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Hawaii Vacation Deals & News: February 2, 2012
Pagoda at Four Seasons Resort Lana'i Lodge at Koele * Congratulations to Four Seasons Resort Lanai Lodge at Koele for making the top 10 list of US hotels by U.S. News & World Report. The Lodge secured the second highest ranking. We at Go Visit Hawaii love the Lodge at Koele as you can see from our review . Pssst! Here’s a secret – it’s one of the top luxury values in all of Hawaii. With their third night free offer , rates start at just $207 per night! * Do you have a favorite Hawaiian Island, beach, hotel, luau or activity that you think is tops? GoHawaii.About.com wants your nominations ! * By popular demand, the folks at JetLev Hawaii contacted me to let me know they’re extending the special $199 rate for a limited time. So, if you didn’t get a chance to take advantage of the JetLev Groupon we mentioned , you can call Eric at 808-393-0153 and ask for the $199 rate. * United Continental plans to launch nonstop service between Washington Dulles (IAD) and Honolulu (HNL) in June per this report . * Ala Moana Hotel near Waikiki is getting into Super Bowl 46 spirit with a special offer. After the game, the folks at Ala Moana Hotel will offer a special rate that’s the combined score. That’ll make you cheer for a defensive struggle. This special rate will be valid for stays between March 1 and April 15, 2012. Read more about this promotion at www.AlaMoanaHotel.com/46 . © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...What To Buy For The Hawaii Lover On Your Christmas List
28. November 2011
I don’t know about you, but I’ve got Christmas shopping on my mind today. So, I wanted to revisit last year’s gift idea post with some fresh ideas for what to get your friends and family that love the Aloha State. Hawaiian Happy Cakes –
Continue reading...New Series: Don’t Go To Hawaii Without
9. November 2011
Do you remember the old American Express commercials with the famous tagline, “Don’t leave home without it”? Well, I’m going to start a new series of posts that somewhat plays on that tagline. This new series is – Don’t go to Hawaii without – will highlight all the the items that are our must brings for Hawaii vacations. I’ll publish this series of tips periodically in the coming weeks. My aim in this series is to help highlight some of the things you might not think about as you pack for Hawaii . I hope you find this series to be helpful for your vacation planning. © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...Finding “Chairadise” in Hawaii
3. October 2011
As I sift through the thousands of Hawaii photos we have in our collection, some tend to catch my eye more than others. I’ll often pause and begin day dreaming when I see a photo where I can picture myself sitting in the scene. I like to call that finding chairadise . Get it? Chairadise is discovering a chair with a front row view of Hawaii’s paradise – a chair that beckons you to sit and enjoy. I want to share some chairadise photos from our many visits to Hawaii. We’ll begin on the island of Lana’I at Hulopoe Beach by the Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay. While exploring the grounds of the Aulani Disney Resort & Spa on Oahu, these two loungers with a view of the lagoon caught my attention. One of our favorite places for lunch on Maui is The Beach House Restaurant at Ritz-Carlton Kapalua with beach side tables at DT Fleming Beach. On our recent visit to Maui at the Travaasa Hana resort, this colorful, garden pool looked very photogenic. One of the Hawaii vacation splurges we recommend is a private dining experience. With views like the one we had at Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele, you can see why we like it. We took this next photo just before a lovely ocean-side wedding at Sheraton Kauai Resort . With the excellent view we had from our room at JW Marriott Ihilani , we had to get room service for breakfast to enjoy the scenery. On our last Big Island visit, we stayed in a fantastic vacation condo at Hali’I Kai in the Waikoloa Beach Resort. The ocean-side pool was beautifully designed and landscaped. As you can see, these leaf-shaped loungers in the pool were very inviting. We don’t miss a visit to Lanai without having lunch at The Challenge at Manele Clubhouse . We tend to linger here as long as we can just to soak in the million-dollar views. On our first Kauai trip, we rented a condo at Pu’u Poa in Princeville. This fourth-floor condo had a wonderful oceanview sitting area. I hope you’ve enjoyed these photos of chairadise by picturing yourself in these chairs with a view. © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...Seeing What a Difference Polarized Sunglasses Make
27. September 2011
