Book your stay at the beautiful MAKENA BEACH AND GOLF RESORT on the island of Maui with Travelwizard.com and enjoy daily Buffet Breakfast for two and 6 nights accommodations in a Premium Ocean View Room for only $1060 per person. Book by Dec 12, 2011 and travel by Dec 22, 2011 to secure this great pricing. Mention promo code CCVWS when calling 1.800.330.8820 or click here to have a Maui, Hawaii Travel Specialist contact you. TravelWizard.com: Specialists in the Art of Travel: Call 1-800-330-8820
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Hawaii Travel Deals - Kaanapali, Maui The Westin Maui Resort & Spa 10 nights from $1700 pp,do Promo Code: CCVWS Book your stay at tthe Westin Maui Resort & Spa on beautiful Kaanapali Beach in Maui, Hawaii with Travelwizard.com and it will include a $500 Air Credit and 10 nights accommodations in an Ocean View Room. Call 1.800.330.8820 or click here to have a Maui, Hawaii Travel Specialist contact you. Book by July 31, 2011. Air additional, call for pricing on air inclusive. TravelWizard.com: Specialists in the Art of Travel: Call 1-800-330-8820
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Poipu, Kauai Hotel Deals - Hawaii Koa Kea Hotel & Resort 5 nights from $1169 pp,do Promo Code:CCVWS Book your stay at the Koa Kea Hotel & Resort in Poipu on the island of Kauai with Travelwizard.com and recieve a $250 Air Credit with Room with
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When planning a Big Island vacation, I recommend you include a two or three night stay in the village of Volcano. This village is adjacent to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, so it makes a great base for exploring the park as well as the eastside of Hawaii’s Big Island. (See more advice for where to stay on the Big Island .) On our most recent visit to the Big Island, we planned in a two night stay at the Volcano Teapot Cottage before heading over to the Kohala Coast. We were very, very pleased with our stay at the Teapot Cottage. The Teapot Cottage provides all the amenities and conveniences of a bed and breakfast, but with the added benefits of privacy and seclusion – perfect for a romantic stay. When you’re a guest at the cottage, you have the whole place to yourself. You aren’t’ sharing space with your hosts and other guests. With a well stocked kitchen with an amazing selection of every variety of tea known to man, we felt spoiled. We were so impressed with all the options, we took a photo of the kitchen shelving . The tea selection paired well with the supply of freshly baked goodies and locally-grown tropical fruit. The fridge was extremely well stocked, too, and yes, we also took a photo of the fridge . (We’re so nerdy like that.) I’d describe the decor as a very tasteful blend of Hawaiiana meets teapot. It was very comfortable and welcoming. I don’t know if this cottage has ever been featured in a cottage decor book or magazine, but it should. I’ll let you take a look at the full list of amenities here , but I do want to highlight a few that we particularly liked about this two-bedroom cottage: private hot tub nestled in a forest garden fireplace for taking the chill off Volcano’s crisp mornings full kitchen gorgeous, luxury bath with claw-footed tub and separate shower internet access laundry room The hosts, Bill and Antoinette, were so helpful. They anticipated our needs and desires like mind readers. Just after we had booked the cottage, they mailed us a packet of brochures of what to see, do, and where to dine in the area. During our stay, they gave us oodles of great advice for seeing the volcano activity.and making sure that we didn’t miss out on the excellent After Dark in the Park series. We could tell that they sincerely want visitors to make the most of their stay in Volcano. We paid the going rate for this cottage — $195 per night plus taxes. That’s a tad on the high side of area B&B’s, but you definitely get more for your money here. Plus, the privacy was invaluable. I would definitely recommend the Teapot Cottage. I really hope that Andy and I can return there someday. For more more information, check their website and feel free to check out the photos we took at the cottage . We’re on facebook! Please click here to join 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...Monday, April 12, 2010
I wanted to provide an new review on the Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay . We first stayed at this resort back in 2007 and though there were some hiccups, we really looked forward to returning again someday. (You can read my first review here .) We very much enjoyed our more recent stay over the New Year’s Holiday. Since we’ve been home, we’ve lost count of the number of times that we’ve daydreamed about being back at the Four Seasons Lanai at Manele Bay. In fact, we’re still aiming to get back there again this year. So, why did we look forward to returning? This resort is absolutely gorgeous and we’re in love with Lanai ! We’ve been all over Hawaii, and we’d have to rank this resort in the top 5 resorts in Hawaii. This resort offers a beautiful ocean side setting. As I mentioned in my first review, “The resort’s location on Lanai’s remote, south shore makes the resort very special. It feels secluded and swank. The resort is perched on a bit of a cliff over looking the marine preserve of Hulopoe Bay where pods of spinner dolphins frequently