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– 63 – www.paradises.com — H a w a i i — W A I K I K I B E A C H M A R R I O T T R E S O R T & S P A Spanning 5.2 acres, the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa blends Marriott tradition with the aloha spirit creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere with genuine Hawaiian hospitality and ser vice. Tropical playground The resort is located in the pulse of Waikiki, just across the famed Kalakaua Avenue and Waikiki Beach, within leisurely walking distance from the International Market Place, Waikiki Aquarium, Honolulu Zoo and Kapiolani Park. The resort has recently undergone a $22 million transformation of its newly named Nanea Lobby, porte cochere, front desk registration as well as new interior design and furniture, a new 4K video monitor system, lighting f ixtures, water features and main ballroom and events rooms. The crowning touch of the multi-million dollar transformation is the 60x20-foot tall carved wooden artwork made by Hawaii artist, Kaiwi Nui Yoon, of Honolulu. The 1310-room resort features "beach house" inspired interiors that ref lect a stylish and fresh Hawaiian residential feel with private balconies to enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacif ic, majestic mountains or Diamond Head. All rooms are air-conditioned and offer one king-sized or two double beds with plush Marriott "Revive" bedding, television, coffee maker, direct dial telephone, in-room safe, refrigerator, hairdryer, in-room movies, iron with ironing board, complimentary Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Featuring stylish, locally sourced American cuisine with shared dishes served tableside, KBG Restaurant & Bar, in a stunning location overlooking Waikiki Beach, is home to Waikiki's best selection of whiskey and bourbon as well as an assortment of high-end craft cocktails. There are two outdoor swimming pools and an outdoor whirlpool next to the pool at the Paoakalani Tower. At the Kealohilani Tower pool deck, sunbathers will delight in cabanas and chaise lounges. Keep active in the state-of-the-art 24-hour fitness centre, or indulge at the Royal Kaila AVEDA Spa with an extensive menu of beauty and wellbeing treatments. Pro Surf School Hawaii, owned and operated by professional surfer Kai Sallas, has made the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa its home and offers classes at all levels for surf ing, stand-up paddleboarding and bodyboarding. 2552 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu, HAWAII 96815 USA Tel: +808 922 6611 Fax: +808 921 5255 Email: info@marriottwaikiki.com www.marriottwaikiki.com