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MEDIA ADVISORY
March 5, 2009          

Media Contact:        
Darlene Morikawa
Director of PR/Communications
dmorikawa@hvcb.org
808-924-0259
 
THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW BEGINS HAWAII GAME WEEK ON MARCH 9
 
WHAT:

The Ellen DeGeneres Show launches “Hawaii Game Week” on Monday, March 9. The week of fun games will wrap with a grand prize trip to Hawaii announced on air March 13. This dream Hawaiian holiday for two, courtesy of the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau (HVCB), includes luxurious hotel suites, first class airfare to Oahu and Hawaii’s Big Island, helicopter tour, and more. The lucky winners will depart almost immediately arriving in Honolulu on March 14 for an eight-day stay. A video of the winner’s vacation in Hawaii will be played live on the show upon their return. In addition, a home viewer will also win the same amazing trip and find out during the show on March 16. A benefit to the programming is that it airs during March sweeps.
 
WHEN:
 
March 9-13 and 16, 2009
3:00 p.m. HST
ABC Network, Oceanic Cable 6 and 86/Digital 1006
 
WHO:
 
The Ellen DeGeneres Show continues to be one of the most-watched daytime talk shows with more than 3 million viewers and has earned an impressive 25 Daytime Emmy Awards since its inception in 2003. Host Ellen DeGeneres delivers uplifting, inspiring, and hilarious experiences to viewers. Ellen’s talent, warmth, and insight have earned her recognition as a global entertainer and household name. Through her show, she brings her humor, personal warmth, insight, and talent for tackling topical issues into viewers’ lives with her distinctive style touching every aspect of the show.

HOW: 

“Hawaii Game Week” on The Ellen DeGeneres Show is a marketing initiative of HVCB in partnership with Hawaiian Airlines, The Royal Hawaiian (A Luxury Collection Resort), The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, and other Hawaii participants. Ellen will showcase the fun and excitement of a Hawaii vacation to a national television audience. The promotion will also include a follow-up video of the winner’s experiences in Hawaii that will air on the show; enchanting and inspiring destination branding visuals; Hawaii mentions throughout the week; a Hawaii-themed set; online presence on EllenTV.com; Hawaii trivia; and island entertainment to celebrate the grand prize winner. The show’s 400 audience members in attendance on March 16 will also receive a collection of unique gifts from each of the major islands.

  -pau-

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This was the first time for me seeing the sunrise on Haleakala and it was amazing! No other way to put it. The anticipation of seeing the sun break the clouds was worth the early wake up call (4 am), the windy drive up the mountain (about 1 hour from Pukalani), and the frigid cold (39 degrees plus some wind). BTW, that's the Big Island's Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa peeking through the horizon n the backdrop.
 
What a way to start a Super Bowl Sunday and cap off a great vacation on Maui.

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If you're planning a trip to Maui and Kapalua Resort, you need to call Adam Quinn, director of VIP relations, who is all about the fun and helping guest have a great time in West Maui. That's him above with Ensen on his shoulders.
 
Ensen and I just had a blast with him playing Disc Golf (yes, they have disc golf here...kind of like frisbee golf) which was super fun, as well as got a tour of the new three-hole golf course opening soon. So no excuses that you can't play golf because you don't have time. There's plenty of options now for fun.
 
Adam knows the Kapalua area inside and out and can get to places many can't for serious VIP tours. Sky is the limit when working with him. Ziplines, hiking, and golf are just some of the great activities here. Not to mention the hotels and restaurants here are fantastic too.
 
He said I could pass along his contact information. You can let him know I sent you. ;-)
 
Adam Quinn
Director of VIP Relations
Kapalua Resort
800 Office Road, Lahaina, HI 96761
adam.quinn@kapalua.com
http://www.kapalua.com
 
Having spent a good half day here at the resort, now I understand why so many love coming here. Truly amazing!

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Family (sans me who has daddy duty watching Ensen) is ziplining this morning through the West Maui mountains. Looks awesome. Kapalua Adventures Upper Mountain Loop to be exact. I'm looking forward to trying this out the next time.
 
Kelly has promised me plenty of video and photos, so we'll share the experience soon.
 
http://www.kapalua.com

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The view from Pukalani Golf Course driving range on Maui. Amazing views towards West Maui.

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The net results following a trip to Hawaii Liquor Superstore in Kahului. Prepared for tonight's BBQ with Anchor Steam Porter, Sam Adams Chocolate Bock ($15/bottle...wow!), Celebrator, and the Maui Brewing Co. Coconut Porter. Can I get anyone a beer?

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Today's view from Pukalani. Upcounty is so beautiful.

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