Hawaii is the only state where the sun passes directly overhead in summer. Have fun under our tropical sun but be sure to exercise caution. Here are some tips and ideas to help you protect your skin. A. Check out the Skin Deep database from EWG. Find the sunscreen that’s best for you. You’ll be [...]
While the press is working hard at putting a negative spin on visitor traffic to Hawaii, I’m going to do just the opposite. Take a closer look at what’s happening and I think you’ll agree with me: Hawaii is bucking the trend and remains strong There are big changes ahead as far as who is [...]
On April 25, I espoused my ideas for getting the best airfare deals to and from Hawaii. While others were predicting a defeatist “buy now strategy”, my philosophy was and continues to be: “Wait, watch like a hawk and pounce like a cat.” So far it’s been working great if you’re flexible with dates and [...]
Some amazing deals on UA and CO this morning. But they are hot and will definitely not last. Act immediately so you won’t be disappointed. I used Travelocity’s flexible date search to find availability. Newark or Houston to Honolulu or Lihue (Kauai) $237-$257 RT United’s deal: Valid from August 20, 2008 through April 15, 2009 [...]
Ko’a Kea Hotel and Resort, opening on August 29, is the shining new star on the Poipu Beach scene. General Manager, Chris Steuri, invited us behind the construction screen this week for an exclusive look at this exciting property. Frequent guests to Kauai’s South Shore will remember Ko’a Kea as the former Poipu Beach Resort. [...]
Things are topsy turvy in the travel biz and it has hit us yet again this morning. Just overnight, things have deteriorated significantly in the Hawaii airline market. Yesterday we mentioned Go! as an alternative, given Hawaiian’s fare increases. We had reason to believe that Go! would continue operating, especially given their equity in aircraft, [...]
The bad news: Hawaiian Airlines announced tonight that effective Tuesday, May 27, they will implement the following: Fuel Surcharge. An additional $35 on flights between the mainland and Hawaii, and $40-$55 between Hawaii and American Samoa, Australia, the Philippines and Tahiti. Inter-Island Increase: Fares will increase $10, to a minimum of $64. All but early [...]
The airline industry was not designed to work with oil at $130 a barrel and rising. In order for the airlines to stay in business, they are adding fees, left and right, which of course none of us likes. If any part of this isn’t clear, however, compare it with our recent experiences at the [...]
Starting August 18, you can fly Continental from Los Angeles to Honolulu for $380 RT. Hawaiian Airlines is still hoping against hope that you’ll pay a minimum of $540 for the same late summer flights. Continental’s deal: Valid from August 18, 2008 through April 15, 2009 Advance purchase: 7 days Minimum stay: 3 nights While [...]
Name a plant that has been a staple in Hawaii since the Polynesians brought it here by canoe. Hawaii produces 6 million pounds each year. If you guessed Taro you’re right. On July 1, Taro becomes the official state plant of Hawaii. TARO is believed to have the greatest life force of all foods. It’s [...]
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