Cool ocean breezes dance over Hawaii’s Big Island as Hilton Waikoloa Village guests gather at dusk to enjoy the breathtaking Pacific sunsets. “We can’t operate without candlelight,” says Abby Murtagh, F&B Director at the 65-acre resort, “but candles constantly get blown out by the wind.” The solution, she says, is rechargeable LED candles from Smart Candle. “They are wonderful because they’re wind-proof,” Murtagh says. “The time savings alone are substantial, as employees no longer have to repeatedly stop to re-light candles.”
Smart Candle’s technology generates a longlasting light that simulates a flickering candle flame. The initial investment in the battery-operated candles is quickly made up by the savings on fuel, Murtagh explains.
Miguel Reynoso, manager of the resort’s Kamuela Provision Company restaurant, known for its daily sunset celebration, has recently increased his Smart Candle usage. “They’re on every tabletop, both indoors and outdoors,” Reynoso says. “Durable and safe, they’re easier to maintain than the fuel cells,” and that’s one less worry for this busy manager.
“Environmental awareness is a high priority at Waikoloa,” Murtagh adds. As Reynoso explains, the eco-friendly Smart Candle products help them meet those sustainability goals. “The fuel cells we used cannot be recycled. With Smart Candle, we use less energy while also decreasing pollution.” —JT
Cool ocean breezes dance over Hawaii’s Big Island as Hilton Waikoloa Village guests gather at dusk to enjoy the breathtaking Pacific sunsets. “We can’t operate without candlelight,” says Abby Murtagh, F&B Director at the 65-acre resort, “but candles constantly get blown out by the wind.” The solution, she says, is rechargeable LED candles from 
