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Top Picks in Paradise
JULY 2010
Take a trip to paradise this summer and experience the diversity of cultural activities at the 11 premier resorts of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Hawaii. Whether on Oahu, Maui, Kauai, or the Big Island, our new Summer Leisure promotion may provide guests with the opportunity to make a reservation for a discounted rate the longer they stay. The offer runs through September 30, 2010. For more information, please visit www.starwoodpromos.com/longerstays.
Two of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Hawaii properties recently received prestigious awards by Fodor’s Travel. The Sheraton Kaua‘i Resort was recognized as a Best Destination Wedding Hotel in the US, Fodor’s Choice Gold 2010 award winner. This distinction represents a remarkable achievement and recognizes the Sheraton Kaua‘i Resort as a leader in its field for services and amenities related to wedding planning and celebrations in the US. The Westin Maui Resort & Spa was recognized as a Best Resort or Destination Spa in the US, Fodor’s Choice Gold 2010 award winner. This distinction recognizes The Westin Maui and its award-winning “Heavenly Spa by Westin” as a leader in its field among spas located on US hotel properties.
Check out our other top picks for July!
Big Island
Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa has introduced a new self-guided cultural preserve tour. The tour brochure invites guests to explore the culture with the Hawaiian greeting “E pili mai,” welcome, come connect and feel Keauhou.
Culling through archives of cultural surveys conducted in the area years ago and utilizing the knowledge and wisdom of people such as Lily Kong, a kupuna (elder) of Keauhou, Sheraton Keauhou Bay can explain many seemingly strange and random rock formations that line the Keauhou Bay side of the resort grounds.
“We accepted the responsibility of acknowledging, preserving, and sharing the rich history of Keauhou with our guests and our associates,” shared Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa general manager Tetsuji Yamazaki. “Many individuals had a hand in seeing this project through to fruition, and to each of them I extend my mahalo on behalf of every guest and associate who will now have a new appreciation for this special place.” For more information, please visit www.sheratonkeauhou.com.
Oahu
While staying at the Sheraton Waikiki enjoy a Hawaiian art tour and wine tasting every Tuesday and Thursday at 4:30 p.m. Guests have an opportunity to explore the Hawaiian culture through art created by local artists. The Twist at Hanohano Restaurant provides a complimentary glass of red or white wine before the start of the tour. Guests are encouraged to meet at the honu (turtle) sculpture in the main lobby of the hotel. For more information, please visit www.sheraton-waikiki.com
For those late night cravings, indulge in the new “Nightcap Specials” menu at RumFire in the Sheraton Waikiki. Some food specials include, garlic or smoked sea salt pomme frites, chips and salsa, seared kalua pulled pork quesadilla and ahi poke chips rumfire style. Drink specials feature RumFire’s Signature Mai Tai, Gidget’s Crush, Dragon Fire Cooler and Baja Sun. For more information, please visit www.sheraton-waikiki.com.
New summer events and activities at The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, are giving guests a chance to experience many different aspects of Hawaii. The Royal Hawaiian will feature a collection of recently discovered and rarely seen photos from Matson Navigation Company Archives. The “Amelia Earhart in Hawaii” exhibit documents her time in Hawai‘i in the 1930s. The opening of the exhibit coincides with the anniversary of her birthday on July 24 and will be on display in the resort’s Coronet Lounge until the end of the year. Throughout their visit, guests can get together and enjoy family fun activities that include a Sandcastle Building Contest, Hawaiian Storytelling and Beachfront Yoga Classes. For more information, please visit www.royal-hawaiian.com.
The Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa is giving guests a chance to relax in paradise. Moana Lani Spa, a Heavenly Spa by Westin renews guests by offering 25% off on 50 or 80 minutes of a custom organic facial from July 1 – August 31, 2010. Vegan certified Yum Gourmet skincare line is also available to enhance skin rejuvenation with products including, Mandarin Blossom Toner, Adzuki Blueberry Exfoliant, Rooibos and Green Tea Eye Gel, Nori Mango Butter Masque, and Lychee Balancing Gel. For more information, call the Moana Lani Spa, a Heavenly Spa by Westin at (808) 237-2535.
“Don’t Have a Cow” is a month long contest celebrating Cow Appreciation day on July 14. Beachhouse at the Moana Surfrider will be featuring the contest on Facebook. Contestants must become fans of Beachhouse at the Moana’s Facebook page, and are asked to post a story on the community wall sharing why or how cows are appreciated. The post that receives the most “thumbs-up” or “like” votes from other fans will receive a two night stay at the Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa; dinner for two at the Beachhouse and a couple’s massage at the Moana Lani Spa. During the celebration, the Beachhouse will be serving great seafood specials and delicious recipes, which will be shared on Facebook. For more information about the contest, please visit www.Facebook.com and type in the keywords “beachhouse at the moana” or call (808) 922-3111.
Talk story with 2008 Olympic decathlon gold medalist Bryan Clay at the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani. On July 8th from noon until 1:00 p.m., Clay will be sharing his experiences and as well as helping kids improve their knowledge of nutrition, health and fitness. The “Talk Story” session will take place in the resort’s Ainahau lobby. For more information, please visit www.princess-kaiulani.com.
Maui
Taste intriguing flavors paired with delicious hors d'oeuvres at a new weekly Wine Tasting at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa. The event takes place every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. in the Reef’s Edge Lounge. This newly renovated lounge is set to accommodate up to 10 people for the tasting, enabling each guest to sample selections from the Black Rock Steak & Seafood wine list. Each wine is perfectly paired by our chefs with a petite adaptation of an item from the Black Rock Steak & Seafood menu, to complement and enhance the flavor of each vintage. For more information, please visit www.sheraton-maui.com.
The Westin Ka‘anapali Ocean Resort Villas host weekly craft fairs on Fridays at the resort’s ocean lawn. In addition, an Aloha Friday Hoolaulea Summer Bash Celebration will be held on July 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Guests as well as the surrounding community are encouraged to attend the festivities. Experience hula and Polynesian performances, Hawaiian music and local food offerings from around the island. For more information, please visit www.westinkaanapali.com.
In honor of Hawaii’s soldiers who fought to protect our country, The Westin Maui Resort & Spa will be celebrating Independence Day with its annual July 4th Flowerworks show. An 87,000 square foot, award-winning aquatic playground will be showered with 20,000 island orchids. The orchids will be released at 11 a.m. from a Blue Hawaiian helicopter flying above. Amidst the falling orchids, five chosen guests will each have the opportunity to redeem a rose for a valuable prize. Around the pool deck recreational activities will be offered, including lei making, coconut husking, airbrush tattoos and hair wraps. Guests can also cool off at the brand new, build-your-own Caipirinha Bar on the resort’s Lanai and Kauai pool decks. Accompanied by live entertainment, a grill station offering fresh fish tacos will be sizzling by the poolside. For more information, please visit www.westinmaui.com.
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