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Hampton Inn and Suites Kapolei Now Open

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Hilton has been growing its Hawaii portfolio rather aggressively lately.  Yes, Hyatt has received a lot of press over it's upcoming Unbound Collection Coco Palms (Kahai) and Hyatt Centric Waikiki (Oahu).  But Hilton has been far more active in new property openings, it just hasn't received as much attention.  This is likely because that growth has been focused on mid to lower … [Read more...] about Hampton Inn and Suites Kapolei Now Open

Atlantis Resort Ko Olina Confirmed

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Last week I wrote about Ko Olina's latest development possibly beginning construction next year.  At the time, all we knew was the name of the landowner: China Oceanwide Holdings.  The company paid $280 million for the 26 acres of land on Ko Olina's Lagoon 2.  This plot of land is next-door to Disney's Aulani.  However, earlier this week Ko Olina's master developer, Jeff Stone … [Read more...] about Atlantis Resort Ko Olina Confirmed

Residence Inn Maui Wailea is Now Open

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The Residence Inn Maui Wailea is now open, with its grand opening ceremony occurring today.  Granted the hotel has been open for a little while, but now it's official! As its name suggests, the Residence Inn Maui Wailea is located in the Wailea Resort on Maui's southeast coast.  It is the first Residence Inn by Marriott in the State of Hawaii.  Like other properties in this … [Read more...] about Residence Inn Maui Wailea is Now Open

Istanbul and Athens: New Hotel Athens Review

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Trip Summary: In January, 2013 Delta was offering very reasonable fairs from Minneapolis to Istanbul. My dad, brother and I decided to go to Istanbul when tickets were available under $800. Part mileage run, part tourism, part amateur archaeologist and part bonding experience, this trip involves 3 nights in Istanbul and 2 nights in Athens. Stay tuned as I review Delta’s economy … [Read more...] about Istanbul and Athens: New Hotel Athens Review