Night 1, 2, & 3: The Royal Hawaiian Honolulu, Oahu 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.
Night 4 & 5: Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa Koloa, Kauai Located in a stunningly beautiful setting on the south side of lush Kauai, the 50-acre Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa offers a truly luxurious resort vacation experience to discerning travelers. Generously sized at 606 sq ft., guestrooms offer luxurious features and amenities, such as a balcony, robes, marble bath with double sinks, hairdryer, high-speed Internet access, in-room safe, coffee maker and large-screen TV, that sophisticated travelers expect today. During leisure time, play a round at the championship Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course or a few sets on the plexi-paved tennis courts, take advantage of the fully equipped fitness center, explore the waterfalls and grottos in the enchanting “river pools,” float through the expansive saltwater lagoon or just bask on the white sand beach. From the award-winning Dondero’s Italian restaurant to the Hawaiian-themed cuisine at Tidepools to casual al fresco dining at Ilima Terrace, there’s something for every taste and mood. You might enjoy spending some time watching people rocket down the big waterslide at the Shipwreck Bar beside the saltwater lagoon or taking in the traditional sunset torch lighting ceremony at the Seaview Terrace.
Night 6, 7 & 8: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa Lahaina, Maui The Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa is a consistent choice as one of the world’s best hotels by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure. Its splendid beachfront location, attentive service, wide range of recreational facilities and luxurious atmosphere make it a perennial favorite among sophisticated visitors to Maui. Spacious guestrooms feature a balcony, large-screen TV, in-room safe, hairdryer, robes, mini-bar, coffee maker and cordless phone. 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 resort’s many lounges prior to dining at one of its impressive restaurants.
Night 9, 10 & 11: The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii Kohala Coast, Big Island Nestled beachside on the sun-drenched Kohala Coast of the big Island, The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii extends a warm e komo mai [welcome] to today’s sophisticated travelers. Comfortable guestrooms, each with its own private lanai, feature waffle-weave, tropical-weight bathrobes, exclusive Fairmont toiletries, coffee maker, mini-bar / refreshment center, cable TV, hairdryer and iron / ironing board. From the beautiful beach to the 10,000-square-foot swimming pool to the world-class tennis courts to the award-winning 36-hole golf course, there is no shortage of enjoyable activities from which to choose. The unique Spa without Walls awaits with a wide range of rejuvenating treatments and services and the Fitness Center stands ready with an array of exercise equipment. Many guests enjoy admiring the views of the sea at the Ocean Bar or the Sunset Terrace. The discerning readers of Conde Nast Traveler awarded The Fairmont Orchid a place on the prestigious Gold List.