I highly recommend you have polarized sunglasses for your Hawaii vacation . I like to say that seeing Hawaii through polarized sunglasses is like seeing Hawaii in high definition. To illustrate what a difference polarized glasses make, I want to show you a couple of photos that were taken from basically the same spot with iPhones. Andy took the first photo by holding his polarized sunglasses over the lens of his iPhone. I took this next photo within feet of same spot with my iPhone. The only difference was I didn’t hold my polarized sunglasses over my lens. Well, there was that difference and the fact that I didn’t have my horizon straight, but you know what I mean. They’re both good photos, but as you can see with the polarized version, the colors are much more vibrant. You can also see more of what’s in the water. Do you use polarized sunglasses on your Hawaii vacations? © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...Interesting Signs in Hawaii
19. September 2011
A few years ago, I published a series of unique signs of Hawaii. As we have thousands more readers now, I thought we’d take a look back at all those signs together. Plus, I’ll add a couple more bonus photos I’ve captured since that series. First up, we have a very Hawaii-specific sign – the Nene Crossing warning sign. The Nene is Hawaii’s state bird . Kris Nelson shared his photo of this turtle crossing sign from the Maui Ocean Center. From the next photo in our sign series , it seems that you really do need to keep an eye out for animals in the road – even invisible ones. As this lava-engulfed sign indicates, you really must be careful where you park in Hawaii. When they say no parking, they mean it. The Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau uses the following sign design to highlight historic or culturally significant sites. Though a Road Narrows sign is not unusual to see on the US Mainland, a moss covered one does make it unique. We took this photo in the jungle-like setting at the Manoa Falls trailhead. This next sign is a reminder that you need to be careful under palm trees. Consider that when you’re looking for a parking space. My friend, Kris Nelson, shared another photo. This one is a reminder of how far away Hawaii is from other major cities . Where else would you see a poi sign other than Hawaii? Kris Bordessa shared this photo with us in the series. Hawaii’s beach safety warning signs reminds us how important it is to be careful in the ocean . This next sign tells us it’s time for shave ice . This next shot is from the scenic road to Hana. Individually, these signs aren’t particularly unique, but the fact that there’s so many indicates that you really need to pay attention as you drive on this winding road. To complete this little photo essay in interesting Hawaii signs, I want to share my favorite. This sign sits above a toilet in the ladies room at the Haleakala National Park visitors center. I literally laughed out loud when I walked into the stall and read this sign. Who drinks water out of a toilet? I hope you’ve enjoyed this slightly informative, but mostly amusing look at signs from Hawaii. © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...Aloha Friday Photo: Haleakala Pre-Sunrise Edition
8. July 2011
Today’s Aloha Friday Photos come to us from Fidel. He and his wife took their very first trip to Maui back in May. Fidel and his wife took the early morning drive up to the top of Haleakala to watch sunrise , making sure they arrived early enough for the outstanding stargazing. Fidel tells me he was in awe when he arrived at the summit at 4am and adding, “Looking up the sky, seeing the thousands of bright stars and the milky way interspersed in between them made me breathless. It felt like I could just grab and play them in my hands! It was one of the most amazing sight I’ll ever see and remember.“ Fidel notes the following planets he found among the stars: Jupiter (top), Venus (below left) and Mars (right of Venus). I’ve had a similar experience as Fidel had on Haleakala. It’s simply incredible to see that many stars in that dark, night sky. As you are making your Hawaii vacation plans, I’d encourage you to read my article about stargazing in Hawaii for tips on when and where to go. Fidel took this photo just a bit later in the morning. He noted that, at this point, Mars became so faint that it was almost unnoticeable. If you are planning to go to Haleakala to watch sunrise on your Maui vacation, I highly recommend that you read my tips to make the most of you Haleakala sunrise visit . I recommend that you arrive early to stargaze and watch for shooting stars. Fidel went on to note that most people at the summit seemed completely unaware of the star-filled sky. Sadly, they seemed focused on the sole task of watching sunrise. If they only realized what they were missing, they would have seized the moment. Mahalo to Fidel for sharing these beautiful pre-sunrise Haleakala photos and his observations with us! © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...Top Hawaii Spas 2011
20. June 2011
