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Wyndham Hawaii Condo Sale; Princeville $79/night

Aug 30, 2010 No Comments by Jeff

First, this is quite a good deal for a Princeville studio condo this Fall.  Some weeks, 1 and 2 bedroom units are available for only slightly more. Prices vary by dates and their availability calendar is easy to use. The units are large, clean and well reviewed.
We have friends who regularly enjoy spending their Kauai [...]

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Iconic Mauna Kea Hotel $279

Mar 31, 2010 2 Comments by Rob

If there was ever a Hawaii hotel legend, this one fits the bill.  The Mauna Kea hotel is a favorite Big Island destination of ours, and one we could not recommend more highly.  Since their recent $150 Million renovation following earthquake damage, the rooms have been too rich for our frugal blood.  Today, however, I [...]

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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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Kauai Westin $189; Sheraton $169

Nov 04, 2009 4 Comments by Jeff

Here’s a great deal at two very nice Kauai resorts that both offer superior locations.
If this sounds familiar, that’s because Starwood is repeating an offer they first ran in June. Only this time, it’s valid 7 days a week (with some limitations) through April 25, 2010.
Kauai Westin is a property we wrote about soon after [...]

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Hotel Hana Maui $295

Oct 26, 2009 2 Comments by Rob

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 4-diamond status.  It’s currently rated the third best hotel in Hawaii by Travel [...]

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Fairmont Orchid $199; Kea Lani $249

Oct 19, 2009 2 Comments by Jeff

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 checking over the weekend, I found dates available through December, including [...]

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