Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort

Overview of Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa Traditions established by Queen Lili'uokalani, the last Hawaiian monarch, continue to flourish at our resort. home over view -- -- Let us show you exclusive offers & updates tailored to your interests. resort services fast facts testimonials map & directions A century ago, Queen Lili'uokalani, the last Hawaiian monarch, inherited the lands at Hamohamo, the area in which the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort now stands, from her grandfather, 'Aikanaka. The land on which the Hotel is directly built was once the Ku'ekaunahi stream, which ran through the Queen's property. There were two summer homes on Lili'uokalani's property, one called Kealohilani and the other Paoakalani (literally translated as "heavenly fragrance"). Here she retreated to relax and informally entertain family, friends, and on occasion, visiting royalty. She also spent much of her time composing her songs and translating Hawaiian stories into English, surrounded by lily ponds and elaborate gardens, and when the trade winds blew, the fragrance of the topical flowers was carried throughout the estate. According to Queen Lili'uokalani, the large inviting living room was a place where "all could gather in joy and hospitality." Her home served as a comforting getaway from the pressures of business at I'olani Palace, several miles away. Nearby stood another one-story guest cottage, Kealohilani ("heavenly brightness"), where visitors enjoyed the tranquility of old Hawaii. In 1966, the Lili'uokalani Trust revealed plans for turning 16 acres of "old Waikiki" into a multi-million dollar resort development. American International Travel Services, Inc. (AITS) broke ground at this site in 1968 with plans for a twin towers, 23-story hotel at a cost of $12 million. Only one tower was initially completed. In October 1971, and at a cost of close to double the original estimate, the hotel officially opened. The grand opening ceremony took place on February 9-10, 1972. Reverend Abraham Akaka of the Kawaiahao Church conducted the blessing in the Garden Courtyard and Princess Abigail Kawananakoa, the niece of the late Queen Lili'uokalani, ceremoniously untied the maile lei. Eight years later, in 1979, the Kuhio Tower was added to the Resort, bringing the total room count to 1,346. In November 2000, Marriott International, Inc. assumed management of the hotel. Today, the area surrounding the resort bears little resemblance to the neighborhood at the turn of the century, but the traditions established by the queen continues to flourish at our resort. Diverse food and beverage outlets Business Center 24-hour Internet access 24-hour Fitness Center Live Entertainment Hawaiian cultural activities Concierge services Shops and Boutiques Two heated fresh-water swimming pools Valet service In-room safe deposit box Rental car desk 24-hour Laundromat Doctors On-Call medical service Property Address Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa 2552 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu, Hawaii 96815 Telephone (808) 922-6611 Phone (808) 921-5255 Facsimile 1-800-367-5370 Toll Free Reservations in the Continental U.S. & Canada Website: www.MarriottWaikiki.com Credit Cards Accepted American Express, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa and Discover. Hotel Tax 11.41% Location Overlooking Waikiki Beach near Diamond Head. Located on 5.2 acres of prime Waikiki property. Eight miles from Honolulu International Airport. Built October 1971 Architect Shimokawa Architects Date Marriott Assumed Management November 2000 Number of Rooms 1,310 rooms Kealohilani Tower Floors: 25 Rooms: 656 Suites: 10 Non-smoking rooms: 452 ADA Rooms: 5 Paoakalani Tower Floors: 33 Rooms: 654 Suites: 3 Non-smoking rooms: 326 ADA Rooms: 22 home resort overview accommodations check rates reserve now packages specials meetings & events weddings spa olakino things to do resort dining resort activities news press room take a tour contact privacy policy site map 2552 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu, Hawaii 96815-3699 RES 1.800.367.5370 PH: 1.808.922.6611 FAX: 1.808.921-5255 ©2005 Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa Developed by Symbolic

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USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) Eruption Update Eruption Summary Hazards History Panorama Images Current Activity Hazards History Current Eqs Map Felt EQs Destructive EQs Seismicity Hazards, Zoning Instrumentation Hualalai Haleakala Lo`ihi Ocean Entry Lava Zones Types History of HVO Volunteer program Location Kilauea: an explosive volcano in Hawai`i A well-known dictum in geology is "the present is the key to the past." Often, however, the past itself is a key: to the future. The past is a better such key, in fact, than is the present. It is improbable that everything that can happen is happening today. Something brand new may start, of course, but something that has happened in the past is more likely to occur again, regardless of what's going on today. It is in this light that a new feature story presents the outlines of Kilauea's explosive past. Kilauea is not exploding now, but it has done so in a small way in the recent past and in a big way during the past hundreds to thousands of years. If we are to know the whole gamut of what Kilauea can do, it behooves us to examine its past as carefully as possible. Explosions can be hazardous to both people on the ground and traveling in jet airliners. The more we know about Kilauea's explosions, the better chance we have of mitigating their risk to us. So turn the page and perhaps be surprised at the richness of Kilauea's explosive past. Archive of previous feature stories Photograph by C. Heliker August 26, 2005 Top: Waterspout spins between steaming water and large plume generated where lava meets the sea. The ocean entry at East Lae`apuki is just out of view to the left. Bottom: Lava bubble bursts in shallow water in front of East Lae`apuki bench. Archive of Featured Photographs Photograph by C. Heliker August 26, 2005 More Volcano Information from HVO and Beyond Report a felt earthquake to HVO using this form. More USGS Volcano Web sites Alaska Volcano Observatory Anatahan Volcano - Northern Mariana Islands Cascades Volcano Observatory Long Valley Observatory Yellowstone Volcano Observatory Volcano Hazards Program Current issue of Volcano Watch essay , written weekly by USGS scientists. Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park , home to HVO. Find visitor information and resources here. Volcanoes for kids , from the Volcano World website. U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey, Menlo Park, California , USA URL http://hvo.wr.usgs.gov/index.html Contact: hvowebmaster@usgs.gov (808) 967-7328 (an autoattendant) | USGS Privacy Statement | USGS Disclaimer | Accessibility | Last modification: 13 January 2006 (pnf)

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Sheraton Kauai Resort in Koloa, Hawaii Hotel-Rates.com >> United States >> Hawaii >> Koloa >> Sheraton Kauai Resort Sheraton Kauai Resort in Koloa, Hawaii 2440 Hoonani Rd, Koloa, HI 96756 Hotel Rates & Availability Search Check-in: January February March April May June July August September October November December 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Number of Rooms: 1 2 3 4 Check-out: January February March April May June July August September October November December 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Adults per Room: 1 2 3 4 LOWEST HOTEL RATES...GUARANTEED! More Hotel Photos Sheraton Kauai Resort 2440 Hoonani Rd KOLOA, HI, US 96756 The Sheraton Kauai Resort is located alongside Poipu Beach - the '#1 Beach in America' (as designated by the Travel Channel and Dr. Beach in USA TODAY), - on Kauai's sunny South Shore. Spread out over 20 acres of prime oceanfront, the 415-room Sheraton Kauai appeals to families and romance-seeking couples. This deluxe, low rise, Hawaiian haven provides gracious accommodations with a choice of mesmerizing oceanfront or colorful, tropical garden views. No building rises higher than a mature coconut tree so the resort fits into its splendid setting instead of overwhelming it. This resort offers three tennis courts, a shopping arcade, and a sunset Mai Tai party includes a torch-lighting ceremony and Hawaiian music. Guests can enjoy a host of activities including water sports and golf at two championship golf courses located nearby. The guest accommodations are spread out over the Sheraton's 20 acres. All guest rooms include furnished lanais with ocean or garden views. Light-filled and airy, the guest rooms are furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerators, bathrobes, video game consoles, and in-room safes are included. The resort also features a virtual 'Galleria of Oceanfront Dining& Entertainment', which has a choice of four restaurants and a surf-view lounge. Please note. A daily resort fee $26.04 is charged at the hotel (price subject to change). This fee includes: self parking, use of tennis courts, use of fitness center, use of in-room safe, in-room coffee and tea, daily sunset cocktail hour/Daily Sunset Mai Tai Punch hour, daily breakfast buffet for two, local (on-island) telephone calls, discounts at beach activity center, torch lighting ceremony with hula dancers nightly, cultural arts and crafts: lei making and hula lessons, guests news library with high-speed Internet access & Email access, 10% discount on Dinner at Shell's Steak & Seafood, Naniwa Japanese Restaurant & sushi Bar, and Amore Ristorante Italiano (not combinable with any other promotional offers) and toll free and credit card access telephone calls. Kids also Eat Free at Shell's Steak & Seafood Restaurant (12 & under; one child per paying adults, maximum 2 children). Surrounding Area POIPU BEACH Room Information - Sheraton Kauai Resort Bed Type: Short Description: Garden View Long Description: One king or two double beds. Furnished lanai overlooking gardens and pool. Located at back of resort, across the street from the ocean. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Garden View Escape Long Description: One king or two double beds. Furnished lanai overlooking gardens and pool. Located at back of resort, across the street from the ocean. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Sunrise Promo - Deluxe Oceanfront View Long Description: One king or two double beds. Full ocean view from both inside and the furnished lanai. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Partial Ocean View Long Description: One king or two double beds. Furnished lanai with partial ocean view. Located in the Garden Wing of the resort. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Deluxe Garden View Long Description: One king or two double beds. Furnished lanai facing koi ponds and gardens. Located across the street from the ocean. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Deluxe Oceanfront Long Description: One king or two double beds. Full ocean view from inside and from furnished lanai. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Sunrise Promo - Garden View Long Description: One king or two double beds. Furnished lanai overlooking gardens and pool. Located at back of resort, across the street from the ocean. