Volume VIII, No. 33 Waikīkī Improvement Association Aug 16, 2007 — Aug 23, 2007

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New Ainahau Monument Dedicated

To the sound of Scottish pipes, the dedication of a plaque and monument marking the site of Princess Kaiulani’s famed Ainahau home took place this Thursday evening, August 16, 2007, at a “Garden Gathering and Ho‘okupu”. The plague and monument stands in a small park that is part of the Ainahau Vista Waikīkī Project. Ainahau Vista Waikīkī is a senior affordable rental project by the Hawai‘i Housing Development Corporation (HHDC), a private non-profit organization. HHDC dedicated the park and provided the space for the monument. Randy Moore, chair of HHDC, and Gary Furuta, the project manager, have supported commemorating the Princess since learning of the site’s history. Mitsunaga construction and their architect, Kazu Yato, donated the design and the building of the monument at no cost to the project. The plaque resulted from the devotion of Kristin Zambucka, the author of a biography of the Princess, and the generosity of her associates, Princess Regina Kawananakoa, Condesa Azria, Nora Meijide Gentry, Bruce McEwan and Ramona Harris. Ms. Zambucka designed the plaque and her associates contributed funds for its making. The monument and plaque, clearly visible from Ala Wai Boulevard, represent a major new addition to the landscape of Waikīkī, honoring its history and culture.

Inside this issue:

Beachwalk bypass project nearing completion 2 HTA board announces committee assignments 6

Outrigger honors Duke by supporting OceanFest 3 Hawai‘i Convention Center announces new hires 6

Aloha Airlines wins UH Warriors charters 4 HTH Corp. to assume operation of Pacific Beach Hotel 7

John Cruz in free Na Mele No Na Pua concert 5 HHV ends summer with special kama‘āina rate 9

HTA announces RFP for sporting events 5 Waikīkī Hula Show DAILY! 9

. . . and MORE Beachwalk bypass update: Project closing in on completion (from www.beachwalkbypass.com, August 9, 2007 update)

Work on the Beachwalk Wastewater Emergency Bypass project is about 80 percent complete. The emergency project began in May 2006, following a major break in a Waikiki wastewater line. Residents of Kaiolu Street, scene of that break, have seen their street return to normal. There is continuing construction at the makai pit on the corner of Kuhio Avenue and Kaiolu. Workers are building a 20-inch bypass that will serve as an important back-up line. Providing redundancy is the key to avoid a repeat of what happened in March of 2006 when officials were forced to divert 48 million gallons of wastewater into the Ala Wai Canal following a force main break in the aging line under Kaiolu. Contractors are also installing concrete walls in the makai pit and are building a fence around the mauka pit, near the Ala Wai Community Gardens and Ala Wai School. Workers have also been checking and servicing the 42-inch line that broke in March 2006 following 40 days of The concrete work in the makai pit will be followed by rain. installation of a catwalk system, ventilation and lighting. Once that work is complete, workers will cover that pit The new lines each run 1,100 feet under Kaiolu with concrete slabs. Street and Ala Wai Canal. They are now connected to the Beachwalk Pump Station and are moving wastewater out Later this month contractors expect to shut down the of Waikiki. They were built inside tunnels that were bored Beachwalk Pump Station in order to hook up the 20-inch by a state-of-the-art microtunneling operation. bypass line to an existing 42-inch wastewater line and one of the two new lines built through a sophisticated The new underground lines serve as both a key microtunneling process. portion of the BWEB project and a portion of the permanent fix to Waikiki's aging sewer infrastructure When they shut down the pump station, they will problem. The city plans to build a permanent reactive the emergency pumps and pipes along the Ala underground line connecting the microtunneled lines. It Wai Boulevard and use that to pump wastewater out of will start at the mauka pit and end at the pump station at Waikiki. Ala Moana Park. That job will be put out to bid and construction is expected to start next year. The permanent line will eventually replace the temporary line that now sits on the floor of the Ala Wai Canal. Because of the pending work, the city will maintain as a base yard a portion of the city park once used by both Iolani School and Ala Wai School. For further information, call 808-543-8374 or visit www.beachwalkbypass.com.

