Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, situated on award-winning Kā‘anapali Beach at iconic Pu‘u Keka‘a (Black Rock), has welcomed Vickie Chen as its new Director of Group Sales.
Waikiki's first hotel, the Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, today announced the completion of its landmark, multimillion-dollar resort-wide renewal. The comprehensive transformation ushers in a new era for the 125-year-old oceanfront icon while honoring its storied past. Spanning all 791 guestrooms across three distinct wings, the renovation also includes a refreshed historic lobby, a new oceanfront event venue, and the restoration of the Surfrider Wing name—marking the final chapter of a thoughtfully phased, resort-wide enhancement.
Fairmont Orchid, a luxury resort nestled along 32 oceanfront acres on the pristine Kohala Coast of Hawai‘i Island, is pleased to announce the appointment of Todd Temperly as General Manager. In this role, Temperly will provide strategic leadership across all resort operations, guest experiences, and team development at the iconic 540-room oceanfront property.
Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina announces the appointment of Jason de Vries as General Manager. A seasoned hospitality leader, de Vries brings more than two decades of experience with Four Seasons, spanning both city properties and resort destinations. In his new role, he oversees operations and management of the 370‑room oceanfront resort, set within the Ko Olina community on Oahu’s western coast.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua is pleased to announce the appointment of Courtney Conching as Director of Group Sales. With over a decade of expertise in the luxury hospitality sector, Conching will spearhead the resort’s efforts to drive high-impact group business through a unique lens of authentic Hawaiian culture and world-class sales expertise.In this role, Conching will oversee the resort’s comprehensive group sales strategy, focusing on the competitive luxury travel and incentive market and showcasing the property’s extensive indoor and outdoor meeting facilities. The resort boasts 290,000 square feet of versatile event space, highlighted by breathtaking oceanfront spaces and the newly redesigned Aloha Garden Pavilion, Maui’s premier open-air, indoor-outdoor event facility.
The Original Home of Modern Surf Culture Enters Its Most Defining Chapter Yet.
At the helm of the resort’s sales and marketing team is Stacy Manzo, the first team member to join the Hale Hōkūala Kauaʻi project, bringing more than 25 years of experience shaping the commercial strategy and brand growth for lifestyle and luxury hospitality destinations. A third generation Kauaʻi leader with deep ties to the island, Manzo’s career reflects a strong connection to Hawaiian values, community and sense of place. Manzo joined the project following her role as Director of Sales and Marketing from Koloa Landing Resort, and previously held a similar role at Hilton Garden Inn Waikiki Beach. Her experience spans a diverse mix of luxury, lifestyle and boutique hotels, where she has overseen brand positioning, market entry strategies, and long-term revenue growth. Early roles in resort operations and vacation travel helped establish a strong foundation in destination storytelling and experiential branding. Throughout her career, Manzo has demonstrated a proven history of growing group and catering revenue, leading high performing sales teams through periods of renovation and transition, and developing creative, market specific strategies across a portfolio of luxury and boutique hotels.
The Royal Sonesta Kaua’i Resort Lihue is pleased to announce the appointment of Monika Henry as general manager. A seasoned hospitality executive with more than two decades of experience leading luxury, lifestyle, and resort properties across the United States, Henry brings a strong track record of operational excellence, service innovation, and people-first leadership to one of Kaua’i’s premier beachfront destinations.
Courtyard® by Marriott Waikiki Beach announces the debut of its comprehensive, multi‑million‑dollar transformation, unveiling a refreshed experience across its expansive 405‑room property. Every guestroom redesigned to embody a modern yet relaxed island aesthetic, including the complete renovation of its 850-square-foot Penthouse, now reimagined as an elevated residential‑style retreat in the heart of Waikiki. Led by design firm //3877, the property‑wide revitalization introduces guests to a collection of new experiences: an open‑air lobby and lounge overlooking a lush pool oasis; the debut of CRATE, a convenient grab‑and‑go concept; signature dining at Aloha Amigo and Peppermint Café & Pool Bar; and the artisan aromas of Ali'i Coffee Co.
Award-winning hotelier Tetsuji “Tets” Yamazaki has been appointed general manager of the iconic Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort, continuing the resort’s 55-year legacy of distinguished leadership. His appointment became effective on March 28, 2026.
The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach has announced the appointment of Mr. Igor Bornosus as Director of Operations. In this position, he supports the General Manager in leading daily operations of the largest Ritz-Carlton Residences in the brand’s global portfolio with 552 rooms and suites, and more than 250 Ladies and Gentlemen in the areas of Front Office, Housekeeping, Guest Services, Guest Relations, Spa and Recreation, Loss/Prevention and Food & Beverage.
Today, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the appointment of Nicholas Kuhns as general manager of the 1647‑room Hilton Waikoloa Village, a premier oceanfront resort on Hawaii Island’s Kohala Coast. In this role, Kuhns will oversee all facets of the resort’s operations, including commercial strategy, guest experience, food and beverage, team member engagement, and the continued evolution of the property’s world‑class amenities.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the appointment of Jon Itoga as General Manager of Hale Hōkūala Kauaʻi, Curio Collection by Hilton, ahead of the resort’s planned fall 2026 opening.
Today, Hilton (NYSE: HLT), a global hospitality leader, announced plans for Hale Hōkūala Kauaʻi, Curio Collection by Hilton, marking the lifestyle brand’s first hotel in Hawai‘i, expected to open in fall 2026. Nestled within the Hōkūala Resort community on the island of Kauaʻi, the 210-room new-build hotel is owned by Silverwest Hotels and will be managed by Hilton.
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa proudly announces the completion of its full guestroom renovation, redefining the resort as the vibrant heartbeat of the Kohala Coast. With 297 newly reimagined rooms, guests can now immerse themselves in an elevated Hawaii Island experience where authentic Hawaiian hospitality meets modern island energy.
Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection has appointed Ross Kilkenny as Culinary Director of its renowned food and beverage program on the Kohala Coast. With over 22 years of experience across the West Coast, Kilkenny brings refined expertise to his new role leading the resort’s established culinary scene.
Hawaii Island's first resort, the iconic Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, originally envisioned by Laurance S. Rockefeller, proudly unveils its $180+ million, multi-phased renovation representing the most extensive transformation in the property's 60-year history. An Autograph Collection hotel and part of the expansive Mauna Kea Resort—which also includes The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort and Mauna Kea Residences—the reimagined Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is now fully open to welcome both returning and first-time guests, carrying forward Rockefeller's vision of harmonizing world-class hospitality with Hawai'i's natural beauty, cultural heritage, and environmental stewardship.
Prince Waikiki has appointed Maurice Copeland as Director of Food & Beverage, adding more than 30 years of hospitality expertise to its leadership team as the hotel strengthens its culinary and guest experience strategy.
Prince Waikiki, Waikiki's only all-ocean view hotel, has appointed Brooke Tadena as Executive Chef, marking a new era for the property's culinary program and reinforcing its commitment to hyper-local sourcing and sustainable practices that honor Hawaiʻi's natural bounty.
This February, Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection will unveil a refreshed stay experience with the debut of its newly renovated Oceanfront Suites, introducing an elevated open-air, residential-style retreat overlooking the Pacific Ocean.