau.

The opening ceremony events are scheduled to take place 45 minutes prior to the first tee time at the Plantation Course in Kapalua.

For more information call (808) 665-9160.

Many clients ask what happened to the Renaissance Hotel? Or for those of us who are on island and see the bustling construction near Mokapu Beach and across from the Wailea Fairway Estates and Wailea Blue Golf Course: What will the new hotel be like? Will there be units for sale?

For regular updates on these questions please call us directly at (808)280-2764 or 1-800-291-5535. In the meantime here are some interesting articles:

Click here for the Hyatt press release:http://www.hyattpressroom.com/content/hyatt/en/news_releases0/2010/Hyatt-and-Starwood-Capital-Announce-Joint-Venture-to-Create-Andaz-Wailea-Resort.html

Click here for yesterday’s article in the Maui News:http://www.mauinews.com/page/content.detail/id/556472.html

As work on the project has gained momentum and with our South Maui market showing strong activity, particularly in luxury property sales, reports are that there will now be multiple ocean front villas available for sale. The prices and specs of these have not yet been made public, but please check with us for updates. The Hansens represented the buyer and seller of the record sale in the Wailea Beach Villas and are always available to discuss your Maui real estate goals.

Paia Town Party Melds With ‘Paia Gives’

By Madeline Ziecker
Article from: Mauinow.com

This month’s Paia Friday Town Party on December 23 will also function as the fifth annual “Paia Gives” charity fundraiser.

Each year, “Paia Gives” raises thousands of dollars for local charities while providing entertainment and shopping deals for visitors.

Starting at 6 p.m., many Paia businesses will donate their proceeds from special sales to non-profit organizations across Maui.

Some participating Paia business owners anticipate this year’s fundraiser to be especially popular. The two events will come together as one during the official Paia Fourth Friday event.

Participating Paia businesses and the organizations they will serve include:

■Maui Hands – Paia Youth And Cultural Center
■By The Bay – Maui Humane Society. With surfboard art and a jewelry trunk show.
■Grace Beauty – Morgan Malkovich, a Maui girl in Boston’s ICU for surgery.
■Biasa Rose – Maui Humane Society
■Hemp House – Maui Food Bank
■Imrie – Maui Humane Society
■Lilikoi – Maui Humane Society
■Lotus Heart Gifts – Women Helping Women. There will be a %20 off sale and vegan ice-cream samples.
■Mahina – Women Helping Women
■Nuage Bleu – A Keiki’s Dream
■Oceania – Paia Youth And Cultural Center Skate Park. With champagne and a %25 off sale.
■Paia Trading Company – Maui Shrine Club Transportation Fund
■Pakaloha Bikini’s – HASA Sponsorship Program
■Tamara Catz Boutique – Alexander Academy
■North Shore Pilates – Haiku Boys & Girls Club
■Wine Corner – Paia Youth & Cultural Center. PYCC will have a table set up to sell baked goods and hot drinks. There will also be a $5 raffle for a new skateboard.
■Wings – Paia Youth & Cultural Center
■Indigo Paia – RadiOpio KOPO 88.9 Wine and a special prize drawing.
■Pearl – Women Helping Women
In addition to shopping and donations, there will also be plenty of food, music, and live entertainment around town.

For any additional questions, visit mauifridays.com.

Considering a trip to Maui that stops in or is from the Bay Area or Los Angeles this January? Be sure to check out this great One Day Special Fare Sale from Hawaiian Airlines. If you’re considering purchasing a condo, home or investment property during your visit ~ give us a call at 1-800-291-5535 or (808)280-2764.

Mahalo From Hawaiian Airlines

To show their appreciation, Hawaiian Airlines are offering a one-day only special fare –$298 round trip to/from the Bay Area, or Los Angeles and Hawaii.

In appreciation of patronage during the past year, they want to give something back. Enjoy the gift of travel this Holiday Season from all of us at Hawaiian Airlines.

Click here:http://www.hawaiianair.com/Specialoffers/Pages/holiday-special-fare.aspx

Mele Kalikimaka!

Booking Period Today Only
12/20/2011 only

Travel Period
1/5/2012-1/31/2012

Shops at Wailea Adds Three New Merchants

By Sonia Isotov
Article From: Mauinow.com

The Shops at Wailea have added three new merchants to its collection of more than 70 boutiques, shops, restaurants and galleries.

Karamel Collection opened its doors in early December. The family-run boutique offers fashion that takes inspiration from the owner’s island lifestyle, but also includes seasonal on-trend collections, with most garments made in France, Italy and Brazil. This is the company’s third retail location.

Maui Clothing Company is slated to open its doors in January 2012. The store will offer family beachwear, alohawear and resortwear in an array of tropical styles and prints, as well as jewelry, handbags, hats and accessories.

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf will open its first store on Maui, and its 15th statewide, at The Shops at Wailea in January 2012. The family-run specialty coffee and tea retailer is owned by The Sullivan Family of Companies.

“We’re proud to be welcome these new members of our ohana and offer even more shopping and dining diversity to our community,” said Robert Dye, the general manager of The Shops of Wailea.