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Outrigger Hotels & Resorts honors Duke Kahanamoku with support of this year's Duke's OceanFest Sponsored activities include Sunset on the Beach, Waterman Challenge

Outrigger Hotels & Resorts joins the Outrigger The Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach and Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation, Hawaiian Airlines, Reef on the Beach also are holding special displays Hawaii Tourism Authority and Corona Extra in and activities as part of this year's Duke's OceanFest. honoring legendary waterman, Olympic champion and Revered worldwide as the "Father of International Hawaiian son, Duke Kahanamoku, at the Sixth Surfing," Duke Kahanamoku is considered Hawaii's Annual Duke's OceanFest that runs August 19-26, greatest athlete, winning six Olympic medals -- 2007. including three gold medals in swimming -- over a 20- "The Duke's OceanFest has become an end-of- year career from 1912 to 1932. He was the first summer tradition with a myriad of activities spread person to be inducted into both the Swimming Hall of over an entire week," said Barry Wallace, Executive Fame (1965) and the Surfing Hall of Fame (1966). Vice President-Hospitality Services for Outrigger Outrigger Hotels & Resorts is proud to lend its Hotels & Resorts. "Surfing and swimming support to this noteworthy event that celebrates the competitions, canoe races, beach volleyball, a moving life of one of Hawaii's most beloved citizens. For more lei-draping ceremony that was introduced by the information on the 6th Annual Duke's OceanFest, log Outrigger Waikiki 'ohana, and a special Duke-themed onto www.dukefoundation.org. Sunset on the Beach all come together to make for a great multi-day event for both residents and visitors." The Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation (ODKF) is a public nonprofit foundation created with This month, the Outrigger-sponsored Sunset on the mission to financially support the development of the Beach will feature two evenings of non-stop individuals and organizations perpetuating the spirit entertainment, all in honor of Duke Kahanamoku. On and legacy of Duke Kahanamoku. The goals of Duke’s Friday, August 24, the program starts with a showing OceanFest are to raise funds for ODKF’s college of the 1957 episode of "This Is Your Life" featuring scholarship and athletic grants program, and pay Duke Kahanamoku himself. "Waikiki, Riding the respect to the legacy of Duke Kahanamoku with a Waves of Change" follows, which highlights the history celebration of surfing and ocean sports. For more of Waikiki's beachboys – past present, and a look to information about Duke’s Foundation, visit the ODKF the future -- with the feature film for the evening website at www.dukefoundation.org or call (808) 545- being the surf documentary by Dana Brown, "Step 4880. Into Liquid."

On Saturday, August 25, the one-hour KGMB special "Hokule'a, Passing the Torch" will precede the evening's feature film, "The Guardian." The Hokule'a special is an awe-inspiring telling of the Pacific Voyaging Society's Hokule'a's journey – 30 years after its first open ocean voyage from Hawaii to Tahiti – as the crew sails thousands of miles to deliver the ultimate gift to their teacher – Satawalese navigator Mau Pialiug. The gift – a new voyaging canoe, the Alingano Maisu, built specifically as a "floating school" to pass on an ancient body of navigational knowledge to the next generation of Micronesians. In addition to Sunset on the Beach, Outrigger is lending its name to the Outrigger Hotels Waterman Challenge on Sunday, August 26. In this exciting competition, top lifeguard teams from Hawaii and California, as well as strong teams from the Outrigger Canoe Club and the Lanikai Canoe Club, will compete in this relay race that combines and showcases essential waterman skills of swimming, paddle boarding, and canoe paddling.