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Partial Ocean View Escape Long Description: One king or two double beds. Furnished lanai with partial ocean view. Located in the Garden Wing of the resort. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Refrigerator, bathrobes, video game console, in-room safe. Air conditioned. Bed Type: Short Description: Deluxe Ocean Front Escape Long Description: One king or two double beds. May have sofa bed. Partial ocean view from inside and from furnished lanai. Light-filled, airy room furnished island style, with rich woods and soft-toned upholstery. Cable TV with video game console. Refrigerator. Bathrobes. In-room safe. Air conditioning. Property Information Check-in time - 3:00 PM Check-out time - 12:00 PM Resort Fee - 26.04 per day Star rating: 3.5 Area Activities -Kiahuna Golf Course 5 Minutes -Spouting Horn 6 Minutes -National Tropical Botanical Gardens 6 Minutes -Koloa Town 10 Minutes -Poipu Bay Resort Golf Course 10 Minutes -Lihue 25 Minutes -Kilauea Lighthouse (wildlife refuge) 1 Hour Driving Directions - Sheraton Kauai Resort From Lihue Airport: Exit airport on HI-570. Turn left on HI-56. Turn right on HI-50. Turn left on HI-520. Continue on Hoonani Road. The resort is on the left hand side. Policies & Disclaimers You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book. These excellent rates are only available through us. Please do not call the property, as they will not have our discounted rates in their system. Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed. Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled directly between you and the property. Cancellation Policy: Cancellation Policy, hotels.com. Bookings are subject to a 25 USD fee for any CANCELLATION/CHANGE. If cancellation occurs within the Cancellation Policy period, a charge of one- night's room rate, tax recovery charges and service fees will be assessed. No refunds will be made for no-shows or early checkouts. SHERATON KAUAI RESORT Cancellation Policy Non Changeable, Advance Purchase Rate, Fully prepaid. If cancelled outside of 72 hours of arrival before 4PM, forfeit 1 night. If cancelled inside 72 hours of arrival after 4PM, forfeit entire stay. Sheraton Kauai Resort, Koloa, Hawaii Search Availability and Our Low Rates Now Book online or call US & Canada: 1-800-403-4176 Europe: 0 800 032 8868 Koloa Hotels Castle Kiahuna Plantation Castle Kiahuna Plantation Castle Makahuena Embassy Vacation Resort - Poipu Point Grand Hyatt Kauai Kiahuna Plantation Resort Lawai Beach Resort Condos Marriott Waiohai Beach Club Nihi Kai Villas Outrigger Kiahuna Plantation Poipu Crater Resort Poipu Kai Resort Resortquest At Poipu Kai Resortquest At Poipu Kai (Formerly Aston) Sheraton Kauai Resort Whalers Cove Whalers Cove Oceanfront Condominiums More Koloa, Hawaii Hotels... 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Hawaii Travel

Hawaii Travel Guide Hawaii Travel Guide Places of Power, History, Mystery & Magic Written & Illustrated by Ellie and William Crowe Exploring Lost Hawaii takes the reader on an intriguing pilgrimage into Hawaii's past. It skillfully weaves a collection of stories that are both beautiful yet dark, mysterious and supernatural, and always fascinating. In Exploring Lost Hawaii , Ellie Crowe and William Crowe have created a unique and informative guidebook that provides a tour of Hawaii never seen by most visitors - and even many locals. Covering all of the major Hawaiian Islands, this book takes an unexpected route away from that of the traditional guidebook. The result is a journey into the lands of the Hawaii of old - places of powerful alii, wise kahuna, sacred heiau, and mysterious menehune. Sites of historical and cultural significance on each island are described in detail, and directions are given to each site. Exploring Lost Hawaii will take you on a journey through a Hawaii that will not be easily forgotten. Excerpts from Columnist Bob Krauss' ReviewHonolulu Advertiser, Saturday April 28, 2001 "...a laudable purpose, introducing visitors to Hawaiian culture by viewing ancient sites...A good deal of research went into this book, and Ellie Crowe cites her sources. In addition, she adds her personal experiences at the sites, or that of someone who lives nearby. It's an effective technique that bridges the gap between ancient culture and today. William Crowe consistently finds a way with light and perspective to take dramatic photos of heiau ruins, healing stones and bare lava carved with petroglyphs. This isn't easy." About the Writer & Photographer Ellie and William Crowe have explored every continent and lived in Australia, South Africa, and the U.S.A. Islands are their favorite places. For the last twelve years they have traveled the Hawaiian Islands and read extensively about Hawaii's history and legends. They are members of the Hawaiian Historical Society. Ellie is an author whose books include Little Princess Kaiulani in Her Garden by the Sea and The Littlest Paniolo . A commercial real estate broker and photographer, William holds liberal arts and law degrees from the University of Sydney, Australia. He is president of Regent Asset Management Inc., an investment and management company. Their work is featured in both the Travel Channel's "Places of Mystery" series and the History Channel's "Haunted Hawaii" series. The authors have three children and live in Honolulu, Hawaii. Retail Price: $24.00 (plus shipping and handling) ISBN 0-9712885-0-X Co-publisher: Regent Music & Book Publishing - special edition 2002 How to order Note: The authors are available for slide presentations. For more information about Hawaii, please visit: Alternative-Hawaii's Guide to Hawaii (All Islands) Alternative-Hawaii's Calendar of Events Alternative-Hawaii's Special Places Hosted by Alternative-Hawaii ©Ala Mua Hawaii, 2000