Beginning on September 1, 2008 the Maui County Parks and Recreation Department is revoking commercial ocean recreation permits at Makena Landing and at Maluaka north and south beach parks. Makena Landing is a popular Kayak launching spot that is very active in the mornings. Up to 18 dive and kayak companies have launched their tours from here for years. Public access is protected, however, after September 1 commercial operators will no longer be allowed. This is good news for the neighbors, who will no longer have to deal with buses dropping off hoards of people every morning.
Just above Makena Landing a new subdivision being developed that has recently received final subdivision approval. Papa'anui will feature 7 1/2 acre plus lots directly overlooking Makena Landing. For more information contact Scott Innes at Island Sotheby's International realty at (808) 344-0294 or visit www.MauiRealEstateAdvisor.com
Halama Oceanview Retreat - Construction Now Complete
water heaters, double pain windows and was meticulous with the details. The following are highlights of the features:
Split A/C system
This is Makena magic. Two story home on the bluff overlooking the ocean and Pu'U O'lai has just been reduced by $425,000 dollars. Price is now $3,950,000. This georgious home sits on a 14367 foot lot, is walled and gated and has 2518 square feet of indoor living space plus over 1000 square feet of covered lanai for that perfect indoor/outdoor Maui living in Makena. 
The property offers all the privacy and seclusion of a small estate, yet is only minutes away from famous golf courses, fine dining, and ocean activities. Take a 1 minute stroll down to one of the best snorkeling spots on Maui - Makena Landing. This two story home has 3 bedrooms, 3 & 1/2 baths with fleetweed sliding glass walls in the living room and sliding glass doors in all bedrooms, each with breathtaking ocean views. This private retreat is now offered at $3,950,000.
Wailea ocean view condominium! I just listed a spectacular brand new Condo at Wailea Town Center just up from Wailea Beach. This designer condominium residence is an elegant three bedroom, three bathroom floor plan comprised of 2,350 square feet, including the covered lanai living area. The residence has a spacious master bedroom as well as a second master bedroom suite. Imported Italian limestone tiles are used throughout the residence. Custom built-in cabinetry is found in the gourmet kitchen as well as all bathrooms. The third bedroom suite functions as an office as well as a bedroom that can sleep two.
Abundant natural light is found throughout; oversized rooms, dramatic marble, onyx, and granite slabs, hand selected at the quarry and the Italian limestone tiles make the residence both elegant as well as long-lasting. From the cabinetry to the area rugs, Ralph Lauren furniture, designer beds , and linens, custom-designed state-of-the-art entertainment systems, flat-screen televisions and speaker systems in every room, as well as a complete chef's kitchen. Vintage Hawaiian and ocean themed artwork is strategically placed throughout the residence. 
This is a 50% ownership opportunity with a co-tenancy agreement that allows for year round use on a rotating two month basis. This is perfect for a couple or family looking for a turn-key designer ocean view condomium close to beaches, shopping dining, tennis, golf and year round activities in the heart of Wailea. The schedule allows each owner to have a 4 month use period covering the holiday season every other year. This fractional use allows you to own a more expensive condo for part-time use at a fraction of the cost of owning 100%. You share the costs of ownership in the Wailea lifestyle. 
2008 has gotten off to a great start. I've made a change and have joined the offices of Island Sotheby's International Realty in Wailea. It's a great company and we represent unique properties located in many of the most beautiful and highly desired locations around the world, including Maui. With a worldwide network of buyers and sellers, I can now offer my clients unique advantages in marketing their properties. Sotheby's has an extensive network of buyers and sellers internationally and a great website at 
The home is superbly constructed and features quality fixtures and appliances throughout. Soaring open-beam ceilings and spacious wrap-around covered lanais, perfect for entertaining with the view, complements the large open gourmet kitchen. 
Hotel Hana Maui. The property has only 10 condominium units with ocean views. There are currently two beautifully appointed three bedrooms condos available. With all the amenities of the hotel both of these units are 2000 square feet of exquisitely designed living. These homes offer great ocean views, ultimate privacy and access to all the amenities of Hotel Hana-Maui. 
One thing visitors to Hawaii and to Maui are surprised about when they come here for the first time is how many different weather patterns and climates there are. What are the differences and what causes them?
