Saturday, November 7, 2009

Aloha! Let Me Show You Around A Bit...

We bought our timeshare 7 years ago and I still love it. It was the Embassy Suites originally but it's changed names a few times since. It's now called Kaanapali Beach Resort. My husband has been a little disgruntled the last few years as it seems like they have kept taking things away i.e., breakfast buffet, happy hour, yet the yearly maintenance fee has gone up each year. I know, I know, these are petty things but we really miss them. Come to find out, there have been alot of complaints, especially about taking away happy hour. We're not drinkers but it was always fun to gather each day at 4:00pm to eat chips and drink our soft drinks. Lots of kids always running around, people playing cards, laughing, talking, just having fun and making memories. We've come here many times with friends and always with our kids and no matter what, 4:00pm sharp, we met for happy hour!

Regardless of the changes, good or bad, the property itself is still gorgeous. Let me show you around a bit.

While in Hawaii, you want a great pool and a great view of the ocean, and we've got both. The pool is very large and has a volleyball net, water slide, jacuzzi, and waterfall in the pool area. The beach is just steps away, just beyond the pool.


More pool area pictures. These pink cushions are a new addition to the lounge chairs. This is one of the "good" changes that has taken place.



There are at least 3, if not more, koi fish ponds on the grounds...



Across from the entrance is a grassy area with a white gazebo. This area is a perfect place for little ones to run around in, plus there always seems to be alot of picture taking going on in that area...




This pretty lady graces the lobby, in dedication to "Tutu"...past, present, and future. Tutu is Grandmother in Hawaiian.


The lobby and other places in the hotel are open and airy with comfy seating areas, like this one...


As you can see, the hotel is beautiful and very Hawaiian. Now you know why we love it so much. Even before the timeshare, this was our vacation choice. Our heart is here, memories were and are being made here, and for us, it's home.

Aloha!

12 comments:

Mari said...

It's just beautiful! What a wonderful place to relax.

Tanna said...

Beautiful! Maybe the owner's could organize a happy hour??? That does sound like such a wonderful tradition (not sure that is the right word... but, it does sound like something wonderful to look forward to and count on during your vacation time). The flowers are incredible! Aloha.

nanny said...

I got my pictures out last night, just to make sure of the spelling/ha We stayed at the Kaanapali Shores in 2007. I loved it. We sat on the deck outside the living area and watched the whales perform!!! I could have stayed at the room all day (but didn't...ha) The whales are well worth the trip...Have a great day, Linda, looking forward to more beautiful pictures!

Anonymous said...

So beautiful, hope you get your happy hour back!! Sue

wendy said...

Yup, I've been here every day haven't I. I told you I was going to be sticking around. This is as close as I'll ever get to Hawaii. (however, not paradise, paradise is where we are at that moment if we want it to be)
so you can make happy hour any hour you want while you are there----minus the chips and dip
anyway, such a gorgeous place.

Leigh of Tales from Bloggeritaville said...

Oh, Linda! You lucky girl! Heaven on Earth!

Darlene said...

What gorgeous pictures. I bet you DEFINITELY enjoy that each year....paradise on earth!

Joyce said...

I think it must be hard to take a bad picture in Hawaii...such a beautiful spot!

CB said...

That is just beautiful! You are so fortunate to be able to spend time in a place you love and have so many wonderful memories there. I hope there will be many more - Enjoy!

mommakin said...

Oh, Linda! This is just lovely!!!

Connie said...

I love the Kaanapali area. We've stayed in the timeshares on the golf course behind your place I think. Thanks for sharing and I know you are enjoying yourselves. There is nothing like Hawaii!!! (Although I do like to see a little more land! :)]

Connie

valerie said...

So beautiful!
I've been three times and have always stayed at The Whaler there on Kaanapali Beach.
Ohhh, I wanta go back. It's been too long.
Is it just you and your hubby this time?
Enjoy!!!