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Aston at Poipu Kai as an ideal fall getaway
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ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki is one of the best places to visit
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Aqua-Aston Hospitality properties are saving coral reefs
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Jennie Garth spotted at ESPACIO, Honolulu’s new ultra-luxe hotel
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Aston at the Whaler on Kaanapali Beach provides guests with hotel-style extras
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The Surfjack provides guests with free reef-safe sunscreen
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A preview of ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki
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Aston Kaanapali Shores is the ideal place to dive into leisure and vacation reading
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Tips on visiting Hawaii in a sustainable way and applause for the Surfjack’s efforts
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Aqua-Aston names Duane Dickson as new GM at Tuscana Resort Orlando by Aston and The Fountains at ChampionsGate
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Aqua-Aston names Duane Dickson as new GM at Tuscana Resort Orlando by Aston and The Fountains at ChampionsGate
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30+ Cocktails for National Tequila Day 2019
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Luxury experiences are unrivaled at ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki
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ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki presents a new level of luxury
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Aqua-Aston Hospitality’s insights behind third party managers of condo-hotels
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Aston Kaanapali Shores has one of the most awe-inspiring oceanfront accommodations in the world
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Have a relaxing poolside bachelorette party at the Surfjack
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Fish Taco Chronicles shared highlights of their trip to Crocodile Bay Resort
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Red Tricycle shared how guests can visit Waikiki Beach and the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum for free during their stay at Ewa Hotel
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Ed Skapinok, SVP, Sales Marketing and Reservations for Aqua-Aston Hospitality, shared the importance of LGBTQ equality for luxury travel brands with Travel Pulse
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Volcano House and Aston Kaanapali Shores were named to PopSugar’s “20 Best Kid-Friendly Resorts in Hawaii”
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Smart Meetings suggested that Crocodile Bay Resort visitors interact with exotic rainforest creatures for a meeting activity
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Cheapism wrote how an affordable beach getaway is in reach at Aqua Aloha Surf Waikiki
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TravelAge West highlighted Ed Kenny’s restaurant, Mahina & Sun’s, located in The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club, as an authentic, locally sourced dining experience
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Forbes shared how you can turn your Hawaii vacation into a source for good at The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club
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Sports Fishing Magazine featured Crocodile Bay Resort as a top destination for inshore and offshore family-fishing fun
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ABC News mentioned Aqua-Aston Hospitality’s sponsorship for the first inaugural World Reef Day event, where light was shed on the state of coral reefs worldwide
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Hotel Management highlighted Aqua-Aston Hospitality’s new portfolio addition, CopperWynd Resort & Club located in Scottsdale, Arizona
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Honolulu Magazine shared how the public can celebrate World Reef Day celebrations supported in part by Aqua-Aston Hospitality
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HOTELS mentioned the announcement of Aqua-Aston Hospitality newly managing CopperWynd Resort & Club
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Hotel Interactive informed readers on Aqua-Aston Hospitality’s newly managed property CopperWynd Resort & Club, located in Scottsdale, Arizona
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The Government Center Gazette & Van Nuys New Press shared how Hawaii visitors can experience redefined luxury at ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki or 1960s style at The White Sands Hotel this summer
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CopperWynd Resort & Club, in Scottsdale’s Living Desert, is Aqua-Aston Hospitality’s First Managed Resort in Arizona
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National Geographic shared how sustainable travelers can explore responsibly with Aqua-Aston Hospitality’s reef-friendly “eco kits”
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Stay in style at the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club, named in Sunset’s “10 Modern Motor Lodges Worth a Stay”
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Mr. Hudson shared how travelers can eat sustainability at The Surfjack’s on-site restaurant, Mahina & Sun’s
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Pacific Business News highlighted ESPACIO, THE JEWEL OF WAIKIKI’s new ultra-luxe accommodations opening in September
