Leah L Harbottle
Gregory Harbottle
The Whales Have Returned
Autumn on Maui has arrived and the whales have returned. We can tell, not just by the date on the calendar, but by…
Lahaina History, Traditions, and What Remains
In late August it was announced that 100% of Lahaina’s residential properties were…
Lahaina Paddle Out
As you all know, August 8th marked the one-year anniversary of the 2023 Maui fires. It was a solemn occasion…
Summers on Maui are No Ka Oi
Last week we received word that Ka’anapali Shores currently has 100% occupancy…
It’s Officially Summer
And just like that, summer is upon us. Yes, even folks who live on a tropical island look forward to the beginning…
It’s The People That Make Maui Special
We frequently talk about the ways that life on Maui differs from other…
On The Lookout For Whales
The other day while showing our latest oceanfront listing, we took a moment to enjoy looking out over the beautiful…
How It All Fits Together
Over the past five months, we’ve written about various aspects of how West Maui is regrouping after the fires…
Brighter Days Ahead
In a few weeks our mainland friends will be looking forward to the first signs of spring and finding comfort in…
Jingle Bells ~ I Found Shells!
As in tradition, each year we like to share something fun and unique for the December edition of the monthly…
A Different Kind of Normal
One thing we’ve noticed over the past few months is that we all seem to be learning to head North. No, not…
Hope for Halloween
Yes, October is Halloween month. But since West Maui has had plenty of “frights” for the year, we thought…
Aloha Family & Friends
First of all, we’d like to thank everyone for their kindness regarding the recent Lahaina fire. As you can imagine…
Hope in Lahaina
As many of you are aware of the recent tragedy that has taken place in our small town, in lieu of our regular…
Lahaina Old Prison
If you’ve ever driven around Lahaina Town and happened to turn onto Prison Street, you may have encountered…
More Laulau?
Marked by the onset of warmer weather and longer days, the month of June typically signifies that summer has…
Maui AgFest & 4-H Livestock Fair!
As much as we love formal events like the Imua Ball and the Kapalua Wine…
What Do Sunsets Have to Do With Real Estate?
If you’re new to the Kaanapali Luxury Living newsletter, you may have…
Spring Break Maui Style!
It’s mid-March and you know what that means – IT’S SPRING BREAK TIME! Across all fifty states, students…
Beyond a Box of Chocolates
As we roll into February, it looks like island life on Maui is starting 2023 off on the right foot. Thanks to the gift of..
“Wait for it…”
Are they coming??? Did the long-standing mainland love affair with Maui just call it quits? As of just a few short…
The 12 Days of Christmas
We’d like to switch it up a little with something unique for the December edition of the monthly newsletter. Last year…
Contractors & Christmas Trees
When we Mauians scroll through a social media page, we see many references to “eating..
It’s Halloween!
Was that a child-sized goblin I just saw walking down Front Street? If it’s October 31st in Lahaina, it’s very possible the answer is yes…
September – Do You Remember?
Do you remember the 21st night of September? We don’t know exactly what was happening on…
What is “Home”?
When we think about the concept of going home, we usually mean the place we grew up or where our family resides. But can…
The Importance of Creating Connections
A key element of how we conduct our business as well as living our lives…
A Finishing Touch
The follow through after a closing is just as important as what occurs during the transaction. However, in some instances…
A Spring Surprise
Inspired to do a little Spring cleaning, we recently decided to spruce up the “catch all” drawer and came across a small…
Maui – It’s the Bee’s Knees
One of the many things we love about Maui is how everything connects. For example, April brought…
Sliding Into Home
As we take a step back and survey our current state of affairs on Maui, we see – as in many other locations – two distinct…
Happy Valentine’s Day
As we find ourselves in the thick of whale season also known as “busy season” in the Maui real estate community…
Jumping Right In
As we bask in the glow of our wonderful holiday season, the gentle, yet persistent knocking reminds us that January’s…
T’was the Night Before Christmas in the Harbottle Hale
T’was the Night Before Christmas 🎄…
The Holidays, Snowbirds & International Travelers
The skies are clear, the sun is shining, and anticipation for the coming season is in the…
Makahiki
October is the beginning of Hawaiian makahiki – a time to enjoy the harvest, reset, relax, and rejuvenate! Whether your idea…
A Lesson in Lahaina History
As it’s “Back to School” month here in Lahaina we thought it might be interesting to share some of the rich history…
New Twists on Old Favorites
As we make our way further into the summer months and see the relaxation of more Covid oriented health restrictions…
It’s SUMMERTIME in Maui!!!
On an island that averages a 70+ temperature year-round, we are often asked if Maui feels any different in the Summer…
Here’s To You!
With so many friends and family coming and going this time of year, we can’t help but think of the concept of “ohana”. Most…
Spring In Full Swing
After experiencing what seemed like a 24-month year in 2020, we turn around one day and – just like that…
Turning The Corner
In a conversation with a friend the other day we decided that lately the concept of “turning the corner” sometimes…
My Maui Valentine
On this Valentines’ Month, do you wonder how Maui might show a person how much we love them? Oh, there are so…
The New Year
As we round out the first month of the new year, Maui has actually been pleasantly surprised with a fair amount of rain…
Ka’anapali Resort Christmas
The end of the year in Ka’anapali is probably similar to yours with holiday decorations, charitable…
The Beautiful Soul of Maui
It happened about two weeks ago. After months that were eerily quiet with so few people on our beautiful island we…
The October Surprise
As the year has had its share of unexpected twists and turns, it’s of little wonder that Maui’s “October…
Small Island, Big Heart
As August draws to a close, we welcome some of the familiar sights like school buses on the roads and the last…
Perfectly Chilled Chardonnay
As we took our first sips of perfectly chilled Chardonnay, Greg and I realized it may never taste quite as good as…
Your Favorite Island In The Sea
And just like that, it’s May. It’s the time of year when we say: “Ok, Maui, now you’re just showing off.” It seems as if…
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