Visitor Spending on Maui Reaches $2.7B for Year-to-Date | Maui Now
Total expenditures by visitors who came to Maui for the first nine months of 2012 has reached $2.7 billion, 19.9% more than the same time last year, according to preliminary statistics released today by the Hawaii Tourism Authority.
Momentum anticipated to continue with increases in airlift due to new routes by Hawaiian Airlines from Sapporo and Brisbane, Jetstar from Melbourne, and Allegiant from the West Coast, including a Bellingham to Kahului flight.
These new routes are all servicing secondary cities, which will provide greater ease of access for visitors to come to the Hawaiian Islands.
Festivals and events, including the EA Sports Maui Invitational, will also help to draw visitors this quarter,” continued McCartney.
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Short-Term Vacation Rental Permit Workshop, Mon. 10/29, 6-8 pm in Paia
Maui Hosts Short-Term Vacation Rental Permit Workshop | Maui Now
The Maui Planning Department joins the Maui Vacation Rental Association in hosting a workshop to review the new application process for short-term vacation rental homes.
The workshop runs from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, October 29, 2012, at the Paia Community Center and is targeted toward property owners who may be interested in applying for permits, as well as property managers and consultants.
Since the County’s new Short-Term Rental Home law went into effect on May 23, 2012, the Planning Department has received approximately 50 permit applications.
“The County Council, the Planning Department and the MVRA worked hard to create the new streamlined short-term rental permit process, which was much needed and long overdue” said Mayor Alan Arakawa in a media statement. “These continued outreach efforts are important so that operators can understand how much easier it is now to come into compliance. Our major goal was to get these operations permitted — so that the responsible operators are legal, and so that we can enforce the few bad apples that do not comply,” said Mayor Arakawa.
Officials will discuss the new “home inspection” form and review of the STRH permitting requirements. Planning Director William Spence and staff planner Gina Flammer will also be on hand to give an overview of the application process.
More information is available at mauicounty.gov under the Planning Department link.
The Maui Planning Department joins the Maui Vacation Rental Association in hosting a workshop to review the new application process for short-term vacation rental homes.
The workshop runs from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, October 29, 2012, at the Paia Community Center and is targeted toward property owners who may be interested in applying for permits, as well as property managers and consultants.
Since the County’s new Short-Term Rental Home law went into effect on May 23, 2012, the Planning Department has received approximately 50 permit applications.
“The County Council, the Planning Department and the MVRA worked hard to create the new streamlined short-term rental permit process, which was much needed and long overdue” said Mayor Alan Arakawa in a media statement. “These continued outreach efforts are important so that operators can understand how much easier it is now to come into compliance. Our major goal was to get these operations permitted — so that the responsible operators are legal, and so that we can enforce the few bad apples that do not comply,” said Mayor Arakawa.
Officials will discuss the new “home inspection” form and review of the STRH permitting requirements. Planning Director William Spence and staff planner Gina Flammer will also be on hand to give an overview of the application process.
More information is available at mauicounty.gov under the Planning Department link.
Monday, October 22, 2012
New Listing! Beachfront in Ka'anapali $3,699,000
Spectacular 3 bedroom/3 bath, beachfront luxury condominium on the first
floor of the new Honua Kai development in beautiful Ka'anapali.
Boasting 2,280 square feet of living space and an open floor plan that
flows to a generous lanai and grassy area, this is indoor/outdoor beach
living at it's finest. Interior finishes including granite counters,
travertine floors, Bosch appliances, and designer custom furnishings.
Honua Kai amenities include three tropical pools and five hot tubs set
in a lush landscape, valet and underground parking, concierge services,
workout facility, Aina Gourmet Market and famous Duke's Beach House
restaurant. Step out on to the oceanfront walking path from this
exceptional residence, stroll the golden sand beaches and refresh in the
warm, turquoise waters of Ka'anapali...