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The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club is “taking branded products to the next level” and Forbes agreed
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TravelAge West highlighted the exclusive amenities and true luxurious experiences available at ESPACIO THE JEWEL OF WAIKIKI
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Travel Weekly shared, in a stand alone piece, how ESPACIO THE JEWEL OF WAIKIKI plans to modernize and redefine luxurious travel
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Hi-tech guest experiences meet luxury at ESPACIO THE JEWEL OF WAIKIKI according to Smart Meetings
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Family Finds Fun! highlighted Easter happenings at Aston Kaanapali Shores’ Easter Egg Hunt event
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JustLuxe shared how The Surfjack’s Penthouse patio is an ideal spot to spend extra time under Waikiki’s sun
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Thoughtful amenities make The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club an affordable, hip Waikiki accommodation, according to TODAY
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Travel Pulse shared how you can celebrate the first inaugural World Reef Day with Aqua-Aston Hospitality on June 1st
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Worth celebrated female-founded Aston Waikiki Circle Hotel and the legacy of hotel’s past owner, Emma Kwock Chun
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Dine featured the Pagoda Hotel as a place to stay for those looking to explore Oahu’s YO-257 shipwreck
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The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club is the perfect destination for globetrotting foodies according to Food Network
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Before turning 50, Reader’s Digest suggested that travelers experience swimming in Lake Tahoe at Aston Lakeland Village Beach & Mountain Resort
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Travel Agent Central shared how visitors can bike around Honolulu with Aqua-Aston Hospitality’s free Biki bike rental package
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Stay in the midst of beautiful mid century modern style at the Surfjack Hotel - recommended by Galerie Magazine
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Experience “Luxurious Maui Hotels” at the Whaler on Kaanapali Beach
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Stay at the Surfjack and dine at Mahina & Sun’s while checking out amNewYork’s Oahu road trip guide recommendations
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Marie Claire shared recommendations for where to stay on Oahu. Hint - they’re both Aqua-Aston Hospitality properties
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Domino shared how Aqua-Aston Hospitality put the concept of “hip” in hostel with the renovation of Ewa Hotel in Waikiki
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Break Out of the Shell” and dine at Mahina & Sun’s - one of Sunset Magazine’s Oahu recommendations
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Travel + Leisure named Volcano House a great stargazing destination with clear skies
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Family Vacation Critic included Volcano House in an article featuring national park lodging for summer 2019
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Stay in 1960s style at The White Sands Hotel, and brunch at Mahina & Sun’s in the Surfjack Hotel during your stay in Honolulu - the eclectic island metropolis, according to PureWow
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Read about taking an ultimate journey to ESPACIO in Waikiki, Hawaii in South DIGS Magazine’s column, “Ultimate Journeys”
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U.S. News & World Report featured ESPACIO Hotel in Honolulu as the ultimate luxury experience for hot, new hotels in 2019
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In a feature on Kauai, Hawaii, Coastal Living highlighted The Aston at Poipu Kai as the perfect condo-style accommodations to book during winter travels
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Journey Era shared how travelers can experience Waikiki and nearby hikes at an affordable price during their stay at Ewa Hotel Waikiki
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Journey Era shared how adventurous hikers can stay affordably at Ewa Hotel Waikiki
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Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Association featured Aqua-Aston Hospitality in their newsletter since the company was recognized with the Gold Award in the Leadership in Corporate Social Responsibility category at the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International Adrian Awards
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AAA Hawaii wrote that stars and a steaming crater are just some of the views travelers can experience at Volcano House.
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Honolulu Magazine included Aston at the Executive Centre’s Hukilau Sports Bar in a feature on places to kickback and watch the Super Bowl.
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Theresa van Greunen, senior director of corporate communications at Aqua-Aston Hospitality, was included in Pacific Business News’ list of 2019 “Women Who Mean Business” honorees.
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Umami crab fries are just one of the mouth watering options at Aqua Kauai Beach Resort’s Naupaka Terrace, according to the Winnipeg Free Press.
