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WAILEA, Hawaii, Oct. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea is welcoming guests back with aloha on November 20, 2020, and the luxury beach resort is more ready than ever to deliver their signature five-star service. Offering solutions-based services and facilities, the Resort’s new Safe on Maui program ensures a comfortable and healthy environment for guests both as they travel and through the duration of their stay.

«There’s no question that, right now, our guests’ and employees’ biggest concern is safety. So we focused efforts on reimagining safer travel that will both help protect our guests and, ultimately, our employees as well,» says General Manager Marc Bromley. «Our guests will enjoy the resort with the assurance that Four Seasons Maui has gone above and beyond.»

Below are the Resort’s five Safe on Maui innovations:

1. 24/7 Onsite Medical Care – From injury to illness to wellness, guests seeking medical attention will have on-the-spot access to an around-the-clock team of medical professionals led by Dr. Reza Danesh, MD, founder of MODO Mobile Doctor. A board certified emergency physician who trained at UCLA and was attending physician at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Danesh and his team are equipped to administer rapid antigen COVID-19 tests guaranteeing results in 15 minutes, PCR tests upon departure, and all basic urgent care medical services.
2. PS at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) – The Resort, along with the other Four Seasons Resorts in Hawaii, is pleased to collaborate with PS, a private airport experience for commercial flights at LAX. Located separately at the private terminal, PS provides private suites with amenities, dedicated TSA and customs clearance, luxury car service to the aircraft, and «back door» access to the aircraft avoiding the public LAX terminal entirely. Four Seasons Resort Maui includes this one-way service for guests of the Resort’s top 21 «Complete Suites.»
3. Virtual Classroom – Supervised by friendly counselors, the Resort’s complimentary Virtual Classroom allows children to focus on schoolwork while parents enjoy the Resort’s amenities. Creative breaks feature various characters from the resort such as a lei maker, hula dancer or pastry chef so the Virtual Classroom is as fun as it educational.
4. Pre-Travel COVID-19 Testing Resources – The state of Hawaii has instituted additional safeguards for travelers, including requiring proof of a negative COVID-19 test result taken within 72 hours of departure of the traveler’s final leg to Hawaii in order to avoid quarantine. The Resort also requires guests to present proof of a negative result upon arrival, and so to guarantee accessible pre-travel tests has identified labs with convenient testing options, nationwide. Travelers can find the latest State of Hawaii guidelines, which continue to evolve, here.
5. In-Room Air Purification – Guests will sleep easy as the resort has equipped every room and suite with individual air purification units. The best-in-class air purifier cleans the entire room every 30 minutes, and the HEPA filter device addresses major concerns.

The above innovations will follow Lead with Care protocols, the enhanced global health and safety program, which is being implemented at Four Seasons properties worldwide. Combining public health expertise with access to leading technologies and tools, Lead With Care establishes clear procedures that educate and empower employees to take care of guests and each other. Through work with leading experts, Four Seasons is leveraging world-class medical expertise to focus on enhancing cleanliness, guest comfort and safety, and employee training. 

For reservations, call the Resort at (808) 874-8000 or reserve accommodations online.

About Four Seasons Resort Maui: Maui’s legendary Forbes Five-Star resort is nestled on 15 acres of the breathtaking Wailea Coast.  The 383-room oceanfront property is world-renowned for its comfortable opulence, impeccable service, luxurious amenities, and for living in harmony with its environment and community.  The resort in Maui is also home to one of the nation’s top-rated spas committed to wellness and three of Hawai’i’s most acclaimed restaurants—Ferraro’s Bar e Ristorante, Spago Maui and DUO Steak and Seafood. This sophisticated home away from home caters to the needs and interests of all generations—offering world-class outdoor adventures and one-of-a-kind Unforgettable Experiences, cultural activities, a museum-quality art collection, three pools overlooking the azure-blue Pacific Ocean including an adults-only Serenity Pool with exclusive Missoni-designed cabanas, and more.  Four Seasons Resort Maui, a Hawaiian vacation destination geared to action adventurers, those guests wishing to practice the fine art of doing nothing at all, and everyone in between

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HONOLULU, Oct. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Hotels and Resorts of Halekulani, the hotel development and management division of Honolulu-based Halekulani Corporation, is pleased to announce that Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani and Halekulani have earned top ratings by the Condé Nast Traveler 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards, with Halepuna Waikiki garnering the title of the #1 Hotel in Hawaii. Halepuna’s achievement follows its designation as the #1 Resort Hotel in Hawaii by the Travel + Leisure 2020 World’s Best Awards, signaling the first time in seven years for Hawaii and the third time in the history of the awards that one hotel has received both achievements. In addition to this rare achievement, Halekulani also earned a top spot on the list, receiving the award for the #3 Hotel in Hawaii.

