A New Twist on an Old Tradition

For as long as cruise ships have been traveling around the islands of Hawaii, passengers have thrown their leis overboard while sailing away, symbolizing their hopes to return someday. Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa has given that tradition a new twist by establishing a pohaku (stone) where departing guests can leave their leis. Located between the beach and lagoon near Tidepools Restaurant and facing the waterfall, the pohaku bears a plaque encouraging guests to drape a garland of flowers as a remembrance of their stay. Each lei contributes to the cycle of beauty at the resort as it turns into compost for landscaping long after the original flowers have gone. What a beautiful way to serve a tradition and to keep it going for years to come.