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.
(Part one of a three-part series) This past June, Marsha Kapu and I traveled to Australia and New Zealand for training, and I had the opportunity to meet our newest family at the Te Tiare Beach Resort in Huahine, French … Read More.
A Very Successful Blood Drive at the Outrigger Reef! On Thursday, July 22, Outrigger/OHANA employees continued their commitment to Hawaii’s Community Blood Program by donating 40 pints of blood. As a Lifesaver Club, we are one of many clubs that … Read More.
I join Human Resources in welcoming two new members to Outrigger’s ‘ohana who have taken up senior roles at the spectacular Outrigger at Clearwater Resort near Christchurch on New Zealand’s South Island. Robert Kenny has been appointed General Manager of … Read More.
On behalf of Outrigger Hotels & Resorts we salute our 2004 2nd quarter Years of Service Honorees for all their dedication and hard work. Outrigger Hotels & Resorts appreciates their dedication and loyalty. Celebrating this special milestone are: 35 Years … Read More.
Yesterday, Blackstone Real Estate Advisors became the new owner of Outrigger’s properties at Wailea and Waikoloa, and Marriott International, Inc. took over management of those facilities. It is a time for sadness, pride, rejoicing, and reflection. I am sad because … Read More.
Every now and then in the hotel industry you have the pleasure to meet some special people. The staff at the Cairns Resort by Outrigger recently had the opportunity to meet a very special person — Mr. Perry Cross. He … Read More.
The newest addition to the Outrigger Waikiki’s (OWK) award-winning Kalakaua Experience is a workshop on ‘Reiki,’ the art of energy healing. Invoking the ancient knowledge of Japanese healers, Reiki, meaning “universal life force energy,” relieves stress and restores balance and … Read More.
Friends and coworkers gathered to bid long-time employee Lisa Chung a happy retirement after 20 years of dedicated service to Outrigger Hotels & Resorts. David Carey, Perry Sorenson, Barry Wallace, Dr. Chuck Kelley, Bill Brown, and Chuck Shishido were on … Read More.
It started out like just another fun tradewind sail for the First Mate and Captain of the Outrigger Catamaran. This was the third, 90-minute cruise of the day, and like all others before, they went through the standard routine to … Read More.
The Ohana Keauhou Beach Resort welcomes Gary Correia as Guest Services Manager for the OHANA Keauhou Beach Resort (KBR). Gary will be responsible for overseeing the Front Desk, Reservations, PBX, and Bell/Valet operations. Gary recently moved to the Big Island … Read More.