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Hotel News Now reported on how Aqua-Aston Hospitality stayed ahead of the digital trend by launching a newly redesigned website and personalized online travel experience
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Premium Travel Magazine included Waikiki’s only remaining walk-up hotel, White Sands Hotel, in a series of what’s new in the Hawaiian Islands
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According to Courier-Journal, a trip to Hawaii is more attainable than one imagined with affordable accommodations at Aston Waikiki Circle Hotel
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Find rest and adventure on the rim of Kilauea caldera at Volcano House, the only lodging option within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, according to Newsday
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The Los Angeles Times shared how Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, including Volcano House, were impacted and adjusted to changes during the period of Kilauea’s volcanic eruption
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Travel Weekly informed travelers on how Aqua-Aston Hospitality “Shared the Aloha” with discounted room rates and events during their 70th year celebration
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Experience nostalgia and throw it back to the 1960’s at White Sands Hotel in Waikiki - named as a place to go and see in 2019 according to Traveller Australia
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Stargazing and unparalleled volcano views are just some of the nature adventures guests can experience at Volcano House and CNN Travel agreed
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BD Outdoors highlighted Crocodile Bay Resort in a feature on the PanAmerican Roosterfish Tournament
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Travel Pulse featured Aqua-Aston Hospitality in a standalone piece that highlighted the company's continued support of the LGBTQ community
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The appointment Fred Mayo to the role of General Manager at Aston at the Maui Banyan generated several trade placements
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Aqua-Aston Kicks Off #ShareTheAloha 70th Commemoration Campaign
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Aqua-Aston Hospitality's Cyber Monday deal generated several headlines
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KHON TV highlighted Aqua-Aston Hospitality's #ShareTheAloha 70th Commemoration Campaign
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Luxury Travel Magazine suggested ringing in the New Year on one of The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club penthouse lanais, and recommended Mahina & Sun's and Olive & Oliver as spots to hit on New Year's Day
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Fodor's Travel Featured Aqua-Aston Hospitality's reef-safe initiative in the 2019 Fodor's Go List, which positions Aqua-Aston as a leader for sustainability.
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L.A. Parenting highlighted Aqua Kauai Beach Resort and Aston at Poipu Kai in the feature titled "Doing Kauai the Right Way."
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USA Today included Aqua Kauai Beach Resort in the slideshow titled, "These fire pits are sizzling across the country."
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Majestic Disorder highlighted The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club amenities, Surfjack Sessions, and Olive & Oliver's, and recommended the hotel as "the place to stay on Oahu"
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The Globe and Mail included The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club as the place to stay, and complimented the hotel on its focus on its design
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MSN included Aqua Kauai Beach Resort in the roundup titled "20 Post-Thanksgiving Hotel Deals to Book Now."
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Lonely Planet mentioned Aqua-Aston Hospitality in the piece titled "The Pacific nation of Palau will ban sunscreens that harm coral reefs".
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A Passion and a Passport Included Aston Kaanapali Shores in "5 Days in Maui"
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Los Angeles Times Highlighted The Historic Re-opening Of Volcano House
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Like Coffee? Visit the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival and Stay Here
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Los Angeles Times: All the Reasons to Visit Volcano House Right Now
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Hawaii-Tribune Herald: Volcano House Back in Business Following
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Pacific Business News: Volcano House Back in Business Following Eruptions
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Crocodile Bay Resort named Best Family-Friendly Getaway
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Everything You Need to Know to Plan an LBGTQ-Friendly Hawaii Vacation
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Aston Kaanapali Shores featured in Travel Pulse
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Shermans Travel Reviews The Surfjack
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Aston Kaanapali Shore’s Open-Air Library Featured in Luxury Travel
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Delish Features Volcano House in This Unusual Write-up
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Romantics Love Lotus Honolulu at Diamond Head
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Aqua-Aston’s Lynette Eastman Named “2018 GM to Watch”
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Lotus Honolulu at Diamond Head Hosts Spooky Halloween Celebration
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San Francisco Chronicle Lauds Aqua-Aston’s Reef-Safe Initiative
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San Francisco Chronicle Touts Aqua-Aston Plastic-Free Initiative
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Aqua Kauai Beach Resort Named a “Dream Vacation Destination”
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Surfjack Named “Top Hotel In Hawaii” by Condé Nast Traveler
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Aston at the Maui Banyan has been featured in Wherever Family
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Skift featured AAH and Theresa van Greunen focusing on the #ForOurReef initiative.
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Skift featured Aqua-Aston in an article titled, "How Amazon and Netflix are Inspiring a New Generation of E-Commerce in the Hotel Industry."
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Vacations & Travel: This Australia-based travel outlet featured The Residences at Waikiki Beach Tower in the magazine's "Hotel Update" column of the Fall issue and online.
