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A look ahead at Maui’s visitor and convention activities this winter, early 2025
To foster responsible tourism and strengthen the connection between visitors and Hawai‘i’s natural resources, the Hawaiʻi Visitors and Convention Bureau launched the Mālama Hawaiʻi initiative in 2020. Visitors can enjoy benefits like special discounts or even a free night’s stay at participating hotels when they give back through these volunteer opportunities.
Maui County hotels continues decline in occupancy and revenue over one year after wildfires
Maui County hotels continued to be impacted by the Aug. 8, 2023, wildfires, according to the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority’s Hotel Performance Report for September.
HTA report: Maui County hotels led state in average daily rate in March
Maui County hotel performance remains affected by the aftermath of the August wildfires, reports the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, but the county still led the state in revenue per available room in March due to comparatively higher average daily rate.
Maui vacation rental supply no longer highest in the state, occupancy down from 2023
While a decrease was recorded in month-over-month data, Maui County vacation rental supply realized gains this January compared to January 2023.
The Westin Maui names Joshua Hargrove as new general manager
The Westin Maui Resort and Spa, Kāʻanapali as named Joshua Hargrove as general manager of the property. Hargrove rejoins the Marriott family in his new post and brings more than 17 years of hospitality leadership experience, primarily with Marriott brands on Oʻahu, Maui, and Hawaiʻi Island.
General Manager announced for Outrigger Kāʻanapali Beach Resort
Edwin Torres will lead the Outrigger Kā‘anapali Beach Resort as its general manager with a commitment to helping families and the community in the aftermath of the Lahaina wildfires.
The Westin Maui appoints Samuel Spurrier as director of sales & marketing
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali announced the appointment of Samuel Spurrier as the resort’s director of sales & marketing. With more than 12 years of experience in hospitality, resort executives say Spurrier brings a wealth of expertise to this role.
Westin Maui appoints Yoshikazu Kizu as executive chef
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali announced the appointment of Yoshikazu Kizu as executive chef, and April Matsumoto as executive sous chef at the resort. In addition, Neleah Sarmiento has been appointed the resort’s new executive director of food & beverage.
Maui County leads Hawaiʻi Hotel Performance Report in January 2023
Maui County hotels led the state in the latest Hotel Performance Report for January 2023, with RevPAR of $429, ADR of $635, and occupancy of 67.6%.
Maui’s Newest Resort to Host Job Fairs to Hire 150 Employees
A series of four job fairs are planned as The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas looks to hire some 150 employees for the property, which is scheduled to open in April.
Honua Kai Launches Whale Adoption Adventure
While travelers can’t actually take their own humpback home, they can symbolically adopt a whale, aid in ocean conservation and embark on a whale watching adventure with a new beach front offering at the Honua Kai Resort & Spa.
Stoltz Appointed Hotel Manager at The Westin Maui
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa announced the appointment of Tracy Stoltz as the property’s Hotel Manager at the 759-room beachfront resort in Kāʻanapali Beach.
Maui Scores Multiple No. 1 Readers’ Choice Awards
Kā‘anapali Beach Hotel and The Plantation Inn earned top rankings; Kā‘anapali Beach was awarded “No. 1 Best Beach for Hanging Around;” Lahaina was awarded “No. 1 Best City or Town;” and Maui was awarded “No. 1 Best Island.”
Hyatt Appoints Premack as Sales & Marketing Director
An experienced hospitality professional with 13 years in the travel industry, Ben Premack brings strong leadership, analytical skills and a history of sales and marketing successes to his new position.
Sheraton Maui Receives Readers’ Choice Awards
The Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa in Kā‘anapali received top honors in multiple categories in Hawaii Magazine’s 2016 Readers’ Choice Awards, which were announced on March 8, 2016.
Kā‘anapali Beach Hotel Earns Two Travvy Awards
Kā‘anapali Beach Hotel has earned two prestigious Travvy Awards for “Best Hawaiian Cultural Hotel” and “Best Family/Resort, Hawaii.”
A Day in the Life at Honua Kai Resort & Spa
Maui Now’s Kiaora Bohlool had the opportunity to experience Honua Kai Resort & Spa, which features 628 condos in Kāʻanapali, available for nightly rental and full ownership.
Honua Kai Resort & Spa Partners with Stash Hotel Rewards
Honua Kai Resort & Spa, the newest resort on North Kā‘anapali Beach, has partnered with Stash Hotel Rewards, the nation’s largest points-based rewards program for independent hotels, giving Stash members the opportunity to earn and redeem points at a unique, independently owned Hawaiian beach property.
Skydivers to Help Westin Kā‘anapali Celebrate Fourth of July
As part of The Westin Kā‘anapali Ocean Resort Villas’ Red, White and Blue Festival on the Fourth of July, it will debut a patriotic-themed Spectacular Skydiving Performance (weather permitting) above its property.
Honor Mom with a Special Brunch at Kāʻanapali Beach Hotel
Kāʻanapali Beach Hotel is celebrating Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 10, by offering a very special Kuʻu Mama Aloha Brunch.