San Francisco - Golden Gate Bridge

Effervescent San Francisco more than lives up to its name, with hills and waterfront framed by the epic Golden Gate Bridge – and those cable cars!  Take the Powell-Hyde cable car to Nob Hill with breathtaking views of the Bay, a ferry to Alcatraz Island combines the experience of solitary confinement with spectacular city views, stroll the vast Golden Gate Park, browse the designer boutiques around Union Square, visit Chinatown and Fisherman’s Wharf - just as you’ve seen them on the silver screen; or just people-watch at a sidewalk café on Columbus Avenue.  Indulge yourself in restaurants serving cuisines from every corner of the world.  And visit the glorious wine country of the Napa and Sonoma Valleys.

The Fairmont San Francisco:

World-renowned, The Fairmont Hotel presents an awe-inspiring picture of historic San Francisco. The grandeur of the fully-restored hotel coupled with its reputation for impeccable service promises a truly memorable experience.  Central to the Financial District, Union Square and Fisherman’s Wharf, the Fairmont Hotel is located at the only spot in San Francisco where each of the City’s cable car lines meet.  The Fairmont also offers two fabulous restaurants and lounges.  With a panoramic view of the City and the Bay from high atop Nob Hill, The Fairmont San Francisco holds an unmatched blend of elegance and superb service for an unforgettable stay.

The Fairmont San Francisco

From San Francisco take a flight on United Airways to Hawaii where Polynesia cultures collide with American enthusiasm.  You can relax, take it easy and enjoy the fine weather or explore the island and local scenery from Honolulu across the island to Sunset Beach.

The Kahala Hotel & Resort – Honolulu:

The Kahala Hotel & Resort is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, blending world class standards of pampered luxury with the traditions of Hawaii.  It enjoys a secluded location in Kahala, Oahu’s prime residential area, overlooking an 800ft stretch of beach and yet only 10 minutes’ drive from Waikiki.  This luxurious oceanfront resort features 343 rooms and suites, five stylish restaurants and a world-class spa.  Visit the leisure facilities, fitness centre, lush tropical gardens and the private lagoon with its own resident dolphins.  As Hawaii’s most luxurious and secluded beachfront hotel and resort, the tradition of impeccable service will make your vacation with The Kahala Hotel & Resort memorable in every way.

The Kahala Hotel and Resort Hawaii - Pool and Beach

The Kahala Hotel & Resort - Pool and Beach

The 343 beautiful rooms and sumptuous suites are a study in luxury. Every one is generously proportioned and furnished in traditional, turn-of-the-century Hawaiian style with a modern twist. All have the option of a romantic, four-poster bed and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Ko’olau Mountain Range, Diamond Head and Koko Head craters, or the tranquil Dolphin Lagoon.

The Kahala Hotel & Resort - Guest-Room

The Kahala’s five dining venues each offer their own unique ambience and style. Hoku’s is The Kahala’s award-winning restaurant, known for its service, innovative culinary style for contemporary island cuisine, and its breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. On the edge of the white sands of Kahala, the ocean-side, Plumeria Beach House is The Kahala’s open-air restaurant, ideal for casual dining and cocktails at sunset. The Veranda offers a beautiful patio setting for afternoon tea and live jazz entertainment. With a direct view of the Pacific Ocean, Seaside Grill is The Kahala’s pool and beachside restaurant, where guests can enjoy seafood and sandwiches with their toes in the sand. Tokyo-Tokyo offers authentic Japanese cuisine in an elegant tea-house setting. The ambience of Tokyo-Tokyo symbolises peace and harmony, while the menu seamlessly blends global inspirations with Japanese traditions.

The Kahala Hotel & Resort - Plumeria Beach House

The Kahala Spa is an unforgettable experience. It begins from the moment you are personally escorted through a private, lush garden to your residential-style suite. This is the vital first stage of a personal journey that helps you transcend from the cares of everyday life. And it sets the pace for what is to follow… The treatment rooms of the Spa Suites set new standards of luxury in Hawaii. Each enjoys 51 square metres of space and features a personal relaxation area, a changing area, a private shower, a signature infinity-edged soaking bath and a landscaped courtyard of native Hawaiian flora. Fabrics are rich in earthy shades of olive, mustard and walnut, accented by Asian artwork and handmade Hawaiian quilts; and throughout they capture the tropical ambience of Hawaii with their plantation shutter doors, warm wood flooring and island-style ceiling fans. Don’t take our word for it. Experience one of the finest spas in America. The pleasure is all yours!

