Jaws Maui Hawaii 12.09.2009

Cheri and I went to Jaws yesterday to see the Giant waves. It was amazing! to see these guys riding giants!   We saw about 4 surfers being towed out onto these giant waves. There were about 100 people watching and cheering from the cliffs. We plan on going back Saturday when the waves get bigger again. I saw on a local TV channel that Laird Hamilton was surfing Jaws day before yesterday. What fun!  North Shore Oahu also had large waves this week.  The waves a little smaller today and are predicted to start getting bigger Friday.

Speaking of Oahu there is a timeshare resort in Waikiki I have been familiar with for over 25 years.  Lifetime in Hawaii at The Royal Kuhio is located two blocks from Waikiki beach.  It is a high rise building which has great views of Diamond Head , the beach and Waikiki city lights.  Studio units (sleeps 4) come with a full kitchen and a private lanai.  There is free parking  which is a big deal in Waikiki where parking alone can cost you $30.00 to $40.00 per night.  I have assisted several hundred clients in purchasing and selling at this property.  We have stayed at this Resort many times and we were there this last July.  The Resort looks great!   It gives me a  great feeling to know what people purchased from me 25 years ago is actually better today.  This is not a Marriott or a Westin but a very well managed and maintained resort with a great location.  Currently there are a two units available for $1750.00 per week  annual fees are only $385.00 per week.  There are no catches or gimmicks.  Their maintenance fees are low because they have a very low delinquency rate.  The condos are refurbished every 3 to 5 years.    I have sold these in the recent past for $2500.00 to $3000.00 per week.  I think $1750.00 is a awesome deal.  You could not find a better value timeshare resale anywhere in Hawaii!

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Cycle to the Sun

Last week on Maui was the Cycle to the Sun. It is a bike race from Paia to the Haleakala Summit. This is some bike race! If you have ever gone for sunrise on Haleakala or taken the trip up the mountain you know what I am talking about. There are tour companies that do Haleakala downhill but anyone can sit on a bike and ride downhill pressing on the brakes. Try going uphill to 10,000 ft. Now that’s a bike race. I have a friend who entered the race. His name is Alf Imperato he entered the race and finished with an impressive time of 4:30:07. Congratulations Alf!

Free Concert-Willie K

Willie K will be at The Lahaina Cannery Mall Monday June 19 at 7:00pm. At the Hula Stage right next to Maui Showcase Properties. If you go to the concert stop on in to get the latest hot deals on Timeshare Resales.

Maui Film Festival June 17-21, 2009

The Maui Film Festival takes place at the Wailea Resort and at the state-of-the-art Maui & Arts &Cultural Center in Kahului. A signature feature of the festival is its under-the stars Celestial Cinema, an open air, Dolby Digital equipped outdoor theater, with a 50-foot wide screen located at the Wailea Gold & Emerald Golf Course. This is an experience not to be missed! We have gone several times.

In addition to the Celestial Cinema, The Maui Film Festival offers four other distinct venues for attendees to enjoy. Additional outdoor venues are the Oceanside SunDance Theatre on Wailea Beach, below the Four Seasons Resort and The Maui SkyDone on the rooftop of the Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. Indoor screenings take place at The Castle Theater and the McCoy Theater at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center (MACC) in Kahului.  Maui Activities and EventsNow in its 9th year, the Maui Film Festival will carry on its tradition of presenting great film and great film artists, events, panels and more on one of the world’s most beautiful islands.The Celestial Cinema. Always Hawaii’s Best Entertainment Value! Kids 12 & under FREE on Opening & Closing Nights!
www.MauiFilmFestival.com

Kapalua Wine and Food Festival : Carnival 28th Annual

On June 11, 2009, the longest-running and most prestigious festival of its kind in Hawaii, celebrates 28 years of fine food and wine with a four-day culinary extravaganza.
Inspired by innovation, excellence and intimacy, the 28th annual Kapalua Wine and Food Festival explores some of the most exciting trends in the gastronomic world.
Festival Host, Master Sommelier Fred Dame brings together world-renown winemakers, top Master Sommeliers, celebrating chefs and industry insiders for a long-weekend of daily culinary exhibitions, interactive wine tastings and evening gala events. The Grand Tasting, Kapalua Seafood Festival, In the Kitchen and Fred Dame’s Rare Wines Dinner are but a few of the highlights of this trendsetting event.
Schedule of Events

Thursday, June 11, 2009 Welcome Reception
This invitation-only affair includes Master Sommeliers, winemakers, celebrity chefs, media, sponsors and 4-day pass holders for an intimate kick off to the 2009 Kapalua Wine and Food Festival.

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Maui Restaurant Discounts

Duo Steak and Seafood and Ferraro’s Bar and Ristorante in Wailea Maui is offering a Three Course Dinner which includes Choice of Appetizer or Salad , Choice of Entrée and Choice of Dessert for $49.00. These are both great restaurants. Valid through June 30, 2009. Reservations: 808-874-8000

Kapalua LPGA Golf Classic

Was at the inaugural Kapalua LPGA Classic, last weekend. Temp in the low 80s and partly cloudy. Was fun watching Annika Sorenstam, Loren Ochoa, Laura Diaz  and Suzann Peterson Hole of the day was the 18 th hole.505 yards .Par 5. Morgan Pressel sank an 18 foot birdie from off the green to win.