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.
By Dr. Richard Kelley Each spring, hordes of students flock to Hawaii. The hotels fill up, local businesses get busy, and kama‘aina go to work. We love the opportunity to host these guests, and we appreciate their wonderful impact on … Read More.
By Luana Maitland If you’re in Waikiki for the weekend, stop by and enjoy the festivities. Employee Easter Basket Contest Friday, April 2 9 a.m. – noon Baskets on display in the front lobby Judges will be hotel guests and … Read More.
By Una Murray The upcoming launch of the new Meimei Nanny Service will offer families holidaying at FOR an extraordinary value and a genuine, personal connection to one of the world’s friendliest cultures. Read More.
By Marianne Thesken The Hawaii Hotel & Lodging Association’s Kauai Chapter held their 13th Annual Mālama Awards on March 23 at the Kaua‘i Lagoons. This award provides lodging properties on Kaua‘i an opportunity to honor exceptional service by an employee. … Read More.
By Pila Hanson This past week, Outrigger Enterprises Group held a lunch to honor twelve of our Supervisors who recently received their Certified Hospitality Supervisor (CHS) designation and one Supervisor who received her Certified Front Desk Manager (CFDM) designation, from … Read More.
By Dr. Richard Kelley The spirits of our country’s founding fathers must be watching in horror as our nation’s political leaders are attempting to ram through a drastic change in the way health care is delivered and paid for in … Read More.
By Nancy Daniels The Outrigger Reef on the Beach (ORF) water feature, while not exactly a wishing well, compels guests to toss a coin or two into its waters – perhaps wishing for a longer stay in Waikiki. After gathering … Read More.
By Bill Comstock The Outrigger Reef on the Beach (ORF) opened their new Canoe Hale (house) last weekend with a blessing attended by representatives of the Friends of Hōkūle‘a and Hawai‘iloa, Missions Houses Museum, Bishop Museum Association, as well as … Read More.
By Una Murray A celebration and recognition gathering began with a prayer by Tepola Natadra, followed by Resort Manager Leon Pink welcoming and thanking the vuvale (family) for their dedication, hard work, and ongoing commitment to the community. Read More.
