“KEEP IT HAWAI‘I” PROGRAM PARTNERS
WITH HAWAII MAGAZINE TO PROMOTE CULTURAL TREASURES
HONOLULU, November 13 – In 2004, the “Keep
It Hawaii” program will expand awareness of the cultural treasures
being recognized locally through a new partnership with Hawaii
Magazine and its audience of mainland U.S. and international
readers.
“Our readers are
Hawaii
enthusiasts and frequent visitors who have a
keen interest in the unique and diverse cultural offerings found in
the islands,” said Editor June Kikuchi. “It’s a privilege for
us to support Keep It Hawaii, and to partner with HVCB to shine a
light on those who are perpetuating
Hawaii
’s culture.”
Beginning with the May/June issue, Hawaii Magazine will
publish a listing of the 2004 Keep It Hawaii recipients announced at
the awards presentation on April 1, 2004. The September/October
issue will feature the “Best in Show” recipient.
Hawaii Magazine is based in
Irvine
,
CA
and has a circulation of
85,000, with an estimated audience reach of 255,000 readers.
“HVCB is extremely appreciative of Hawaii Magazine’s
commitment to showcasing the cultural assets of our community,”
said John Monahan, president and CEO of the Hawaii Visitors and
Convention Bureau (HVCB). “The Keep It Hawaii program honors
individuals, organizations, and companies for their contributions in
preserving our community’s cultural heritage for residents and
visitors alike.”
Created in 1990, the Keep It Hawaii program is co-sponsored
by the Hawaii Tourism Authority and HVCB.
Entries in 18 categories are judged by volunteers (including
past recipients) from the representative fields, with top winners
earning the coveted Kahili Award.
For more information on the Keep It Hawaii program, visit
HVCB’s Web site at gohawaii.com/keepithawaii.
Waikoloa
named top family resort
Waikiki, November 3 --Readers named the Waikoloa Beach
Marriott as the #5 highest-ranking family resorts in Hawaii in the
Travel + Leisure Family's 2003 World's Best Family Readers' Poll.
The awards appear in the winter issue of Travel + Leisure Family.
The Waikoloa Beach Marriott on
Hawaii
's
Big
Island
is certified as "family
friendly". Children 17 years and under stay FREE at Waikoloa
Beach Marriott. Children ages five through 13 years of age receive a
complimentary Island Explorer kit that includes a colorful backpack
with binoculars, sunglasses, and adventure guidebook at check in.
Parents can enroll kids 5 to 13 in the Waikoloa Keiki Club,
where they can go shoreline fishing, see turtles on a glass-bottom
boat ride, or take a nature walk to see the marine life in
fishponds-all under supervision. Daily babysitting service for
infants and toddlers by certified childcare professionals also
available.
HVCB gives
out Maile awards
Waikiki, November 10 -- The Hawaii Visitors and Convention
Bureau presented 10 Hawaii organizations with its prestigious Maile
Award in recognition of their contributions to sustaining the
quality of life and growth of tourism in the islands.
The presentations were made at HVCB’s Annual Luncheon in
the Coral Ballroom of the Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort &
Spa. An estimated 1,000 attendees representing tourism, business,
and the general community took part in the luncheon, which
commemorated HVCB’s 100 years of marketing Hawaii (1903-2003) and
was themed Pupukahi i holomua (Unite in order to progress).
The Maile Award is the highest honor presented annually by
HVCB to an individual or organization. It recognizes community
members celebrating anniversaries of 25, 50, 75, and 100 years of
serving
Hawaii
.
The 2003 Maile Award honorees, their year of anniversary, and
a short description are as follows.
25 Years
Kapalua Bay Hotel & Ocean Villas – This landmark,
award-winning Maui resort opened in 1978 as the first visitor
accommodations serving Kapalua. The distinctive architectural design
reflects the history of
Maui
’s plantation era.
Ironman Triathlon World Championship – It began as a
one-of-a-kind endurance race in 1978. But within a few years, the
Ironman became internationally recognized as the ultimate test of
athleticism and conditioning, a world-class signature event for
Hawaii
’s
Big
Island
, and one of the most respected championships in
all of sport.
Waikiki
Community Center
– From its simple beginnings in a tiny cottage
25 years ago, this
Waikiki
“place of refuge” has evolved into a setting
for programs, classes, and services to help those who live and work
in the area.
Na Wahine O Ke Kai – Widely regarded as the world
championship of women’s long distance canoe racing, this grueling
open ocean crossing spans 41 miles from Molokai to Waikiki. This
year’s race attracted 72 crews from around the world.
50 Years
Iolani Sportswear – This family-owned business opened its
doors in 1953 with just four sewing machines and seven employees.
Now, it stands as one of
Hawaii
’s most respected clothing manufacturers and
designers of Aloha fashion wear.
75 Years
Akina Aloha
Tours
–
Maui
’s oldest passenger service used banana wagons,
buses, and taxis to transport people in 1928. Today, it is known for
superior service having been named in 2002 as one of the nation’s
“Top Ten Most Innovative Motor Coach Operators.”
100 Years
Korean Centennial Committee – The first immigrants from
Korea arrived on U.S. soil in Hawaii 100 years ago, inspiring a
yearlong centennial celebration recognizing the cultural impact on
local traditions throughout the islands.
Soto
Mission
of
Hawaii
– The mission’s centennial celebration this
year honored the pioneer Issei (first generation) and Nisei (second
generation) immigrants from
Japan
and their contributions to
Hawaii
’s culture.
E.K. Fernandez Shows – A staple of local fun and excitement
at the 50th State Fair, the Farm Fair, and school and community
carnivals statewide, E.K. Fernandez has been entertaining island
families since introducing the first steam driven Ferris Wheel and
Merry-Go-Round in 1903.
Daughters of
Hawaii
– Founded 100 years ago by seven women, the
Daughters of Hawaii are dedicated to preserving
Hawaii
’s history, most notably the
Queen
Emma
Summer
Palace
in
Honolulu
and
Hulihee
Palace
in Kailua-Kona on the
Big
Island
.
Hawaiian
Airlines Rated #1 For Meals And Cabin Service
HONOLULU, November 10 -- An industry survey of frequent
business travelers, arguably the best judges of airline service
quality, has rated Hawaiian Airlines as the nationąs leading
carrier for superior meals and cabin service.
The October edition of Condé Nast Traveler magazine ranks
the top domestic and international airlines and hotels of 2003 in
its sixth annual Business Travel Awards. In reviewing Hawaiian, the
magazine commented, “The big surprise is Hawaiian Airlines, which
receives higher scores for Food/Beverages and Cabin Service than any
other major.”
Hawaiianąs meals are designed by award-winning Executive
Chef Beverly Gannon of the Haliimaile General Store and Joeąs Bar
& Grill on
Maui
. Chef Gannon, a charter member of the HawaiŚi
Regional Cuisine chefs organization, creates all the menus for First
Class and Coach Class service, and regularly visits Hawaiianąs prep
staff kitchens in its nine gateway U.S. West cities to oversee and
maintain the quality of meal preparation and presentation.
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