Visit our website and Search MLS#353802 for more information and additional photos: http://www.mauirealestate808.com/search-mls
Visit our website and Search MLS#353802 for more information and additional photos: http://www.mauirealestate808.com/search-mls
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Pono Express expands to Lahaina
Pono Express expands to Lahaina - LahainaNews.com | News, Information, Lahaina and Western Maui, Hawaii — Lahaina News
Pono Express van service is now offering services in Lahaina to ferry passengers islandwide to and from the airport and provide private sightseeing tours, government and medical transportation.
Pono Express is unique in that it offers packages that will allow drivers to stop for up to 20 minutes or more along the way to allow passengers to do brief errands on their way to hotels, condos or the airport.
The company provides lei greetings on request and offers child seats and other amenities.
Pickups and tours can be scheduled via www.ponoexpress.com or by calling (808) 639-1188.
Pono Express van service is now offering services in Lahaina to ferry passengers islandwide to and from the airport and provide private sightseeing tours, government and medical transportation.
Pono Express is unique in that it offers packages that will allow drivers to stop for up to 20 minutes or more along the way to allow passengers to do brief errands on their way to hotels, condos or the airport.
The company provides lei greetings on request and offers child seats and other amenities.
Pickups and tours can be scheduled via www.ponoexpress.com or by calling (808) 639-1188.
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Maui Named Top Island in the World...Again!
I think we all agree...
Maui Named Top Island in the World | Maui Now
Readers of the Conde Nast Traveler magazine have named Maui the number one island in the world for the 18th year in a row!
Maui Named Top Island in the World | Maui Now
Readers of the Conde Nast Traveler magazine have named Maui the number one island in the world for the 18th year in a row!
Friday, October 12, 2012
Aston Mahana In Ka'anapali Wins Quality Award
Check out our listing at Mahana here: Mahana Unit 311, MLS #351065
The Aston Kaanapali Shores and the Aston Mahana at Kaanapali have received quality assurance awards from MLT Vacations, which is a
subsidiary of Delta Air Lines and organizes vacation packages.
"The Quality Assurance Award recognizes hotels that achieve 99 percent customer satisfaction index and 99 percent product delivery performance with a minimum of 100 bookings," Aston Hotels & Resorts said in an announcement. "According to MLT, 2012 award results were measured against the experiences of more than 450,000 customers who traveled with Delta Vacations, Continental Airlines Vacations and Worry-Free Vacations from the U.S. and Canada."
Business / In Brief • Oct. 4, 2012 - Mauinews.com | News, Sports, Jobs, Visitor's Information - The Maui News
The Aston Kaanapali Shores and the Aston Mahana at Kaanapali have received quality assurance awards from MLT Vacations, which is a
subsidiary of Delta Air Lines and organizes vacation packages.
"The Quality Assurance Award recognizes hotels that achieve 99 percent customer satisfaction index and 99 percent product delivery performance with a minimum of 100 bookings," Aston Hotels & Resorts said in an announcement. "According to MLT, 2012 award results were measured against the experiences of more than 450,000 customers who traveled with Delta Vacations, Continental Airlines Vacations and Worry-Free Vacations from the U.S. and Canada."
Business / In Brief • Oct. 4, 2012 - Mauinews.com | News, Sports, Jobs, Visitor's Information - The Maui News
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Back to School: 10 Vacay 'Classes' in Maui | Travel News from Fodor's Travel Guides
Back to School: 10 Vacay 'Classes' in Maui | Travel News from Fodor's Travel Guides
There are many joys of reaching the time when back to school no longer refers to you. Except when it comes to this Maui-based lesson plan. Think cocktail classes, ukelele lessons, and driver's ed on the Road to Hana.
There are many joys of reaching the time when back to school no longer refers to you. Except when it comes to this Maui-based lesson plan. Think cocktail classes, ukelele lessons, and driver's ed on the Road to Hana.
Monday, October 8, 2012
49-Member Pro Bowl Committee Announced | Maui Now
49-Member Pro Bowl Committee Announced | Maui Now
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) in partnership with the National Football League (NFL) today announced the 49 business and community members of the Pro Bowl Committee 2013.
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) in partnership with the National Football League (NFL) today announced the 49 business and community members of the Pro Bowl Committee 2013.
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