Early in the COVID-19 pandemic, many hotels in Hawaiʻi decided to temporarily close their doors, either for financial reasons or to renovate their properties. The Ala Moana Hotel, on the other hand, stayed open and completed a $16 million renovation, which began during the pre-lockdown era back in February. The property now features a myriad exciting new features and […]
As the state began its first shutdown due to COVID-19 and the daily visitor count reached historic lows, most hotels across Hawaiʻi entered a long hibernation. But some only closed temporarily. A prime example: The Kāhala Hotel & Resort, which shut its doors for only one month during the pandemic. That’s how long it took
Good news for families and Disney fans of all ages: Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina on Oʻahu is planning to reopen on Nov. 1. SEE ALSO: Disney Aulani Resort’s Hidden Treasures The popular—and arguably most magical—resort had been closed since March due to the spread of COVID-19 in the Islands and around the world. Since
When booking a family vacation, it’s important to choose a hotel that everyone can enjoy. With stellar accommodations and ample on-site activities, these five family hotels on Oʻahu topped the list of our 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards. 1. Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa Photo: Courtesy of Hilton Hawaiian Village The Waikīkī Starlight Lūʻau at
Built in 1975, the Hale Koa Hotel in Waikīkī, one of only four U.S. Armed Forces Recreation Centers in the world, has catered to millions of guests who are eligible through their military service—active or retired—or Department of Defense or Coast Guard status. (See the hotel’s eligibility requirements here.) Starting in January, though, the hotel,
Once the chic Waikiki Parc, which had been a Waikiki landmark since the late ’80s, the Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani now stands in its place after a full year of renovations. And its doors are officially open. Fans of the Waikiki Parc may be remise about this new changing of the guard; however, this shift comes in
Travelers go on vacation for a lot of reasons. Some just want to escape their everyday stressors, while others want to see new locales and scenery. For the traveler who wants to feel refreshed and, dare I say it, renewed, there’s the newly rebranded and redesigned Renew. This boutique hotel caters to those looking to find
Gentle ocean playgrounds with sand-castle-building potential, simplified menus for elementary palates, convenience stores stocked with snacks and floaties—these amenities quickly win the hearts of families vacationing in Hawaii. But choosing the ideal resort also depends largely on what kind of experience you’re looking for: Do you want to see it all, do it all or
There’s no doubt about it: Owning a penthouse, especially one at the luxurious Ritz-Carlton Residences, is a dream for most. However, if you don’t mind sharing, then buying a slice of paradise isn’t as far-fetched as it may seem. Rendering of The Diamond Head Club penthouse. Photo: Courtesy of The Diamond Head Club Of course, Diamond
Yeah, you read that right: $5,000 a night. Take a moment to collect yourself. ESPACIO THE JEWEL OF WAIKIKI, managed by Aqua-Aston Hospitality, has announced it will now be taking reservations starting on its opening date, Sept. 7, 2019. And, here’s the kicker: Rates start at $5,000 a night. And as high as that might sound, it
Last year we started hearing about a new massage treatment offered at the spa at The Kahala Hotel & Resort—and it had a lot of buzz around it. No pun intended. The buzz surrounded the use of high-quality oil derived from organic industrial hemp plans grown in Colorado. The new 90-minute Hemp Recovery Remedy treatment
A couple of years ago, Melia Goodenow, who founded Hawaiian Rainforest Naturals with her mom, hiked to the back of Manoa and gathered a few sets of four stones from a sacred underground pool at headwaters of the Apuakehau Stream, which used to flow through the land on which the spa stands today. These are
