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The Independent
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
12 of the best hotel pools in the USA (including one the size of 30 football fields)
Feeling stressed? Then let your cares float away at one of these showstopping pools. Here we present 12 of the best hotel pools in the USA. These are water features so photogenic you might not even want to dive in to disturb them. The portfolio includes a Florida resort lagoon the size of 30 football fields on Disney's doorstep that you can swim across – or navigate with a kayak – and a Four Seasons pool in Philadelphia with views from 57 storeys up. Also making the cut is a gem that claims to be North America's longest oceanfront infinity pool, as well as a pool that's shaped exactly like the state of Texas, and a Disney water world in Hawaii where you can say aloha to an interactive splash zone for kids. Read on for pools guaranteed to make a splash. The water world at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, Hawaii Disney's Aulani resort in Hawaii doesn't so much have a pool as a veritable water world. It's called the Waikolohe Valley pool area — and here you can say aloha to an interactive splash zone for kids, an infinity pool overlooking Ko Olina Beach, a lagoon where you can swim with fish and a tunnel body slide called the Volcano Vertical (don't worry, it's not actually vertical). Need more options? There is also a tubing ride and four whirlpool spas. And when you're worn out from the tunnels and tubes there are plentiful cabanas to loll in with a flamboyant cocktail. Pool views at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center This Four Seasons property offers stunning views from the rooms and a 30,000-gallon pool. The hotel occupies the top 12 floors of the Comcast Technology Center, which rises to a cloud-poking 1,201 feet (366 meters). The pool is on the 57th floor, with vast windows offering guests the chance to gaze across the city to the distant horizon. The petal-shaped pool at Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington The Omni Shoreham Hotel's pool overlooks the property's 11-acre landscaped gardens and has an eye-catching petal shape to add to the floral sensibilities. It's certainly an amenity that helps to seed positive reviews on Tripadvisor, with many users picking out the pool as one of the Washington DC hotel's most appealing features. The state—shaped pool at the Marriott Marquis Houston The Marriott Marquis Houston bills its Texas-shaped lazy river pool as "one of the most iconic pool experiences in the U.S". Hyperbole? Surely few would disagree. The state-shaped pool is supplemented by private cabanas, firepits and "sweeping city views". The pool zone at The Phoenician, Arizona This Arizona property seemingly has a pool for every mood and family member. The hotel's multi-tiered offering includes an upper level for "aquatic recreation", a lower-level "Mother of Pearl" pool and an adult-only center pool. There's also an adrenaline kick in the shape of a 197-foot-long winding slide. The rooftop pool at the TWA Hotel, JFK Airport It's plane-ly unique. The rooftop infinity pool at JFK Airport's TWA hotel offers those splashing around a view of the ever-busy Runway 4 Left/22 Right and Jamaica Bay beyond. Not fussed about plane-spotting? You'll surely admire the TWA logo mosaic on the bottom of the pool. And revel in the hotel's throwback 1960s atmosphere — its architecture and décor borrow heavily from the style of the ex-TWA Flight Center terminal it's housed in. The Omni Homestead Resort, a member of the historic hotels of America portfolio, has welcomed 24 U.S presidents since it opened in 1766. And the hotel's water park, fed by natural spring water, is undoubtedly worthy of the presidential seal of approval. It features two 100ft water slides, a 400ft lazy river and a family pool. The rooftop pool at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge Stunning views of the iconic Manhattan skyline are available from many parts of the 195-room 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge, which is located on the waterfront of Brooklyn Bridge Park. But surely the best spot for drinking in views of the Big Apple's lofty buildings is the rooftop pool — an enticing spot for a swim and/or a cocktail. It's the "perfect place to unwind", declares the hotel. The firepit pool at Aman New York The Aman New York is one of the city's most expensive hotels, with rooms starting at $1,916. But some say you get what you pay for — and here that includes a sensational 20-metre (65ft) indoor swimming pool with firepits and lounging areas. The ultimate haven from the bustle of New York? It's a contender. Coliseum Pool at The Resort at Pelican Hill, Newport Beach, California Dive into the Roman era at Pelican Hill, which has a pool fashioned after Rome's famed landmark. The striking Coliseum Pool is a work of art, the hotel claims, as the bottom is lined with 1.1 million hand-cut glass mosaic