May 2—15, 2013 Volume XIII, No. 9 AlohaBus Tours to End as Gray Line Hawai‘i/Polynesian Adventure Tours Transitions to New Tours

Gray Line Hawai‘i/Polynesian Adventure Tours, Hawai‘i’s largest tour company, has announced that it will offer three new tours on O‘ahu on its fleet of seven open-air double decker tour buses beginning May 10, 2013. The tour operator also announced that it will phase out its existing AlohaBus tours beginning today, as it transitions the current buses to Gray Line Hawai‘i branded Double Decker Tour buses.

“The new tours on our open-air double decker buses will better enhance the island tour experience for the hundreds of thousands of customers and visitors to Hawai‘i that we serve every year,” said Gray Line Hawaii/Polynesian Adventure Tours Managing Director Brandon Briggs. “Visitors to our islands want to see more of what we have to offer, and these three new tours will take them to many of O‘ahu’s most treasured landmarks and historic places.”

Holders of current AlohaBus passes will be able to use them for Gray Line Hawai‘i double decker bus tours until December 31, 2013. All reservations booked on AlohaBus prior to April 26, 2013 can be exchanged for the new Gray Line Hawai‘i double decker tours or refunded in full. For more information about existing reservations, please call (808) 664-1850.

South Shore Sea Cliffs Adventure Tour This tour offers unparalleled views along the sea cliffs and coastline of O’ahu; from Hanauma Bay and Sandy Beach to Makapu‘u. The open views and gusts of ocean breeze you can experience are simply spectacular. On clear days, the islands of Moloka‘i, Lāna‘i and even Maui are visible and unobstructed atop these double deckers. Leaving from Waikīkī at 10:30 a.m. daily, this tour takes riders past the historic Diamond Head Crater, through Kahala, and out to Hanauma Bay with a lunch stop at Sea Life Park before returning back in to Waikiki at 2:30 p.m. If you’re lucky, you may even spot a whale or two during the winter months. An upgraded package is also available for visitors who want to pet, feed and experience the dolphins up close at Sea Life Park!

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Inside this issue:

1-2 AlohaBus Tours to end as Gray Line Hawai‘i / Polynesian Adventure 10 Hawaiian increases American Samoa service for summer Tours transitions to new tours 11 2013 Annual Meeting 3 Halekulani Living presents acclaimed author Yunte Huang 12 Star of Honolulu’s Mother’s Day Brunch & Champagne Cruise 3 SpaHalekulani has a special promotion available May 11 & 12 12 Waikīkī Hula Show at the Kūhiō Beach Hula Mound 4 WHITETAG. opens at Royal Hawaiian Center 4 Nalu Storage celebrates grand opening at Royal Hawaiian Center, May 7 Attachments 5 Hilton Grand Vacations to open kiosk at Royal Hawaiian Center Concert on the Lawn, May 11 6 Mother’s Day Brunch at Tiki’s Grill & Bar HULAerobics, May 11 7 Too in love to wait? La Mer Mother’s Day Luncheon, May 12 7 Atlantis Navatek Cruises’ Mothers Day Cruise aboard Navatek Tiki’s Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet, May 12 8 Treat mom to a 3-course feast this Mother’s ay at Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Outrigger’s Weekly Events & Promotions, May 5 – 11 by Wolfgang Zwiener at the Royal Hawaiian Center We Salute You! 9 Hard Rock Care Honolulu celebrates National Burger Month this May Outrigger’s Weekly Events & Promotions, May 12 – 18 10 Aqua Hospitality announces promotions in its Information Technology Waikīkī Beach Clean-up! June 8

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Downtown Honolulu & Shopping Tour The perfect tour for guests who want to visit popular historic visitor attractions and restaurants as well as have easy access to some of the best shopping locations just outside of Waikīkī. The tour buses leave Waikīkī daily at 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 12:30 p.m., and offers drop-offs near Kapi‘olani Boulevard and Ke‘eaumoku Street for shopping at Ala Moana Center, Walmart, Ross and Don Quijote. Next stop is at Ward Entertainment Center and Ward Gateway Center, then heads past Thomas Square Park, the Hawai‘i State Capitol building and Washington Place before venturing into Downtown Honolulu for guests wanting to explore the many shops, restaurants and art galleries in the trendy Arts District and Chinatown. The last stop features ‘Iolani Palace, Mission House Museum, Honolulu Hale and the King Kamehameha Statue.

