Destinations
Champion surfer opens new surf school
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa is making it easier to "hang ten"with the introduction of a new surf school and vacation package. Champion long board surfer Kai Sallas continues his father's tradition of surf instruction with the creation of Pro Surf School Hawaii, located at Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. His long history and love for the sport began when he was 12 years old, stemming from dad Jr. Sallas who taught young Kai and helped revitalize the surfing culture as one of the original Waikiki Beach Boys. Now, the oceanfront resort is offering a value-added Surf Package for...
Fairmont has new pastry head honcho
Aron Weber has been named pastry chef for The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii. Weber joins the luxury AAA Four Diamond resort from The Fairmont Washington, D.C., where he held the position of executive pastry chef. Weber debuted his culinary creations at the 17th annual 'Q'uisine of Hearts Valentine's Brunch, a benefit for the Kona-Kohala Chapter of the American Culinary Federation held Feb. 12. The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii is an AAA Four Diamond luxury destination resort offering 538 guestrooms. Facilities and services include the Hawaiian-inspired Spa Without Walls, authentic local daily beach and...
Spring festivities in works for BC ski resorts
Winter ski conditions on the BC mountains are still in full force, but they are all getting ready for the end of season spring festivities. In Fernie, 50th anniversary festivities have been in full swing all year long. There, the warmer temperatures can be ushered in throughout Ski Heritage Week, March 19-24. This blend of nostalgia and new-school events, both at the resort and in the Kootenay Rockies town, includes a classic ski film night, a Powder Pioneers Social, a new Telemark Ski Festival and an in-town Street Party. Those who hanker for straight skis, one-piece ski suits and florescent...
Five facets of EIA Terminal get improvements
Now underway is the Expansion 2012 project at Edmonton International Airport (EIA), which is five separate projects in total. These include an expanded terminal building, a new Central Tower, expanded aircraft parking space, a new power substation and an upgraded central utilities plant. The new EIA terminal is designed to make check-in simpler, security faster, departure lounges more comfortable, and the overall experience for passengers more relaxing and memorable. The Central Hall retail area and U.S. Departures lounge are now open. Canadian Border Service Agency, the...
Waikiki Hula Conference set for May
Hundreds of dancers from around the world will gather in Waikiki this spring to partake in a rare opportunity to experience hula in its native surroundings. The 6th annual International Waikiki Hula Conference will take place May 11-13 at the Hawaii Convention Center. The conference is not only for hula lovers from overseas, but is also open to local dancers of all experience levels and anyone interested in hula. This year's conference theme celebrates Lei Day in Hawaii, with workshop mele (song) and hula representing flowers or lei, chosen by each kumu hula (hula teacher). More than 40...
Outrigger offers free vow renewal ceremony
A special group vow renewal ceremony has been introduced at the Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort - free to guests staying at any Outrigger-managed hotel or condo on Hawaii Island. Held every Wednesday morning, the non-denominational ceremony is held at the water's edge and conducted by a Hawaiian officiant. Couples are welcomed with a Hawaiian chant and heart-warming stories from the rich heritage of Keauhou and Kahalu'u and blessed with a gentle sprinkling of water before reciting vows in the Hawaiian language. Each couple is presented with a certificate to commemorate the special occasion....
Discounted luxury in Nevada desert
A completely different way to experience Las Vegas is from the luxury seclusion of the Aston MonteLago Village Resort on Lake Las Vegas. It offers a desert wonderland of sparkling stars at night, mountain vistas and days of relaxation in a lakeside Mediterranean-style village resort. Rates start at $95 per night for studio units. Agents can book now through March 31 for travel through March 31 to access Aston's winter specials. Blackout dates and some restrictions apply....
Holiday House, Fun Sun put spotlight on Europe
Holiday House and Fun Sun Vacations have unveiled their latest brochure Europe, featuring holiday options throughout France, Italy, the U.K., Spain, The Netherlands and more. Highlights of the 2012 program include: !!! More than 10,000 hotels throughout Europe, including self-catering apartments with Pierre & Vacances, Citadines and Bridgestreet; !!! The choice of 10 different airline partners - all of the most popular scheduled airlines, including Air Canada, Air France, Lufthansa, British Airways, KLM and Alitalia, with daily departures to various European cities; !!! Car rentals with...