The Dollar Hits A Six Month High  The dollar hit a six month high against the euro reported on FT.com Financial Times. They were reporting that the US economy was not deteriorating as quickly as other countries.  The dollar rose to a peak of $1,4881 against the Euro. They were saying it turned in favor of the dollar.  It is a sign that the American economy is improving.  So for foreign buyers this is a sign to buy now this is as good as it's going to get for foreign buyers.  On Maui with the sluggish real estate market it is a great time to buy Maui real estate.  Hopefully this is the beginning of a changing market for the better. www.nickensmaui.com   Aloha,  Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR The Wailea Group LLC. 3750 Wailea Alanui, suite 5WE Wailea, Maui, Hi 96753 www.nickensmaui.com Email... 08/11/2008

Wailea Maui Condos For Sale    Discover Wailea Maui real estate condominium's on our site at www.nickensmaui.com.  You will find Wailea oceanfront condos for sale from Wailea Beach Villa's, which is Maui's newest upscale beachfront resort.   Polo Beach Club and Wailea Elua are just a few of Wailea's prime condominiums located on beachfront and golf course properties.  Makena Surf has it's own charm, located closer to Big Beach, offering beautifully landscape grounds and beaches.    Wailea Point is a gated oceanfront community offering incredible ocean views and a short walk to Shops At Wailea. You will find many other quality Wailea condos for sale.    Steven has years of experience on Maui. Our goal is to help you find that right property and realize your dreams.  Also ask about Maui's... 08/08/2008

There is a new oceanfront property for sale in Makena Maui.  This has to be one of the most beautiful oceanfront setting you can imagine. 3400 square foot home 3BR/3BA, with a beautiful infinity pool set in one of Maui's finest oceanfront properties in Makena Maui.  Located just a stone's through from Wailea Maui within driving distance to the Shops at Wailea for dinning and shopping. Priced at $6,800,000 a great price for oceanfront property.  This property is listed by the Wailea Group. www.nickensmaui.com/wailea_oceanfront.php Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR The Wailea Group LLC. 3750 Wailea alanui, Suite 5WE Wailea, Maui, Hi 96753 www.nickensmaui.com Cell: 808-280-2208 Email: nickens@maui.net   08/07/2008

The Emirates Airlines New Airbus   There is a new airline flying the friendly skies.  The new luxury Emirates airlines airbus.  It is able to carry 489 passengers with economy, business to first class.  With other airlines cutting back on comfort this new airline is stepping it up.  They are offering more room in economy with satellite cell phones. In first class they are offering private suites for long international flights.  So who are the customers that will be flying these new airlines?  They are business people that are traveling from Europe to South Africa.  More to the tune of international travel.  So maybe this is the new way of the future, bigger planes with more comfort for long distance travel. If you want to travel to Maui check Kihei Maui of roceanfront condos. http://www... 08/06/2008

Here are the current listing for Wailea Beach Villas in Wailea Maui, Hawaii.   A 330139 Wailea Beach Villas P210 2 2 1,978 $2,475,000.00 $1,251.26 153 * A 324969 Wailea Beach Villas P204 2 2 1,978 $2,495,000.00 $1,261.38 423 * A 328754 Wailea Beach Villas P207 2 2 1,978 $3,250,000.00 $1,643.07 214 * A 329294 Wailea Beach Villas P404 2 2 1,978 $3,695,000.00 $1,868.05 194 * A 332504 Wailea Beach Villas P301 3 3 2,180 $4,750,000.00 $2,178.90 24 * A 327836 Wailea Beach Villas P308 3 3 2,893 $5,450,000.00 $1,883.86 262 * A 331159 Wailea Beach Villas P509 3 3 2,521 $6,100,000.00 $2,419.67 101 * A 331612 Wailea Beach Villas C301 3 3.5 2,863 $6,500,000.00 $2,270.35 73 * A 329954 Wailea Beach Villas F302 3 3.5 2,934 $6,900,000.00 $2,351.74 160 * A 331397 Wailea Beach Villas P508 3 3 2,893 $6,900... 08/04/2008

Wailea Maui   Wailea Maui offers beautiful weather all year long.  It is also is a very quiet and peaceful place for a little R&R. Wailea offers a variety of custom homes and condos for the quiet getaway. A truly amazing property is the Wailea Beach Villas ocean front condominium. This has to be as good as it gets for on the beach in  Wailea.  This villa is steps away from the ocean with a three bedroom, three and half bath suite. Quality features include European design cabinets with granite counter tops. Line stone floors and custom wood work.   Each bedroom suite has it own custom bathroom with spa tub and showers. Walkout side and enjoy your own plunge pool or use the adult infinity pool and cabana located right next to the beach. There is over 2900 sqft to this beautiful unit. Wail... 08/03/2008

