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Hotel Management Company Aqua-Aston Hospitality Announces Brand Updates for Fall 2023, Expands Footprint in North America

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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HONOLULU, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hotel management company Aqua-Aston Hospitality, operating more than 25 properties in Hawaii, Arizona and Costa Rica, announces key updates for fall 2023:

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  • Aqua-Aston Hospitality shifted to bulk bathroom amenities across its Hawaii properties, eliminating 5.5 million pieces of single-use plastic waste from operations.
  • The brand seeks to help further limit single-use plastic by providing complimentary tote bags and reusable water bottles to A-List subscribers.
  • Aqua-Aston Hospitality is combatting local hunger by holding its annual Harvest for Hunger food drive through November 30, 2023.
  • With one in six people across the state struggling with food insecurity, this initiative puts food on tables in Hawaii.

Citizens Against Government Waste Releases 2023 Congressional Pig Book

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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Today, Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW) released its 2023 Congressional Pig Book , the 31st edition of the group’s exposé on pork-barrel spending.

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  • Today, Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW) released its 2023 Congressional Pig Book , the 31st edition of the group’s exposé on pork-barrel spending.
  • CAGW President Tom Schatz was joined in a virtual press conference on CAGW’s Facebook Live by Rep. Tom McClintock (R-Calif.).
  • 2023 Congressional Pig Book facts:
    The 2023 Congressional Pig Book exposes $26.1 billion in earmarks in fiscal year (FY) 2023, an increase of 38.1 percent from the $18.9 billion in earmarks in FY 2022.
  • The 2023 Congressional Pig Book is a must read and shows why bringing back earmarks is a slap in the face to every taxpayer.”
    Citizens Against Government Waste is the nation’s largest nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating waste, fraud, abuse, and mismanagement in government.

Aqua-Aston Hospitality Announces New Initiatives and Guest Amenities for 2023

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023
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HONOLULU, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Aqua-Aston Hospitality – boasting more than 25 properties in Hawaii, Arizona and Costa Rica – introduces a slate of new experiences and offerings for travelers in 2023. Over the past year, the destination-driven company has continued to advocate for sustainability and responsible travel by making brand-wide shifts at their hotels and resorts in Hawaii. The Aqua-Aston Hospitality portfolio is also seeing exciting growth across the Pacific with the debut of Botánika Osa Peninsula, Curio Collection by Hilton in Costa Rica, in addition to new on-site programming and an AAA-Four Diamond and Inspector's Best's 'Inspected Clean' designation at ADERO Scottsdale Resort. Noteworthy updates include:

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  • Known for leading Hawaii's reef-safe movement with the launch of #ForOurReef , the management group continues to be a forerunner for environmental change in the hospitality industry.
  • Most recently, Aqua-Aston Hospitality completed a shift away from single-use plastic at all properties with the introduction of bulk bathroom amenities in partnership with Hotel Emporium .
  • Reflective of Aqua-Aston Hospitality's #ForOurReef initiatives, the company's hotels and resorts in Hawaii debuted new uniforms in partnership with Honolulu-based resort wear brand Tori Richard.
  • Beyond offering admission to guests, Aqua-Aston Hospitality also sponsors special, limited-time exhibitions on-view throughout the year.

ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki Once Again Named A Five-Star Recommended Hotel Alongside its Restaurant, Mugen, In Forbes Travel Guide's 2023 Star Awards

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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HONOLULU, Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forbes Travel Guide ("FTG"), the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and ocean cruises, today announced its 2023 Star Awards, recognizing ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki and its French-Japanese fine dining restaurant, Mugen, with its coveted Five-Star Hotel and Restaurant Awards for the second year in a row. The first and only hotel statewide to earn two five-star ratings in the same year in both the hotel and restaurant categories, ESPACIO is the leading luxury experience in Hawaii.

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  • Inspired by the Japanese art of omotenashi, ESPACIO offers its guests highly personalized service in which every guest's need is anticipated.
  • ESPACIO also partners with local and luxury brands to provide guests with an all-encompassing experience on Oahu.
  • "Travel is in an incredible position for continued growth, as people prioritize authentic, in-person experiences," says Amanda Frasier, President of Ratings for Forbes Travel Guide.
  • Forbes Travel Guide is the world-renowned authority on excellence in hospitality, and ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki is the latest addition to its illustrious annual Star Rating list.

