After a $5 million renovation, The Westin Maui Resort & Spa proudly opened �The Spa at The Westin Maui� in Summer 2004. The expansive 14,000 square foot world-class spa truly pampers all those entering its doors with its first-rate, heavenly service with aloha. The luxury spa features: � 16 treatment rooms (11 massage rooms, including 2 couples massage rooms-each with a whirlpool and candlelit ambience), � opulent men and women's changing rooms with steam rooms, whirlpools and saunas � relaxing ocean view lounge where guests are offered ginger lavender lemonade � trademark "Westin Workout" facility with state-of-the-art equipment and tropical views of waterfalls, exotic wildlife and the ocean � open-air yoga and fitness studio � full service salon offering hair services, manicures, pedicures, hair braiding, make-up and bridal party preparation.

"Having a world-class spa really elevates what we can offer our guests," says Craig Anderson, General Manager. "There's a huge growth in travel where people are looking for, and expecting, a resort with a first-rate spa facility - and now we can offer our guests the luxury they're demanding - all with a perfect location overlooking Kaanapali Beach. A special feature of The Spa is the partnering with the Maui Lavender Farm, a garden located in Upcountry Maui. Incorporating this Maui-grown essence into special treatments and cuisine is a trademark of the new Spa. Unique treatments such as the Lavender Body Butter Treatment, Lavender �Kai ina� Aloha Cocoon, Helani (heavenly)Aroma Lavender Glow are just a few indulgences of the Spa. The Westin Maui will continue to offer pampering massages in a private poolside cabana, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and neighboring islands, as well as poolside manicures, pedicures and hair braiding. Located on 12 oceanfront acres directly on Kaanapali Beach, The Westin Maui Resort & Spa is nestled between the shimmering Pacific Ocean and verdant West Maui Mountains. Each of the 758 guest rooms and suites feature Westin�s signature Heavenly Baths and renowned Heavenly Beds. Highlights of the tropical resort are a magnificent aquatic playground with five pools and a 128-ft. waterslide, a new $5 million luxury spa, lush gardens, meandering streams, breathtaking 15-20-foot waterfalls, and exotic wildlife. With its world-class resort and genuine aloha service, the AAA Four Diamond Westin Maui prides itself on being the place �Where Heaven and Aloha Meet�.� Visit www.westinmaui.com for more. Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with more than 750 properties in more than 80 countries and 110,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. With internationally renowned brands, Starwood is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchiser of hotels and resorts including: St. Regis, The Luxury Collection, Sheraton, Westin, Four Points by Sheraton, W brands, as well as Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwood.com.

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CONTACT: Bridgette Okamoto Public Relations Manager The Westin Maui Resort & Spa Phone: (808) 662-2753 Fax: (808) 661-5831 E-mail: bridgette.okamoto@westin.com