Here’s a Hawaii sweepstakes you’ll want to know about. Hawaiian Airlines is having a free contest all during May. And for those who often complained that contests are limited only to U.S. residents, that isn’t the case here.
31 Days of Lei Sweepstakes from Hawaiian Airlines.
This is an international sweepstakes and the first of its kind that we recall. The awards are divided among each of the five countries included in the promotion. They are the United States, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and South Korea. There will be 20 winners, with four selected from each country. There are no awards for Canadian residents, as Hawaiian does not fly from Canada now.
Pop-up lei stands in West Los Angeles and Salt Lake City.
“31 Days of Lei is our love letter to HawaiÊ»i’s tradition of giving lei – it’s a chance to celebrate this enduring symbol of aloha. Extending the celebration for the whole month is a way to share the beloved gesture of sharing lei with a global audience.”
Hawaiian Airlines Quote
The celebration includes a series of interactive pop-ups, which commences at The Atrium at Westfield Century City in West Los Angeles on May 11. It will move to City Creek Center in Salt Lake City on May 18. There will also be a pop-up event in Tokyo.
These will be lei stand experiences complete with a photo backdrop, where visitors can receive orchids for their hair, flower lei, exclusive campaign merchandise, and even POG-flavored cotton candy. Additionally, there will be live Hawaiian music and hula performances.
Each winner will receive 200,000 miles – up to five roundtrip flights from the U.S. mainland.
Here’s how it works. Each week, there will be one winner from each country, and that lucky person will receive 200,000 Hawaiian Miles. If you are traveling from the West Coast to any of the Hawaiian Islands, the lowest price ticket starts at 17,500 miles each way. See their award redemption chart for more details. That means up to five round-trip economy tickets are possible from each award. The total available for U.S. residents is four, 200,000 mile awards.
See the rules below and then join in.
In brief, the details are as follows: “NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void outside Eligibility Area & where prohibited. Open to legal residents of the 50 US/DC, AU (excluding SA), JP, KR and NZ who are at least 18 years old or age of majority as of date of entry. Prize: 200,000 HawaiianMiles (Approximate Retail Value: $6,000 USD (AUD $9,355, subject to currency fluctuation)). Promotion Period: Begins 9:00 a.m. HST on May 1, 2024 (5:00 a.m. AEST May 2, 2024; ends 11:59 p.m. HST on May 31, 2024 (7:59 p.m. AEST June 1, 2024). Entry Conditions: complete registration form during Promotion Period and consent to receiving future marketing communications from Hawaiian Airlines. Five (5) winners (one (1) per Eligibility Area) will be selected in a random drawing via www.randomdraws.com/au/ at 9:00 a.m. HST of the first Wednesday (5:00 a.m. AEST of the first Thursday) following the end of each Entry Period (as defined in the Official Rules). 20 winners in total during the Promotion Period. Winners will be notified directly by email. Winners’ names will be published on the Site within 30 days of drawing of each Entry Period.”
Eh? Make sure Hawaiian is paying their rent and landing fees to the state of Hawaii. I find it hard to believe a Hawaiian can reduce their fairs and do giveaways when they are in the Red, losing over $1M a day. Who they going stop paying first…the state of Hawaii.
This is such a great contest giveaway. As I haven’t been on vacation for a long while and could use these Hawaiian miles for a family vacation. Maybe even a mommy get away. It would for sure be put to good use. I appreciate the opportunity to enter. Mahalo Nui and Aloha!
IMO no deal here. I think you have to download the HA app and register to enter the contest. Then agree to all the promotions stuff. If you are lucky enough to be a winner then IMO you would get a tax responsibility of 6000 usd value taxable prize which is considered a gift tax rate. Most gift taxes are taxed at 50 percent so federal taxes would be 3000 dollars plus whatever the state rate is. 3000 divided by 5 trips equals $600 per roundtrip value maybe higher if state is included. HA writes off the gift value. Pay $600 gift tax+hotel transfers+tax+food+greens fees times 5 trips. Who wins. Hawaii.
Got thousands to go 5 times? More expensive each future trip. You might be better off getting a deal on disc air/hotel package deal.
Love the two seater extra comfort personal seating space.
A leis of Aloha from Hawaiian Airlines!
I would say that I have had the best time traveling on Hawaiian airlines in fact the mileage I acquired helped my nephew to travel to Texas without paying any money
Aloha,
I was born and raised in Hawaii. I have traveled to some states and farthest was Philippines. I’m retired and would love to check off my bucket list.
Mahalo’s,
🌺
Aloha,
Blessed that I am born and raised here in Hawaii. I’ve been to some States, but I would love to travel to Europe one day.
I work six days a week, I hope .am selected.
Mahalo
Thank you for considering my entry to win as I am now retired and am an island girl now living in Colorado but would love to come home often to visit my son and grandkids as well as my elderly mom and to help my sister take care of my mom.
No Pop ups in Hawaii? How come?
Looking forward to my first travel experience with Hawaiian Airlines. Mahalo
Hawaii is a land of absolute beauty & joyful experiences…go once & you’re hooked.
The best Hawaii vacation I ever had was with my husband and our 5 young nephews. Seeing Hawaii through the eyes of small children was fresh and fun. We loved the people, the local food, the beauty, and wonderful sites. They are all teens now and we would love to go again before they grow up and move away starting new lives
In September 2018 my partner and I were looking forward to a trip to the US on Hawaiian air lines. But due to an accident we had to cancel the trip. To win a trip on Hawaiian air lines would be a dream come true. Thank you
Losing money and giving out 200,000 miles valued at 6000 usd. Can Hawaiian airlines say Chapter 11 here I come? IMO really don’t make any sense. Anybody have an answer?
IMHO it is cheap marketing. For example, Beat of Hawaii, in telling its readers about this offer, is helping its readers and Hawaiian Airlines.
Note to self: If I ever own an airline teetering on bankruptcy, this is a good way to keep the company name in the news, w/o spending a lot of money.
The fleet of Hawaiian planes with first class ” lie down” seats make you feel like your royalty. The second you step on board, pog /mimosas are served. It’s a lovley experience you are served a nice meal amd can sneak in a private nap as u arrive rested. Love Hawaiian Airlines!
Awesome on time airlines
Love flying and traveling.
How do I enter for the sweepstakes?
Hi Sheryl.
There is a highlighted link directly to the Sweepstakes.
Aloha.
Hawaiian Airlines logo speaks volumes: The unique colorful picture embraces the beauty and culture of the Hawaiian Islands.
Hawaiian Airlines also set the standard for other airlines when it came for caring for their customers on mainland and overseas flights by serving meals.
Always reliable and on time compared to other carriers.
HA gave back to many events and charities to the community embracing aloha
I love flying Hawaiian!
I was told that the points would be as you said per round trip ticket, around 17,500. The last time I used points, they charged me approximately 52,000 from Oregon. I was frustrated but they said it went up. I had no other choice, so agreed. Has it changed?
Hi Sheryl.
It is variable pricing, as all the airlines do. One thing you can try doing is either looking for yourself or calling their call center to help with finding the lower tiered availability. Hope that works.
Aloha.