Happy Holidays Everyone!

Aloha and Happy Holidays Everyone!

So today we "officially" mark the final holidays season of 2010! Thanksgiving is behind us, and the crazy days of Christmas are here!

I have just returned from my beautiful Island of Kauai. Such peace there, and true spirit of Aloha. Despite the new growth on this island (which I am really not a fan of for sure) the essence of pure Hawaii prevails. With out a doubt Kauai is still the island... "that looks exactly like what people think Hawaii is supposed to look like, if they have never been there before!"

My home base for this stay was new for me! I stayed at the amazing new Westin Princeville Ocean Villas. My wonderful friend (Lindsay Foreman, Sales Manager extraordinaire!) and all the staff, took great care of me! I had some issues, which most would not have encountered! But because I was on island for business, my situation was different. Anyway... the staff at the Westin was the BEST! From the front desk to housekeeping exceeding any of my expectations! (Which is saying a lot- I have stayed at some of the very best!) Also a special- two thumbs up- to the restaurant on site... Nanea! The food is expertly prepared, the presentations were gorgeous, and I was very pleased! Mahalo nui loa... to all of my new ohana at the Westin Princeville!

While on island I also visited the brand new ... St. Regis at Princeville! If ever there was a place of dream vacation stays, this is that place! Not at all "pretentious", as some may want to think! Just absolute luxury, five star service, amazing food, and views... to die for! They have embraced the Hawaiian culture and history while providing the ultimate experience, in the perfect location!

I need to also mention my "home away from home"... the beautiful and all new and fresh, Grand Hyatt Kauai! It was a bitter sweet visit, as this is usually where I stay when on Kauai. But this gorgeous resort has ALL new rooms- and even I was impressed! With the perfect location in Poipu, this resort hotel is one for serious consideration if visiting Kauai!

In closing I just want to repeat for emphasis... any vacation you plan should be first and foremost about the "experience", not the price! Which is of course why allowing an expert- a Certified Travel Consultant- help you plan that trip, should be a part of your plan!

Just a few thoughts from this professional.