Hawaiian Surf

Hawaii, a collection of emerald islands deep in the Pacific Ocean, makes up America’s 50th state. The islands are 2,000 miles away from any continent, so they take a little more work to get to, but, wow, is it worth it. By serendipity or design, Hawaii is a near flawless destination, offering honeymooners, families and thrill-seekers an exotic paradise that is as much a playground as it is a peaceful haven. The cities offer great restaurants, superb shopping and are the economic and cultural powerhouses of the individual islands, but beyond the joyful urban hustle and bustle lie acres of island splendour: verdant mountains, mammoth surf, secluded campgrounds, cavorting whales, cultural gems, active volcanoes, art museums and beautiful Pacific Ocean beaches. It’s an enchanting multicultural melting pot whose roots lie in Polynesia, Asia, North America, Asia, and Europe, and it’s an illustration of nature at its most luscious and divine.

With so much to see and do in this majestic state, it is a great idea to sample at least two of the islands. Oahu has Waikiki beach and Honolulu, while Maui has some unbelievable coastal driving, the Haleakala National Park and whale-watching while Kauai offers fabulous canyon hiking and kayaking in the Wailua River. Whether you choose to twist your way through waterfalls and coastal cliffs on the stunning road to Hana, hike to the rim of the spectacular volcanoes, spend the day sampling fresh mahi-mahi and cool Mai Tai cocktails, grab a surf board  or just lie on the beach listening to the crashing waves contemplating that life doesn’t get any better than this!

The Kahala Hotel & Resort is Hawaii’s legendary luxury resort, set on a secluded beach just ten minutes from the world-class shopping and entertainment of Waikiki. This legendary hideaway resort in Honolulu’s plush Kahala district is a favourite with presidents, international royalty and celebrities. From the moment you arrive, you will know that you are truly somewhere special.

This luxurious oceanfront resort features 338 rooms and suites, five stylish restaurants and a world-class spa. Visit the leisure facilities, fitness centre, lush tropical gardens and the private lagoon with its own resident dolphins. As Hawaii’s most luxurious and secluded beachfront hotel and resort, the tradition of impeccable service will make your vacation here memorable in every way.

The Kahala Hotel and Resort Hawaii Pool and Beach

Nestled among the lush foliage of rolling hills and a beautiful beachfront, in the midst of a century-old pineapple plantation, The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua provides that rare opportunity to experience a different view of Hawaii – one that hearkens back to unspoiled landscapes, breathtaking sunsets, and swaying coconut palms. Escape to a distinctly memorable tropical getaway, where world-class service converges with captivating island culture. Framed by two championship golf courses, this exclusive Kapalua Maui hotel is the annual home of the PGA Tour season-opening championship, offering a prestigious address, recognised throughout the world. Embrace the spirit of aloha within this Kapalua Maui beach hotel, the quintessential Hawaiian destination.

The Ritz Carlton Kapalua Hawaii View from Lobby

Intimate in size and individual in style, Hawaii Island’s serene Four Seasons Resort Hualalai exudes the warmth and spirit of the Big Island itself. Located on the exclusive Kona-Kohala coast, this magical, tropical oasis captures the essence of Hawaii’s golden age. It offers seclusion without isolation, complemented by an award-winning Sports Club & Spa plus a private Jack Nicklaus signature golf course. The Four Seasons Resort Hualalai offers 243 stylish rooms and suites in one and two-storey villa-style clusters, most with ocean views from a private patio or balcony.

Four Seasons Hualalai Lobby Exterior

Enjoy fine cuisine in the oceanfront Pahu i’a Restaurant; dine informally by the pool, or in the comfort of the Clubhouse. On hand are tennis, a championship golf course, three swimming pools, a unique lava rock pool (with snorkelling and scuba lessons), fashion boutiques, and a superb Sports Club & Spa. This showpiece resort captures the spirit of Hawaiian design, culture and tradition.