«It is an honor to be recognized by the discerning readers of Condé Nast Traveler and we are humbled by the continued support of our two beloved properties,» said Peter Shaindlin, Chief Operating Officer of Halekulani Corporation. «This is the second time Halepuna has been named the #1 hotel in Hawaii in 2020 according to travelers around the world and is a true reflection of the persevering commitment of our teams and the signature service they deliver.»

The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards are the longest-running and most prestigious recognition of excellence in the travel industry and are commonly known as «the best of the best of travel.» More than 600,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers spanning the globe submitted a record-breaking number of responses, rating their travel experiences. The 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards are celebrated in the November issue of Condé Nast Traveler US and UK print editions. They are also published on Condé Nast Traveler‘s website at www.cntraveler.com/rca.

Having first opened its doors less than a year ago, Halepuna Waikiki debuted in October 2019 as the first boutique hotel in Waikiki. Embodying the Hawaiian translation of its name, the ‘House of Welcoming Waters’ is a refined retreat that offers an elevated urban resort experience and incorporates the culture of Hawaii indigenous surroundings, culture, and aloha spirit of the islands throughout every aspect of the property. Halepuna delivers the highest standards of quality and personalized service alongside 284 elegantly appointed rooms and suites, an eighth-floor oasis for wellness and relaxation and the acclaimed Halekulani Bakery & Restaurant, a full-service venue featuring a locally inspired menu and chocolate-viewing kitchen.

Located just steps from its sister property, Halekulani remains one of the most award-winning hotels in Hawaii with more than 500 awards since opening in 1984. Renowned for its distinguished service, luxurious accommodations, celebrated cuisine and prestigious SpaHalekulani, the oceanfront hotel is an unparalleled destination for enriching, immersive experiences. With a strong commitment to local arts and culture, guests of Halekulani receive exclusive access to the «For You, Everything» program, which provides special and complimentary admission to some of Oahu’s finest art and cultural venues and events.

The Hotels and Resorts of Halekulani portfolio also includes Halekulani Okinawa, which opened in July 2019 on the main island of Okinawa, Japan and has already been named an award-winning hotel. Situated on one mile of coastline within the Okinawa Kaigan Quasi-National Park, Halekulani Okinawa offers guests a lush natural landscape from which they can experience the rich culture and heritage of the region.

For more information, please visit www.halepuna.com, www.halekulani.com & www.okinawa.halekulani.com/en.

About Halekulani Corporation
Halekulani Corporation owns and operates the globally acclaimed luxury resort Halekulani and the new luxury boutique hotel Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani in Hawaii. Halekulani represents a luxury hospitality legacy of unique and iconic proportions and has received more than 500 awards. Halekulani is home to award-winning SpaHalekulani, House Without A Key, Lewers Lounge, Orchids and La Mer, Hawaii’s longest, consecutively ranked AAA 5 Diamond and Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Restaurant. Following a multi- million-dollar transformation, Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani debuts with the Halekulani Bakery & Restaurant. The hotel, which is situated in close proximity to its iconic sister property and was designed by acclaimed New York City-based firm Champalimaud providing hospitality hallmarks of the Halekulani brand such as innovative guest experiences and gracious service. 

About Halekulani 
Since its inception in 1984 as one of the world’s finest and most acclaimed independent luxury hotels, Halekulani has received more than 500 awards such as the recent Travel  + Leisure readers’ poll, the «Best Service in North America,» as well as voted one of the Best Hotels in Hawaii by USA Today’s 10Best. Halekulani is home to SpaHalekulani, House Without A Key, Lewers Lounge, Orchids, Cattleya, and La Mer, Hawaii’s longest, consecutively ranked AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Restaurant. For twenty years, Halekulani has maintained a strong commitment to arts and culture through exclusive alliances with Oahu’s most iconic cultural venues. Halekulani is operated by the Hotels and Resorts of Halekulani, a brand management division of the Honolulu-based Halekulani Corporation, which also oversees the newly opened Halepuna Waikiki. Halekulani is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and is aligned with Tokyo’s legendary Imperial Hotel. For further information, please visit www.halekulani.com.

