Category Archives: Dr. Kelley’s Weekly Briefing

The Times They Are a-Changin’

BY DR. RICHARD KELLEY — This week I was in Denver, Colorado, and, on my laptop computer, I watched and listened as David Carey, our president and chief executive officer, held a Web briefing for nearly 100 key members of … Read More.

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International Travel – 1 Billion Opportunities a Year! But the U.S. Is Missing the Boat!

BY DR. RICHARD KELLEY — While staying at the Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort recently, I had a chance to talk to many of our guests. They were a very diverse group, coming from all over the world – Japan, … Read More.

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Politics Snarls Travel & Tourism

BY DR. RICHARD KELLEY — The skies over the United States are not so friendly these days as more and more airline flights and their passengers are being delayed, allegedly as a result of the Federal Aviation Administration’s budget having … Read More.

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Thoughts on the Boston Bombing

BY DR. RICHARD KELLEY — As I write this article, I know that every member of our ‘ohana is deeply saddened by the horrific events that marred last Monday’s running of the Boston Marathon. We grieve for the three who … Read More.

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Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort Opens: A Great Beginning

BY DR. RICHARD KELLEY AND DR. CHUCK KELLEY — There was a great deal of excitement in Phuket, Thailand, this week as Outrigger Enterprises Group celebrated the opening of the luxurious Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort. Present at the celebration … Read More.

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A Life to be Celebrated

BY DR. RICHARD KELLEY — As our ‘ohana mourns the loss of longtime colleague Sandy Morrow Kresge, we also remember a life that was full and touched many others. Read More.

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Merrie Monarch Festival Celebrates 50 Years

BY DR. CHUCK KELLEY — This week, in Hilo, the Merrie Monarch Festival has been celebrating its 50th anniversary. Tickets were sold out for the celebration, featuring an arts and crafts fair, hula demonstrations, a grand parade through downtown Hilo … Read More.

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Exceptional Service Praised

BY DR. RICHARD KELLEY — I always am very pleased and proud when customers write or call to tell me about a special moment they have had at one of our properties, which now stretch halfway around the world. No … Read More.

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Outrigger Honors Kenneth Choo with Lifetime Achievement Award

BY DRS. CHUCK AND RICHARD KELLEY –  This week, many members of our ‘ohana gathered to bid aloha to Ken Choo, a veteran of our Information Technology (IT) Department. Ken’s time at Outrigger is a great story in several ways. … Read More.

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Hapalua Half Marathon: Running With the Champions!

DR. RICHARD KELLEY — Thanks to Dr. Jim Barahal, Honolulu now has an exciting new international running event with some distinctive features. Called the Hapalua, this half marathon offers opportunities for both visitors and residents and has great potential for … Read More.

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