Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa Invites Guests to Explore Their Inner Surfer With New Surfing Package

HONOLULU, March 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Boasting an enviable location just steps from the beginner-friendly waves of legendary Waikiki Beach, Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa's Explore Waikiki Surf Package offers everything an aspiring surfer needs to learn to 'hang 10.'  Bringing together luxury and convenience, Hyatt Regency Waikiki has  partnered with top surf expert and former championship competitive surfer Ty Gurney at the highly-regarded Ty Gurney Surf School, guaranteeing that every guest will be up on a board and riding waves on their very first lesson.  

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"Waikiki is considered the birthplace of modern surfing, and visitors from all around the world travel here to experience Waikiki's legendary, gentle waves," remarked Brad Mettler, director of marketing with Hyatt Regency Waikiki.  "The Explore Waikiki Surf Package provides guests with a personalized opportunity to learn to surf from the pros, combined with luxury accommodations and enhanced amenities to ensure a truly memorable Hawaii vacation."

The highly-regarded Ty Gurney Surf School is famous for its charismatic founder, as well as its wave-riding mascot, Gracie the Bulldog. The surf school specializes in luxury private surf instruction. The Explore Waikiki Surf Package includes:

• Deluxe overnight accommodations at Hyatt Regency Waikiki
• Two-hour, semi-private surf lessons
• Private round-trip resort-to-beach transfer by Ty Gurney Surf School
• Takeaway gifts - Two Ty Gurney Surf School t-shirts, two water bottles, and a CD of photos capturing the excitement of each guest's surf lesson
• Regency Club Lounge access, featuring complimentary daily continental breakfast, afternoon snacks and beverages, and evening cocktails and hors d'oeuvres

Pricing begins at $318 per night for a minimum three-night length of stay.  For reservations or more information regarding the Explore Waikiki Surf Package, visit Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa online at www.waikiki.hyatt.com or call 808.923.1234.

About Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa is a vibrant destination combining relaxation and adventure with true Hawaiian hospitality.  Each of the 1,229 guestrooms, including 31 suites, offers Hawaiian-style elegance and private lanai with panoramic beach, mountain, and city views.

About Ty Gurney Surf School – Ty Gurney Surf School specializes in luxury private surf instruction. For more information, please visit www.tygurneysurfschool.com.

SOURCE Hyatt Regency