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Schedule of Outrigger-Sponsored Events

August 23, Thursday August 25, Saturday 4:30-5:30 pm. — Roxy Jam Honolulu 9:00 a.m. — Lei making for Duke Kahanamoku autograph session at the beach services kiosk on the statue; meet in the back lobby of the Outrigger beach at the Outrigger Reef hotel fronting the Shore Waikiki on the Beach. Book signing with Sandy Hall Bird Restaurant. Meet Jennifer Smith, "Women's and Kathy Zuckerman (the original Gidget!) in the World Longboard Pro Champion," Kassia Meador, lobby of the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach. Crystal Dzigas and more. 5:00 p.m. — Waikiki Lei Parade and Draping of August 24, Friday Duke's Statue. The procession will begin at the 8:45 am — Scattering of flowers in honor of Outrigger Waikiki at 4:45 p.m. Duke Kahanamoku, starting from the beach fronting 5:30 p.m. — Tesoro's Sunset on the Beach, the Outrigger Reef on the Beach. presented by Outrigger Enterprises Group. Food 10:00 am – 2:00 pm — Showing of "This is booths open at 4:30 p.m., with live entertainment on Your Life-Duke Kahanamoku" followed by "Waikiki, stage at 5:30 p.m. Special showing of KGMB Riding the Waves of Change," a documentary for documentary "Hokulea-Passing the Torch," followed those who love surfing, ocean sports and Waikiki. It by the evening's feature film "The Guardian." Movies features interviews with beach boys, complete with begin shortly after sunset. classic archival footage, and candid glimpses of the 6:00 pm — The Great Hawaiian 105 KINE beach scene as it is now. Diamond Head Terrace at Luau, at the Waikiki Aquarium. An enchanting the Outrigger Reef on the Beach evening of food and music, with entertainment by 5:30 p.m — Tesoro's Sunset on the Beach, Natalie Ai Kamau'u and the keiki of Halau Hula presented by Outrigger Hotels & Resorts. Food Olana, Sean Na'auao and sista Robi Kahakalau and booths open at 4:30 p.m., with live entertainment on Na Palapalai. Tickets are $75.00 and must be stage at 5:30 p.m. Friday's triple feature includes purchased in advance from the Honolulu Box Office. "This is Your Life-Duke Kahanamoku," "Waikiki, For more information call (808) 550-8457 or got to Riding the Waves of Change," and the Dana Brown honoluluboxoffice.com. surf documentary "Step Into Liquid." Movies begin shortly after sunset.

Aloha Airlines wins all five UH Warriors charters

Aloha Airlines will fly the University of Hawaii This year’s charters include flights to Monroe, La., Warriors football team on special Warriors-only for a September 8 game against Louisiana Tech; Las charter flights to all five away games in the 2007 Vegas for a September 15 game against UNLV; and schedule. Lewiston, Idaho, for a September 29 game against the University of Idaho. The Warriors will also fly Aloha “We’re delighted to be the airline of choice for the Airlines to take on San Jose State at San Jose on 2007 Warriors football team,” said Thom Nulty, Aloha October 12 and the University of Nevada at Reno on Airlines senior vice president marketing and sales. “Like Aloha Airlines, the Warriors have an excellent November 16. reputation to live up to and high expectations to meet. Go Warriors! We’re among their biggest fans and we know they’ll do The Warriors aren’t the only WAC team flying great this year.” Aloha this year. The Fresno State Bulldogs will fly This is the seventh year that the UH Warriors have Aloha to their game against the Warriors at Aloha chosen Aloha as their charter carrier, and the first Stadium on November 10. year that Aloha is providing charters for all the scheduled away games.

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Waikiki Beach Walk’s Hawaiian Music Heritage Program presents John Cruz in Free Na Mele No Na Pua Concert Concert preceded by special showing of "Made of Music-The Story of John Cruz"