Pearl Harbor & Honolulu City Highlights Tour This tour allows guests to experience Pearl Harbor and the Punchbowl Cemetery in a whole new way. As the most popular visitor attraction on O‘ahu, many guests have visited the historic National Park many times, but this is the first time that the tour will be available on an open-air Double Decker bus. From Waikīkī, the tour will head along Ala Moana Boulevard and the waterfront at Aloha Tower Marketplace, venture through Downtown Honolulu driving past ‘Iolani Palace and the King Kamehameha Statue, then head up and into Punchbowl Crater. The open- air views of Punchbowl are a truly amazing experience, as well as the views of Waikiki before continuing on to Pearl Harbor National Historic Parks and the Arizona Memorial.

Reservations for tours can be made online at www.polyad.com, through any concierge or travel desk in Hawaii, or by calling (808) 833-3000.

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HOUSE WITHOUT A KEY’S LITERARY HISTORY: HALEKULANI LIVING PRESENTS ACCLAIMED AUTHOR YUNTE HUANG

Halekulani, celebrated for its personalized service, masterful cuisine and innovative hospitality, presents a unique Halekulani Living event at House Without A Key on May 18. For generations in Hawaii, the legendary outdoor gathering spot has been known for its unforgettable sunset, nightly Hawaiian entertainment and signature Mai Tais, however, many are unfamiliar with its rich historical connection to Earl Derr Biggers’ inspiration at Halekulani for the famous literary detective, Charlie Chan.

What role did Halekulani have in inspiring the book?

On Saturday May 18 at 4:00 pm, guests are invited to join nationally acclaimed author Yunte Huang, who details this rich history and cultural impact in his award-winning book Charlie Chan: The Untold Story of the Honorable Detective. Guests of the event will receive a copy of the bestseller, which has garnered multiple national awards and accolades, including honors from the New York Times and Los Angeles Times.

Cost to attend is $40, including light refreshments; event proceeds to benefit the Hawaii Book and Music Festival. For reservations, please contact Halekulani Dining Reservations at (808) 923-2311.

Since 2006, Halekulani Living has provided guests and locals with unparalleled, immersive, authentic and memorable experiences, catering to distinct interests and cultural desires of Halekulani’s guests and patrons.

SpaHalekulani has a special promotion available May 11 & 12

Treat yourself to a Relaxing Massage combined with your choice of either a Nourishing Facial or Spa Manicure & Soothing Foot Paraffin.

After your treatment, enjoy complimentary Tea & Pastries on the Spa Terrace.

Price: $249. Duration: 2 hours.

You may book a reservation by calling the spa directly at (808) 931-5322, or emailing at [email protected].

Complimentary valet parking with validation.

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WHITETAG. OPENS AT ROYAL HAWAIIAN CENTER

Waikīkī’s newest boutique featuring a distinctive collection of coveted fashion for women and men, created by internationally renowned designers – is giving shoppers a sneak peek of what’s to come with a “preview store” that is now open on level 1 of Building B at Royal Hawaiian Center. A larger selection of high-quality merchandise will be available in late July when WHITETAG. opens its flagship location at the Center on the same level in Building A.

“We are extremely excited to welcome the very first WHITETAG. store to Royal Hawaiian Center,” said Marleen ‘Ākau, general manager. “The boutique’s refined and stylish offerings will be highly appealing to residents and visitors, especially with the Japan and Korea markets.”

WHITETAG.’s preview store showcases contemporary Spring/Summer collections including the simple yet sophisticated lines by Vince (New York), handprinted shirts by Rxmance (San Diego), timeless denim with a modern flair by Current/Elliott (Los Angeles), as well as forward-thinking and playful silhouettes and shoes by Opening Ceremony (New York). Many of these designers are sought-after by mainstream celebrities who have been spotted sporting their looks.

