Monthly Archives: January 2009

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A Sensational Opening in Waikiki

By Dr. Richard Kelley There will be lots of excitement in Waikiki next week as internationally renowned singer, songwriter, author and businessman Jimmy Buffett launches his latest restaurant and bar at the OHANA Waikiki Beachcomber.  Known as Jimmy Buffet’s at … Read More.

Outrigger Guam Resort Assists Local School with Fundraising Effort

By Charlene Goo In an effort to help local schools raise much-needed funds for materials and equipment, the Guam Telephone Authority initiated a “phonebook roundup” fundraising. Each participating school must collect and submit old phonebooks to GTA to be eligible … Read More.

Renew Your Romance This Valentine’s Day

By Luana Maitland and Teri Orton This Valentine’s Day, February 14, the Outrigger Reef on the Beach (ORF), Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach (OWK), and Embassy Suites® – Waikiki Beach Walk® (ESH) are offering guests a chance to renew their … Read More.

The Outrigger Reef on the Beach Celebrates Humpback Whale Awareness Month

By Luana Maitland Governor Linda Lingle and Lt. Governor James R. “Duke” Aiona Jr. have signed a proclamation declaring February “Humpback Whale Awareness Month” in Hawaii. The goal of Humpback Whale Awareness Month is to enhance public awareness of Hawaii’s … Read More.

Cost Shifting Distorts Health Care

By Dr. Richard Kelley In his inaugural address this week, President Barack Obama listed some of the major challenges our nation faces today and touched on a topic close to my heart when he said, “Health care costs too much.” … Read More.

2009 Outrigger Hotels Volleyball Invitational

By Kathy Hansberry The University of Hawaii Men’s Volleyball team proudly opened their regular season with the electrifying 15th Annual Outrigger Hotels Volleyball Invitational January 8 through January 10, 2009. Read More.

Celebrating the Year of the Ox

By Luana Maitland Kung Hee Fat Choy! Come and celebrate the “Year of the Ox” on Saturday, January 31, at the Outrigger Reef on the Beach (ORF) and the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach (OWK). Read More.

Musical Line-up at Waikiki Beach Walk® Includes Two Ukulele Virtuosos

By Nancy Daniels Outrigger Enterprises Group’s Sunday Showcase music series and Na Mele No Na Pua Kama‘aina Concert continues in February with another great line-up of island entertainment. Set to appear on February 22 are Jake Shimabukuro, who headlines the … Read More.

Outrigger Brings the Bula Spirit to the Community

By Darren Shaw As soon as the flood waters in Fiji had receded, staff and management from the Outrigger on the Lagoon – Fiji were out on the road making vital food drops to three local emergency centers, made possible … Read More.

Hawaii Legislators Face Great Challenges

By Dr. Richard Kelley The Hawaii State Legislature opens its new session this Wednesday, January 21. After the traditional ceremonies, flowers, and speeches, our legislators will have to confront the significant budget shortfall resulting from rapidly shrinking revenue projections. If … Read More.