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Couples Can Rekindle Romance at Outrigger's Complimentary Valentine’s Day Vow Renewals

Outrigger will host complimentary vow renewal ceremonies
for its guests across Hawaii on February 14

Vow Renewal

Outrigger Hotels & Resorts is helping couples fall in love all over again this Valentine’s Day with a series of complimentary vow renewal ceremonies for guests. Ceremonies will be conducted by a non-denominational kahu, or Hawaiian officiant, and each couple will be presented with a certificate to commemorate the day’s events.

Travelers can participate in complimentary Valentine’s Day vow renewal ceremonies at the Outrigger Hotels & Resorts properties listed below.

Space is limited so reservations are required for all ceremonies and will be taken on a first come first serve basis.

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Work in Paradise at Outrigger Luana Waikiki

New meeting space offers ideal venue for group functions up to 40 people

Outrigger Luana Waikiki

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Outrigger Luana Waikiki is offering a new meeting space for businesses and groups, perfect for everything from presentations to parties. Four meeting spaces are equipped with wireless Internet and state-of-the-art flat screen televisions, making business a pleasure. Plus, Outrigger Luana Waikiki’s friendly staff is always on hand to ensure the perfect business function.

For intimate meetings, Outrigger Luana Waikiki offers a 192 square-foot space that seats six people. A second 280 square-foot room is perfect for hosting guests up to 10 for business lunches or after-work drinks. For groups up to 15, the hotel has a 285 square-foot room, and the largest conference room’s 456 square-feet of space easily seats 40 people. Each room is newly furnished with comfortable seating for daytime meetings, with state-of-the-art flat screen televisions for presentations.

For information, call Outrigger Hotels & Resorts toll free at 1-800-688-7444 within the United States, Guam, and Canada, or visit www.outrigger.com.

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Aqua Lotus Honolulu Extends Dog-friendly Welcome to Canine Guests

Aiko the Shiba Inu

 

 

Aiko, a Shiba Inu, takes in the view at the entrance to Aqua Lotus Honolulu.

Photo Wag and Snap Photography.

 

 

 

 

Waikiki, Oahu, Hawaii – Aqua Lotus Honolulu invites guests to bring their pet dog along on their next vacation to Oahu.

Dog-friendly Aqua Lotus Honolulu welcomes dogs up to 20 lbs. with comfortable pet-friendly accommodations, doggie bowls and pads.  A $25 nightly fee and $100 (refundable) security deposit is required to maintain the room’s cleanliness.

“Dogs are important members of the family, so why not make plans to bring your favorite four-legged friend along on your next trip to Hawaii,” said Elizabeth Churchill, Aqua’s VP of Sales & Marketing.  “Aqua offers a warm reception to your canine companions by providing tail wagging amenities and plenty of love.”

Guests enjoy beautifully appointed Asian inspired furnishings, complimentary coffee service, daily wine tasting and a concierge.  Spacious rooms have WiFi, private lanai, oversized desk, I-Pod docking station, personalized climate control, mini-refrigerator, electronic in-room safe and more.

Aqua Lotus Honolulu joins Aqua Waikiki Pearl, Aqua Waikiki Wave, Aqua Hotel Molokai and Pagoda Hotel as pet-friendly hotels managed by Aqua Hotels & Resorts.

For reservations, call Aqua at 808-924-6543 or toll free at 1-866-406-2782.

About Aqua Lotus Honolulu

One of Waikiki’s first full-service boutique hotels, Aqua Lotus Honolulu is a 51-room property offering fantastic views of Diamond Head and the Pacific Ocean.  Located at the east end of Waikiki, also known as the “Gold Coast”, at 2885 Kalakaua Avenue, the hotel enjoys a tranquil and quiet setting along Waikiki’s main thoroughfare.  Aqua Lotus Honolulu is in walking distance to the Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium and across from Kapiolani Park and Waikiki Shell.

