HONOLULU (August 8, l997) - Aston Hotels & Resorts has appointed Dale Verkaaik general manager of Aston at Poipu Kal.

For the past three years, Verkaiik has served as general manager of this resort while under previous management. Prior to that, she served as the property's assistant general manager. In that position, she was responsible for managing the homeowner's association. Her extensive experience in both vacation rental operations and the homeowner's association have proven an invaluable asset during the resort's transition to Aston management in May 997.

"I am looking forward to increasing future growth and maintaining the high standards synonymous with the Aston name," Verkaaik said.

Aston at Poipu Kai provides guests with many of the comforts of home, including suites with complete kitchens, cable television and VCRs. For guests who enjoy fun in the sun, the resort offers nine tennis courts, six swirnming pools, barbecue areas and walking and jogging paths. Brennecke's Beach and Shipwreck Beach are just steps away and Poipu Beach Park is within easy walking distance.

Based in Honolulu, Aston Hotels & Resorts operates condominium resorts and hotels with more than 5,000 rooms on the four major Hawaiian islands. For more information, visit Aston's web site at http://www.aston-hotels.com or call (800) 922-7866 from the U.S. Mainland and Canada for reservations. From Hawaii, call (800) 321-2558. For group reservations, call (800) 336-5599. Aston's TDD telephone number is (800) 441-2344.

Contact:

David Sayre/Aubrey Hawk PR Works 444 Hobron Lane, 4th Floor Honolulu, HI 96815 Phone: (808)955-8411 Fax: (808) 942-4688