“Our vision is to provide clients with an unparalleled shopping experience that is unique to Waikīkī,” said manager Kenkichi Hase. “Royal Hawaiian Center’s location puts us in the heart of it all.”

When the store moves to its flagship location in Building A at Royal Hawaiian Center in July, it plans to feature Fall/Winter fashion and an enhanced lineup of designers such as Repetto (Paris), established in 1947 and revered for its professional ballerina shoes, and Duvetica (Italy), renowned for its high-quality, fashionable outerwear.

WHITETAG. is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. For more information, please call (808) 445-2223.

For information on Royal Hawaiian Center, visit our new website at www.RoyalHawaiianCenter.com or call Lei ‘Ohu Guest Services at (808) 922-2299. Follow Royal Hawaiian Center on Instagram @RoyalHwnCtr, Twitter @RoyalHwnCtr, or “Like” us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/RoyalHawaiianCenter.

NALU STORAGE CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING AT ROYAL HAWAIIAN CENTER, TUESDAY MAY 7

WHAT: Nalu Storage, a convenient surfboard and SUP storage operation, is celebrating its grand opening at Royal Hawaiian Center on Tuesday, May 7.

A traditional Hawaiian blessing by Kahu Dennis Salas of Hope Chapel Waikiki will be followed by short remarks by owner Maurie Feldberg.

Storage locker reservations can be made online at nalustorage.com. Surfers will have 24-hour access to the lockers. Lockers are available for $35 per month for an annual payment plan or $40 per month for a bi-annual payment plan. Payment and renewals can be made easily through a secure online application.

WHO: Maurie Feldberg, along with several current renters, will be available for media interviews.

WHEN: Tuesday, May 7 – 10:30 a.m.

WHERE: Roy Hawaiian Center – Nalu Storage (level 1 of Building C, in the walkway next to The Cheesecake Factory)

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HILTON GRAND VACATIONS TO OPEN KIOSK AT ROYAL HAWAIIAN CENTER

Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV) will be opening a kiosk at Royal Hawaiian Center on Tuesday, April 30 to promote its range of luxury vacation ownership resorts in Hawai‘i along with special O‘ahu tours and activities. The Tours & Activities by Hilton Grand Vacations kiosk is located on level 1 of Building C between bebe and The Apple Store.

“We are excited to welcome Hilton Grand Vacations to Royal Hawaiian Center,” said Marleen ‘Ākau, general manager. “It’s a pleasure to have the Hilton name added to our roster of quality offerings for Waikīkī’s visitors.”

In addition to arranging appointments for visitors to learn more about vacation ownership opportunities, HGV’s knowledgeable concierge team will also assist visitors in booking tours and activities, with restaurant recommendations and reservations, as well as offer suggestions on how guests can spend their time on the island.

“We are pleased to announce the opening of our new Tours & Activities desk at Royal Hawaiian Center in Waikīkī,” said Derek Kanoa, vice president of regional sales for Hilton Grand Vacations. “As customers will be able to make reservations and book activities at this desk, we feel it will provide added value to the customer experience at Royal Hawaiian Center.”

Hilton Grand Vacations currently has five resorts in Hawai‘i, with three properties in O‘ahu at the Hilton Hawaiian Village® Waikiki Beach Resort, including the award-winning Grand Waikikian by Hilton Grand Vacations Club in Honolulu, as well as two resorts at Waikoloa Beach Resort on Hawai‘i, the Big Island. The company’s newest resort, Hokulani Waikiki by Hilton Grand Vacations Club in Honolulu, will be located at Waikiki Beach Walk® and is slated to open late 2013.

Hilton Grand Vacations will be open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. For more information, please call (808) 921-8020.

For information on Royal Hawaiian Center, visit our new website at www.RoyalHawaiianCenter.com or call Lei ‘Ohu Guest Services at (808) 922-2299. Follow Royal Hawaiian Center on Instagram @RoyalHwnCtr, Twitter @RoyalHwnCtr, or “Like” us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/RoyalHawaiianCenter.

PARKING: Royal Hawaiian Center has the largest parking garage in the heart of Waikīkī with 10 levels of parking and more than 600 stalls. The entrance is located up a parking ramp as you enter the Center on the right side of Royal Hawaiian Avenue.

