Archive for November, 2009

Chicago to All Islands Under $650 (All Incl.)

Nov 30, 2009 4 Comments by Jeff

From United (and via code share on Continental), a good January and February deal from often deal-deprived Chicago.  Having spent time in Chicago in winter, I can’t think of a better way to start the New Year.
This is especially good value to the neighbor islands since inter-island airfares have risen again, now to $58 each [...]

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Great Holiday Fares From Hawaii To Mainland

Nov 30, 2009 No Comments by Jeff

Most of the deals we write about are either from the mainland to Hawaii or work in both directions. This deal however only works starting in Hawaii. The prices are very good inasmuch as they are valid on most prime holiday travel dates. Here are some examples (one-way, plus tax).
Honolulu – Chicago $324
Honolulu – Denver [...]

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Where to Stay on Molokai

Nov 24, 2009 No Comments by Rob

It’s not the accommodations that draw you to Molokai. You come here to get away, slow down and feel the pulse of a quieter life style and perhaps walk in Father Damien’s path.
Teri Waros, owner of Kalele Bookstore in Kaunakakai, says it best, “Molokai is like a pilgrimage.”
Regardless of what brings you to Molokai, you [...]

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Vietnam: The New Hawaii?

Nov 23, 2009 3 Comments by Jeff

Vietnam Airlines has just agreed to purchase four Airbus 380’s and two Airbus 350’s.  The planes will supplement the airline’s currently long-range fleet of 10 Boeing 777’s, which are being used primarily for service between Vietnam and Europe.
The reason I found this news especially noteworthy, is that the company plans on flying the new 500+ [...]

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Damien Tours on Molokai

Nov 20, 2009 No Comments by Rob

One of the most beautiful places in Hawaii is also the site of much hardship and enforced imprisonment. Those with Hansen’s Disease were called “lepers” and sent to live here, on Molokai’s Kalaupapa Peninsula, against their will.  They represented all ages, ethnicity and economic status.
For $50 I was taken on a tour of the settlement [...]

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LA or SF Air Plus Hotel From $279

Nov 19, 2009 No Comments by Jeff

Pleasant Holidays has some good pricing for air plus hotel from either LA or San Francisco. Travel dates for this first deal are December 1-16.
In addition, Pleasant Holidays together with Starwood Resorts has another sale, this one valid through January 28.  Air plus three nights accommodation starts at $399 on Oahu and Maui, $449 on Kauai [...]

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