We’ve got quite a newsy day today – so much so, that I’ve organized the news in sections. Et voila ~ Sweepstakes & Giveaways * Enter to win a chance to win a Oahu vacation at the Embassy Suites-Waikiki Beach Walk. Most Hawaii sweepstakes are for two, but this prize is for four and valued [...]
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Let’s take a peek at today’s news and deals roundup. * Kauai’s newly renovated Grand Hyatt Resort & Spa is on sale for $249 per night for stays through June 15, 2011. You must book by April 19. * This Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas deal caught my eye — $149 per night. This sale is [...]
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Here’s all the latest for a destination that’s the greatest. * Airfare deals to Hawaii are becoming a little more scarce, but if you can fly from the West Coast you’re chances of finding a deal are best. Here’s a roundup airfare deals worth mentioning: If you’re going to Hawaii this summer, why not go [...]
Friday, January 21, 2011
Here’s what’s shakin’ in Hawaii vacation deals and news land. * With rising fuel costs, experts say we’re likely to see higher airfare costs. As SmarterTravel put it, “For consumers, fuel prices may be the most important index to watch through the coming year. All signs point to higher prices, which means travelers can expect [...]
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Yesterday, I realized that I had blogged about the Hawaiian moorhen after blogging about Kauai’s chickens on Monday. I have to wonder if this Hawaii vacation blog has gone to the birds. Okay, let’s move on and check out the Hawaii vacation news. * Oahu’s popular Diamond Head Trail will be closing again for improvements. [...]
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Here’s what’s shakin’ in the news and deals department this week. * The Big Island’s Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is offering their “best rates for 2011” now. Rates start from $325 per night at this luxury resort, but what I think is the best part of this offer is that for an additional $30 per [...]
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Here are some Hawaii hotel and airfare deals that have recently caught my eye. * Is Kauai calling you? Well check out this $199 per night deal with upgrade(s) at the gorgeous Kauai Marriott Resort. We stayed at this resort and loved it before their new renovations. I’m still itching to check out their renovations. [...]
Thursday, July 29, 2010
* I’ve been checking the Hawaii Volcano Observatory reports regularly. The new developments are that lava is entering the ocean at two points and a potential third entry point is less than 250 feet from the ocean. The concerning eastward advance towards homes has slowed a bit, which is good news. * How about a [...]
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Kauai Marriott Resort announced the completion of a $50 million renovation. After enjoying a stay there pre-renovations in Fall 2008, I’d love to check out the improvements myself. (See my pre-renovation Kauai Marriott Resort review.) This multi-million dollar makeover included these improvements: Guest rooms were completely refurbished including furniture, carpet, remodeled baths, etc. From what [...]
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Sheraton Kauai Resort is located in a prime position of Poipu Beach on the South Shore of Kauai . As Kauai tends to get a bit more rain than the other Hawaiian Islands, Poipu Beach is your best bet for avoiding rain. In fact, it’s not often I hear Poipu without the mention that it’s [...]
Thursday, April 28, 2011
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