O‘ahu

Halekulani, a luxury hotel in Waikiki, this week unveiled two new Premier Suites—The Bungalow and The Penthouse—available to book for USD $5,000 a night. With the introduction of these two suites, the hotel’s collection of Premier Suites now totals five.

A beautiful tapestry of flavours and tradition make up the incredible cultural blend that is Hawaiian cuisine. From the bountiful fresh fruits and veggies to the abundant cattle farms and Pacific Ocean waters brimming with sashimi-grade fish, the lucky locals and visitors to Hawai‘i have some of the highest quality food in the world to enjoy.

The fresh, floral air energises you. The warm, tranquil waters refresh you. The breathtaking, natural beauty renews you. There’s no place on earth like Hawai‘i.

The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) has lauded the state’s decision to lift COVID-19 restrictions that have prevented large group gatherings, effective 1 December 2021.

Hawaii’s Turtle Bay Resort is preparing for a new beginning, with the luxury North Shore property set to unveil its transformation from 1 July 2021. Currently closed for a major renovation during the pandemic, nearly every aspect of the hotel experience will be transformed to immerse guests in the dramatic landscape of the resort’s setting, from the redesigned lobby and pool deck to the locally inspired dining concepts and spacious new Ocean Bungalows just steps from the water.

Ten top performing Travel Counsellors agents travelled to the islands of Kaua‘i and O‘ahu last week on a coveted famil with Hawai‘i Tourism Oceania. After experiencing an ATV Waterfall Tour, Zipline and helicopter tour, the group relaxed at Kaua‘i’s Kōloa Landing Resort at Po‘ipū, Autograph Collection for four nights.

A group of professional meeting planners headed to the islands of Oahu and Hawai‘i with Hawaii Tourism Oceania on a dedicated MICE trip in October. The trip was filled with unique experiences and Aloha hospitality, beginning with a champagne toast in the Qantas Lounge.

Naupaka Spa & Wellness Centre at Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina is now offering new healing treatments inspired by the elements, a line of Hawaiian body products and a chic blow out bar.

Add one more travel segment that Forbes Travel Guide (“FTG”) is now affording its star rating: river cruises.