World Class Golf Courses in Makena, Maui   I had the chance to catch a round of golf the other day at the world class Makena Golf course.  I was joined by my son Micah, my cousin John from Sacramento and Howard form Australia.  I believe we were the first to tee off in the morning.   What can I say it was a beautiful morning with no wind and clear skies. My son being the better golfer was there to offer tips to improve my game.    As we reach the 9thhole and above the views just open up wide.  You could see the island of Molokini to Lanai.  So I thought I would share a few pictures that we took.  I am always amazed at how wonderful Maui is. I spend a lot of time surfing or windsurfing so this was really a treat.  The group at Maluaka which is a development project in Makena sponsored th... 08/02/2008

WAILEA / MAKENA Statics and Resort Information. Wailea / Makena is a world-class residential resort community located on Maui's southwest shore, 30 minutes from the Kahului Airport. Due to it's southern setting on the leeward side of 10,000 foot Haleakala volcano, Wailea / Makena is an ideal natural environment enjoying consistent year-round sunshine, magnificent beaches, ocean vistas and sunsets. Wailea / Makena's reputation as a world-class resort continually increased through the 1990's to present day as a prestigious place to visit as well as to invest in primary or second residences. It is a master-planned community with a policy of selective low-density development and a commitment to maintaining the natural beauty of the region consistent with the community's long-range plan. The... 08/02/2008

Life is good at Kanani Wailea's prestigious upscale gated community.  With only 38 homes, Kanani offers Quiet Island living with ocean views for your enjoyment.  This 4BR/4BA island home offers 2,242 sqft of living space with great flow through out the house.  Enjoy this Hawaiian designed floor plan that compliments the surrounding landscape and ocean views. Cooking will be a delight with this gourmet kitchen featuring Leicht European cherry cabinets, granite counter tops, Wolf, Sub-Zero, Bosch appliances, Bon Appetite! Enter into the Japanese courtyard entry that has a separate guest room or for the artist or writer studio. Other features include Bamboo floors, Monier tile roofs, 2-car garage; custom designed bathrooms, security system, 9ft walls and vaulted ceilings. The community rec... 07/31/2008

  KAI MALU - Wailea Maui HI One of the newer Wailea developments, Kai Malu is a residential condominium complex and a great place to call home, or even a second home.  The Wailea location ensures you are close to the beach. Consisting of 2-story townhouses with expansive AND expensive views, these are nice homes and currently there are 24 units on the market, starting at $1,149,000 and up to $2,300,000 for 3Bed/2.5Baths. The interiors of Kai Malu are nicely laid out with: high ceilings lots of windows granite and travertine stainless steel appliances  covered lanais Wailea Blue Golf Course is adjacent to Kai Malu, and many other world class courses are nearby.  Would you like to play golf on an oceanfront course? The well stocked fitness pavilion is next to this amazing infinity swimmi... 07/28/2008

Wailea Maui Wailea Point Maui Hawaii    Wailea Point is located between two of Maui's premier world class hotels the Four Seasons Resort and Fairmont Kea A Lani Hotel.  Sitting on one of Maui most beautiful beaches and just steps away from The Shops At Wailea shopping and restaurants.    There are 34 units located in Wailea Point ranging from two bedrooms to three bedroom units. Each unit offers excellent ocean views with multiple pools, lap pools, tennis courts, exercise room and Jacuzzis and more.    There are currently four units for sale in this development running from $2,250,000 to $4,500,000.  Many of these units have been remodeled with state of the art finishing.    So if you are looking for quality developments in Wailea Maui, we represent Hoolei Wailea, Baccarat Wailea Resort... 07/27/2008

Wailea Point, Wailea, Maui Hawaii    Wailea Point is located between two of Maui's premier world class hotels the Four Seasons Resort and Fairmont Kea A Lani Hotel.  Sitting on one of Maui most beautiful beaches and just steps away from The Shops At Wailea shopping and restaurants.    There are 34 units located in Wailea Point ranging from two bedrooms to three bedroom units. Each unit offers excellent ocean views with multiple pools, lap pools, tennis courts, exercise room and Jacuzzis and more.    There are currently four units for sale in this development running from $2,250,000 to $4,500,000.  Many OF thes units have been beautifully remodeled. So if you are looking for quality developments in Wailea Maui, we represent Hoolei Wailea, Baccarat Wailea Resort and Residences and Papali ... 07/27/2008

One of projects at Papali, Wailea It is a great day in Wailea to be working, shopping, or hanging out at the beach. One thing that I really enjoy is working at our main office in the Shops at Wailea.  You have different people from The Grand Wailea Hotel or people coming off the golf course for a cup of joe at Honolulu Coffee or to dine at Tommy Bahama's for lunch. We often have people asking about Wailea Beach Villas luxury condos located in front of the Shops at Wailea.  This is a quality resort with 2 & 3 bedroom units running from $2,475,000 up to $10M located right on the beach. So if Wailea Maui might be a place that you are interested in give me a call. We also represent the new Baccarat Resort and Residences and Hoolei Wailea. I can represent you in all Wailea and all Maui real ... 07/26/2008

