LANA’I, HAWAII (October 27, 2014) – Once one of the world’s largest pineapple plantations, today, Lana’i remains the Hawaii of yesterday: unspoiled, unhurried, and unequaled. This festive season, discover serenity, tradition and history on your own 90,000-acre island. Whether staying at the newly transformed Four Seasons Resort Lana’i at Manele Bay, our quintessential beach resort, or the upcountry escape of Four Seasons Resort Lana’i, The Lodge at Koele, daily sports, spa and cultural activities and fantastic evening events, including a special New Year’s Eve fireworks sky concert, will ensure your holiday on Lana’i is one to remember.
The Resorts offer a range of activities, many complimentary, during the holidays including:
Golf
Improve your game with a variety of clinics focusing on Putting, Short-Game Full-Swing Fundamentals, SNAG (Start New at Golf) or sign on for a friendly 18-hole tourney with the Koele Putting Social. Or grab a partner for Nine and Wine, the most scenic ‘back nine’ holes at Manele Golf Course and sunset views and libations.
Spa
Festive spa events include AJNE Perfume-Blending and NuFace Quick Lift demonstrations, a Jane Iredale Make Up demo for Teens, a session on incorporating essential oils into everyday life and the launch of the JK7 Skin Care Line Launch with Dr. Jurgen Klein.
Keiki (Kids)
Kids of all ages won’t be bored with the choices this season – Kite flying, Kids Yoga, Junior Golf, Keiki Spa Party, daily torch lighting, Keiki Hula, Tennis Festival, cookie decorating, ornament making are some of the fun activities on offer. The complimentary Kids For All Seasons program, daily for kids 5-12 also has a nightly parties from Drive in Movies and Build a Toy to Hawaiian Nights, including dinner, gifts and more. And don’t miss Santa, December 24th, taking a beach break in paradise before heading back into the cold.
Activities & Fitness
Take a hike to the Koloiki Ridge, Kanepu’u Dry Land Forest, Pu’u pehe (Sweetheart Rock) or cycle around Lana’i City. Try your hand at croquet, a snorkel tour or any number of fitness classes from Beach Yoga and Golfer’s Conditioning to Tango for Couples and Sandcastle Building.
Culture
Join our elders and learn about Hawaiian culture with the Ho’okipa Cultural Program, ukele and coconut leaf weaving lessons, hula performances, ‘Talk Story’ session, a Cultural Village walk and stargazing activities.
Shopping
The newly debuted collection of one-of-a-kind luxury boutiques at Manele Bay incorporate of-the-moment women’s, men’s, children’s accessories, jewelry and home décor items,. Perfect for last minute gifts or getting a sneak peak on the coming season’s fashion at festive Trunk Shows held throughout the holiday period.
Spectacular Events
From Holiday Tea and nightly hot chocolate in the Great Hall to Sunset Sabering at VIEWS, the Resorts have a number of tempting events on offer. Enjoy special dining options at the Resorts including at the newly redesigned NOBU LANA’I as well as festive events such as a Family Holiday Lu’au, Hulopo’e Beach Bash and a Krug New Year’s Eve Celebration. Ring in the New Year with highlights including:
• Live performances by Brenna Whitaker and her Little Big Band. Credited with being a key influencer in the resurgence of the jazz scene in Los Angeles, Brenna is with Verve Records owned by Universal Music Group and known as the go-to girl in Hollywood for exclusive, private events, performing at countless star-studded occasions and weddings.
• Fireworks sky concert. The evening will light up with a dazzling 15-minute explosive show by Pyro Spectaculars by Souza, master pyrotechnicians behind the Macy’s 4th of July fireworks, various global sporting events and more. Guests will have prime viewing from Hulopo’e Beach right in front of Four Seasons Resort Lana’i at Manele Bay.
• Dancing and a Krug champagne toast at midnight.
In addition experience our unmatched diversity of activities outside the resorts: sporting clays, horseback riding, hiking and off-road adventures as well as an array of top-rated ocean sports, including snorkeling, scuba diving or beachcombing on some of Hawai’i’s most pristine beaches.
Holiday Rates
At Four Seasons Resort Lana’i at Manele Bay start at $979 per night for Classic rooms $979; newly redesigned rooms start at $1,450 per night; minimum length of stay varies by time frame. At Four Seasons Resort L?na’i, The Lodge at Koele, rooms start at $650 per night, no minimum stay requirements, non-refundable deposit due at the time of booking.
Festive menus and information can be found at Four Seasons Resorts Lanai Festive. Reservation requests for dining and activities can be made by phoning+1 (808) 565-2388, email at ambassador.manele(at)fourseasons.com.
Four Seasons Resorts Lana’i, located on a pristine island a few miles west of Maui reflecting a simpler pace of life and the spirit of old Hawai’i, features Manele Bay and The Lodge at Koele. Guests can enjoy two exceptional experiences on one island – a quintessential beach resort and a charming upcountry lodge offering unique cultural adventures, myriad water and land activities, luxury retail shopping and world-class tennis and golf. For more information, or to make a reservation, please contact Four Seasons at 1-800-321-4666, visit www.fourseasons.com/lanai/ or join our online communities at Facebook @FourSeasonsResortsLanai, Twitter @fslanai and instagram @fslanai.
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Kristen Hunter
Hunter Public Relations
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