John Cruz takes the stage at Embassy Suites®-Waikiki Beach Walk® on August 25 as part of Outrigger Enterprises Group's free monthly Na Mele No Na Pua Hawaiian Music Heritage program. Hosting the concert are TV and Radio personalities Brickwood Galuteria and Kimo Kahoano. A special showing of the documentary "Made of Music-The Story of John Cruz" will precede the concert, beginning at 3pm. John Cruz, whose original song "Jo Bo's Night" was featured on the compilation CD Slack Key Guitar Volume 2, which won the first Grammy ever awarded for Hawaiian music, has distinguished himself as one of the most talented songwriters that has ever come from Hawaii. Next month, after 10 years, John launches his long-awaited second album, "One of These Days," which means those attending the August 25th concert can expect a preview of some of the 5:30 pm, with Auntie Genoa Keawe scheduled for songs included on John's new album. September 29, October entertainer –TBA, and Amy John’s musical career developed while spending Hanaiali’i Gilliom to perform on November 24. 12 years of his life on the East Coast where he played in various venues from subways, coffeehouses and bars in New York’s Greenwich Village to Martha’s Vineyard and the Boston area. He returned to Hawaii in 1995, and just a year later, released his first album HTA announces RFP “Acoustic Soul,” which sold over 100,000 copies in Hawaii alone. In October 2006, a documentary film on for sporting events his life “Made of Music-The Story of John Cruz” debuted at the Louis Vuitton Hawaii International Film Festival in Hawaii. The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA), the state Elevator access to the Grand Lanai is located on agency for tourism, has announced its request for Lewers Street ground level. No outside food or proposals (RFP) for Sporting Events which occur in Hawaii between January 1, 2008 and December 31, beverage will be allowed. This is a FREE event. 2008, that will either build attendance by attracting Valet parking is available for $6.00 for up to four participants and spectators to Hawaii; generate hours at Embassy Suites-Waikiki Beach Walk at 201 national and international media exposure that Beachwalk and Wyndham Vacation Ownership- promotes Hawaii’s appeal as a destination for Waikiki Beach Walk at 227 Lewers Street, with recreation and activity; or are intrinsic to Hawaii and purchase from any Waikiki Beach Walk will enhance residents’ quality of life. shop/restaurant. Parking subject to availability. The application and information packet are Families can visit Waikiki Beach Walk to see available for download on the HTA website at Hawaii’s best entertainers during this free monthly www.hawaiitourismauthority.org. In addition, concert series offered in conjunction with an interested parties may pick up a packet at the HTA extensive, permanent exhibit showing the timeline of Office at the Hawaii Convention Center (Level 1), 1801 Hawaii’s rich musical history, on view at the Embassy Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, Hawaii 96815. Suites®-Waikiki Beach Walk™ Hula Tower. Na Mele No Na Pua also includes periodic special educational The deadline for submission of proposals to the and cultural events and interpretive displays – all free HTA is no later than 4:30 p.m. (HST) on Friday, and open to the public. Upcoming concerts will be August 31, 2007. held on the last Saturday of each month from 4:00 to

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HTA board of directors Hawai‘i Convention Center announces committee announces new hires assignments

Wayne Goodwin has been appointed security & The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) Board of guest services manager. Goodwin was previously Directors, led by chairperson Douglas Chang and vice- director of security for the Aqua Island Colony Hotel chair Kelvin Bloom, have announced the following and has served in similar roles at the Kahala committee assignments: Mandarin Oriental Hawai‘i, which became The Kahala Administrative Standing Committee – Makes Hotel & Resort, and at the Ala Moana Hotel. His more policy recommendations related to the evaluation of than 12 years experience in property security was the executive director and the administration of the preceded by his career as a police officer with the HTA. Honolulu Police Department. Helene Fernandez has been named catering • Chair Douglas Chang sales manager. She will be responsible for creating • Vice-Chair Kelvin Bloom banquet orders for catered events to ensure that client food and beverage needs are met. She was previously • Members Leon Yoshida a catering coordinator to the director of catering and Budget & Audit Standing Committee – Develops conference services at Bally’s and at Paris Las Vegas. policies to ensure the financial integrity of the HTA She has more than 10 years experience in catering and ensure that funds are properly expended under a and administrative services. budget approved by the Board. Qing Chen has been appointed sales representative for the Hawai‘i Convention Center in • Chair Vernon Char China. Chen will be responsible for marketing the • Vice-Chair Stephen Yamashiro Convention Center to the Chinese meetings and events market. He also serves as president for • Members Kelvin Bloom, Kyoko Kimura, Mike Uniwood Consulting, which has operated many travel Kobayashi, and Marsha Wienert programs and incentive tours. Chen’s experience Marketing Standing Committee – Makes policy includes organizing a Hawai‘i event for one of the recommendations on initiatives that relate to world’s largest computer hardware supply companies, promoting the visitor industry. a government business study group to Scandinavia, and a major trade, finance and tourism promotion of • Chair Kyoko Kimura services and products from Zhejiang Province to New York. • Vice-Chair John Toner • Members Patricia Ewing, Mike Kobayashi, Marsha Wienert, Ron Yamakawa and Leon Yoshida Strategic Planning Standing Committee – Makes policy recommendations relating to research and planning. • Chair Gail Haraguchi • Vice-Chair Patricia Ewing • Members Vernon Char, Barry Fukunaga, Kawaikapuokalani Hewett, Laura Thielen and Cha Thompson HTA’s Board of Directors has 16 members who represent the visitor industry, business community, community-at-large, government, and Hawai‘i’s four counties.

