Alaska Airlines just announced they will begin flying nonstop from Portland to Maui on August 7.  They have an introductory fare of $169 each way, which has been matched by Hawaiian Airlines. This is very well priced, especially for August departures, as well as for advance-planned fall trips. Airlines:  Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines (others will [...]

After watching a great Super Bowl, why not keep the action going by coming to Honolulu this week for Pro Bowl on Sunday.  Too expensive you may say?  Just take a look at my cost cutting ideas from Seattle, Los Angeles and San Francisco starting at $500 (based on two people traveling) for air, hotel [...]