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Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Gloriously revitalised, this natural tropical paradise offers more than ever to explore—with an acclaimed full-service spa, sports club, romantic beachfront dining, fashion boutiques and luxurious accommodations in addition to a Jack Nicklaus signature golf course. Set on the Big Island's exclusive Kona-Kohala Coast, this showpiece resort captures the essence of Hawaiian design, culture and tradition. Having firmly established itself as the prime destination for an exceptionally luxurious stay, Four Seasons Resort Hualalai's guestrooms, suites and villas offer stunning indoor-outdoor living areas, spacious balconies and commanding ocean views. Exotic woods, local art and natural textiles complement clean-line furniture that is accented with Hawaiian fabrics. The 28,000 square feet Hualalai Spa integrates tropical gardens with cool interior spaces. Guests are welcomed into a tranquil interior rich with dark tropical woods, high pitched woven ceilings and dappled sunlight falling through bamboo screens. The open-air garden invites guests to enjoy complimentary pre-treatment rituals by a quiet stream. Guests can choose from one of four outdoor areas to enjoy a spa experience which may include the signature apothecary treatment. With the guidance of their spa therapist, guests can choose from more than 20 local natural ingredients from Hawaiian sea salt to crushed macadamia nuts which are custom blended to create unique personalised spa treatments. The resort offers a wide range of dining options, from Italian/ Californian cuisine at Beach Tree to Asian-influenced seafood at Pahu i'a, to private romantic or family dinners on the beach. The culinary philosophy begins with ingredients from this island, and then beyond—ensuring the freshest, most sustainable ingredients available. Working with over 160 local farms, Big Island products account for approximately 75 percent of cuisine served at the resort. Activities abound, from hiking, helicopter tours, volcano viewings and watersports galore. The Alaka'i Nalu program leads guests in scuba, snorkelling, outrigger canoeing, whale watching, windsurfing, stand-up paddle boarding and more. There's even a three-day program for teenagers in which they learn all the basics to become a leader on the waves. Younger kids adore the complimentary Kids For All Seasons program and clubhouse. Sophisticated shoppers enjoy the three stylish boutiques with expertly chosen merchandise to complete the perfect resort experience. For a memorable Hawaiian holiday with excellent accommodation, great food and an exotic atmosphere look no further than Four Seasons Resort Hualalai. It is the first and only AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five Star resort on the Big Island of Hawaii. Tel: +1 808 325 8000 Fax: +1 808 325 8200 www.fourseasons.com/hualalai 72-100 Ka`upulehu Drive, Kailua-Kona HAWAII USA 96740 110 www.paradisesonline.com