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HTH Corporation’s Pacific Beach Corporation to assume operations of Pacific Beach Hotel

HTH Corporation and PBH Management LLC President of PBH Management LLC. “The management announced today that HTH Corporation’s affiliated and staff are professionals who care deeply for the company, Pacific Beach Corporation, will assume property and are dedicated to providing the very best management of the 837-room Pacific Beach Hotel, in service and accommodations to their guests.” ending the management contract between Koa Guests are able to make room reservations Management LLC, another affiliate of HTH through www.pacificbeachhotel.com, Corporation, and PBH Management LLC, an affiliate of [email protected], or toll-free at Outrigger Enterprises Group. This change is (800) 367-6060. scheduled for December 1, 2007. PBH Management LLC has been providing management services since H.T. Hayashi purchased the Pacific Beach Hotel in January 1, 2007 for the ocean view hotel located at 1970 and built the Oceanarium Tower. The famous the corner of Kalakaua and Liliuokalani Avenues in landmark indoor Oceanarium, with its three-story Waikiki. structure and 280,000 gallons of seawater, was created in 1978 and became the largest indoor “After many months of working together, both oceanarium in the state. Signature restaurants at the HTH Corporation and PBH Management LLC have hotel include Neptune’s Garden, the Oceanarium and concluded that Pacific Beach Corporation is better Shogun Restaurant. positioned to focus on this perfectly located hotel and to attain the property’s long term business goals,” said HTH Corporation was founded in 1975 to Robert “Mick” Minicola, HTH Corporation Regional consolidate the diverse Hawaii-based corporations and Vice President. “We’ll work together to make sure business enterprises owned by the late Herbert T. there are minimal interruptions and it will be Hayashi. Part of the Hawaiian hospitality tradition ‘business as usual’ for hotel guests. We have since 1964, the HTH hotel collection includes the appreciated the flexibility and professionalism of PBH Pacific Beach Hotel and the 359-room Pagoda Hotel. Management LLC.” H. T. Hayashi, one of the most innovative leaders in the visitor industry, died in 2005. For more “It’s been a pleasure being associated with the information, visit www.pacificbeachhotel.com. Pacific Beach Hotel,” said Mel Wilinsky, Executive Vice

