Golf on Kauai

GOLF magazine’s "Top 100 Courses You Can Play" notes Princeville Prince Course as 22nd in the list of rankings! In addition, Poipu Bay, Princeville Makai Course, Puakea and Kauai Lagoons made the State of Hawaii “2010 Best Courses You Can Play” list in the magazine. Way to go Kauai!

KAUAI: People on the Move

Chrysalis Events Hawaii Welcomes Debra Crivello to Kauai!

San Francisco native, Debra Crivello brings over 25 years of expertise to the Kauai Marriott Resort as the New Senior Account Director. Debra is tasked with selling groups to the property from the West Coast and Pacific Northwest. She has held various Executive Sales, Marketing & Operations positions with key industry leaders that include American Airlines, Maritz, Carlson Marketing Group, Peak Travel Group and The Meeting Strategy Group. She has built strong business relations with both suppliers and planners worldwide and successfully sold within the Fortune 500 industries markets. She has received numerous Outstanding Achievement Awards for her Instrumental and Strategic leadership and Consistent Performance. Her experience ranges from Worldwide Meeting & Conference Management, Employee Incentive and Appreciation Programs and Corporate Event & Travel Planning. Debra has been an active partner in The Bay Area Business Travel Association and Meeting Professionals International.

Debra Crivello may be reached at:
Kauai Marriott Resort on Kalapaki Beach
3610 Rice Street | Lihue, HI 96766
office 808.246.5014 | toll-free 800.220.2925 | fax 808.245.2993
debra.crivello@marriotthotels.com

Merriman's Kauai - Now Open!

Chef-Owner Peter Merriman's newest restaurant has recently opened in Poipu's Kukuiula Village! Bringing his unique style of Hawaiian Regional Cuisine served in a casual yet elegant setting of Old Hawaii Plantation to the Garden Isle, Chef Merriman has created a truly exquisite dining experience. Still remaining true to his 'Farm to Table' concept, only the freshest products are used, of which 90% are locally grown or caught using only sustainable methods.

Merriman's Kauai boasts views of both the ocean and mountains and spectacular sunsets. A full premium bar is also featured with over 1,000 bottles of wine in its cellar and the staff here are well-trained in food, wine, and the spirit of aloha.

This restaurant is sure to delight the senses and is a 'must-visit' while on Kauai!

KAUAI: People on the Move

Hector Rubio, Director of Catering & Convention Services at the St Regis Princeville Resort
(Starting on August 24th)

Aloha & Welcome to Hawaii Hector!
Although you spent much time in New Orleans at the Windsor, and in Los Angeles at the W Hotel...we all know that you are a true islander at heart. We are excited for you and the Grand Opening, congratulations! You'll love the Garden isle!

KAUAI: People on the Move

Sally Halm, Director of Sales at the Kauai Marriott Resort & Beach Club

Congratulations on your promotion! You must be so excited to be back on the Garden Isle! Your team, as well as the entire resort is so lucky to have you!

Westin Hotels Celebrates the 10th Anniversary of the Heavenly Bed!

Westin Hotels transformed the hotel industry in 1999 when they launched their signature Heavenly Bed. All four (4) Westin properties in Hawai'i (O'ahu, Maui and Kaua'i) are celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Heavenly Bed.

Chief of Sleep Brad Doell of the Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa emphasizes the importance of exercise, good sleep habits, control of environmental factors that can keep people awake (lights, being too warm), and relaxation techniques.

Brad can share his "Top 10 Tips to Getting a Good Night's Sleep" ~ contact him at brad.doell@westin.com or visit all properties at http://www.starwoodhawaii.com/.

Revisiting Kauai ATV - Still One of the Best!

On Saturday, July 4th, I was able to revisit one of Kauai's most popular activities - an ATV adventure! What a great way to celebrate the holiday weekend! Located near sunny Poipu, Kauai ATV offers a fantastic Waterfall ATV tour. This tour allowed us to take in breathtaking scenery, drive through the only navigable tunnel on the island, and enjoy a refreshing dip in a mountain pool at the base of a waterfall. Also, Kauai ATV offers a variety of vehicles to fit everyone's needs; whether it's a single-person ATV, two-person Mud Bug or 4-person Ohana Bug. Our guides were friendly and knowledgeable and made sure we all had a wonderful experience!

