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 CHUCK SHISHIDO — The Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach (OWK) has been honored by TravelAge West, the leading travel industry trade publication in the western United States, with a prestigious WAVE (Western Agents’ Votes of Excellence) Award as “Best … Read More.
BY GAY SHINBARA — On November 29, the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach was host to 13 very special O‘ahu-based Outrigger Hospitality Specialist travel agents for a site inspection and reception. Many of our local travel agents in Hawai‘i handle … Read More.
BY BURTON KONG — The beauty of the newly renovated Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach was showcased to more than 190 guests at an October 11 poolside party that was held to thank Pacific Business Connection member companies and Japanese … Read More.
BY RENEE TAKAI — Last month, Dave Lee, Debbie Akau and I were in China for the production of sofa sleepers and guestroom chairs soon to be in the rooms at the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach. Our purpose was … Read More.
Outrigger Spreads Easter Joy to Military Families BY NANCY DANIELS — This past Easter was made a little brighter for some deserving military families thanks to Outrigger Easter Bunnies working together with community groups. Military Liaison Mildred Courtney was joined … Read More.
BY PEGGY CHASTEEN AND DEBBIE AKAU — March 5 was the official start date of the renovation of the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach. Well underway, by the beginning of July, here’s what guests can expect to experience: Read More.
BY DR. RICHARD KELLEY — The hospitality industry is always full of surprises, and recent events at several of our Hawai‘i properties have once again reminded us that we can never be complacent. This time, the surprises were mostly weather-related, … Read More.
By Kathy Hansberry & Denise Torres Chinese New Year is celebrated around the world, including here in Hawai‘i. Its purpose is to honor Heaven and Earth, family ancestors and gods, and to bring good luck for the coming year. Today, … Read More.
By Ethan Chang On December 19, the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach welcomed the Mililani High School Chorus group to their Lobby, where they entertained both employees and guests with their renditions of Christmas favorites. Every year, these talented youths … Read More.
By Nancy Daniels Hundreds of visitors and residents were on hand last weekend to welcome Santa Claus as he paddled ashore in front of the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach. Well, it was actually the beachboys of UV Rays who … Read More.
