Kanaloa added to Castle portfolio
Kanaloa added to Castle portfolio
Castle Resorts & Hotels has added Kanaloa at Kona to its growing resort portfolio.
Effective July 1, the full-service hotel and resort management company replaces Outrigger Hotels and Resort as manager of the Big Island resort.
“Kanaloa at Kona is a great addition for Castle Resorts & Hotels,” said President and COO Alan Mattson. “It offers a spectacular oceanfront location overlooking Keauhou Bay, private condominiums and an outstanding selection of amenities that will appeal to families, couples and honeymooners looking for an authentic Hawaiian vacation.”
Situated on 17 private acres of award-winning tropical landscape, the gated residential condominium community offers a home away from home feel with all of the perks of an intimate oceanfront resort. The property offers fully furnished one- and two-bedroom condominiums with full kitchens, separate living and dining areas, washers and dryers, spacious lanais and high-speed wireless Internet.
The beautifully landscaped grounds include three swimming pools, two lighted tennis courts, whirlpool spa, five barbecue grills and recreation areas. Nearby, the Keauhou Shopping Village offers more than 40 shops and restaurants.
Kanaloa at Kona by Castle Resorts & Hotels is the company’s sixth property on the Big Island and 22nd property overall.
Brewery on list of nation’s best
A toast to Hilo’s very own Hawaii Nui Brewing Co., which was listed as the best brewery in Hawaii by VacationHomeRentals.com
VacationHomeRentals.com, a TripAdvisor company, recently published a list of the top wineries and breweries in every state, and based on industry research and traveler feedback, Hawaii Nui Brewing Co. is among the nation’s best.
To view the full list of establishments that were recognized, visit http://www.vacationhomerentals.com/blog/the-best-wineries-breweries-in-every-state-in-the-usa/
Moody radio 91.9 FM off air
Listeners to Moody Radio programming on 91.9 FM in Hilo are hearing the “sounds of silence” as the station begins preparations for rebuilding the station this summer.
Moody Radio’s current satellite feed in Hawaii ended May 31. An alternative satellite feed is being planned, as well as a new antenna system designed to improve reception inside homes and businesses throughout the Hilo area. The target date for completing the Moody Radio 91.9 FM rebuild project is late summer 2015.
In the meantime, Moody Radio listeners are encouraged to listen by downloading the Moody Radio app or going online at www.moodyradio.org. More information about Moody Radio in Hilo can be found online at www.moodyradio.org/hilo.
Dinell takes helm at Hawaii Coffee Co.
Longtime hospitality industry veteran Daniel Dinell was named president of Hawaii Coffee Co., Hawaii’s largest coffee roaster. He replaces Jim Wayman, who retired earlier this year.
Dinell has more than 20 years experience in the hospitality industry. Most recently, he served as vice president of regional marketing and development at Hilton Grand Vacations, where he oversaw Oahu and Korea sales and marketing operations, customer relationship management and strategic partnerships.
Based in Kalihi, Oahu, Hawaii Coffee Co.’s primary brands are Lion Coffee, Royal Kona Coffee, Royal Hawaiian Coffee and the Hawaiian Islands Tea brand.