Hawaii
The Land of Aloha
There is no mystery as to why those who have experienced Hawaii love it and keep returning. From the moment you step off the plane, the aroma of the Orchids and the warmth of the air strikes a sense of well-being that is unmatched anywhwere else in the world.
The soft tranquility of the air terminal further tells you that you have arrived at a place that is truly special. Most importantly, there are no more gracious people on Earth than the Hawaiians! For those who haven't yet had the pleasure, the tropical experience of a lifetime awaits.
Gateway Express knows Hawaii. With our expertise and guidance, you are assured of spending your vacation on the right island or islands (for your lifestyle), the right spot on the island and the right resort. From the high-energy of Waikiki Beach to the adventure of mountains, rainforests and volcanoes on "The Big Island" to the quiet, romantic beauty of Maui, Lanai and Kauai, the Hawaiian Islands are almost like Heaven. Read Dick's blog posts on Hawaii.
Hawaii Factiod: Did You Know?
On the "Big Island" of Hawaii, you’ll find 11 of Earth’s 13 climatic zones!
The west coast (Kona Coast) receives less than 20 inches of rain annually while the east coast (north of Hilo) gets an annual rainfall of 300 inches!
Maui
Maui is the most popular of the "neighbor islands" for good reason. It is the quintesential Resort Paradise! There are striking differences between the North Coast area, the Kaanapalli area and the Wailea area on the Southwest coast. You need a professional to make sure you make the right choice for your personal lifestyle and desires!
Take a look at some some of our favorite Maui 5-Star resorts:
Fairmont Kea Lani. Acclaimed on Condé Nast Traveler’s “Gold List 2009” as “the ultimate in grown-up luxury,” this landmark property is on the pristine Wailea Beach. Frommer’s hails this as a place where you “get your money’s worth.”
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Four Seasons Maui. (pictured here) Also at Wailea Beach, Hawaii’s only Mobil 5-Star resort is known for opulent accommodations, world-class dining (including the award-winning Spago, where master chef Wolfgang Puck fuses Hawaiian and Californian cuisine with Pacific Rim flavors), and trademark Four Seasons service. Take a closer look.
Ritz-Carlton Kapalua. The ultimate in luxury
on Maui's North coast is the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua which reopened in 2008 upon completing a $160 million transformation. 54 holes of the most incredible golf in the world and its new Spa make this elegant "adult-only"
resort a must. Take a closer look.
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Kauai
"The Garden Isle" offers quiet elegance amidst lush
tropical vegetation and breath-taking scenery. From Waimea Canyon to Hanalai Bay!
Take a look at some some of our favorite Kauai 5-Star resorts:
Grand Hyatt Kauai. Immerse yourself in classic Hawaiian ambience at this 50-acre, oceanfront spa resort, cited on Travel+Leisure’s 2009 Top Resorts where your private veranda delivers 5-Star views of the Pacific. The ANARA Spa and the exquisite Poipu Bay Golf Club along with fine dining assure you of one of the finest vacations of your lifetime.
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St. Regis Princeville Resort. Commanding one of the most beautiful sites in the world, the St. Regis re-opened in December 2009 after a year-long restoration at Kauai’s most exclusive address. Plantation-style guest rooms have unparalled ocean views. Two championship golf courses designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and the St. Regis Spa provide all that you imagine. Take a closer look.
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Hawaii - The "Big Island"
The "Big Island" blends the Exotic with Extreme Creature Comforts! From the posh resorts alaong the Kona Coast to the spectacular rain forests and giant waterfalls on the Hilo side to a ski area atop Mauna Kea to an active volcano this is a fascinating "land of contrasts". If you want to intersperse days of high adventure with days of luxurious, relaxing resort living, this is the place for you!
Take a look at a couple of our favorite Big Island 5-Star resorts:
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai. This residential-style deluxe resort is set amidst a dramatic natural setting of azure water, white sand, black lava, and lush green vegetation on the North Kona Coast. This fabulous resort is listed on both the 2008 Conde Nast Traveler "Gold List" and Travel + Leisure "Top 500."
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The Fairmont Orchid. Part of the 3,200-acre Mauna Lani Resort, this expansive oceanfront property offers recreational possibilities as diverse as the island itself, from an exceptional ocean and cultural program, to world-class tennis facilities and championship golf. End your day with a treatment in the exceptional Spa followed by enjoying the dazzling sunset at Brown’s Beach House Restaurant, one of four enticing dining venues. Take a closer look.
Hapuna Beach Prince. This is a wonderful, elegant hotel in a beautiful and dramatic setting, with two championship golf courses and a spectacular 1/4 mile stretch of white-sand beach. Each of its 350 luxuriously appointed rooms offers panoramic views of the Pacific, with every personal service at your fingertips. Set on 32 beautifully landscaped, oceanfront acres, with five restaurants. This is the sister hotel to the adjacent Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. Take a closer look.
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Lanai
Lanui is the the place to be if you really want to get away from it all!
There are only two resorts on the entire island. They are "sister" Four Seasons 5-Star resorts so, as a guest of one, you have full access to both!
Four Seasons at Manele Bay. Seclusion and tranquillity reign at this elegant beachfront resort
takes advantage of the island’s natural beauty with private views of the ocean or the hotel’s five themed gardens and includes a Jack Nicklaus–designed oceanfront golf course,
snorkeling in Hulopoe Bay, a luxurious spa, and fine dining.
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Four Seasons Lodge at Koele. An elegant resort nestled in upcountry Lana'i, the Lodge at Ko'ele offers the
ambience of an English country manor. Rooms feature four-poster beds, hand-painted tile baths, private lanais, imported fabrics, and wonderful
artwork. A stunning Greg Norman–designed golf course, croquet lawns, horse stables, a sporting-clay course, and archery are among the activities available. Take a closer look.
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Oahu
Don't forget the main island - "The Gathering Place"! Waikiki Beach remains the most famous beach in the world, and if you want a busier, more active surrounding, this is it. The famous Royal Hawaiian, the "Pink Palace" is the essence of "old Hawaii" is the only Waikiki hotel that commands its own roped off section of Waikiki Beach.
But there's more to Oahu than Waikiki...
The 5-Star Kahala Hotel & Resort is Hawaii's reining luxury resort, set on a secluded beach just ten minutes from the shopping and entertinment of Waikiki.
The JW Marriott Ihilani Resort & Spa is tucked away on the sunny western shore of O'ahu, and is part of the 640-acre Ko Olina Resort & Marina.
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