Archive for January, 2009

Spring Break: Nonstop From LAX Or SFO Plus Sheraton Kauai: $400 Total

Jan 29, 2009 6 Comments by

Updated 1/30/09:  Many of the dates (especially weekends) are already gone, so you’ll have to be flexible on dates at this point.  Those who subscribe via RSS feed (not email), had access to all dates, when first announced late yesterday. This is an expansion of the offer we had earlier this week from Pleasant Holidays. [...]

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5 Money Saving Tips For Visiting Hawaii in 2009

Jan 29, 2009 1 Comment by

This is the first in a series of posts on affordable Hawaii, 2009. 1.  Consider package deals. Having said that, always price it yourself separately to be sure it is truly a good value.  Online travel agencies, including Orbitz, Travelocity and Expedia are anxious for you to book their air plus hotel or car deals.  [...]

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Sheraton Keahou $119: Another Deal, Another Foreclosure?

Jan 28, 2009 5 Comments

First the Deal. The Sheraton Keahou on the Big Island sits on 22 acres of oceanfront property near Kailua-Kona, on Keahou Bay.  Its stunning location is an evening feeding spot for manta rays.  The resort has 521 rooms and suites, each with private lanai.  It features a 14,000 square foot pool, plus a spa and [...]

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Vancouver to Honolulu $225 RT (All-Inclusive)

Jan 27, 2009 3 Comments

This deal really exists (at least as I write this).  It appears to be a mistake, so if you want it, don’t wait even one minute before booking. Price:  $225 to $232 RT (all-inclusive) Airline:  United Airlines (book only on their site) Availability:  April 27 through end of May 31 Days:  Friday, Saturday, Sunday and [...]

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Hawaiian Airlines Updates

Jan 27, 2009 No Comments

Three New Airbus 330-200 Aircraft Now Scheduled for 2010 This is Hawaiian Airlines’ first non-Boeing aircraft acquisitions in years.  It will  increase their ability to compete on more distant routes including the East Coast and Asia. I’m not betting on Asia yet but will on Chicago, Atlanta and New York. The new planes will feature: [...]

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SFO to Oahu or Maui Incl. Car $299

Jan 25, 2009 4 Comments

There are no great deals right now from California to Hawaii, as they have all either just expired or will be forthwith.  I would not be surprised, however, to see new ones pop up at any time now, so please do stay tuned. While you are waiting, or if you need to book now, Pleasant [...]

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Delta Sale To Honolulu

Jan 23, 2009 2 Comments

Delta Airlines has announced a January system sale, and it reaches all the way to Honolulu.  The price from Los Angeles isn’t noteworthy, but from East Coast cities, these are solid deals. From: Colorado Springs, CO (COS) $199 Kansas City, MO (MCI) $209 Los Angeles, CA (LAX) $179 New Orleans, LA (MSY) $229 New York-Kennedy, [...]

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10 Most Popular Posts From 2008

Jan 22, 2009 No Comments

Here’s a look back at Beat of Hawaii’s ten most popular posts from 2008.  I removed posts that contained time sensitive information (like airfare deals) and came up with the following list based on page views. How To Eat Well At 30,000 Feet First Look: Kauai’s Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas When To Find The [...]

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Want To Stay At Ilikai Anyway? $61

Jan 21, 2009 No Comments

There may be a reason it is so cheap, I can’t say for sure. Read on before deciding to make a reservation. In any event, I do like the location of the Ilikai, with its easy access into and out of Waikiki and its proximity to Ala Moana beach park and shopping. The gamble: As [...]

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Delta 747-400 Atlanta To Honolulu

Jan 20, 2009 4 Comments

Effective April 1 (for real), the only domestic 747 route to Hawaii begins thanks to Delta. If you’re on the East Coast, you’ll be able to catch Delta flight 803 leaving Atlanta at 10:15 am, arriving Honolulu at 1:30 pm.  The return, Delta flight 802, leaves Honolulu at 3:15 pm and arrives Atlanta the next [...]

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