Browsing Month June, 2010

Fly to Korea via Hawaii

Fly to Korea via Hawaii

Today Hawaiian Airlines is announcing the start of their new service between Honolulu and Seoul.  Flights will commence early next year, and will operate four times per week on Hawaiian's 767 aircraft. Tickets will go on sale shortly.  Stay tuned for introductory pricing. The...

Posted in: Industry News

Hawaiian Air Summer Sale From $189 Each Way To All Islands

Hawaiian Air Summer Sale From $189 Each Way To All Islands

Hawaiian has just released an unusual last minute summer sale. For the most part this is a very good offer inasmuch as it includes the inter-island fares that can otherwise be nearly as much as the trans-Pacific trip cost. While the offer implies that travel commences in...

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What Will Become of Go! Airlines

What Will Become of Go! Airlines

In the never ending saga of Hawaii's airlines, Go!'s operator and 75% owner Mesa Airlines, may be headed towards dissolution. What becomes of Go! should Mesa fold, however, is unclear. Previously sole-owned by Mesa, Go! is now a joint venture of Mesa and...

Posted in: Industry News

New Kauai Flights From Oakland, San Jose

New Kauai Flights From Oakland, San Jose

Starting in March, getting to Kauai will be easier and likely cheaper than before.  This thanks to new service announced today by Alaska Airlines. And for those of you adverse as I am to flying overnight, the return flights to the mainland will operate in the...

Posted in: Deals, Kauai, Travel tips

Lunar Eclipse in Hawaii

Lunar Eclipse in Hawaii

December 20, 2010 total lunar eclipse update. Tonight will be the first time in two years that we'll see a lunar eclipse here in Hawaii. From 11:30pm to 3:00am, Hawaii will have an unparalleled view of the eclipse over its dark waters. Fifty-four percent of the moon's surface...

Posted in: Culture and Events

Hawaii Hotels Great Summer Deals

Hawaii Hotels Great Summer Deals

We've had so many airfare deals in the past few weeks. More than expected. Here are some great hotel deals to match. 1. Maui Lu, Maui. $90. Located on a 28 acre coconut grove, this comfortable and well-reviewed hotel offers great value, a welcoming staff and beautiful...

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New York to/from Honolulu $230 Each Way This Summer and Beyond

New York to/from Honolulu $230 Each Way This Summer and Beyond

Update:  This UAL deal is  now valid between Honolulu and both Houston and Dallas as well. The East Coast isn't left out of this latest round of Hawaii deals for peak summer travel. This started earlier today as a deal on Continental and their non-stop. Now instead it is...

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LAX or SFO to Honolulu in July: $120 Each Way

LAX or SFO to Honolulu in July: $120 Each Way

Updated 930pm, Hawaii time:  While this deal is fizzling out, there is some availability from both San Francisco and LA to Honolulu on American.  I found this easiest using Travelocity flexible date search.  Otherwise, it is available for an additional $100 RT on Delta,...

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Turtles Celebrate Independence on July 4

Turtles Celebrate Independence on July 4

Over the past 21 years, a total of 206 honu (Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles) have been released into the ocean on July 4th. There's a new group of honu weeks away from freedom. You can take part in their independence if you're on the Big Island. Turtle Independence Day has become...

Posted in: Big Island, Travel tips

Last Minute Kauai, Maui or Oahu $150 RT Including Car!

Last Minute Kauai, Maui or Oahu $150 RT Including Car!

Another great last minute deal this morning from Pleasant Holidays. So if you have nothing better to do than to come to Hawaii in the next week, this deal is unbeatable at $150 (plus tax) round-trip for a three day vacation, including Hertz Car Rental . Here are the...

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