The Center’s validated parking promotion offers 1 hour free parking with validation and $1 per hour for the next 3 hours for a maximum of 4 hours. After 4 hours, standard parking rates apply of $6 per hour. Special event parking validation rates are available at $5.

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MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH AT TIKI’S GRILL & BAR

WHO: Mom, Tutu, Ohana

WHAT: Mother’s Day Brunch and Free Valet Parking

WHEN: Sunday May 12th 2013 from 9:30 PM - 2:00 PM

WHERE: Tiki’s Grill & Bar - 2570 Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki, offering FREE validated valet parking

MENU& TICKETS: $32 Adults, $16 Keiki (Ages 5-12) & FREE (Keiki under 5) Mother's Day Brunch at Tiki's

A mother’s day brunch that is sure to be a treat for your mother or tutu, will be held at Tiki’s Grill & Bar on Sunday May 12th 2013 from 9:30 AM until 2:00 PM. What could be a better way to say mahalo nui loa mom, for all you’ve done for me than with a delicious breakfast, stunning ocean views and not to mention, the very- entertaining strolling musician duo: Sonny Kapu and his beautiful mother. For a sneak peak of what’s in store, click on the link: Sonny Kapu Sneak Peek

Executive Chef Ronnie Nasuti has prepared a special menu for mothers with varying tastes to include: All You Can Eat Snow Crab Legs, Red Velvet Waffles, “Build Your Own” Omelet Station, Hand Carved Salt Crusted Prime Rib, Pancake, and French Toast Bar as well as a Poke Bar. Additional hot items featured include: Crab Eggs Benedict and Macadamia Nut Mahi Mahi with Lemongrass Beurre Blanc, to name a few. Other cold items to be featured include: Nalo Farms Mixed Greens, Season Fruits and House Made Kim Chee. Executive Chef Ronnie Nasuti states, “I call my mom on Mother’s Day to let her know how many guests we serve and she always tells me how proud she is that my team and I were able to create a special experience for so many amazing mothers. It’s a good feeling to know that all the hard work that goes into a great brunch is appreciated by many mothers and grand- mothers alike.”

Tiki’s looks forward to making a memorable Mother’s Day brunch for you and your ohana. Reservations are encouraged and can be made online at www.tikisgrill.com or by calling (808) 923-8454.

Tiki’s Grill & Bar features a South Pacific ambiance with a casual island theme and is located on the second floor of the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel at 2570 Kalakaua Avenue.

Open since 2002, the 10,000 square foot restaurant seats 366 people. Tiki’s Grill & Bar, open from 10:30 a.m. to midnight, serves lunch and dinner, and is a popular venue for nightly island entertainment.

Free validated valet parking is available.

Hawaiian Diacritical Marks

Waikīkī Improvement Association recognizes the use of diacritical marks (i.e., glottal stop (‘), macron (ā) in place names of Hawai‘i, such as Waikīkī and Kalākaua Avenue and will include them whenever possible. We also respect the individual use (or not) of these markings for names of organizations and businesses.

There will also be times when we may not have a chance to add or change the markings in all of the articles submitted and when that happens, e kala mai.

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TOO IN LOVE TO WAIT? Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa’s promotion for short-term planners.

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa announces the ultimate in wedding promotions for those who are simply too in love to wait. Newly engaged or those looking to get married before the end of the year may take advantage of the Wedding Special at Hyatt which features menus from local and regional farms, breweries, bakers, and cheese makers as well as seven incredible incentives including enough passport points to spend the honeymoon at any Hyatt hotel. The offer is available only to those who book and hold their wedding before December 31, 2013 with a minimum contracted food and beverage of $10,000. Details are available by calling (808) 237-6230.

We are seeing that couples have learned to be more creative after the last few years of the recession and that the trend has grown from planning enormous over-the- top weddings that take three years to finalize to more toned-down weddings that celebrate a refined sense of style and taste. By creating a more locally sourced menu we are able to assure the flavor and talent that our Hyatt chefs bring to our tables also provides the bride and groom with that luxury they want without having to wait for more than a year to actually get married,” says Michele Ganiko, wedding manager at Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa.

