Sheraton sponsoring triathlon
The Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa on Hawaii island is the title sponsor for the fourth annual Lavaman Keauhou Triathlon, scheduled for Nov. 18.
The competition includes a 1.5K ocean swim and 40K bike course followed by a 10K run. The race is open to elite triathletes, triathlon enthusiasts and relay teams of all ages and levels.
On Nov. 17 the Lavaman Keauhou Expo, featuring sports products and sponsor booths, will be held at the resort’s Keauhou Convention Center. The day’s events also include a LavaKids swim-run competition for ages 7 to 14 and a special LavaKids Dash for children under age 7.
For more information on the hotel, visit www.SheratonKeauhou.com.
Lavaman Keauhou information is available at lavamantriathlon.com/keauhou.
Scenic routes added, more sought
Two new routes have been designated as scenic Hawaii byways, and state officials are looking for nominations for others.
Scenic byways include routes for vehicles where sights can be seen or are close to the roadway. Corridors on Hawaii island and Kauai were recently given scenic byway designation, bringing Hawaii’s total to four.
The Big Island route travels along Highway 11 from Manuka State Wayside in Kona to the eastern end of the island at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. At 54 miles it’s the longest stretch of unspoiled natural scenery in the islands.
The state’s most recent byway is on Kauai, where a 19-mile route connects historical and cultural sites in the Koloa-Poipu area.
Nomination applications for other byways are due March 31. Information on how to nominate a site is at www.hawaiiscenicbyways.org.
King’s Village adds new activities
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa has added new cultural activities at King’s Village, 131 Kaiulani Ave.
The new activities include:
» Monday Farmers’ Market from 4 to 9 p.m. The event features fresh produce, baked goods and locally made items. The resort launched a Friday Farmers’ Market event a year ago. » Art Walk from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday.
The resort offers a Changing of the King’s Guard Show daily at 6:15 p.m.
The resort also offers a guided walking tour for guests and the public every Tuesday and Thursday at noon beginning at E Makani Eha on the second floor of the Diamond Head Tower. The tour takes visitors through the hotel and around the neighboring streets, and includes King’s Village. Admission to all activities is free. King’s Village is open daily from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
For more information, call 923-1234 or visit waikiki.hyatt.com.
Golf course reopens on Kauai
The top-ranked Princeville Prince Golf Course on Kauai’s north shore opened Thursday after a 13-month renovation.
The Prince Course greens fees for kamaaina are $100 for Hawaii state residents and $70 for Kauai residents. The standard green fee is $240. For complete rates and online tee time arrangements, visit www.princeville.com or call 826-5001 or toll-free 800-826-1105.