Aqua Lotus Honolulu is managed by Aqua Hotels & Resorts; a Hawaii-owned and operated lodging hospitality company founded by Mike Paulin.

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Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki Completes
“Top To Bottom” Beautification Program

In a five million dollar renovation, the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki and Golf Club "refreshed" all 521 guestrooms under the guidance of interior designer Philpotts & Associates. In addition, new carpet and furnishings have been installed at Prince Court and Hakone restaurants and Wi-Fi service is now available for guests in all rooms as well as the lobby and pool deck. Hawaii Prince Room

To bid Waikiki visitors a warmer “welcome,” the hotel also beautified its frontage along Ala Moana Boulevard with enhanced landscaping and a revitalized eco-friendly redesigned signature waterfall.

“We are the first hotel you see as you enter into Waikiki, and we wanted to establish a more welcoming “curb appeal” especially with APEC coming up,” said Wade Gesteuyala, hotel manager. “The end product is both stunning and tranquil, and creates a much-improved Hawaiian ambience.”

Hawaii Prince Lobby

The 33-story hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of the Hawaii Convention Center where many APEC meetings will be held. It offers all oceanfront accommodations along with Western and Asian dining choices to suit the palette of its international clientele.

Prince Resorts Hawaii, Inc. also operates Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel and Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, as well as three golf courses: Hawaii Prince Golf Club, Hapuna Golf Course and Mauna Kea Golf Course. For more information, visit the website, PrinceResortsHawaii.com.

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For a whale of a good time

The Kapalua Villas is the Place to Vacation


KAPALUA, MAUI, HAWAII – The Kapalua Villas guests have the opportunity to view the aquatic acrobatics of performers of epic proportions from November through May. The majestic humpback whale is back for its annual visit to Hawaii. Kapalua Villas Sunset

 

“For many guests of The Kapalua Villas, seeing a humpback whale spouting is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that they will never forget and will treasure forever.” —TJ Oesterling, general manager of The Kapalua Villas.

 

“We have heard many of our guests tell us that they have spotted humpback whales spouting and playing as they sat on their lanai enjoying a cup of coffee in the morning.”

Kapalua Villas Partial Ocean View

Adventurers can explore the coastline to create their own whale watching experience or contact The Kapalua Villas’ concierge service to book a professional whale watching tour—a thrilling experience for visitors of all ages to get up-close-and-personal with the humpback whale. Each year between November and May, as many as 10,000 humpback whales make their annual 3,000-mile-long journey from the North Pacific to Maui to mate and give birth to their calves. While visiting the islands, these majestic creatures, which can weigh up to 45 tons, are often seen just off the Maui coastline.

Visitors can also take in a full day of activities with The Kapalua Villas resort fee* which brings exceptional added value for guests, including daily access at the new Kapalua Spa, pool and fitness center, use of the resort’s award-winning tennis courts, beach services at Kapalua Bay, access to The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua Hotel pool, resort-wide, door-to-door shuttle service, self parking, free local calls, wireless internet service and more. Kapalua Villas Ocean View

“Families looking to share the unique experience of viewing the humpback whale in its natural habitat will appreciate the spacious living areas at The Kapalua Villas,” added Oesterling. “Our affordable villas provide ample room to get together and make whale watching plans while offering comfortable sleeping accommodations so that the entire family is ready for each new day of splashes and surprises.”

The Kapalua Villas are part of Outrigger Hotels & Resorts’ deluxe condominium collection, which offers hotel-style hospitality with all the comforts of home. The Kapalua Villas offers housekeeping service, full kitchens, laundry services, as well as air conditioning for total comfort.

For reservations or information, call your preferred travel professional or The Kapalua Villas at 1-800- 545-0018 within the U.S., Guam and Canada. Elsewhere call 808-665-9137 (long distance charges apply). For online information or reservations, log on at www.kapaluavillas.com or email reservations@kapaluavillas.com.

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