Additionally, an incredible list of exclusive Hyatt benefits is provided to the couple. These include triple Hyatt Gold Passport points which may be used to exchange for room nights at any Hyatt hotel; waived ceremony fee; complimentary amenity for the bride and groom; complimentary suite upgrade for the parents; complimentary ocean view suite on the night of the wedding; complimentary guest self-parking; and, 20% off one Na Ho’ola Spa treatment and complimentary enrollment in the spa Kama’aina membership program. To find out more about Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa or this special offer, please visit waikiki.hyatt.com.

Atlantis Navatek Cruises’ Mother’s Day Cruise Aboard Navatek

Who: Atlantis Navatek Cruises

What: Mother’s Day Cruise Aboard Navatek

When: Sunday, May 12, 2013, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Where: Navatek leaves Pier 6, Aloha Tower Marketplace, and cruises along the Waikiki and East Oahu shoreline.

Treat mom to a relaxing evening at sea for Mother's Day featuring dinner and entertainment aboard the Navatek, Hawaii's smoothest cruise experience. Atlantis Navatek Cruises invites families to make Mother's Day special for mom with a delicious buffet dinner featuring Prime Rib on the lower deck, or an elegant five-course dinner on the upper deck including Roasted Tenderloin of Beef and Lobster. In addition, every mom on board will receive a complimentary rose from Atlantis Adventures.

Cost: Sunset Dinner Cruise (Lower Deck, Sunset Room), Adults: $99.00/Children (7-12) $55.65 Kamaaina rates are available.

Royal Sunset Dinner Cruise (Upper Deck, Diamond Head Room). Adults: $129.00/Children (7-12) $72.45 Kamaaina rates are available.

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TREAT MOM TO A 3-COURSE FEAST THIS MOTHER’S DAY AT WOLFGANG’S STEAKHOUSE BY WOLFGANG ZWIENER AT THE ROYAL HAWAIIAN CENTER IN WAIKIKI

If mom is a steak lover, there is no better place to bring her for Mother’s Day than WOLFGANG’S STEAKHOUSE BY WOLFGANG ZWIENER at the Royal Hawaiian Center in Waikiki.

“We are offering a wonderful three-course set menu featuring Executive Chef James Donohue’s delicious Petit Filet Au Poivre,” said Bill Nickerson, General Manager. “We’ve become a Mother’s Day tradition over the years, so we look forward to celebrating all the moms on this special day.”

WOLFGANG’S MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL $59.95

Sunday, May 12, 2013

11:00 a.m.~10:00 p.m.

Royal Hawaiian Center, Bldg. C, Level 3

Info/Reservations: (808) 922-3600 or www.opentable.com

APPETIZER Choice of Jumbo Lump Crabcake, Sizzling Bacon, Caesar Salad, or a Beverly Hills Chopped Salad

ENTREE Petite Filet w/Au Poivre Sauce and Garlic Mashed Potatoes

DESSERT Junior’s NY Cheesecake with a Jumbo Strawberry

Our regular weekend brunch, lunch and dinner menus will also be available.

Gift cards also available in any denomination. Reservations are highly recommended, as this is always a sell-out.

Wolfgang's Steakhouse’s regular hours are Sunday through Thursday, 11:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., and Friday/Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.

We offer lunch, happy hour and dinner daily, as well as an excellent weekend brunch menu on Saturday and Sunday.

Royal Hawaiian Center offers the best parking promotion in Waikiki! The first hour of parking is free, then $1 per hour for the next three hours, with validation. Regular rates apply after the fourth hour.

For more information, please visit www.wolfgangssteakhouse.net.

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HARD ROCK CAFE HONOLULU CELEBRATES NATIONAL BURGER MONTH THIS MAY

Bite a Legendary™ Burger, Snap a Picture, Post it Socially and Win a Trip to Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Punta Cana Every Day in May

The hamburger has long been considered America’s unofficial food, and since its founding by two Americans in London more than 40 years ago, Hard Rock Cafe has served as a burger ambassador – bringing its “Legendary” selection of delectable American burgers to 57 countries around the world.

