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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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:...
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...
