Night 1, 2, & 3: The Royal Hawaiian* Honolulu, Hawaii A beloved Hawaiian landmark, the legendary “Pink Palace of the Pacific” has welcomed guests to Waikiki for over 75 years. Set right on famed Waikiki Beach, this elegant Grande Dame provides a gracious introduction to traditional Hawaii with its the prime beachfront location and its charming old-world ambiance. Guestrooms offer all the amenities that today’s travelers expect, including cable TV with movie channels and high-speed Internet access. The hotel offers a wide range of water sports and beach activities to enhance your leisure hours, with facilities including a private beach, inviting swimming pool, well-equipped Fitness Center and the Abhasa Waikiki Spa. Dining at the world-renowned Surf Room is a memorable experience, as is indulging in lovely ocean views at the Mai Tai Bar. * January 1 – May 30 departures will stay at The Royal Hawaiian
Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort* Honolulu, Hawaii Located in the very heart of Waikiki Beach and known as “The First Lady of Waikiki,” Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort, has been welcoming guests to Hawaii since 1901. Generations of tourists have sat in the shade of its immense and famous Indian Banyon tree, originally planted in 1904, and enjoyed sipping a cool drink while watching the waves roll in. Guestrooms, with their undeniably Hawaiian ambiance, offer air conditioning, premium TV channels, iron and ironing board, in-room safe, hairdryer, coffee maker, compact refrigerator the now-famous Heavenly Bed. Romp on the beach, swim in the freshwater outdoor pool or keep your muscles toned in the Moana Spa and Fitness Center. Take time out to relax at the Beachside Café, offering tasty food and an unbeatable view of Waikiki. * May 31 – December 31 departures will stay at the Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort
Night 4 & 5: Sheraton Kauai Resort Poipu Beach, Kauai, Hawaii Ideally located on Kauai’s famous Poipu Beach, the Sheraton Kauai Resort entices with its scenic beauty, host of resort activities and warm hospitality. Gracious guestrooms feature individually controlled air conditioning, color TV with cable, in-room refrigerator, iron and ironing board, hair dryer, waffle-weave bathrobes and in-room coffee maker. The fully equipped Fitness Center boasts views of Kauai’s southern coastline and two freshwater swimming pools await your pleasure. The Beach Activities Center is the place to go to obtain rental equipment to add to your fun as you enjoy Poipu Beach, named the #1 Beach by Doc Beach in USA TODAY. Be sure to visit the Hawaiian Culture Center to watch local artists at work creating Hawaiian arts and crafts. The Oasis Bar & Grill features an intriguing selections of island pupus (appetizers) and an array of tropical drinks in a delightful al fresco setting.
Night 6, 7 & 8: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii Hyatt Regency Maui is a consistent choice as one of the world’s 500 best hotels by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure. Its desirable beachfront location, attentive service, wide range of recreational facilities and luxurious atmosphere make it a perennial favorite among sophisticated visitors to Maui. The resort is set amidst landscaped grounds offering an array of recreational facilities including two swimming pools and tennis courts, plus cultural activities such as lei making and hula demonstrations. Refresh your mind and body at the oceanfront, full service spa or take advantage of all the fitness equipment at the Moana Athletic club. Enjoy a cocktail at one of the resorts many lounges prior to dining at one of its impressive restaurants.
Night 9, 10 & 11: Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel Kohala Coast, Big Island, Hawaii Nestled into the bluffs overlooking Hapuna Beach, consistently rated as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, the five-star Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel offers guests a feeling of rejuvenation in contemporary Hawaiian style. Opened in 1994 as the second phase of Rockefeller’s renowned Mauna Kea Resort, it shares 1,839 lush acres with Mauna Kea. The attractive guestrooms all face the ocean and offer private lanais, as well as coffee makers, robes, slippers and safes. Golfers will enjoy the Arnold Palmer / Ed Seay-designed 18-hole golf course, which was named “The Course of the Future” by the U.S. Golf Association in 1997. Swim in the heated freshwater pool or, perhaps, share your swim with a giant sea turtle in the waters of Hapuna Beach. The state-of-the-art Fitness Center awaits guests who want to keep in shape, and tennis is available at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. The sophisticated readers of Condé Nast Traveler and Travel & Leisure consider the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel among the 500 best hotels in the world.