Lovers of the Japanese treat tonkatsu will be happy to know that this special favourite from Japan is being served at the newly opened Kimukatsu Waikiki in the Aston Waikiki Joy Hotel. The restaurant, open daily from 11 a.m. to 11p.m., is located steps from Kalakaua Avenue in the heart of Waikiki. The Kimukatsu Waikiki is the first of the chain to open outside of Japan, where 21 award-winning locations dot the country. The Aston Waikiki Joy Hotel is located near shopping, activities and nightlife. The rooms and one-bedroom suites all have Jacuzzi tubs, stereo systems with bedside controls,...
The Cocktails for a Cause menu at the Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay's now features a new concoction called the Malama Ka Aina, which means "respecting the land."The unique cocktail incorporates locally grown products from four different islands including rosemary grown at Manele Bay on Lanai, organic honey from Hawaii Island, fresh calamansi from Oahu, and Ocean Vodka from Maui. The drink has been inspired by the "100 Mile"movement to focus on local produce....
The Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa, a 22-acre oceanfront resort on Hawaii, the Big Island, has introduced an ocean experience aboard a Hawaiian sailing canoe to provide visitors an enriching cultural activity focused on experiential learning. The Sheraton resort has partnered with the Nakoa Foundation to provide this place-based learning opportunity. Working with Lily Dudoit, the resort's Alakai Hooluana (director of Cultural Activities), an excursion has been developed so guests might discover historic Keauhou Bay by land and by sea. The Nakoa Foundation has connected with more than 4,000...
Founded in 1906, the Golden Gate -- Las Vegas' original casino -- is undergoing its first major expansion in 50 years. The landmark property in downtown Las Vegas will add a 3,150-square-metre, five-storey luxury tower with 16 hotel suites, including two penthouses, an extended casino floor, a high-limit gaming pit and a new lobby where artifacts from the hotel's notable past will be displayed. The new tower will also feature a porte-cochere designed to provide convenient valet parking. Renovations are scheduled for completion by...
Condominium Connection, a Hawaii wholesaler for more than four decades, is offering every fifth night free and long-stay discounts at Maui's Sugar Beach Resort, Maui Kamaole, Kihei Akahi, Hale Kamaole and Island Sands for travel through Dec. 20. As an added incentive, Condominium Connection will save guests an additional discount of US$25 per night for stays of seven to 27 nights and another 10% discount on top of these rates for stays of 28 nights or more. All savings are combinable with the fifth night free offer. For some examples, nightly rates for seven-night stays begin at US$115 for...
From the panoramic rooftop Club Lounge to the lower level meeting space, Le Centre Sheraton Montreal unveiled its encompassing $40 million renovation during a client and guest celebration that also paid tribute to the hotel's 30th anniversary. All meeting space, guest rooms, restaurants and public spaces of this flagship property have been refurbished. As part of the multi-million makeover, the hotel features popular Sheraton brand signature offerings, including the all-white Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Bed, Sheraton Club experience, Link@Sheraton experienced with Microsoft and Sheraton Fitness...
St. Martin's Grand Case Beach Club is inviting agents to visit and offering a 50% discount, space available, from April 15 through Oct. 31. The discount applies to rack rates, which include continental breakfast, for a maximum of three nights. Reservations will be confirmed seven days prior to arrival. Agents are asked to request reservations on agency letterhead with a copy of the ARC list. A business card or letter from the owner should be presented at check-in. Reservations can be requested by faxing the resort at 011-590590-875193, by e-mail, [email protected] or calling 1-800-344-3016....
The Kapalua Villas Maui has tempting options available for girlfriend getaways on Maui. Located on the beautiful northwest coast of the island, the resort offers accommodations in one-, two- or three-bedroom villas. Rates at the property start at $259 for a one-bedroom Gold Fairway-View Villa, setting the stage for a weekend of pampering at the Kapalua Spa, lounging on the beach and dining at some of Maui's best restaurants....
The Sheraton Kauai Resort, nestled into 20 acres along world-renowned Poipu Beach, has completed a $16 million revitalization that unveils Poipu's newest playground, "transforming the guest experience into an unforgettable visit."Upon arrival at the 394-room resort, guests are greeted by a refurbished and modern porte-cochere. The Ocean Lobby opens into a new open-air Ocean Courtyard that is elegantly landscaped and adorned with tiki torches, featuring six intimate conversational seating areas, three of which have fire pits - perfect for an evening over cocktails under the stars. The new...
The Honua Kai Resort & Spa -- Maui's newest luxury resort -- has received the 2012 American Automobile Association (AAA) Four Diamond Award, after just two years of operation. This ranks the property as a premier establishment as determined by professional inspectors, hospitality industry members and 53 million-plus AAA members. Only 4.5% of the 31,000 lodgings approved by AAA make the Four Diamond list. The Honua Kai Resort is an all-suite resort with full kitchens in each suite, and separate living and sleeping areas. Adventure is steps away with access to ziplining, hiking, surfing,...