To celebrate National Burger Month this May, Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu will be highlighting its most popular “Legendary” local burger, The Surf Burger, in which $1.00 of each burger sold benefits AccesSurf, a local non- profit charity that empowers people with disabilities to enjoy the ocean in a safe and barrier free environment. The Surf Burger includes a juicy 10oz certified Angus beef patty, topped with blue cheese crumbles, caramelized onions, grilled pineapple chunks and bacon, which is served on a toasted Hawaiian sweet roll.

“Bite it, Snap it, Post it, Win it” Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu is also giving fans a chance to celebrate National Burger Month with a beach getaway to the all-inclusive Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Punta Cana. Starting on Wednesday, May 1, 2013, and continuing every day until Friday, May 31, 2013, fans who take a picture of themselves with a Hard Rock Legendary Burger at Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu and post via Twitter or Instagram using the hashtag #hardrockburger or upload it to www.hardrockburger.com will be entered to win a four-day, three-night stay at the all-inclusive Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Punta Cana.*

Simply Legendary Just like the artists whose memorabilia lines the walls at Hard Rocks worldwide, the burgers Hard Rock Cafe has served for more than four decades are nothing short of “Legendary.” The Hard Rock Cafe menu features more than 10 Legendary™ Burger offerings – all featuring 10 ounces of Certified Angus Beef, fresh ingredients, savory sauces and rich, melty cheeses.

What: Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu Celebrates National Burger Month

When: Wednesday, May 1, 2013 through Friday, May 31, 2013

Where: Hard Rock Cafe Honolulu 280 Beachwalk Avenue, Honolulu, Hawaii (808) 955-7383

For additional information on Hard Rock’s Legendary™ Burger options and the “Bite it, Snap it, Post it, Win it” promotion, please visit www.hardrockburger.com or follow Hard Rock on Twitter @HARDROCK.

*NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT NECESSARY. Must be 21 or older and a lawful, permanent resident of, and physically located in, the fifty (50) United States or DC. Starts May 1st and ends May 31st, 2013. Each daily period starts 11:00:00 a.m. ET and ends 11:59:59 p.m. See www.hardrockburger.com for official rules, entry, prize and other details. Void where prohibited. Sponsored by Hard Rock Cafe International (USA), Inc.

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AQUA HOSPITALITY ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS IN ITS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT

Aqua Hospitalitysm(www.aquahospitality.com), Hawaii's leading hotel management company, has announced two promotions in its Information Technology (IT) department.

"Aqua Hospitality has built our reputation on superior service to our guests and our information systems are the critical element 'behind the magic curtain' that enable our associates to anticipate and deliver all those aloha moments," commented William Farnsworth, chief financial officer for Aqua Hospitality.

The promotions include:

D ennis Hall, Corporate Director of IT Dennis Hall has been promoted to corporate director of IT and will oversee a team that is responsible for supporting all computer systems at Aqua's Home Office, as well as at all of their hotels throughout Hawaii.

Dennis has been with Aqua since 2006 and was most recently manager of IT.Prior to joining Aqua's team, Hall was a network specialist with Affordable Home Furnishings in Louisiana, where he maintained the networks and servers for 24 retail furniture stores. Dennis also worked for the Lafayette Parish School System, working with Title 1 schools as a computer technician.

Paul Yuen, Manager of IT Paul Yuen has been promoted to manager of IT and will work closely with Hall in running Aqua's IT department. Yuen joined Aqua's team in September 2011 and was most recently network administrator.

Prior to working with Aqua, Yuen worked for Integration Technologies as a network administrator focusing on small business IT solutions. He also served as a managing engineer for etechs Hawaii where he maintained IT solutions for clients such as Hawaii Laborers Training Union, Maui Federal Credit Union and Honolulu Medical Group. Yuen has an associates degree from Heald College and multiple IT certifications including Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), Microsoft Systems Engineer (MCSE) and Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS).

Hawaiian Increases American Samoa Service for Summer Third Weekly Flight to Operate June 19 – August 21

Hawaiian Airlines has announced its expanded flight schedule to accommodate increased demand for travel between Honolulu and Pago Pago during the summer with the addition of a third flight per week between the two cities starting June 19. The seasonal third flight will operate on Wednesdays through August 21, 2013.