This activity is definitely 'a must' for those visiting the Garden Isle of Kauai! Let Chrysalis Events Hawaii tell you more about it!

ALL ISLANDS: People on the Move

Joan Palmtag, Regional Director of Accounts, Western Region for the Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau!

Starting July 20th our entire visitor industry will be very excited as Joan will be promoting Hawaii!

After spending 20 years on Maui, many vacations on Lanai and Molokai and seven years on the Big Island, she is looking forward to having the same comfort level in selling the Islands of Oahu and Kauai as well.

Joan will be a true asset to the Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau team. Congratulations Joan!

Ko'a Kea Hotel & Resort Grand Re-Opening!

The Ko’a Kea Hotel & Resort, formerly the Po‘ipu Beach Hotel, is one of the oldest hotels on the island of Kauai. On April 14, 2009 the resort re-opened after having undergone a complete renovation when damage from Hurricane Iniki forced its closure in 1992. The hotel has reportedly returned to its “original Hawaiiana-style” character while upgrading and modernizing its amenities.

Peter Vincent Architects, part of the design team, said that there will be several new elements to the boutique hotel including a spa, pool, beach bar, updated guestrooms and the addition of suites.

For more information, please visit: www.koakea.com

Merriman's Kauai Restaurant's Innovative Restaurant Concepts

Award-winning Chef Peter Merriman recently announced his concept for his newest restaurant, Merriman's Kauai, located in Poipu's new retail shopping center, Kukuiula Village. Scheduled to open in late August of this year, this will be Chef Merriman's first restaurant on the island of Kauai to offer Hawaii Regional Cuisine. In keeping with a 22-year tradition of supporting and advocating on behalf of local farmers and using fresh, local ingredients, Merriman's Kauai will showcase 90% of local product in all dishes - a standard unsurpassed in the Hawaiian culinary world.


"Since our food is fresh from the field, often picked in the morning and served in the evening, we provide the freshest preparation of each product," Chef Merriman says. "By preparing fresh local foods on-site, guests enjoy a real dining experience that is unique to our island home."

Kukuiula Village Opening Late Summer 2009!

Kukuiula Village is located on Kauai's south shore in Poipu, off the new western by-pass road, Ala Kalanikaumaka. This new retail shopping center is designed in authentic plantation-style architecture and will feature a collection of regional cuisine by noted Hawaii chefs, including Merriman's Kauai, The Josselin Restaurant and Tortilla Republic & Margarita Bar, along with casual family-friendly cafés and a blend of local, national and international apparel and home accessory boutiques.

For more information visit:
www.kukuiulavillage.com

KAUAI: People on the Move

Alvin Wong, Director of Sales & Marketing of the Sheraton Kauai Resort & The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas.

Congratulations on your move to Kauai ~ what a beautiful Island and what great properties!

KAUAI: People on the Move ~ The St. Regis Princevile Resort Sales Team Additions

Steven Patton takes on his role of Account Director, Group Sales for St. Regis, Princeville! Steven will work from his home in St. Louis, Missouri and promote the beautiful resort.






Victoria Page will be based out of her home in Redondo Beach, California and represent The St. Regis Bora Bora and Princeville until June 1st when she will be exclusively selling Princeville.

The St. Regis, Princeville is so lucky to have you both! For more information on the resort please visit their website at http://www.stregisprinceville.com.

ALL ISLANDS: People on the Move

Paula Dirks, Director of Group Sales-Hawaii ~ Starwood Hawaii: Congratulations on your return to the Starwood Ohana!

Kauai: New Happenings

Merriman's Restaurant Poipu, Kauai arriving in Early 2009!

One of the first tenants of Kukui'ula Village in Poipu, Merriman will bring his highly acclaimed business to the Garden Isle with two concepts under the same roof: a fine dining experience upstairs and a market cafe downstairs. A well received addition for the residents of Kauai and visitor industry. Stay tuned for more updates of Kukui'ula Village in Poipu!