Women, Spend Your Weekend Unwinding
Edited by Jennifer L. Price
 For more than forty years, the tropical oasis on Hawaii's
Big Island known as Kona Village has also been likened to an 82-acre spa.
Tapping in to the rejuvenating qualities of the oceanfront location and its
individual thatched-roof bungalows, Kona Village has developed a series of "Wahine
Unwind Weekends."
Wahine (pronounced vah-hee-nay) is the Hawaiian word for
woman and the weekend's schedule is made-to-order for hassled, hurried, frazzled
women everywhere. In just three short days, women can indulge themselves in a
sanctuary of well-being. For those who feel motivated to do a little or a lot,
special group activities are available, but restoration and rebalance are keys
to the weekend's success.
Wahine Unwind Weekends begin with an outdoor welcome
reception with libations - playfully called unwinders with names like "Are We
There Yet?" and light pupus (hors d'oeuvres). Executive Chef Mark Tsuchiyama
serves up his own brilliant healing potions in the guise of a chocolate tasting
highlighted by his renowned Chocolate Crème Brulee. Resort experts share area
history and intriguing Hawaiian legends.
For participants eager to awaken early and greet the new
day, a traditional Hawaiian gathering and 'oli (chant) are taught each morning
as the sun peaks over majestic Mauna Kea rising nearly 14,000 feet above sea
level. A beachfront yoga class followed by a private Wahine Unwind continental
breakfast each morning helps revive and refresh for the day ahead.
 Optional
complimentary activities include group outrigger canoe rides, snorkeling lessons
including gear, kayaking and tennis clinics, all available for those who may be
so inclined. Special
dining discounts are offered for those opting to enjoy lunch or dinner at the
resort. Blissful free time is the agenda until mid-afternoon when women are
welcome to gather for Wahine Wellness with Dr. Patti Jade McGaff, OB-GYN . Dr.
McGaff is a respected physician with a large on-island practice that integrates
nutritional and holistic medicinal approaches with traditional Western
practicalities to achieve optimum results for her patients. Relaxed discussion
topics will include hormonal therapy and bio-identicals, which have been safely
used in Europe for decades.
" As president of a mortgage lending company I am constantly
pulled in dozens of different directions with rarely any time just for me,"
expressed Marcelle Loren, president of Island Mortgage. "When I heard about Kona
Village's Wahine Unwind Weekend, I knew it was the antidote I needed to refocus
my energies and calm my mind. Kona Village is truly a sanctuary. Following May's
'Unwind Weekend' I was revived, refreshed and I can't wait to participate
again."
Spa options that can be booked during the weekends include
a variety of massage offerings, facials, and body wraps for the ultimate in
rejuvenation. As an example, the 25-minute full body exfoliation, Heavenly
Lavender Sugar Scrub with Crushed Rose Petals developed just for the Wahine
Weekends is the ideal indulgence. An aromatherapy massage can be combined with
the exfoliation treatment for 50-minutes of pure pleasure. Participants who book
this treatment also enjoy a special take-home gift of selected essential
aromatherapy oils.
The success of Wahine Unwind Weekends held in May has
compelled the resort to offer more weekends at select times throughout the year.
There are countless women who rarely take the time to recharge, but there are
equal numbers of women seeking exactly what Kona Village's Unwind Weekend offers
- a chance to retreat and revive. Rates begin at $249 per night single or double
occupancy. Wahine Unwind Weekend space is restricted to ensure an extraordinary
experience, so sign up soon for the upcoming weekends slated for August
17th-19th and September 7th-9th. |
