Monthly Archives: October 2000

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Outrigger Represented in this Year’s Ironman Triathlon World Championship

If it’s October in Hawaii, then it’s IRONMAN time! One of the most notable triathlons in the world, the Ironman Triathlon World Championship, is held every year in October on Hawaii’s Big Island. This year’s triathlon held special significance to … Read More.

Annual Conference 2000

The Outrigger Waikoloa Beach Resort was the perfect destination for Outrigger Hotels & Resorts’ Annual Conference 2000. Coconut Grove was transformed into a fabulous scene from the movie “From Here to Eternity,” as we kicked off the conference by hosting … Read More.

Election Day: Trick or Treat?

As we approach Halloween, and one week later, our national and local elections, many are making comparisons between the two events.One political cartoonist asked, “What’s quickly put away and forgotten early in November?” Answer: “Halloween masks and costumes, leftover candy … Read More.

Outrigger Guam Resort to Host PUNTAN PULAN

In the spirit of inafa’maolek (hospitality), the Outrigger Guam Resort will host PUNTAN PULAN — “To Watch Over” — an exhibit depicting the unique culture and majestic heritage of the Chamorro people in solar-etched wood. The exhibit features the works … Read More.

Hawaii Island United Way – West Hawaii Hotel Division

The 2000 Hawaii Island United Way – West Hawaii Hotel Division held its kick-off luncheon at The Orchid at Mauna Lani on Friday, September 8. Chairperson Robin Graf welcomed all attendees.The occasion began with our OWB Cultural Specialist, Keke Kaniho, … Read More.

Hau’oli La Hanau – Happy Birthday

On Monday, October 16, Outrigger ‘ohana and guests gathered at the Ka’iulani Triangle Park to mark the 125th birthday of Princess Victoria Kawekiu Lunalilo Kalaninuiahilapapa Ka’iulani Cleghorn.At 9 a.m., a hush came over the crowd as our very own Kehau … Read More.

A Tale of Two Brands

Outrigger Hotels & Resorts 2000 Annual ConferenceChairman’s AddressEvery year around this time, I’m asked to say a few words at this meeting, and I always get a lot of suggestions on what I should say. In recent years, the most … Read More.

Employees of the Quarter Honored 3rd Quarter 2000

Outrigger ‘ohana gathered at the Outrigger Reef on the Beach on October 11 to honor Employees of the Quarter for the 3rd Quarter 2000. David Carey, Perry Sorenson and Department Heads extended their congratulations and offered words of praise to … Read More.

Honolulu’s Central Park

(Dr. Kelley’s column will be back on October 21.)Recently, Gov. Ben Cayetano announced a bold initiative to replace the Ala Wai Golf Course with a park and related commercial activities. While the current municipal golf course is enormously popular, thousands … Read More.