In addition, Hawaiian announced that its Thursday flight between Honolulu and Pago Pago will operate on Fridays from June 21 through August 16, which will give Pago Pago service on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for the summer season.

For the summer period, Hawaiian Flight 1465 will depart from Honolulu on Wednesdays at 4:40 p.m. and arrive in Pago Pago at 9:20 p.m. The return Flight 1466 will depart Pago Pago Wednesdays at 11:20 p.m. and arrive in Honolulu at 5:40 a.m. the following morning.

Hawaiian’s Flight 465 / 466 round trip, currently operated on Mondays and Thursdays, will operate Mondays and Fridays at the same times as Flight 1465 / 1466 for the summer season.

Reservations can be made online at HawaiianAirlines.com, through any professional travel agent, or by calling Hawaiian toll-free at 1-800-367-5320.

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STAR OF HONOLULU'S MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH & CHAMPAGNE CRUISE

Date / Time: May 12, 2013 / 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Location: Star of Honolulu departs from Aloha Tower Marketplace, Pier 8

Treat Mom to a relaxing Mother's Day in paradise, aboard the Star of Honolulu! The "Mother's Day Brunch & Champagne Cruise" features an 'ono Taste of Hawaii buffet with roast beef carved onboard and champagne toast, opportunity for Moms to win DOOR PRIZES including shopping gift cards, rose bouquets and more, live Hawaiian entertainment and fun hands-on cultural activities like lei making and hula lessons.

For reservations or more information, please call (808) 983-STAR (7827) or visit www.starofhonolulu.com. $63.00 adult, $38.00 child (3-11)

Kama'aina / Military Rate: $51.03 adult, $30.78 keiki (3-11)

Waikīkī Hula Show at the Kūhiō Beach Hula Mound

Kūhiō Beach Hula Show – May 2012 Week-ends Show time is 6:30 pm Sat May 4 – Shirley Recca and Halau Hula O Namakahulali Authentic Hawaiian music and hula shows by Hawai‘i’s finest hālau hula (dance troupes) and Sun May 5 – Leimomi Ho and Keali'ika'apunihonua Hawaiian performers. Ke'ena A'o Hula

Opens with torch lighting and traditional blowing of Sat May 11 – Coline Aiu and Halau Hula O Maiki conch shell. Tues-Thurs-Sat-Sun, weather-permitting. 6:30-7:30 p.m. (6:00-7:00 p.m. Nov-Dec-Jan) at the Sun May 12 – Special Show for Mele Mei (Music Kūhiō Beach Hula Mound, diagonally across from Month) Music & Hula Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach hotel at Uluniu & Kalākaua Ave.

Outdoors, casual, seating on the grass; beach chairs, mats, etc. okay. Cameras welcome. Presented by Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach, Hawaii Tourism Authority, City & County of Honolulu and Waikīkī Improvement Association.

For information, call 843-8002.

Week-nights

Every Tuesday – Ainsley Halemanu and Hula Halau Ka Liko O Ka Palai

Every Thursday – Joan "Aunty Pudgie" Young and Puamelia

P age 12, May 2—15, 2013 Page 12 Waikīkī Wikiwiki Wire Street activity in / near Waikīkī (courtesy of the City)

May 11, 2013 Saturday FILIPINO PARADE & FIESTA sponsored by Filipino Community 9:00AM Starts (FilCom) Center of Hawaii. The event is expected to have 500 marchers, 11:00AM Ends 5 vehicles, 5 floats, & 5 bands. It will start at Ft. DeRussy, to Kalakaua Ave., to Monsarrat Ave., end at Waikiki Shell Parking Lot in Queen Kapiolani Park. Fiesta will be in Queen Kapiolani Park.

