Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach Is Making Waves with Canoe for Two Package

Starting at $239 a night, guests can paddle into a great deal at one of the world’s most well-known beaches

WAIKIKI, HONOLULU, HAWAII – Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach guests can steer their way into an exhilarating experience when they man the oars of the hotel’s Canoe for Two Package. Now through December 21, 2011 two guests can enjoy the unique experience of surfing the famous Waikiki shore break on a Hawaiian outrigger canoe, with the Canoe for Two Package, starting at $239 per night.

Surfing the waves to surfing the net has never been easier, since the Canoe for Two Package, which includes a canoe ride for two guests, along with a photo CD of the session that’s easy to upload to email, Facebook or Twitter. A great value and a perfect trip memento for travelers, the Canoe for Two Package allows guests to quickly and easily share their favorite Hawaii experience with friends and family back home. 

“Our experienced steersmen have been sharing the exhilaration of outrigger canoe surfing in Waikiki’s popular shore break, ‘Canoes,’ with guests for years,” said Patsy Narimatsu, director of sales & marketing for Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach. “We want to continue to bring this unique cultural experience to showcase the waves that make Waikiki an iconic destination to guests from across the globe.

Outrigger canoe surfing is one of the earliest and purest forms of surfing, as the native-to-Hawaii canoes gracefully catch each surge for the ultimate adrenalinerush. Experienced steersmen navigate through surfers and stand up paddlers, as the 400-pound canoe carves through turquoise troughs. While waiting for surf, paddlers often spot turtles, dolphins and tropical fish from the canoe and the setting boasts spectacular views of Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach. The safety of the canoe and experience of the steersmen make canoe surfing a perfect family-friendly activity, as guests of all ages are taught to paddle and provided lifejackets.

Perfectly situated on central Waikiki Beach, overlooking famed surf break “Canoes,” Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach is the ideal base for ocean enthusiasts to enjoy unparalleled Hawaiian hospitality. Guests can learn more about the traditional Hawaii outrigger canoes by visiting the second floor lobby, which is home to an authentic refurbished Koa canoe and display of the Hawaiian navigation system.

Guests of the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach can also enjoy the Fee Free Escape program, which offers an array of complimentary amenities including free high-speed Internet access, free local and long-distance domestic telephone calls to the U.S. Mainland and Canada, daily newspaper, use of the fitness center (open 24 hours) and various cultural activities and much more.

The Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach Canoe for Two Packagestarts at $239 per room, per night, for two persons sharing and is available through December 21, 2011. Additional room nights can be purchased at the hotel’s Best Available Rate. Rates and specials cannot be combined with other offers and are subject to availability and change. Additional restrictions may apply. Hotel reservations can be made by contacting your preferred travel agent or call toll free 1-800-OUTRIGGER (1-800-688-7444) within the United States, Guam and Canada. Elsewhere call direct to 303-369-7777 (long distance charges apply). Or, visitwww.outriggerwaikiki.com or e-mail reservations@outrigger.com.

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