Beautiful mural at Four Seasons Lanai Resort at Manele Bay I received my nifty Conde Nast Traveler magazine over the weekend. One of the features in this June 2011 issue lists Hawaii’s top spas as selected by readers. From the article, here’s the list: 1. Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, Big Island: 95.4 1. Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, Maui: 95.4 1. Hotel Hana Maui: 95.4 4. Grand Wailea, Maui: 95.2 * 4. Halekulani, Waikiki, Oahu: 95.2 6. Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa, Kauai: 93.5 * (See my review of Anara Spa .) 6. Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort & Spa, Oahu: 93.5 8. Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Maui: 92.4 9. Kahala Hotel & Resort, Oahu: 92.2 10. Four Seasons Resort Lana’i at Manele Bay: 90.8 *(See my review of the spa at Manele .) 11. Turtle Bay Resort, Oahu: 90.5 * (See my review of the spa at Turtle Bay .) 12. Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, Maui: 89.2 13. Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel, Big Island: 88.9 14. Fairmont Orchid, Big Island: 87.4 14. JW Marriott Ihilani Resort and Spa, Oahu: 87.4 * 16. Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows, Big Island: 86.6 * 17. Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, Big Island: 86.3 18. Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, Maui: 85.8 19. Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui: 85.5 20. Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Big Island: 84.6 The numbering sequence may appear in error at first glance, but notice that there are several ties, particularly for the top position. Hawaii does have some outstanding spas. In fact, I do think that indulging in some spa pampering is worth the splurge in Hawaii. (See my article on what’s worth the splurge on a Hawaii vacation .) I try to check out a spa almost every time I visit Hawaii. So far, I’ve been to six of these top 20 Hawaii spas. I’ve placed a star (*) by each spa that I’ve tried. I must endeavor to get to all 20 of them. Oh the hardship I must endure to provide you with the most accurate information. I’m going to Maui in August, so I think I’ll aim to check out the spa at Hotel Hana that’s currently ranked number 1 in Hawaii. I may also check out the spa at Ritz-Carlton Kapalua, that’s number 12 on the list. From looking at the list, in my opinion, I think that the Mauna Lani Bay Hotel spa should be ranked much higher. Conversely, I think that the spa at Turtle Bay Resort is perhaps rated higher than it should be on this list. If you are thinking of indulging in a spa treatment in Hawaii, you’ll appreciate these 7 Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Hawaii Spa Treatment . Have you been to a spa in Hawaii? Which spa did you choose? How would you rate your experience. © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
Continue reading...St. Regis Princeville Resort, Kauai 5 Nights $1,730
6. June 2011
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Continue reading...Kohala Driving on Hawaii’s Big Island
31. May 2011
A scenic drive along the Kohala Coast and on the volcano’s ridge provides an amazing contrasts of climate and vegetation – from thick green jungle to dry barren hills. What’s almost mindboggling is that you can see these strikingly different climates within minutes and miles of each other. The Kohala displays one of the most compact examples of leeward and windward climes in Hawaii . View Larger Map I do hope you’ll plan some time to drive the Kohala as part of your Big Island vacation. Here’s how I recommend you take in this scenic drive: 1. Start on Highway 270 from Kawaihae driving north towards Hawi. Here you will see dry grasslands with kaiwe trees. During humpback whale season (late December through March), try to pull over where possible to whale watch. Our favorite place to whale watch is between mile markers 5 and 6, at an elevated parking lot on the makai (ocean side) of the road . The dry leeward side of the Kohala Coast 2. Continue driving on Highway 270 cutting through the thick rainforest until you reach the end of the road at Pololu Lookout . Here you can simply take in the view, but if you’re up for a bit of a short, but steep hike, follow the Pololu Trail down into the valley to the black sand beach. Pololu Valley at the end of Highway 270 3. Double back on Highway 270, back towards Hawi. I suggest a stop in the small town of Kapaau to see the King Kamehameha Statue on the mauka (mountain side) of the road. You might want to opt to stop in Hawi and pop into some of the small shops or perhaps grab a snack. King Kamehameha Statue in Kapa'au 4. In Hawi, turn onto Highway 250 towards Waimea. From here, you will travel near the very summit (over 3,000 feet above sea level) of the sleeping Kohala Volcano . The cooler air combined with the fertile grass lands makes this area ideal for the ranches along the ridges. You may want to pull over where safe to take in the views of the island. You might even see Maui. From Waimea, you can either head back to your resort towards the Hilo side or down to the Kona side. A volcanic cindercone now covered with grass and shrubs in a pasture I’m not sure how many different climates you might pass, but I’d guess maybe a half a dozen. It’s a beautiful contrast that you almost can’t believe unless you see it with your own eyes. © Go Visit Hawaii – Republication of this entire post is prohibited without prior permission. Using extracts of less than 100 words are permitted with full attribution and link back to GoVisitHawaii.com .
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