Contact: Jay Raymundo 398-6037 E-mail: [email protected]

May 12, 2013 Sunday HONOLULU EKIDEN RELAY sponsored by Honolulu Ekiden Foundation. The 5:00AM Starts event is expected to have 2,000+ runners. It will start at Kapiolani Park., at 1:00PM Ends Monsarrat Ave., to Paki Ave., to Diamond Hd. Rd., to 18th Ave., to Kilauea Ave., to Waialae Ave., to Kalanianaole Hwy., to Sandy Beach Park turnaround, ewa bound on Kalanianaole Hwy., to Kilauea Ave., to Makapuu Ave., to Diamond Head Rd., to end at Monsarrat Ave. Roadways closed for runners (1-2 lanes closed): 1) H-1 Freeway closed at Waialae Ave. on-ramp to Aina Koa Ave., 2) Kalanianaole Hwy., makai half (2-lanes), from Aina Koa Ave. to Keahole St., 3) Kalanianaole Hwy., makai lane closed, from Keahole St. to Kealahou St.

Contact: Stanley Kim 779-7101, Fax: 596-9533 E-mail: [email protected] or Takuma Taira or Susumu Tsutsuki Hotline: 808-792-9676

For more info, visit their website: www.hnlekiden.com or www.hnlekiden.jp

2250 Kalākaua Avenue, Suite 405-2, Honolulu, HI 96815

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Mother’s Day Luncheon … May12, 2013 3seatings: 11:00am, 12:00noon, 12:45pm

KampachiCarpacciowithSpicedPapayaCompoteandSalmon Roe Carpacciodekampachi,compotedepapayaépicée,œufsde saumon ˜™ WhiteAsparagus SoupwithAlaskanKing Crab Veloutéd’asperges blanches, amiètédecrabe ˜™ “Bouillabaisse” aFrenchClassicStewprepared withHawaiian Seafood Bouillabaisse descôtes d’Hawaii or RoastedBeefStriploinwithBéarnaiseSauceandSpring Vegetables Côtedebœufbraisé,saucebéarnaise,garnitureen cocotte ˜™ MilkChocolateandSourCherries withCandiedHibiscus Leaf andGoldenAssamSponge Chocolatau lait etgriotteavecfeuilles d’hibiscus, confitesetbiscuitauthé “Golden Assam” ˜™ Mignardises

$79.00 Applicable excisetaxandgratuityarenot included

AlcoholFreeSelections

Pilar A refreshingblend of fresh mint, applejuiceandgingerale

Chang Apana Islandfreshwatermelon with ateaspoon ofvirginoliveoil andgratedpepper

$18.00

Champagne & Frizzante Selections

Billecart-Salmon‘‘ExtraBrut’’ $28.00 In abrisk,very dry style with delicate floral andmineralnotes

Henriot,BrutRosé $32.00 Crafted in a dry, radiantstyle with resoundingberryandredcherryflavors

Heidsieck-Monopole,Brut $16.00 Medium-bodied and drywith hints of goldenapples, brioche

ElioPerrone‘‘Bigaro,’’Rose,2011 $11.00 Medium–sweet with flavors of strawberries and watermelon in a “frizzante’’ style

WeeklyEvents&Promotions May5-11,2013

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Please join the Waikiki Ohana Workforce of the Waikiki Improvement Association for a Waikiki Beach Clean-up!

Continental Breakfast to be provided. Please RSVP @ - Validated Parking

7:00 am: Meet at the Duke Kahanamoku Statue in Kuhio Beach Park . (Transportation will be provided to other clean-up areas.) 9:00 am: Ends back at Kuhio Beach Park.

- Wear a company t-shirt and have a photo taken! - All are welcome! - RSVP 923-1094 ext. 6.

Our valuable sponsors: Hyatt Regency Waikiki, ABC Stores, Hilton Hawaiian Village, Enoa Corporation, Polynesian Adventure Tours, Royal Star Hawaii, BOMA Hawaii, DFS Hawaii, HPD-D6, Halekulani, Hawaiian Building Maintenance, International Market Place, Outrigger Enterprises, Pacific Beach Hotel, Sheraton Princess Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort, Waikiki Trade Center, New Otani Hotel, Moana Surfrider

Waikiki Improvement Association Phone: 808-923-1094 2250 Kalakaua Avenue, Suite 405-2 Fax: 808-923-2622 Honolulu, HI 96815 E-mail: [email protected]