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Re-Introducing Lāna‘i, The Lodge at Koele

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Upcountry Experience Includes Exquisite Dining and an Abundance of Activities

LĀNA‘I, HAWAII (November 15, 2006) – Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is proud to announce the opening of Four Seasons Resort Lāna‘i, The Lodge at Koele (www.fourseasons.com/koele) marking the second Four Seasons resort to open on the private island of Lāna‘i. The Resort has just completed the first phase of its $50-million enhancement program. Four Seasons Resort Lāna‘i, The Lodge at Koele is the companion property of Four Seasons Resort Lāna‘i at Manele Bay. The entire project represents more than $100 million invested by Castle & Cooke and its chairman David Murdock, in the two exclusive properties as part of their rebranding by Four Seasons. “We are very proud to be able to add the Four Seasons name to this wonderful property,” said Mark Hellrung, general manager of Four Seasons Resorts Lāna‘i. “With the enhancement of The Lodge, discerning guests with an appreciation for the undiscovered now have a charming upcountry retreat to call home on the private island of Lāna‘i.”

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THE ESSENSE OF PRIVATE HAWAII

Upcountry Experience Includes Exquisite Dining and an Abundance of Activities

LĀNA‘I, HAWAII (November 15, 2006) – Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is proud to announce the opening of Four Seasons Resort Lāna‘i, The Lodge at Koele (www.fourseasons.com/koele) marking the second Four Seasons resort to open on the private island of Lāna‘i. The Resort has just completed the first phase of its $50-million enhancement program. Four Seasons Resort Lāna‘i, The Lodge at Koele is the companion property of Four Seasons Resort Lāna‘i at Manele Bay. The entire project represents more than $100 million invested by Castle & Cooke and its chairman David Murdock, in the two exclusive properties as part of their rebranding by Four Seasons.

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ACCOMMODATIONS

Spacious Rooms and Suites in an Upcountry Oasis

Four Seasons Resort Lāna‘i, The Lodge at Koele’s 102 enhanced guest rooms and suites evoke the cool spirit of the upcountry, while up-to-the-minute technology includes LCD television sets and high-speed Internet access. All rooms overlook The Lodge’s perfectly manicured gardens, some with views of the tranquil Reflecting Pond.

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DINING

Dined and Gone to Heaven!

The culinary element is integral in the guest experience at Four Seasons Resort Lāna`i,The Lodge at Koele. Executive Chef Oliver Beckert, Executive Sous Chef Thomas Bellec and Executive Pastry Chef Niel Koep provide an array of dining options, offering dishes from the classic to the daring, always using the freshest quality local and imported ingredients. The wine program at Four Seasons Resort Lāna`i, The Lodge at Koele offers over 150 labels, with a heavy emphasis on wines from France. Enjoy these fine dining options:

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WEDDINGS & ROMANCE

The Ideal Location for Romance and Privacy

A magical island, Lāna‘i is the ideal location for romance and privacy. Weddings, honeymoons and romantic holidays become even more special and memorable on this private island paradise. Perfectly suited for destination weddings of any scale, Four Seasons Resorts Lāna‘i offers a highly personalized experience and more ceremony and reception locations than any other resort in the world. Whether high atop the cliffs, overlooking the ocean; in a sophisticated upcountry garden or set in a unique location of your choice, Four Seasons provides superb settings, award-winning cuisine and meticulous, personalized service. If it can be imagined, Four Seasons will make it happen – this is truly a place to make dreams come true.

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FAMILIES

A Wonderful Vacation Home Base

It's the small things that count. Whether the family is just beginning, all grown up or at any stage in between, Four Seasons Resort Lāna‘i, The Lodge at Koele is a wonderful home base. Staff go out of their way to give a special aloha to keiki (younger guests), and the resourceful Concierge is always close at hand – to make reservations for a family dinner, offer suggestions for tomorrow's outing or help arrange a babysitter. Children under 18 can share parents' rooms at no extra charge, and the complimentary children’s program is the perfect addition to a relaxing family escape.

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MEETINGS & EVENTS

Breathtaking Venues and Dynamic Activities Abound

On a private Hawaiian island, Four Seasons Resort Lāna‘i, The Lodge at Koele offers a cool upcountry lodge experience. Meet in breathtaking indoor and outdoor venues, then motivate with dynamic activities. Discover manicured gardens and highland golf, towering pine trees and exciting adventure amidst untouched natural landscapes. Every moment is warmed with friendly Four Seasons spirit.