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Lesli Reynolds Executive Appointment Announcement
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Delta Sky Magazine featured the Surfjack in the June issue of Delta's in-flight magazine, Delta Sky.
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ELLE France included the Surfjack in a Hawaii destination guide as a the featured hotel
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Salt & Wind included the Surfjack and Mahina & Sun's in a food focused Hawaii travel guide titled, "Not Sure Which Hawaiian Island To Visit? Let Your Food Personality Lead You!"
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The Boston Globe ran a trend story focusing on memories travelers can actually "make" which highlights The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club's lei making classes.
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The Plunge featured and article titled, "Honeymoon Destinations on a Budget," which included the Aston Hotels & Resorts
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MSN published an article titled, "20 Idyllic Islands in the US" which features Kauai, and calls out Aqua Kauai Beach Resort as a top hotel.
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Delta Sky Magazine featured Aqua-Aston and Theresa van Greunen, Director of PR and Promotions, in the June issue of Delta's in-flight magazine, Delta Sky.
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Reader's Digest ran a story titled, "The Most Extravagant Hotel Pools in the World," which features the pool at The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club.
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Bridal Guide published a planning guide titled, "Aloha, Oahu: Plan Your Dream Honeymoon in Hawaii."
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Hawaii Hospitality featured Aqua-Aston news & updates in the June issue
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The Food Channel included the Surfjack in a roundup of restaurants and hotels taking part in the #skipthestraw movement as a straw-free cocktail option travelers can enjoy.
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AAH's Appointment of Lesli Reynolds to the role of Senior Vice President, Operations, was also covered:
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TravelTalk featured Aqua Kauai Beach Resort in an article focusing on Kauai and Oahu and showing why Hawaii is a great destination for adventurers of all ages.
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Southern Living Magazine Recommends Booking Your Stay At The Aqua Kauai Beach Resort or Aston Poipu Kai
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Forbes: Kilauea Volcano Eruption, Is It Safe To Travel To Hawaii?
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AFAR Newsletter featured Aqua-Aston Hospitality in an article titled "What Travelers Need to Know About Their Sunscreen."
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Bridal Guide Magazine Breaks Down The Best Oahu Island Has To Offer and Mentions The Surfjack
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Reader's Digest Gives Notable Mention to the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club, Waikiki, Oahu
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The Points Guy "Why Hawaii Just Banned Some Sunscreens."
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Star Advertiser: A Look At Who's On The Move On Oahu
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Travel Agent Central Reports on Chris Port Receiving the Role of Chief Development Officer
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Lodging Magazine Mentions Chris Port in "On The Move: This Week's Comings and Goings."
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Hotel-Online: Aqua-Aston Hospitality Appoints Chris Port as New Chief Development Officer
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Lonely Planet says Hawaii is set to be the first US state to ban coral-harming sunscreens and what Aqua-Aston is doing to help
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Afar Magazine Reports on the Hawaii Ban of Reef-Destroying Sunscreens and Hotels are Already Onboard
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Elite Daily: The Aqua Kauai Beach Resort is Mentioned As A Vibrant Place to Get Great Shots
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USA Today - Hawaii Travelers: Is It Safe to Visit Despite Volcano Eruption?
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Aqua-Aston Hospitality Appoints Chris Port As New Chief Development Officer
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Aqua-Aston Hospitality Appoints Alexander Dale Executive Chef at Aqua Kauai Beach Resort
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Aqua-Aston was recognized with industry awards 92 times in 2017
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ShermansTravel highlighted Kauai Beach Resort in a piece on hotels in Kauai for all types of travelers and budgets.
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Aqua-Aston Hospitality’s Fall Line-up For Traveling Families, Foodies, and Folks Who Love Art
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Aqua-Aston "Pool Parties, Camping, Fireworks and Summer Bites”
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Aqua-Aston Hospitality Adds Eco-friendly Central American Properties to its Management Portfolio
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Aqua-Aston Hospitality Names Senior Vice President, Sales, Marketing, and Revenue
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Park Shore Waikiki and Aston Waikiki Circle Featured in “Nine ways (most of which involve eating) to check out the real Honolulu."
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HAWAII Magazine Features Volcano House in “Witness Pele’s majesty from your bedroom at this unexpected lodge overlooking Halemaumau Crater.”
