HAPUNA REALTY BLOG

“He lāʻau kū hoʻokahi, he lehua no Kaʻala. A lone tree, a lehua of Kaʻala.” This is a Hawaiian expression of admiration for an outstanding person, unequaled in beauty, wisdom, or…

Lavaka Gallery If you haven’t been to Kings’ Shops lately, it’s worth a visit to check out their most recent additions. In December, Lavaka Gallery came to the Kings’ Shops…

Home values are showing stability in our current market. However, affordability remains a challenge for potential buyers due to rising mortgage costs. Buyers need to understand the local market, including…

A Culinary Adventure at the Hawai’i Food and Wine Festival On October 20th, the Hapuna Realty team and I had the incredible opportunity to attend one of the delicious events…

On July 1, 2023, one of Hawaii’s most beloved resorts, Kona Village, reopened after twelve long years of sitting empty. Its location, on the shores of Kahuwai Bay, had been…

Like everyone, I was so very saddened by the Maui wildfires in August. At the same time, I’ve been awed by several things: the strength and stamina of the Maui…

Orchids. Exotic, romantic, beautiful. In a graceful arc over a single spike, strung in a lei or pinned on prom gowns around the world, orchids add a touch of fantasy…

The wildfires on Maui have created a situation that is both catastrophic and awe-inspiring. The losses are unfathomable, but the sheer volume of support and aloha coming in just takes…

Luxury resort homes and condominiums on Hawai‘i Island are more than mere buildings—albeit mere buildings with spectacular tropical and ocean views, and remarkable sense of place. Houses and condos within…

A whirling white orb in space. New stars being born in the Eagles Nebula. A red giant supernova. The closest black hole to earth. These astronomical wonders are recent images…

Everyone knows that Hawai‘i Island is an exciting place for explorers—on foot or horseback, by car or kayak, and everything from ATV to zipline—but it’s also epic for exploring on…

It won’t be hard to remember the month of December here on Hawai‘i Island. Like the old James Taylor song, we’ve seen fire and we’ve seen rain this month. First…