visit and one of Lanai’s more famous landmarks, Puupehe (sweetheart rock) . The scenery will not disappoint.” We were still impressed with the generous size of the rooms and all the special little amenities the resort offers. You don’t even need to bring sunscreen because they provide it for you. One of our favorite amenities is that when you go to the beach, the staff set up beach chairs, umbrella and table for you. After you’re settled in and enjoying the sounds of the ocean, they deliver fresh cut slices of pineapple, Evian spritzes, chilled towels, and ice water. How’s that for service? On our recent visit, we had a bit more time to explore the resort’s services. The spa was outstanding. Andy and I enjoyed an ocean side, sunset couples massage that still makes me swoon when I think about it. I still rank Grand Wailea’s spa (on Maui) number one in all of Hawaii, but this Four Seasons Spa at Manele Bay is easily number two. We loved using the fitness room. To give you an idea of how much we liked it – Andy and I don’t normally work out in resort fitness centers when we’re on vacation. From this fitness room, you have a fantastic view of the Hulopoe Bay that makes you want to add minutes to your elliptical or treadmill workout while you sip on the free energy drinks and dab your brow with a chilled towel. We noticed a big improvement in the friendliness of the staff and the service levels compared to our last visit. To be fair, during our first visit, Four Seasons had just taken over management of this property and I think the kinks were still being worked out. We have absolutely no complaints this time. Everyone was so friendly and where possible tried to remember our names. Tips, tricks, and what to know when you go: I’m going to let you in on a secret – you will not find a better luxury value in Hawaii. Period. There’s currently a promotion to stay in a Superior room for $295 per night. Even if you can’t take advantage of that deal, they often offer a fourth-night free deal. You don’t have to pay a resort fee here. Yippee! You really don’t need to bring much to this resort. Normally, Andy and I travel with enough sunscreen to get us through our first few days. We didn’t need to do that as the resort provides sunscreen. The resort even provides a nice beach tote to use during your stay. I should also mention that the toiletries are L’Occitane brand. Me likey! Resort guests have access to the spa’s steam room and sauna that are quite nice. So, take advantage of that. Kids and teens programs are free here. At other Hawaii resorts, you’d pay upwards of $75 a day per child for the resort kids’ club. See my article, Four Seasons Resorts Lanai Makes Family Escapes Easier . You don’t need to rent a car on Lanai. A shuttle service is provided to and from the airport and into Lanai City. When you go to Lanai City or over to Koele, bring a light sweater or jacket. The higher elevation there can be chilly in comparison to Manele. The resort regularly brings in local artists. We had the pleasure of meeting Mike Carroll and fell in love with his art. In fact, we bought this piece and had it shipped home. The short hike over to see Puupehe (Sweetheart Rock) is well worth doing. Consider catching sunset there with a picnic. Do you have an American Express Platinum Card? If so, book your stay with that card (through American Express travel services) and you’ll get free breakfast for two daily, plus one free lunch and a room upgrade based on availability. New Years Eve is a great time to visit. The resort puts on a wonderful fireworks show. One of the best restaurant views in all of Hawaii is the Clubhouse Restaurant at The Challenge Golf Course. Don’t miss it. As a matter of transparency and disclosure, we paid for our stay at this resort, however, the spa treatment was provided by the resort free of charge. © 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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There are very few vacations across the world that offer as much opportunity for adventure, excitement, and relaxation as Hawaii does. Surfing is perhaps one of the most popular pastimes vacationers and locals alike engage in during the summer months, but there are many other activities you can enjoy throughout the year as well. One [...]
Continue reading...Friday, December 25, 2009
Are you gearing up to make your Hawaii vacation reservations? Before you go ahead and make those reservations, you are advised to take a minute and make sure that you thoroughly examined all of your options. Although there is a good chance that you thought about Hawaii vacation resorts and Hawaii hotels, did you think [...]
Continue reading...Friday, December 25, 2009
Hawaii — The beachfront estate that will serve as the holiday-season headquarters for President-elect Barack Obama and his entourage should offer all the comforts of home—and then some. Workers on Saturday were busily preparing the property for the future president, his family and a group of friends from Chicago in advance of Obama’s arrival in Hawaii [...]
Continue reading...Sunday, December 13, 2009
My Husband and I are going to Hawaii in November but can not decide where to stay. So we thought we’d look for a few suggestions and ideas. Ofcourse he wants to do the Luau and I want to go scubba diving and want to try out Surfing.
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