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Aqua-Aston Hospitality Recognized with 23 TripAdvisor Certificates of Excellence in 2017.
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23 Aqua-Aston Hospitality Hotels Receive TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
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Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club Featured on "Beach Bites with Katie Lee" Television Show
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VOGUE included Aqua Kauai Beach Resort in “5 Family-Friendly Vacation Spots (That Adults Will Like, Too)."
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The Zoe Report Gives Notable Mention to the Lotus Honolulu at Diamond Head in “The Ultimate Guide To The Hawaiian Islands.”
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VOGUE Called the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club’s ‘Wish You Were Here’ Pool One of Waikiki’s Most Instagram-able Attractions
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Condé Nast Traveler Gives Notable Mention to the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club
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Pool Parties, Camping, Fireworks and Summer Bites
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National Geographic Traveler Highlighted the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club as the Place to Stay in Waikiki
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San Diego Union-Tribune Promotes Aqua Ohia Waikiki in its Travel deals
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Lufthansa Magazine included Mahina & Sun’s restaurant at The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club in a round up about Hawaiian culture across the islands
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Travel Weekly posts “Aqua-Aston Hospitality launches 24-hour call center in Hawaii."
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Dwell.com posted a round-up article that included the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club
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People Magazine posted a round up article that highlighted the Aqua Kauai Beach Resort's impressive collection of koi
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Travel Weekly posted “Aqua Kauai Beach Resort hosts chef showdown,” which included a friendly cook-off between the resort Chef Rodman and visiting Chef Simeon.
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Travel Agent Central posted “Pitch These Hot Events to Hawaii Island-Bound Travelers,” a round-up that included the Merrie Monarch Festival
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Pacific Business News posted about the multimillion-dollar renovation the 435-room Aston Waikiki Sunset condominium hotel is undergoing.
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A Cocktail Hotline, Merrie Monarch Festivities, Changemakers Exchange, and much more!
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TravelAge West featured “How to Earn Commission Selling Hawaii Summer Travel” and included Aqua-Aston Hospitality’s vice president of sales, Robin Harlow
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Travel Weekly promoted Kauai Beach Resort’s new property refresh and its cultural activities
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Los Angeles Times ran “Fifth night free at Hilton properties in Hawaii,” which mentioned the Grand Naniloa Hotel—a DoubleTree by Hilton
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Conde Nast Traveler featured the lava flows and both Volcano House and the Grand Naniloa Hotel—a DoubleTree by Hilton were mentioned as some of the best places to stay
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Los Angeles Times: Mahina & Sun’s at Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club was voted the state’s best new restaurant for 2017
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Travel Agent Central highlighted Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club, Ilikai Hotel & Luxury Suites, Volcano House, and Lotus Honolulu as Aqua-Aston Hospitality’s five best hotels to pitch to millennials.
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Travel + Leisure featured Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club in its “2017 It List”
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Aqua-Aston Hospitality Receives 27 Readers’ Choice Awards
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Elite Daily included the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club in a piece on top 11 travel destinations for singles planning their next vacation
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Travel + Leisure included Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club in its list of best new hotels in the world
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Conde Nast Traveler included the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club in a round-up of ten last-minute Valentine’s Day getaways
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International Business Times mentioned Aqua Kauai Beach Resort and its ultimate Kauai honeymoon package in a piece on ten romantic getaways
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HAWAII Magazine recognized ten Aqua-Aston Hospitality properties in its annual Reader’s Choice Awards
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GQ called Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club a new, affordable and aggressively Instagrammable anti-resort in Hawaii.
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Elle Décor highlighted Kauai Beach Resort’s Naupaka Terrace as one of the 20 most romantic restaurants to swoon over this Valentine’s Day season.
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Harper’s Bazaar spotlighted the Surfjack in a piece on best honeymoon destinations in 2017.
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Vogue Australia called out Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club’s Mahina & Sun’s as one of the ten really good reasons to say “aloha” to Honolulu
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Condé Nast Traveler UK featured Olive & Oliver in a shopping guide to Honolulu, which also featured Surfjack as a top place to stay.
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Aqua-Aston Hospitality Launches Its First 24-Hour Call Center in Hawaii
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