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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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How to Find Music for a Hawaiian Wedding - eHow.com Clear Instructions on How To Do (just about) Everything Web eHow.com Home Family & Relationships Center Wedding Bells How to Find Music for a Hawaiian Wedding Hawaiian music has a slow, melodic sound all its own. Capture the feel of the islands by using this traditional music to set the tone of your special day. Steps: 1. Explore your options to learn what Hawaiian musicians are available. Check the yellow pages, do a search online, and ask island hotels and banquet halls for recommendations. 2. Consult with a wedding planner, who can make the arrangements for you if time is short. 3. Ask to listen to the musician play before you make any decisions. 4. Request the Hawaiian wedding song, called "Ke Kali Nei Au." This means, "I'm waiting for thee." 5. Ask to have it played on a guitar or a guitar-ukulele duet. 6. Arrange for a hula dancer to perform to the song. 7. Listen to a demo of Hawaiian music to hear how it sounds. 8. Select other Hawaiian songs you would like to include on your wedding day. Some of the options include the "Maile Swing," "Sophisticated Hula" and "Pretty Red Hibiscus." 9. Expect to pay about $150 an hour for a vocalist/guitarist, and $100 an hour for a hula dancer. But remember that prices can vary quite a bit, depending on the performer's level of experience. Tips: Ask a conch shell, or pu, blower to announce the beginning of your ceremony. This signifies that an important event is about to occur. Please Share Your Tips with Us More Resources: Contribute to eHow: Write an eHow Article Suggest a Topic Give Us Feedback on This Article Related eHows: Hire Musicians Plan a Hawaiian Wedding Appreciate Hawaii's Culture Throw a Luau Celebrate a Hawaiian Christmas Things You'll Need: Hawaiian Music Project Details: Skill Advisory: Moderately Easy New! -- Related eHows: Hire Musicians Plan a Hawaiian Wedding Appreciate Hawaii's Culture Throw a Luau Celebrate a Hawaiian Christmas Check out Thousands of How-To Solutions in eHow's Centers Automotive Careers & Education Computers & Home Electronics Family & Relationships Finance & Business Food & Entertaining Health Hobbies & Games Holidays & Traditions Home & Garden Personal Care & Style Pets Sports & Fitness Travel How to: --? Web eHow.com Home | Site Map | About Us | How To Books | Link to eHow Subscribe to the eHow of the Day Mailing List : Have the eHow of the Day appear on your My Yahoo! Page: Add the eHow of the Day to your RSS reader: © 1999-2005 eHow, Inc. How things get done. Use of this web site constitutes acceptance of the eHow Terms of Use and Privacy .

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National Weather Service Forecast Office - Honolulu, Hawai`i weather.gov Home Site Map News Organization Search Local forecast by "City, St" or Zip Code Search by city or zip code. Press enter or select the go button to submit request Current Hazards Hawai`i Tropical Cyclones National Current Conditions Observations Satellite Hydrology River & Lake AHPS Analyses Radar Imagery Kaua`i Moloka`i Kohala South Point Hawai`i Mosaic CONUS Radar Experimental Radar Forecasts Hawai`i Marine Aviation Fire Weather Local Graphics National Graphics Experimental Text Model Output Alaska Aviation Wx Aviation Wx Ctr Climate Hawai`i New Hawai`i Climate El Nino/La Nina Climate Prediction NCDC Weather Safety Weather Radio Weather & Safety Tsunami Information Event Summaries StormData Skywarn Spotters Weather in Hawaii Turn Around, Don't Drown StormTsunamiReady EMWIN About Us Our Mission Our Office Our Products Contact Us Comments... Pacific Region Links Regional HQ Central Pacific Hurricane Center WFO Guam WSO Pago Pago Pacific Tsunami Warning Center International Tsunami Information Center NOAA NWS WFO Honolulu Top News of the Day The 2005 End of Season Tropical Weather Summary is available. Click on the map below for the latest forecast. en espaol Last map update: Wed, Jan. 25, 2006 at 6:11:12 am HST Read watches, warnings & advisories. Zoom Out High Surf Advisory Small Craft Advisory Coastal Hazard Message Use the drop down menu to select an alternate link to zone forecasts. Island of Niihau - Niihau Island of Kauai - Kauai Windward - Kauai Leeward - Kauai Mountains Island of Oahu - Oahu South Shore - Waianae Coast - Oahu North Shore - Oahu Koolau - Olomana - Central Oahu - Waianae Mountains Island of Molokai - Molokai Windward - Molokai Leeward Island of Lanai - Lanai Makai - Lanai Mauka Island of Kahoolawe - Kahoolawe Island of Maui - Maui Windward West - Maui Leeward West - Maui Central Valley - Windward Haleakala - Leeward Haleakala - Haleakala Summit Big Island of Hawaii - Kona - South Big Island - Big Island North and East - Kohala - Big Island Interior - Big Island Summits Marine Locations - Coastal Forecast - Offshore Forecast Forecast at a Glance for Honolulu Airport TODAY JAN 25 THU JAN 26 FRI JAN 27 SAT JAN 28 SUN JAN 29 MON JAN 30 TUE JAN 31 /81 71/81 71/81 70/81 70/83 68/83 68/83 POP 40 POP 40 POP 20 POP 10 POP 10 POP 10 POP 0 Use the following drop down menu to change the forecast at a glance to a city near you. Then bookmark that page to always see that city's forecast at a glance when you visit. Lihue Waimea (Kauai) Honolulu Kaneohe Makaha Wahiawa Molokai Lanai Kahului Hana Haleakala Kapalua Hilo Kona Hawaii Nat'l Park Mauna Kea Lenticular clouds taken from the Four Seasons/Hualalai Resort north of Kona The Weather Forecast Office activates the Central Pacific Hurricane Center when there is a tropical system in the central Pacific. Local Storm Reports | Public Information Statements | Record Event Reports NOAA Weather Radio Station KBA99 Serving Kauai, Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lanai and part of the Big Island on 162.550 & 162.400 MHz Station WWG27 Serving parts of the Big Island on 162.550 MHz Phone Recordings From O`ahu O`ahu Forecast incl Honolulu & Vicinity (808) 973-5286 O`ahu Forecast (808) 973-4380 or 973-4381 Marine Forecast (808) 973-4382 Surf Observations and Forecast (808) 973-4383 Coastal Winds and Buoy Observations (808) 973-6114 From Maui Maui Community Forecast (808) 877-5111 Maui Marine Forecast (808) 877-3477 or 877-3949 From Kaua`i Kaua`i Forecast (808) 245-6001 Kaua`i Marine Forecast (808) 245-3564 From the Big Island Hilo and vicinity Forecast (808) 935-8555 Big Island Forecast (808) 961-5582 Big Island Marine Forecast (808) 935-9883 Local Climate Water & Weather Topics: Current Hazards , Current Conditions , Radar , Satellite , Climate , About our Office , Contact Us National Weather Service Honolulu Forecast Office 2525 Correa Rd, Ste 250 Honolulu, HI 96822 (808) 973-5286 Web Master's email: W-HFO.Webmaster@noaa.gov Disclaimer Credits Glossary Privacy Policy About Us Career Opportunities

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