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GOLF

Offering Two Outstanding Championship Courses

The Experience at Koele This championship course offers stunning views of mountains and lush greens, with the ocean in the distance. A dramatic contrast to The Challenge at Manele, The Experience at Koele boasts a cooler climate, wooded slopes, manicured bunkers and terraced water hazards. The course begins on a plateau nearly 2,000 feet (610 meters) above sea level, with sweeping views of Maui and Moloka‘i. The course moves dramatically through ravines wooded with pine, koa and eucalyptus trees, with lakes, flowing streams and cascading waterfalls dotting the entire course. No other course offers a more incredible combination of highland terrain, inspired landscape architecture and range of play challenges.

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ACTIVITIES

Around the Resort

Lāna‘i Pine Sporting Clays & Archery Range Our expansive highlands center features a 14-station sporting clay course, skeet field, wobble traps, compact sporting range, 12-station archery range and six-station air rifle range. One of the most challenging Sporting Clay sites in the world, the facility features a dramatic landscape of deep gulches and ravines, vast expanses of pampas grass and groves of Australian pine and lantana brush. With each station offering sporting clays launched to simulate flight patterns of duck, quail, dove, pheasant and even running rabbit patterns, this course offers endless challenge and entertainment. Beginners are introduced to the sport with a 45-minute lesson by a certified instructor, emphasizing the essence of the sport and gun safety.

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Around the Island

Beach & Pool Head down to Manele Bay to enjoy the classic tradition of surf, fun and sun at Four Seasons Resort Lāna‘i at Manele Bay. Whether lazing poolside sipping a cool cocktail or splashing in the clear waters of the Pacific Ocean, guests will be treated to pampering Four Seasons service. Evian spritzes, chilled towels, sunglasses cleaning and more are offered by beach and pool attendants throughout the day, allowing guests to simply relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

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SPA

Guests of The Lodge can enjoy a number of treatments in the comfort and privacy of their guest room or in a private treatment room at the Fitness Center. Additionally, many guests choose to have a full or half day of spa experiences arranged for them at Four Seasons Resort Lāna‘i at Manele Bay’s full-service spa. Some of the available treatments at The Lodge include:

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HISTORY & SIGHTSEEING

In the 1500’s, Ka`ululä`au, the mischievous son of a Maui chief named Kaka`alaneo, accidentally destroyed an entire crop of the island’s breadfruit trees. As punishment for this careless mishap, his father banished him to the nearby and uninhabited island of Lāna‘i. Lāna‘i was believed to be the home of evil spirits, and was a place no one would willingly go. However, Ka`ululä`au had no choice, so he paddled across the waters in his canoe and arrived on Lāna‘i. Upon arriving, he explored the island, and rid it of such evil spirits. He sent the good word back to Maui, and the island became populated with now-willing residents.

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Pu‘u Pehe (Sweetheart Rock) Standing 80 feet tall, Pu‘u Pehe—also known as "Sweetheart Rock"—is one of Lāna‘i’s most recognizable landmarks. It is also the setting for one of Hawaii’s most enduring legends. The story goes that a ravishing young princess from Maui was captured by a young warrior from Lāna‘i. He took her as his wife and brought her back to his home island. The young prince was so stricken with her beauty that he was afraid to let other men see her, and thus he confined the princess to a sea cave near the rock.

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PROFILES

Mark Hellrung, General Manager

With over 30 years of experience in the luxury hospitality field, Mark Hellrung, returns to the islands as the general manager of Four Seasons Resorts Lāna`i, encompassing both the 236-room Four Seasons Resort Lāna`i at Manele Bay and the 102-room Four Seasons Resort Lāna`i,The Lodge at Koele.

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Oliver Beckert, Executive Chef

Oliver Beckert believes that the true beauty of his profession lies in the sum of all its different elements. "I simply love to cook. I enjoy being an integral part of someone’s culinary experience and enlightenment, from taste, aroma, and texture to presentation, mood and environment… I thrive on the intensity of the creative challenge.”

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Thomas Bellec, Executive Sous Chef

As Executive Sous Chef for Four Seasons Resorts Lāna`i, Thomas Bellec holds a very important role in the kitchens. "I am here to support all functions of the culinary department, and to be Chef Beckert’s right hand as it relates to managing kitchen staff, culinary operations and menu development.”

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