Category Archives: Featured

Island Hopping

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on March 28, 2012

Are you thinking about taking a vacation on Hawaii, but can’t decide which island to stay on?  Are you torn between hiking along the cliffs of the Na Pali Coast on Kauai or relaxing in a luxury resort spa on … Continue reading →

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KaMilo: Living with History

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on March 24, 2012

In Italy there are modern apartment that use the same arches as the ancient ruins of the Roman Forum.  In Paris you can rent an apartment overlooking the Notre Dame Cathedral.  And on the Big Island you can own a … Continue reading →

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2012 Free Charging for Electric Car Owners

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on March 18, 2012

You wish you could to help the planet by reducing your carbon footprint.  You wish you could drive a car that had zero emissions.  You wish, but in the back of your mind you’re thinking, “Its just not practical.”  That … Continue reading →

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Big Island Adrenaline Rush

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on March 9, 2012

Hawaii is known for its pristine beaches, swaying palm trees, and lazy days in the sun.  However, it also offers a variety of activities for the more adventurous.  Whether you’re a long time resident of the Big Island or just … Continue reading →

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Living the Resort Life Outside of a Resort

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on March 7, 2012

Up the road from the Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park is a quaint community called Kona Hills Estates.  The mix of lava rock and lush tropical terrain is typical of the leeward side of the Big Island and a perfect spot … Continue reading →

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On the Edge of Waipio

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on February 25, 2012

The sacred Valley of the Kings also known as Waipio Valley, is located along the Hamakua Coast on the north-east side of the Big Island.  Hundreds of years ago it was the capital and the ancient Hawaiian kings built their … Continue reading →

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Why Is Volcanic Soil Good For Farming?

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on February 22, 2012

Five volcanoes created the Big Island and their eruptions continue to form the land today. While lava and ash can be highly destructive it also makes for some of the most fertile soil in the world.  Plants spring up from … Continue reading →

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Affordable Paradise

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on February 19, 2012

Have you been flipping through travel magazines and wishing you could live near palm trees and pristine beaches? Do you daydream about packing up your things and starting a new life in Hawaii? Well, what’s stopping you? Is it because … Continue reading →

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$9.68 Million for Kona Campus

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on February 13, 2012

The Big Island is about to get a new campus. After eight years of planning the Hawaii Community College at Palamanui will soon start its first phase of building and should be ready for students within the next two years. … Continue reading →

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Microsoft Flight Simulator of the Big Island

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on February 11, 2012

Want to soar across the skies above Hawaii? Microsoft Game Studios recently announced its new PC game Flight will allow players to fly through a realistic virtual world based on the Big Island. Players will have the freedom to test … Continue reading →

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