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Save on a Trip to Paradise

From mid-September through mid-November you can score some of the cheapest airfare to Hawaii. What’s more, once you arrive in paradise, you can scoop up spectacular fall rates on hotels and rental cars as well. The Aloha State has something for everyone, from breathtaking beaches and active volcanoes to stunning waterfalls and dozens of award-winning golf courses. Hawaii is also home to some of the world’s best outdoor adventures, including year-round paragliding, windsurfing and snorkeling. Unlike most of the continental United States, Hawaii does not experience major temperature fluctuations in the fall. That means you can enjoy incredible weather and … Continue reading →

Saving in Paradise

Forget about famous footwear, if you want to save money on your next trip to paradise, focus on sporting frugal footwear. From now through December 24, 2012, Hawaii’s Aqua Hotels and Resorts is offering a cute and clever “Slip Into Savings” promotion. The offer allows you to save 10% if you are wearing slippers when you check-in. “Slippers are the universal footwear in Hawaii and appropriate for just about any island occasion,” the hotel chain’s senior vice president of sales and marketing shared. “They are a perfect choice for a themed promotion as they help our guests kick off their … Continue reading →

Avoid Boredom at the Beach

I once dated a guy who actually admitted to being bored at the beach. Needless to say, our relationship didn’t last long. As a self-proclaimed tanorexic, I could easily spend 10 to 12 hours straight at a beach without the slightest hint of boredom. And by beach I mean a patch of sand with enough room to place a small folding chair and little else. It doesn’t take much for me to strip down and make like a UV sponge. Still, for as much as I can easily sleep or read the day away while surrounded by the sun, sand … Continue reading →

Saving on Tropical Escapes

Well, I’m sure reservations to Hawaii will increase exponentially after last night’s Pro Bowl telecast. The football contest is more of an extended commercial for the islands than an actual competition between AFC and NFC players. Not that I am complaining. After all, I didn’t tune in to watch grown men throw around the pigskin. I just wanted to see shots of the sun-kissed shores of my motherland. Last night I got caught up in the moment and blogged about taking a trip to Hawaii and other tropical destinations. However, I neglected to address the cost involved when you jet-off … Continue reading →

Warm Weather Escapes

The Pro Bowl is on right now. A bunch of NFL all-stars are soaking up the sun in Hawaii… in 80-degree temps, under blue skies, with moderate trade winds and the Pacific crashing on the powder soft sands of Waikiki. WAH! I should be there. I could care less about watching insanely rich football players tiptoe around Aloha Stadium trying to avoid injuries. I just want to be baking under the warm Hawaiian sun. If you are sick of Old Man Winter’s brutal chill and are looking to escape to warmer climates, now is the time to plan your getaway. … Continue reading →

10 Ways to Save on Your Next Trip to Hawaii

Last year, my then six-old daughter celebrated her 12th visit to Hawaii. However, to her, the Aloha State is more than just a top tourist destination, it’s also home to grandma, grandpa, and a huge network of aunts, uncles and cousins. I kid that she would have been marking trip number 20 if it weren’t so dang expensive to fly from Wisconsin to Hilo. Fortunately, once we land in the “Land of Aloha” we score free room and board. Bottom line: traveling to Hawaii is not cheap. However, there are ways you can save on your next vacation there provided … Continue reading →

Bargains to Paradise

I am always on the lookout for cheap airfare to Hawaii. I’ve lost count of the number of websites that send me email alerts announcing fare sales to my childhood home, especially this time of year. The end of summer/beginning of fall is primetime for deals to paradise. One deal in particular recently caught my eye, as it seemed almost too good to be true. Fortunately, it is 100 percent authentic. Take a look: Right now Apple Vacations is offering round-trip airfare on Delta Airlines from L.A. to Honolulu; six nights at the Maile Sky Court hotel; a complimentary upgrade … Continue reading →

Travelers Fired Up Over California Smoking Ban

I grew up on the Big Island of Hawaii, where smoking is banned in all public recreational areas, such as parks and beaches. To me, the decision to snuff out smokers in these pristine areas of paradise is a no brainer. Still, the vote to ban smoking from some of tbe island’s most prized real estate didn’t take place until 2008. Hard to believe, right? After all, when you think of parks and beaches, don’t the words “fresh air” immediately come to mind? If I am hiking to Akaka Falls or tanning myself at Hapuna Beach I sure don’t want … Continue reading →

Summer Travel Deals in Paradise

Lodgings across the 50th State are offering spectacular summer savings to try to compensate for the sky-high cost of airfare to Hawaii. The following properties located on two of Hawaii’s most beautiful islands are currently offering special package deals to entice you to make the trip to the “Land of Aloha.” Take a look: MAUI The Old Wailuku Inn at Ulupono, Maui is offering a special $150 rate through fall on all of its “green” rooms. The environmentally friendly lodging features water heated 100 percent by solar power; on-demand gas in the main Inn and rooms fitted with CFL (compact … Continue reading →

Hot Hawaiian Travel Deals: Luaus and Love

It’s been a while, but it appears the traditional Hawaiian luau is headed back to Waikiki Beach. The Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa located near downtown Honolulu on the Hawaiian Island of Oahu recently announced that it is resurrecting the traditional local feast on the shores of the world’s most famous beach. The “Waikiki Lu’au on the Lagoon” is being offered twice weekly, on Sundays and Wednesdays. It includes a lei greeting, traditional luau meal and a Polynesian entertainment extravaganza. Beginning just before sunset guests will be greeted with live Hawaiian music and a flower lei on the … Continue reading →