Destinations

New wine bar uncorked at Westin

The Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa has unveiled "bin1901," Waikiki's newest wine bar and piano lounge located in the hotel's main lobby. Named after the commonly used Bottle Identification Number system to locate bottles of wine in large cellars and the "First Lady of Waikiki's" inaugural year 1901, the new wine bar will is open nightly from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. with live piano entertainment from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. The venue offers an extensive collection of more than 100 varieties of wine by the glass including rare selections of private reserves and limited releases....

Discounts at Castle Resorts

Hawaii travel wholesaler Condominium Connection has discounts of 55% at nine Castle Resorts and Hotels properties throughout the Hawaii. The reductions celebrate Condominium Connection's "dynamic pricing" program with Castle Resorts that allows direct access to Castle inventory at the "best available rates" through Dec. 22. Examples of pricing with the discounts include starting nightly rates of: US$76 at Castle Waikiki Grand near Kapiolani Park; US$81 at Castle Hokele Suites, described as a moderate condo in central Waikiki; and US$130 at Castle Kamaole Sands, a "popular family condo across...

WestJet Vacations 5th night free at Aulani

WestJet Vacations reports that those booking Aulani, the Disney resort in Hawaii, for five or more nights will receive the fifth night free. "At this remarkable oceanfront resort, kids, teens and adults can enjoy a world of magic...

Free night at Napili Kai

Maui, Hawaii's Napili Kai Beach Resort, a deluxe resort situated on Napili Bay, is offering "A Whale of a Deal" for selected dates in 2012. For stays from Jan. 6-27 and April 14 to June 15, every third night is free. Reservations must be booked by Jan. 6 and the "Whale of a Deal" offer is valid for stays in Ocean View Studios only. A minimum three-night stay is required, with every third night free after two consecutive paid nights at full rate....

Hawaii cruises with Norwegian Cruise Line

Bookings on Hawaii cruises with Norwegian Cruise Line can now be made through April 18, 2015. The cruise line says consumer demand is the reason behind the unusually advance opening....

Embassy Suites has organic option

Embassy Suites-Waikiki Beach Walk has teamed up with Whole Foods Market Hawaii to provide a unique vacation offering for travellers seeking an "organic adventure." Guests opting for the "Wholesome Vacation" package will receive a $100 gift card to Whole Foods Market (plus other gifts including tote bag), and an unlimited two-day pass on the Waikiki Trolley. The package is priced from $299 per night, including one-bedroom suite, with a minimum four-night stay....

Hawaiian Hotels & Resorts

HAWAIIAN HOTELS DECIDES TO MAKE SPECIAL AVAILABLE IN 2012 Hawaiian Hotels & Resorts (HH&R), which owns and operates the Royal Lahaina Resort on Maui and Royal Kona Resort on Hawaii's Big Island, has extended its "Royal Experience" specials at the properties for 2012. Both Royal Experience packages are five-night minimums and feature reduced rates, Ocean View accommodations for two at the Royal Lahaina Resort or Ocean Front room at the Royal Kona Resort, buffet breakfasts for two daily, a luau for two with a buffet and Polynesian entertainment production, and sunset dinner cruise for two. At...

Golfers green with envy at Kapalua

Golfers with the "fore-sight" can plan their next getaway to Maui's The Kapalua Villas, located within the Kapalua Resort, where they'll find two championship golf courses and an academy and practice facility, all on property. The Kapalua Villas currently offers rates starting at US$209 for a one-bedroom Gold Villa. Guests will find two 18-hole golf courses surrounded by the backdrop of the Kapalua Resort. The resort's award-winning Bay Course, designed by Arnold Palmer and Francis Duane, is a 6,600-yard par 72 known for its gently rolling fairways and generous greens....

Amenities make a splash at Malia

The OHANA Waikiki Malia says it has proven that it "really is possible to make a good thing better," noting that during fall the hotel unveiled a lounge pool and whirlpool spa...

Aston has ‘whale’ of a deal available

Every winter, pods of humpback whales swim from Alaska to calve in Maui's balmy seas and Aston Hotels & Resorts' Whale of a Vacation deal offers the opportunity to see the mammals up close and in person. Those who book Aston's Whale of a Vacation will receive a voucher for one complimentary Whale Watch Cruise when purchasing the first Whale Watch Cruise from Maui Adventure Cruises. The two-hour cruise includes a ride to prime whale-watching spots aboard Maui Adventure Cruises' Explorer Super Raft. Every seat is a "front row seat" and offers ocean-level views. There's narration by experienced...