Vow renewals at Embassy Suites-Waikiki Beach Walk

Embassy Suites-Waikiki Beach Walk is sweetening Valentine’s Day by providing legally married guests the opportunity to renew their romance with a complimentary vow-renewal ceremony.

Incorporating Hawaiian-style elements, including the exchange of lei and dancing to "The Hawaiian Wedding Song," this non-denominational ceremony will take place on the resort’s Grand Lanai at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 14, 2011.

With a lei symbolizing the unbroken circle of love, couples will repeat the word "aloha," with alphabet representing:
"A" Akahi (Kindness)
"L" Lokahi (Harmony)
"O" Oluolu (Polite)
"H" Haahaa (Humility)

"A" Ahonui (Patience)

A “Kamaaina Romance” package is also being offered through Dec. 22, 2011. Hawaii residents can book an upscale suite complete with champagne or sparkling cider and chocolates, plus dinner for two at either Roy’s Waikiki or Ruth’s Chris Steak House at Waikiki Beach Walk, with rates starting at $234 nightly for a two-night stay and $279 for a one-night stay.

For the Kamaaina Romance package, enter the promotional code "PK1" for a one-night stay or "PK2" for a two-night stay at www.EmbassySuitesWaikiki.com, or call 1-800-EMBASSY.

Sweetheart deals at SpaHalekulani

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Couples are invited to indulge in two-hour Valentine's experiences at SpaHalekulani during February, beginning with the spa's signature foot-pounding ritual and continuing with a couples 75-minute massage or facial.

"Sweethearts' Rendevous," which includes a relaxing soak in a Japanese furo or a steam bath, champagne, chocolate-covered strawberries and a gift basket containing SpaHalekulani's coco-passion lotion and wash, a scented candle and Halekulani chocolates, will be available for $562, discounted from $672.

To schedule, call 931-5322 or 931-5323.

This month, guests also can enjoy a variety of complimentary weekly classes on the art of love and renewal. The sessions, from 11 a.m. to noon, are:

» "The art of massage": Learn basic massage strokes Feb. 8 in Halekulani Garden Terrace.

» "Renewal, a Daily Ritual": Epicuren educator Helga Desmet demonstrates daily proper care of the body and face Feb. 16 in Halekulani Garden Terrace.

» "Oxygen ... Pure and Powerful": Learn why oxygen facials are more than a breath of fresh air, Feb. 23 in Halekulani Kiawe Room.