tiles. On the pool's upper level, guests can recline in private cabanas fitted out with Bose music systems and 30-inch flat-screen TVs, which would undoubtedly get the thumbs up from Rome's emperors. The lagoon at Evermore Orlando resort Behold the showstopping lagoon at the new Evermore Orlando resort. It covers 350,000 square feet — the size of 30 football fields — and boasts 20 acres of beaches. Features include private cabanas, an "epic" rope swing and the chance to paddle across the water in a kayak. Guests at the resort, which is on Disney's doorstep, can choose to stay in houses, flats, villas or a luxury Conrad hotel. The infinity pool at the Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort, Honolulu At 130 feet in length, this is North America's longest oceanfront infinity pool. So claims the Sheraton Waikiki, which insists that here "your cares will float away" as you drink in "unparalleled views of Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head". The hotel adds: "The pool seems to merge into the ocean, creating a breathtakingly beautiful effect."
Business Upturn
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Blue Star Families Brings the Joy of Disney Books to Military Families in Hawaii
By GlobeNewswire Published on May 13, 2025, 23:15 IST Joint Base Pearl Harbor- Hickam, HI, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam will host a family event on May 16, 2025, as part of Blue Star Families' Blue Star Books Program in collaboration with The Walt Disney Company. This event, organized by Blue Star Families in partnership with Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), invites U.S. military children and their families on Oahu to attend and receive free Disney books, as well as participate in other Disney-themed activities, including storytelling by military leadership and Disney VoluntEARS from Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa. Blue Star Families is the largest nonprofit serving military and veteran families, empowering them to thrive as they serve through a vast network of in-person and virtual programming. Guest speakers and readers at the event include: Dylan Rodgers, 2025-2026 Aulani Ambassador CAPT Samuel White, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Meredith Terrian, Vice President of Chapter Impact, Blue Star Families The 2024 Military Family Lifestyle Survey reported one-third (32%) of active-duty family respondents completed a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move within the 12 months preceding the survey fielding. 'Moving all the time is tough for military families, making it hard to keep friends and feel like you belong in a new place. But Blue Star Books helps military kids grow and feel special, no matter where they go! This event brings families together, and when they're connected, everyone wins!' said Kathy Roth-Douquet, CEO of Blue Star Families. To date, Disney Publishing has contributed more than 300,000 books to the Blue Star Books program at events around the globe and donations to base libraries, Department of Defense schools, and military-impacted public schools and libraries. 'The Walt Disney Company is incredibly proud of our ongoing work with Blue Star Families, supporting and celebrating military families for over a decade. Our enduring respect for the U.S. Armed Forces started with our founders, Walt and Roy O. Disney, who both served their country during World War I,' said Jessica Moore, Vice President of Government Relations, The Walt Disney Company. 'We are thrilled to continue their legacy through this collaboration, sharing the magic of our stories to inspire these military children to become the next generation of storytellers.' Onsite Media Contact:Jhewel Felipe, Community Relations Outreach ManagerJoint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HawaiiPublic Affairs Office [email protected] (808) 371-5189 Deadline for Media RSVP: End of business day, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 About Blue Star Families Blue Star Families (BSF) is the nation's largest military and veteran family support organization. Its research-driven approach builds strong communities with a focus on human-centered design and innovative solutions. A 'blue star family' is the family of a currently serving military member, including active duty, National Guard, reserve forces, and those transitioning out of service. Since its founding in 2009, BSF has delivered more than $336 million in benefits and impacts more than 1.5 million people annually through an expansive network of chapters and outposts. For more information, click here. About The Walt Disney Company The Walt Disney Company , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Entertainment, Sports and Experiences.. Being a good corporate citizen is a time-honored Disney tradition. Through contributions, collaborations with local organizations, in-kind gifts, and volunteering, Disney helps to brighten the lives of kids and families in need and strengthen communities around the world. For more information, visit or . About Morale, Welfare & Recreation (MWR) As one of the Navy's N92 Fleet Readiness programs, MWR supports the quality-of-life needs of service members and their family members. MWR's mission is to deliver high-quality, customer-focused programs and services that contribute to resiliency, retention, readiness, and quality of life. For more information on MWR at JBPHH, please visit . Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. GlobeNewswire provides press release distribution services globally, with substantial operations in North America and Europe.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Blue Star Families Brings the Joy of Disney Books to Military Families in Hawaii
The Walt Disney Company Builds on Its Commitment to Celebrating Military Families Joint Base Pearl Harbor- Hickam, HI, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam will host a family event on May 16, 2025, as part of Blue Star Families' Blue Star Books Program in collaboration with The Walt Disney Company. This event, organized by Blue Star Families in partnership with Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), invites U.S. military children and their families on Oahu to attend and receive free Disney books, as well as participate in other Disney-themed activities, including storytelling by military leadership and Disney VoluntEARS from Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa. Blue Star Families is the largest nonprofit serving military and veteran families, empowering them to thrive as they serve through a vast network of in-person and virtual programming. Guest speakers and readers at the event include: Dylan Rodgers, 2025-2026 Aulani Ambassador CAPT Samuel White, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Meredith Terrian, Vice President of Chapter Impact, Blue Star Families The 2024 Military Family Lifestyle Survey reported one-third (32%) of active-duty family respondents completed a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move within the 12 months preceding the survey fielding."Moving all the time is tough for military families, making it hard to keep friends and feel like you belong in a new place. But Blue Star Books helps military kids grow and feel special, no matter where they go! This event brings families together, and when they're connected, everyone wins!" said Kathy Roth-Douquet, CEO of Blue Star Families. To date, Disney Publishing has contributed more than 300,000 books to the Blue Star Books program at events around the globe and donations to base libraries, Department of Defense schools, and military-impacted public schools and libraries.'The Walt Disney Company is incredibly proud of our ongoing work with Blue Star Families, supporting and celebrating military families for over a decade. Our enduring respect for the U.S. Armed Forces started with our founders, Walt and Roy O. Disney, who both served their country during World War I,' said Jessica Moore, Vice President of Government Relations, The Walt Disney Company. 'We are thrilled to continue their legacy through this collaboration, sharing the magic of our stories to inspire these military children to become the next generation of storytellers.' Onsite Media Contact:Jhewel Felipe, Community Relations Outreach ManagerJoint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HawaiiPublic Affairs OfficeJBPHHCOMREL@ 371-5189Deadline for Media RSVP: End of business day, Tuesday, May 13, 2025About Blue Star FamiliesBlue Star Families (BSF) is the nation's largest military and veteran family support organization. Its research-driven approach builds strong communities with a focus on human-centered design and innovative solutions. A 'blue star family' is the family of a currently serving military member, including active duty, National Guard, reserve forces, and those transitioning out of service. Since its founding in 2009, BSF has delivered more than $336 million in benefits and impacts more than 1.5 million people annually through an expansive network of chapters and outposts. For more information, click here. About The Walt Disney CompanyThe Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Entertainment, Sports and Experiences.. Being a good corporate citizen is a time-honored Disney tradition. Through contributions, collaborations with local organizations, in-kind gifts, and volunteering, Disney helps to brighten the lives of kids and families in need and strengthen communities around the world. For more information, visit or About Morale, Welfare & Recreation (MWR)As one of the Navy's N92 Fleet Readiness programs, MWR supports the quality-of-life needs of service members and their family members. MWR's mission is to deliver high-quality, customer-focused programs and services that contribute to resiliency, retention, readiness, and quality of life. For more information on MWR at JBPHH, please visit CONTACT: Media Relations Blue Star Families (844) 202-7827, ext. 4 media@