Booz Allen Opens Additional Hawaii Facility to Support Critical Indo-Pacific Missions

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Monday, December 13, 2021
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Booz Allen has had a presence in Hawaii since 1961 when the firm worked with Kamehameha Schools to develop a strategy for the future.

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  • Booz Allen has had a presence in Hawaii since 1961 when the firm worked with Kamehameha Schools to develop a strategy for the future.
  • Booz Allen Hawaii has been a longtime hub of volunteerism and community support in the region.
  • Booz Allen also supports Hawaii FIRST Robotics by volunteering, providing grants and fostering an on-island tech talent pipeline.
  • Learn more about Booz Allens Honolulu and Indo-Pacific presence and how we help support our clients critical missions in the region.

Hawaiian Legacy Reforestation Initiative Completes Master Featherwork Art Replica of Cloak and Helmet Worn by Hawaiian High Chief Kahekili

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Friday, December 3, 2021
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HONOLULU, Dec. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The nonprofit Hawaiian Legacy Reforestation Initiative (HLRI) and Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk have today unveiled a historic one-of-a kind Hawaiian featherwork collection, Ahu ula O Kahekili.

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  • HONOLULU, Dec. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The nonprofit Hawaiian Legacy Reforestation Initiative (HLRI) and Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk have today unveiled a historic one-of-a kind Hawaiian featherwork collection, Ahu ula O Kahekili.
  • Created by renowned Hawaiian featherwork artist Rick San Nicolas, the cloak and helmet of Hawaiian High Chief Kahekili was inspired by the painting Aha ula O Kamehameha Kunuikea by Brook Kapukuniahi Parker, artist and Hawaiian historian.
  • San Nicolas is one of only a few known practicing ancient Hawaiian featherwork artisans in the world.
  • It is such an honor to work on this project, and it represents a critical continuation of Hawaiian featherwork.

Chef Works sponsors the Hawai'i Food & Wine Festival for Their Eleventh Year on O'ahu

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Wednesday, October 27, 2021
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Hawai'i Food & Wine Festival finishes it's 11th annual Festival with three events on the island of Maui, December 8-11, 2021.

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  • Hawai'i Food & Wine Festival finishes it's 11th annual Festival with three events on the island of Maui, December 8-11, 2021.
  • Chef Works has been collaborating with the Hawai'i Food & Wine Festival team for over 11 years when the event series was simply an idea in the making, aiming to support local chefs and charities on O'ahu.
  • Stay connected with the Hawai'i Food & Wine Festival via https://hawaiifoodandwinefestival.com or follow HFWF on Twitter and Instagram at @HIFoodWineFest and on Facebook @HawaiiFoodandWineFestival.
  • About Chef Works: Chef Works is the global leader in culinary and hospitality apparel with unrivaled distribution in more than 90+ countries.

NĀ KOA Leather Launches New Wallets with Tattoo Art by Award-Winning Polynesian Tattoo Artists

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Friday, May 21, 2021
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He combined French Polynesian and some Hawaiian motifsto create a forward-looking tiki face.

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  • He combined French Polynesian and some Hawaiian motifsto create a forward-looking tiki face.
  • Look closely, and you\'ll seetiki ears and enata to represent tiki eyes.The shark teeth motif adds strength and Che\'s take on the koru fern motif further points to the future.\n"N KOA was started as a labor of love," says Andrea Buter, the founder of the brand.
  • "At the time, I couldn\'t be sure that tattoo artists with a deep understanding of the cultural significance of Polynesian tattoos would give me the time of day, let alone create original art for N KOA.
  • The art gets placed on leather using a proprietary process that makes the art completely durable yet preserves the characteristic touch of the genuine, quality leather.\nN KOAproducts can be found at www.nakoa.com and across Hawaii in stores that offer Hawaiian and Polynesian cultural products, including the Pacifica shop at the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum in Honolulu.\n'