You'll find insight and observations about travel, tourism and all things Outrigger
at this Saturday Briefing, featuring
Chairman Emeritus Richard Kelley's
weekly blog, plus the latest news, happenings, photos, guest
stories and updates on the special 'ohana that is
Outrigger® Hotels and Resorts.
Last week, I had an opportunity to visit the offices of one of our travel wholesalers and participate in the presentation of awards to some of their top agents. I thoroughly enjoyed the chance to chat with those on the … Read More.
After more than a year of negotiation and collaboration between China’s Shaanxi Cultural Relics Bureau and numerous Guam government officials and private entities, an exhibit of rare Chinese artifacts has opened on Guam. Treasures from the Cradle of Chinese Civilization: … Read More.
Monday, 17 February, was the day the Outrigger Marshall Islands blessed its own traditional Marshallese Outrigger Sailing Canoe. Just before the blessing was due to commence, the heavens opened up with a downpour. But, according to Marshallese legend, this was … Read More.
The administration of the City & County of Honolulu has been repeatedly criticized in the local media for cost overruns and change orders during the construction of the Central Oahu Regional Park, the second phase of which is now open. … Read More.
Our guests in Waikiki have been buzzing about the brand new, guest-oriented in-room television channels running in Outrigger and OHANA hotels. On-screen hosts, Billy V and Lissa Wilson, introduce viewers to the best sights, tastes and activities in Hawaii.A total … Read More.
The Wailea Marriott, an Outrigger Resort recognized its Alaka’i (Leader) of the Quarter at the Alaka’i Pa’ina (Leader Celebration) held on Tuesday, January 29, at the Voyagers Club. Alaka’i are encouraged to portray, teach and support others using the values … Read More.
On January 31, after 17 years as a member of the ‘ohana, Outrigger Hotels & Resorts bid a fond aloha to the OHANA Waikiki Hobron Hotel. In 2001, Odakyu, the owner of the Hobron sold the hotel to Oaktree Ltd. … Read More.
February 8 marked the second month anniversary of the destructive onslaught of Super Typhoon Pongsana. Much has occurred during this time. The Outrigger Guam Resort, OHANA Oceanview Guam and OHANA Bayview Guam did not close for business following the typhoon. … Read More.
As the situation in the Middle East becomes more complicated and ominous every day, it looks very much as though there will be some sort of armed conflict in Iraq unless something unexpected happens in the next couple of weeks. … Read More.
Excellent service, winning smiles and can-do attitudes are common at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott, an Outrigger Resort (OWB), but some crewmembers just shine a little brighter. Such is the case with our recent Maika’i Award Winners: Sandra Greenwell, Tommy Segovia, … Read More.