Pacific Beach Corporation welcomes applications from PBH Management LLC employees Informational meetings held and more scheduled this month Pacific Beach Corporation, an affiliate of HTH “We are encouraging all employees to apply,” said Corporation, which assumes management of the Robert “Mick” Minicola, HTH Corporation Regional Pacific Beach Hotel on December 1, encourages PBH Vice President of Operations. “We are evaluating our Management LLC employees to apply for jobs and has staffing needs given the decreased visitor count to scheduled several information briefings over the next Waikiki, and we’ll see how many hotel employees two months. submit applications,” he continued. “We have ample time to complete the staffing and hiring processes Pacific Beach Corporation will assume management of the 837-room Pacific Beach Hotel from before December 1.” PBH Management, an affiliate of Outrigger “It’s unfortunate that the ILWU is holding rallies Enterprises. An informational meeting was held at the hotel and stooping to personal attacks, when yesterday (Aug. 14) with both Pacific Beach Pacific Beach Corporation has already met and Corporation and PBH Management representatives continues to meet with employees to explain present to update hotel employees and inform them opportunities and address any concerns,” Minicola what will happen with the transition. continued. “We need to treat our customers well to encourage more hotel guests, thereby increasing the Manager applications will be accepted August 20, 21 and 22 and applications for other employees will be need for employees.” available September 24 through 28. The number of Additional meetings are planned over the next several employees will be determined by the 2008 business weeks to explain wage and benefit packages. forecasts.

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Peter Lik, Master Photographer, releases “Secret Veil”

“Canyon abstracts constantly fascinate me, forever changing with light and the season. I knew that during summer months in Antelope Canyon, the sun’s apex would cast its beams directly down into the canyon. This particular morning had been extremely windy and as I entered the chasm, dust filled the air. I turned the corner and was overwhelmed by the magical god’s-rays. I ripped out my camera and shot frame after frame, the wind constantly changing the form of the rays in front of me. It seemed like a frenzy at the time, but after looking at this image, I feel that I captured a quiet spiritual shot.” -Peter Lik Since Peter’s initial visit to America, he has been enamored by the dynamic and powerful landscape. In an astounding adventure, he traversed America for five years, traveling more than 50,000 miles, capturing Mother Nature’s beauty. This journey yielded volumes of stunning photography and solidified his ascent as an international sensation. Peter opened his first U.S. gallery in Maui in 2003, when he witnessed the international demand and appreciation of his work soar. Visit the Peter Lik Waikiki Gallery at Waikiki Beach Walk, 226 Lewers St. L118, or call (808) 926 Antelope Canyon, Arizona. Camera: Hasselblad H2 5656.

Dorothy Feibleman to exhibit at The Joy of Sake Brilliant, translucent porcelain hallmark of renowned artist

Dorothy Feibleman, one of the world’s great Center at 1601 Kalakaua Avenue. More than 300 porcelain artists, will preview select pieces of her work different junmai, ginjo and daiginjo sakes, including at the Joy of Sake in Honolulu on Aug. 23, 2007. many not available in the U.S., will be available for Using clays she developed herself following years of tasting. Tickets for the Honolulu event are $65 in study in Japan, she produces sakazuki (sake cups) of advance, $70 at the door (if available) and may be extraordinary grace and beauty. The translucency of ordered online at www.joyofsake.com or by calling the porcelain creates a play of light within the sake 808-739-1000. Information on this year’s Joy of Sake cup, greatly adding to the enjoyment of the sake- events in all cities, as well as a video of last year’s drinking experience. events, may be found at www.joyofsake.com. Dorothy Feibleman’s work is in over twenty public and private collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Museum of Contemporary Ceramics in Japan. “This is the first time I have shown my work at a sake event,” said Feibleman, speaking from her studio in London. “I chose The Joy of Sake in Honolulu since it is the only international festival closely related to my passion. I have not shown my sake cups between Tokyo and Chicago before this event.” The Joy of Sake will be held on August 23, 2007 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Hawai’i Convention Spiral 1

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Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort ends summer with a special kama‘aina rate Hotel offers special rate starting August 19

The Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa is Surfers’ Scrub, Fabulous Fruity Facial and Acne making it easier for families to take one last vacation Attack Facial. To book a treatment, call Mandara Spa before summer ends. The hotel is offering a special at 945-7721. rate starting at $165 per night plus tax for Kama‘aina And to add to that, Kama‘aina families also benefit families. This rate runs from August 19 to September from 15 percent off meals at the Hilton’s four 26 and will give local residents the chance to take a signature restaurants including award winning Pacific mini vacation without having to travel far. Rim cuisine at Bali by the Sea, Cantonese and Kama‘aina can take advantage of a host of family Szechuan cuisine at Golden Dragon, the charming specials at the resort. Atlantis Submarines is offering Village Steak and Seafood Restaurant and casual a special Kama‘aina rate of $25 per adult and $20 per beachside dining at Rainbow Lanai. For dining child exclusive of tax and harbor fee. The 48- reservations, call (808) 949-4321, ext. 39. passenger submarine takes explorers about a mile off The Hilton Hawaiian Village also features shore to depths of more than 125 feet to get nose-to- nightly entertainment, fireworks each Friday night, nose with sea creatures that live amongst Waikiki’s and exotic wildlife including the South African reef. To reserve seats aboard the Atlantis submarine, penguins. With all these selections, families have call Atlantis at 949-7827. everything for a fantastic mini getaway to Waikiki. Families in need of some pampering will surely For room reservations, call the resort directly at enjoy the 20 percent off spa services at Mandara Spa. (808) 949-4321 and ask for rate code P3. This special Independently owned and operated in the Kalia Tower, is valid August 19 to September 26 and is based on Mandara Spa offers a selection of spa treatments that availability; some blackout dates may apply. Proof of incorporate Hawaiian, Asian, Western and European Hawaii residency required. For more information beauty and relaxation concepts. While mom and dad about the Hilton Hawaiian Village, visit bask to a couples massage the kids can enjoy their www.hiltonhawaiianvillage.com. very own treatments that include a Heavenly Massage,

Waikīkī Hula Show DAILY!

Authentic Hawaiian music and hula Wednesdays: Ainsley Halemanu and Ka Liko O shows are performed daily, 6:30PM Kapalai – 7:30PM, by Hawaii's finest hula Thursdays: Val Crabbe and Halau Hula Palena hālau (troupes) and Hawaiian performers at the Kuhio Beach Hula Fridays, August 17, 24: Kale Pawai and Halau Na Mound, near Duke Kahanamoku Pua Mai Ka Lani statue, beachside Uluniu & Friday, August 31: James Dela Cruz and Na 'Opio Kalakaua Ave. in Waikiki. Me Na Kupuna O Ko'olau These are outdoor performances Saturday, August 18: Lilinoe Lindsey and Ka Pa Nani with seating on the grass or on O Lilinoe beach chairs or beach mats. Cameras are welcome. Sunday, August 19: Kapi'olani Ha'o and Halau Ke Presented by the City’s Office of Economic Kia'i A'o Hula Development (843-8002) and the Hawaii Tourism Saturday, August 25: Shirley Recca and Halau Hula Authority. FREE. Schedule subject to change without 'O Namakahulali notice. Sunday, August 26: Momi Cruz-Losano and Halau For the month of August: Hula Namakahonuakapiliwale Mondays & Tuesdays: "Auntie Pudgie" Young & Hawaiian Serenaders

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Mark Your Calendars! Tuesday, August 21

BIG PICTURE ISSUES - LOCAL RELEVANCE Fostering industry relationships and educating members on trends and opportunities.

Hawaii Superferry An Overview of Hawaii's newest Transportation Attraction Tuesday, August 21, 2007 Hawai‘i Prince Hotel Waikiki

Damon Hylton Marketing Director, Hawaii Superferry Hylton’s presentation will detail Hawaii Superferry's exciting new service, its relevance to the tourism market and insights on launching a start-up that is expected to generate a revenue of tens of millions of dollars in its first year.

