Browsing Month October, 2009

Seattle To Honolulu $140 Each Way

If you have time in November or early December, Hawaii has a nice deal to get you to Hawaii. Should these dates not work for you, don't worry, as Seattle will likely continue to reign king of Hawaii deals throughout the winter. Cost: $301 round trip...

Posted in: Deals

LA/Honolulu $200 Ea Way And Dropping

Quietly, since yesterday, the price of flying between Los Angeles and Honolulu has dropped by $100 round-trip.  It has been stratospheric at well over $500. While this price is somewhat better, I still expect to see major fares sales cropping up in the next week or two....

Posted in: Deals

Hawaiian Air: First Class or Strike?

Hawaiian Airlines announced a sale today on first-class travel to/from the mainland. One way first class fares are priced from $477-$977 (plus tax) during the sale.  Price varies depending on departure/arrival city on the mainland.  Seattle and Portland are the lowest...

Posted in: Industry News

Hotel Hana Maui $295

This legendary hotel provides luxury at the end of the road in Hana. Even without air conditioning (their ceiling fans and trade winds provide natural cooling), television (who needs?), and alarm clocks (why keep track of time?), Hotel Hana Maui has achieved AAA's...

Posted in: Hotels and Resorts

Houston to Honolulu $194 Each Way

A good deal on non-stop service from Texas to Hawaii today. Cost:  $434 round trip (all-inclusive). Airlines:  Continental (also American Airlines for about $20 more). Dates:  Travel through December 16. Availability:  Good. Minimum stay:  3...

Posted in: Deals

Westjet Fixes Aloha Air Problem

Range has always been a significant issue for transpacific flights using Boeing 737. When defunct Aloha Airlines was flying between Las Vegas and Honolulu, their solution to the problem was adding a stop in Southern California.  This added extra time and wasn't...

Posted in: Industry News

Coco Palms Revisted

When you drive by the dilapidated Coco Palms resort on Kauai, it’s hard to imagine the magic and style of this once grand property. There’s a story behind its chain link fence and buildings that have given way to termites and rot.  And that story is steeped in...

Posted in: Culture and Events, Kauai

Grand Hyatt Kauai $179; Maui $148

Here's a great Hawaii luxury hotel deal from Hyatt.  This is a pre-paid rate for garden-view accommodations, and is non-refundable. It does appear to be changeable however. Travel through December 18. The deal indicates that is is bookable today only, but that wouldn't...

Posted in: Deals

Tripadvisor Reviews Waning; Search Biz Elusive

Fewer consumers are looking at TripAdvisor reviews (and it's no surprise to you that I agree). I have research to back it up.  PhocusWright’s online traffic and conversion report has recently been released in conjunction with Compete.  While I haven't seen the study...

Posted in: Industry News

Fairmont Orchid $199; Kea Lani $249

Updated 10/21.  Thanks Kelly (comment below) for pointing out that Fairmont Orchid can be had for as little as $169, using hotels.com 15% off coupon. to It's not too late to take advantage of Fairmont's Friends and Family Rate here in Hawaii (and elsewhere). On...

Posted in: Hotels and Resorts