New Kapuala Spa opens in Maui, Hawaii

Spanning over five acres in the heart of Maui’s Kapalua Resort, the brand new Kapalua Spa pays respect to Kapalua’s unique sense of place and incorporates the healing benefits of the ocean in everything from its signature treatments to tranquil seaside décor.

“Kapalua Spa embraces the healing properties of the ocean and our beautiful natural surroundings. Walking into the spa is like entering an elegant, open air beach house – everything from the tropical wood and sea glass interiors to the expansive views and personalized amenities -- the beauty of the ocean and its calming properties are seen in details big and small,” said Spa Director, Crystal Poe-Cabatbat.

Overlooking serene Kapalua Bay, Kapalua Spa’s 30,000-square-foot facility mirrors its environment with 19 treatment rooms, including 10 outdoor hale (bungalows), three private stone soaking tubs and dual treatment space for couples. At Kapalua Spa guests can take advantage of sauna, steam room, whirlpool and a cold rain shower in each of the men’s and women’s relaxation lounges. In addition, guests enjoy the services of a beauty salon, spacious movement studio, the island’s only spa-dedicated saline lap pool and sunning deck as well as fitness facilities with state-of-the-art cardio, strength and full-range-of-motion Kinesis Circuit System. A juice bar – which will feature natural and organic beverage and snack selections – as well as a spa boutique with skin care lines and gifts, will also be available for visitors.

http://www.spasofamerica.com/spas/kapalua

Moana Lani Spa, Moana Surfrider - The "First Lady of Waikiki"

With dramatic Diamond Head as a backdrop, and against the rolling shore of Waikiki Beach, the casually-elegant Moana Surfrider has been a long-time favorite to travelers visiting Hawaii. And now it’s gotten that much better. Originally know as the Sheraton Moana Surfrider, the property has officially been re-branded as the Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa. The resort underwent a total transformation and is the first Westin property on the island of Oahu.

Since Summer of 2007, guests have re-entered this historical structure and been welcomed by a revitalized lobby featuring hardwood floors, new furniture and lighting fixtures. All of the Moana’s guest rooms have been updated with Westin’s signature Heavenly Bed as well as new flat-screen televisions.

But its been since Fall of 2008, that has made the “First Lady of Waikiki”, truly unique with the launch of Moana Lani Spa - the first and only beachfront spa in Oahu. The beautiful property features over 17,000 square feet of spa to relax, refresh and rejuvenate. Featuring 14 treatment rooms, the spa includes two couple’s massage rooms and a 1,400 square foot workout facility overlooking Waikiki’s famous Kalakaua Avenue. A wide selection of authentic Hawaiian-influenced treatments and services are available to pamper and invigorate the weariest of travelers. The not-to-miss women’s and men’s wet areas including sauna, steam, whirlpool, and relaxation lounges overlook the sand, surf, sun and sounds of Waikiki Beach.

After your treatment retire poolside under the shade of the hotel’s historic banyan tree at the Moana’s signature Banyan Veranda restaurant. Perfect timing for a Mai Tai... Aloha!

Moana Lani Spa, Moana Surfrider