Paia town has grown up plenty in the last 20 or so years. What used to be a sleepy North Shore community, mostly considered a Road to Hana pit stop, now attracts visitors from all over. With some of the best boutiques, beaches, galleries, cafes and restaurants on island, Paia has become a must experience […]
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Small Business Spotlight — Green Island Charters
If you’re live around or are visiting the South Kihei, Wailea or Makena area, let there be no doubt, the Kihei boat ramp is the most convenient place to launch a private fishing charter. Not only because of its prime location, but also the numerous options on offer. Currently, there’s dozens of small boat operations […]
Our Favorite Festive Flavor in the Wailea Resorts
The holiday season in Maui is a bit different then most other parts of the country. The only White Christmas we may get is a dusting of snow on Haleakala. Santa doesn’t have many chimneys to slide down, so he usually slips in through screened doors. Days off are usually spent outdoors, at the beach […]
Tax relief on Maui – exemptions for homeowners and long term rentals
Inflation is on everyone’s minds these days which is why it’s always great to learn about new ways to keep costs down. Here’s some information on two different property tax exemptions that can potentially save you money if you own a home or condo here on Maui. The tax relief programs available for homeowners in the […]
Where to Watch Winter Waves on Maui
December 2022 Calendar of Events
From all of us here at the Sayles Team, we hope that you had an amazing Thanksgiving with your ohana! Tis’ the season and Hawaiian holiday cheer is in full effect. Festive decorations, twinkling lights and lawn ornaments are all starting to resurface after a near year long hibernation. If you are the type to […]
November 2022 Calendar of Events
Can we believe it’s already November? 2022 sure has flown by! Leaves are falling and cold temperatures becoming more and more prominent in most parts of the country. Yet, waking up this morning to warm temperatures on the North Shore, the old adage “Lucky we live Maui” popped to mind. In my opinion, our yearlong, […]
Haiku is the Spot for Elevated Vegan Food
Our burgeoning island has followed the trend going around the country, and frankly most of the world. All over the planet, we continue to stoke the success of the owner-operated, outdoor dining experience. Be it food truck, cart, stall…talented chefs that are hard working and passionate about their craft often rise to the top. And […]
Navigating the Maui Real Estate Correction
There’s been a major shift in the Maui real estate market the past few months. In general it’s been cooling down, with considerably less buyer demand compared to the first quarter of 2022. With recent federal interest rate hikes, an increasingly volatile stock market, and the war in Ukraine, many of our buyers have held a “wait […]
October 2022 Calendar of Events
We’ve officially reached the fall festival season, and some of our favorite recurring autumn events are just around the corner. Let’s start with some free musical events that span the course of a couple October weekends. Both the Ukulele and Steel Guitar Festivals will showcase some of Hawaii’s most recognizable string instruments. Covering multiple days […]