Tuesday, August 21, 2007 Student Sponsorship $15 Hawai‘i Prince Hotel Waikiki, Mauna Kea Ballroom Help support a student. Your contribution of $15 Registration from 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon will subsidize one of our students at a PATA Lunch w/Speaker: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. event. Please enclose payment if you would like Self-parking $4 or valet available for $7 to participate. Your support is greatly appreciated. ------------Aug. 21 Luncheon: Chapter Member Non-member Table Sponsorship (table of 7) PATA-Hawaii ______$34 x _____ $40 x _____ $238______Total $______Member Name: ______Company: ______Guest(s) Name:______Company: ______Guest(s) Name:______Company: ______ Please reserve a vegetarian meal for: ______

Please RSVP by August 16 to: [email protected] Fax: 808.621.0688 Mail check payable to: PATA-Hawaii 1636 Royal Palm Dr., Wahiawa, HI 96786 For more information phone: 808.621.2482 ext. 3 patahawaii.org

Honolulu Zoo Society Offers Twilight Tours

What's Wild in Waikiki? Take a stroll to the Honolulu Zoo Society (HZS) by calling 971-7195. Honolulu Zoo and learn the sort of monkey business Walk-ups are welcome if space is available - meet at that goes on after hours. Learn about the lives of the the Front Entrance at 5:15pm. See www.honzoosoc.org Zoo's remarkable citizens. Tours are held from 5:30 to for info. 7:30 p.m. every Saturday evening! It's a fun evening of education never experienced by day visitors. Special arrangements can be made for large groups. Families are welcome. The tours are appropriate for all ages 5 to 105! Please purchase tickets in advance from the Waikiki Parade Watch (courtesy of the City)

August 19, 2007 Sunday NORMAN TAMANAHA MEMORIAL 15K RUN sponsored by Midpacific 6:00AM Starts Roadrunners. The event is expected to have 500 runners. The event will start 8:00AM Ends at Kalakaua Ave., to Monsarrat Ave., to Paki Ave., to Diamond Head Rd., to Kahala Ave., to Kealaolu St., turn around at end of Kealaolu St (at the service station) to Kealaolu St., to Kahala Ave., to Diamond Head Rd., to Kalakaua Ave., to end at Honolulu Marathon Finish Line. Contact John Simonds 373- 3609, E-mail: [email protected] For more info, visit their website: http://www.mprrc.com/ September 1, 2007 Saturday OKINAWAN FESTIVAL CELEBRATION PARADE sponsored by Hawaii United 9:00AM Starts Okinawan Association. The event is expected to have 1,000 marchers, 20 11:00AM Ends vehicles & 6 bands. It will start at Kalakaua Ave. at Saratoga Rd/Fort DeRussy, to Kalakaua Ave., to end at Queen Kapiolani Park. Contact: Issac Hokama 527-6090 Fax: 523-4242

September 2, 2007 Sunday DICK EVANS MEMORIAL BIKE RACE sponsored by the Hawaii State Cycling 5:15AM Starts Association. It will consist of 200 cyclists. The event will start at Keahole St. 12 noon Ends near to Hawaii Kai Park & Ride Lot, to Hawaii Kai Dr., to Kalanianaole Hwy., to Waialae Ave., to Kilauea Ave., to 18th Ave., to Diamond Head Rd. to Paki Ave., to Ala Wai Blvd., to Niu St., to Ala Moana Blvd., to Nimitz Hwy., to Kamehameha Hwy., to Farrington Hwy., to Kunia Rd., to Wilikina Dr., to Kamananui Rd., to Kamehameha Hwy., to Joe Leong Hwy., to Kamehmeha Hwy., (around north shore to windward side) to Kahekili Hwy., to Kulukeoe St., to Keneke St., to Anoi Rd., to Likelike Hwy., to Kamehameha Hwy., to Kaneohe Bay Dr., to Mokapu Saddle Rd., to Kapaa Quarry Rd., to Kalanianaole Hwy., to Old Kalanianaole Rd., to Kalanianaole Hwy., to Kumuhau St.,to Waikupanaha St., to Ahiki St., to Hihimanu St., to Kalanianaole Hwy., to Kealahou St., to Hawaii Kai Dr., to finish approx. 0.28 miles from the corner of Hawaii Kai Dr. and Kealahou St. No roads will be coned except by start/finish area. Contact: Michael Fujita 330-6647, Fax: 688-1845

The above is based on the most current information available from the event organizers as of the date of this publication. For more information, call the Department of Transportation Services, 808-527-6009.

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