What I love about Wailea Maui is the variety it offers from the rest of the island. You will discover a variety of tropical flowers and manicure gardens. I have a listing in kanani Wailea that is very much a zen design Hawaiiana home. It has great flo with the decor and the furnishing that really set it off. This is an elegant four bedroom home with quality upgrades. Like so many places in Wailea, Kanani private neighborhood offers beauty and a peaceful place to call home. Hoolei Wailea Town homes across from the Grand Wailea Hotel is another quality project.  There are a 120 units which offer 3br/3.5Ba for luxury living. This elegant European designed Kitchen will be a joy to cook in. If elegance is what you are looking for check my site at www.nickensmaui.com/wailea_condos.htm for cur... 07/25/2008

Aloha, This is my blog about Maui real estate, as well as my thoughts,ideas, suggestions, experiences -you name it- as to living and owning property on Maui. Having lived in Brentwood and Pacific Palisades in Southern California and teaching windsurfing off Malibu Pier over 30 years ago, I find that living on Maui is similar to the Caifornia lifestyle I remember. The relaxed attitude and true sense of community is everywhere. It truly is a great place to live and work and raise a family.  Here is a great view from our condo at Kihei Akahi! Maui makes you appreciate the natural beauty of the earth. Having a cup of Kona coffee and fresh Maui pinapple while looking at the blue Pacific is a truly an awesome experience.  Sometimes it is good to take a deep breath, slow down and just enjoy th... 07/23/2008

Ho'olei Wailea Maui   Wailea Maui Hawaii is just an amazing place.  We have world class beaches and golf courses. 5-star hotels and restaurants. One of my favorite places is Ho'olei Wailea town-homes. This quality project is located across the street from The Grand Wailea Hotel and Spa.  There are 120 unit town-homes that are 2-story with elevators. They offer top of the line appliances with Wolf and Sub-Zero and Italian cabinetry.  Also included are limestone floors and granite counter tops. The living room doors are Fleetwood retraceable sliding doors that open up to a large lani and ocean views.   This is a great project if you are looking for Wailea Maui condos for sale.  As far amenities there is a large pool with a sand entry for small kids. They also offer a state of the art fitn... 07/13/2008

Ho'olei Wailea, Maui Hawaii One of the newest developments in Wailea Maui right now is Ho'olei, which is located right across from the Grand Wailea Resort on Maui's south shore.  Owners of these luxury vacation residences can enjoy the fabulous pool and recreation area. Some features of this resort pool: sandy beach entry 2 whirlpool spas 19 foot waterfall kids pool with sandy beach entry swim-in grotto Located right next to the pool is the state of the art fitness center with: cardio and weight machines locker rooms & showers men's and women's saunas poolside massage Also available for owners is the covered pavilion and kitchen for entertaining, barbecues, plenty of tables and chairs and umbrellas.  Enough with the talk, let's see the pictures!   MLS SEARCH - HO'OLEI WAILEA MAUI FOR SA... 07/13/2008

I thought I would post a few pictures of the art and flowers in the Grand Wailea Hotel.  Once in a while I work in the lobby selling the Hoolei Wailea  town-homes. They are right across from the Grand Wailea and if you buy a unit you receive membership in the hotel Kualana club. With membership you get full run of the hotel. Hoolei units offer 3BR/3.5 BA with elevators.  Hoolei has all the amenities and upgrades you would expect with a quality development.  They run in price range from $2.9M to $3.8M for ocean view units.     I love the lobby in the Grand  Canoe  Bronze art work  Bronze Hula girls  The Guys  Tropical flowers  Orchids  My Desk  Big Mama   I I hope you enjoy the photos, I think this is such a beautiful hotel. If you are looking for Wailea Maui Condos for sale check my sit... 07/12/2008

We are pleased to announce the sale of Wailea Fairway Villas unit X-103. This three-bedroom townhouse is in immaculate condition with an upgraded kitchen. Current sales continue to show that in this market, condition and updated look and feel, continue to dominate over view and other factors. To discuss how the Leading Edge Marketing System can help sell your Maui real estate in this most difficult of markets, contact us!  07/11/2008

Maui has seen a surge in ultra luxury condominium developments in the last two years. These developments combine phenomenal natural settings, spacious and well appointed residences and the highest level of services. One of the more intriguing offerings in this market is the Baccarat Wailea Resort and Residences. This is Baccarat crystal's first venture into the luxury market. Under the leadership of former Starwood CEO Barry Sternlicht, they plan on making a big splash. I had the opportunity to attend a recent information session on Baccarat Wailea hosted by the developer's sales representatives the Wailea Group. The resort is to be located on a spectacular 16 acre parcel along Mokapu Beach in the heart of Wailea. The property where it is located was formally the Wailea Renaissance Hote... 07/10/2008