About Halepuna Waikiki By Halekulani
Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani, located steps away from Waikiki Beach and directly across from sister property Halekulani, Hawaii’s most venerated hotel, appeals to Oahu visitors who are looking to be in the heart of it all. Opened as the first luxury boutique hotel in Waikiki, the «House of Welcoming Waters» encompasses 284 guest rooms, four suites, the first-ever Halekulani Bakery & Restaurant, the hotel’s full-service, all-day casual dining concept, a dramatic eighth floor pool deck and bar and fitness studio. A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts L.X.V. collection, Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani provides each guest with the highest standards of quality and personalized service, while celebrating the indigenous surroundings, culture and aloha spirit of the islands of Hawai’i. For more information, please visit www.halepuna.com.

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WHITEFISH, Mont., Oct. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The Ponderosa Chalet at Snow Bear Chalets, the World’s First Ski-in/Ski-out Treehouses, located on the slopes of Whitefish Mountain Resort in Northwestern Montana, has been selected from more than two million property listings globally, as one of Vrbo’s 25 All-Time Favorite Properties in the World!

To commemorate 25 years since it pioneered the online vacation rental business, Vrbo® is giving away 25 stays at 25 of its most iconic, highest-rated vacation homes, cabins, condos (and castles!) as options for contest winners to choose from. To enter to win a vacation home stay from Vrbo’s collection of all-time favorites, participants just need to share a family vacation photo on Instagram or Facebook using #VrboTurns25.

Vrbo’s 25 All-Time Favorite Properties includes properties from three countries and 20 US states. In 2018, Snow Bear was also recognized by TIME Magazine as one of the 100 World’s Greatest Places and in 2019 by Cosmopolitan Magazine as one of the 30 Sexiest Hotels in the World.

Snow Bear Chalets, located in Whitefish, Montana just 30 miles from Glacier National Park, offers the ultimate luxury accommodations to enjoy hiking, mountain biking and outdoor adventures in the summer season, as well as world-class alpine skiing all winter long, in slopeside storybook-inspired treehouse chalets.

Complete with swooping beams and a soaring turret covered with 600- fiber-optic twinkle stars in the form of constellations, these magical treehouses are designed with inspired whimsy in the style of Hansel and Gretel meets Harry Potter. Featuring award-winning design, incredible views, private treetop hot tubs, gourmet kitchens, gas fireplaces, high speed Wi-Fi, Sonos, goose down comforters and luxury amenities, these storybook luxury treehouses are located ON the slope, providing true ski-in/ski-out access, for 1 to 22 guests. And with the completion of seven new chalets opening this December, Snow Bear will then be able to host up to 68 guests in total luxury and privacy, with 10 units.

Especially important during COVID times, Snow Bear not only offers pristine beauty in the best location, but also offers natural physical distancing in a private, remote yet conveniently located treehouses and chalets, perfect for spending safe, quality time with your family.

Since opening in late 2017, Snow Bear Chalets has received international acclaim from global travelers as well as journalists and guests alike, with consistent 5-star guest reviews.

Snow Bear is the dream of entrepreneur Gail Goodwin of Whitefish, Montana. «I wanted to build a magical place in the best location that would give our guests a unique place to truly relax and reconnect with what truly matters and where they would be inspired to leave stress at the front door,» says Goodwin. And the result has been purely magical for the hundreds of happy guests who consistently reward Snow Bear with glowing, 5-star ratings.

Located not close to but ON the ski slope, Snow Bear Chalets offers a true ski-in/ski-out experience for those who would prefer to spend their time on the slopes, rather than just getting to them. From the time you walk out the front door of your chalet, you’ll be on the slopes in 10 seconds!

Whitefish Mountain Resort, ranked by SKI Magazine readers in 2020 as the #3 Best Ski Resort in the West, boasts more than 3000 acres of mixed terrain and some of the best powder skiing in the west. And, it’s literally right outside your door!

Snow Bear Chalets is the only Montana property to be included by Vrbo as one of their 25 All-Time Favorite Properties. «It doesn’t get any better than being recognized for excellence by the world’s largest vacation rental company, Vrbo! We’re humbled and honored to be one of their Premier Partners, and to have been chosen from more than two million properties worldwide as one of Vrbo’s 25 All-Time Favorite Properties!» says Goodwin.

Snow Bear provides the ultimate in luxury living for those who choose a unique, decadent holiday experience, and is available as a Premier Partner on Vrbo.com.

For more information or to be spoiled with a gorgeous mountain escape, guests can also book directly by visiting SnowBearChalets.com.

Contact
Gail Goodwin
256029@email4pr.com
406-314-9333

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