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Happy Monday! Here's what's new in Hawaii: Inter-Island Airfare rates have dropped to an unheard of $29 one-way. Tickets must be purchased by tomorrow and used by September 30th, 2006. Go! Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines made these latest cuts and Aloha is thinking about what it will do. Gotta love this airfare war. Go Go! http://the.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/2006/Jul/31/ln/FP607310329.

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question What is the latest on the sharks in Oahu and Maui? We're coming in late July - Aug. answer Hmmm, I don't know that there is a latest. There were sharks seen and the beaches were closed, but reopened after the sharks seemed to have moved on. I haven't heard anything in several days so these issues are probably over for now.

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Sanjay over at thingsindian.com has put up a page advising of Indian Restaurants in Hawaii. Right now they are all on Oahu, so if you know of any on the other islands head over and let him know.

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Well, it won't start till June 9th, but man I can taste those low fares already! Go! airlines has started selling $39 one way inter-island tickets between all the major Hawaiian Islands (maui, oahu, the big island, and kauai). The cheapest tickets you could get from Aloha or Hawaiian for years now is $71 one way normally, so that is practically half-price!. Of course, if you go to Aloha or

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After writing an ezine article about the best Oahu Beaches I got some reader feedback about one I did not include. Here's what she said. " ... Waimanalo (Beach). The beach is beautiful, the water is great for swimming (even with keikis), there are trees for shade, there are no crowds, and there is plenty of local flavor. Of course, it may not appeal to all tourists, depending on what they're

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We stayed in Waikiki for one week at the Resortquest at the Waikiki Banyan. It was me, my husband, and our two (three months from three) year old child. I can definitely recommend the Resortquest. The location (one-block walk to the beach) and the room (full kitchen, divider between "bedroom" and living room) were top-notch for the price. Plus, on the fifth floor roof they have a pool, a

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question We are a family of three (m/f/daughter 10 years old) arriving for just a day on the Pride of America cruise ship (March 22). The excursions offered by the ship seem to not include the "day at the beach" options we've often used on cruises. Can you offer some ideas for us? Any hotels with day-use fees? Any beach parks with modest facilities (bathrooms/snacks)? We will be docking at

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question Hello there. My name is ***** and i'm from San Diego...i had a question for you. I'm 19 and me and a couple of friends (5 including me) were thinking about going to Hawaii at the beginning of August for maybe a week. we don't have very much money and we are not picky about "nice" hotels - food or anything. We'll do whatever it takes for us to get there. I read on one of your posts that

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US Airways - America West Airlines have started a new flight direct to Kona International Airport from Phoenix Arizona, starting March 2nd. The flight will be every day, Phoenix to Kailua-Kona leaving at 11:40 am and arriving at 3:28 pm, and the return flight from Kailua-Kona to Phoenix leaves at 11:59 pm and arrives at 8:48 am the next day. The time change difference between Arizona and Hawaii

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question The coupon for the paradise cove luau in the entertainment book, is it good for all the seating, including VIP? The regular price is $118.00. How could I be sure, and that it is good during the first week in March. answer It seems unlikely that the coupon is good for the VIP seating. It says right on the back of the coupon that this coupon is considered discount seating and discount

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The Waikiki Shell (where the free Kodak Hula Shows used to be given until 2002) will get a new South Pacific Cultural Center with a swap meet and cultural village. Great! I'm looking forward to checking it out! For more details read: Swap Meet to Open In Waikiki

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Hawaii may have to hang "No Vacancy" sign - This article suggests that tourism officials here in Hawaii may be thinking about shunning the budget traveler in order to keep tourism counts down and income level up after record seasons of 7 million visitors. I say to you the visitor, avoid Waikiki, shun much of Maui, and you shouldn't have a problem. Waikiki is jam-packed these days, and Maui

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The Hawaiiana Hotel in Waikiki is an older, low-rise building with kitchenettes and discount prices surrounded by new and big hotels. This review - writeup by a local tv station will convince some to reserve and others to run far away.

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I am interested in the Go Hawaii card but the site I found does not go into detail as what it includes. Can you swim with the Dolphins at Discovery or only use card for admission to Park? do you think it is worth it? I like the idea of the beach chairs and canoe ride each day. my answer Hi, I have the booklet here so I know exactly what it includes if you have any more questions. You cannot

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question We are visiting the island of Maui From Feb.9th to 19th. We just figured out (duh...lol) that the Pro Bowl is in Honolulu when we are down there. We have found a package deal that includes a flight, game ticket, and shuttle sevice to and from the airport. The cost is $350. We are wondering if this is a good deal, or are there cheaper ways of island hopping and getting game tickets?

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The Hawaii Newcomer's Guide at The Honolulu Advertiser should actually be called the Oahu Newcomer's guide, because there's nothing on there about the neighbor islands - but still, there is a lot of good information about working and real estate and local customs to get you off on the right foot.

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Sending your adult children to Oahu, Hawaii for spring break and don't just want to hand them a wad of cash? Trying to think of a good gift for a newlywed couple planning on Honeymooning on the island of Oahu in Hawaii? I have a great idea for both situation: The Go Oahu Card! They show this card instead of paying with cash and get into a large complement of activities for free. I've done

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Sailing Date(s): Mar 2006, Apr 2006, Sep 2006, Oct 2006, Dec 2006 14 night Hawaii Cruise This cruise leaves from Los Angeles, spends 4 days at sea and then stops in Hilo on the Big Island for the day. After Hilo you swing around the Big Island to Kailua-kona for a day. Then from Kona you head to Kauai, then Oahu, then Maui, and then back to Los Angeles.

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Orbitz: Orbitz: Super Sand and Sea Sales on Vacations in Hawaii - ends 1-29-06 Orbitz is offering special deals on hotels and hotels plus airfare for Hawaii hotels. The deals look decent, for example, they have Resortquest Waikiki Beach hotel from $149 a night. It's a decent hotel in a great location and that's a good price. Orbitz can sometimes offer the lowest prices available, since it

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From Travelocity.com $50 off Flight + Hotel: in Hawaii - ends 1-31-06 This is for any vacations lasting 4 nights or over. Read the conditions, but it seems you just need to book the vacation and then enter the promotional code when you are reviewing your package and they'll deduct the $50.00. Travelocity is a booking engine and information providor using technology to assist in travel

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question Hello. I found the website andhawaii.com and I was hoping to find an answer to a question. How much would it cost, on an average monthly basis, to live in or near Kona for a family of 3? This would mean a 2 bedroom apartment or small house. I'm looking for a ballpark figure for more than just rent, though, although if you could tell me how much rent is on average, it would be greatly

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I just found this fantastic blog, 'Ono Kine Grindz. If you are not sure what that means, it's a pidgen-y way to say 'really good food' in Hawaii. If you are interested in sampling the fantastic array of authentic ethnic foods found on Oahu, maybe read up at this blog first. Or, here's a rather easy recipe of my favorite Hawaiian food - Chicken Long Rice.

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Council votes to ban Waikiki street performers - it's not a done deal yet because the mayor still has to sign it into law, and the ACLU may block it before then, but it may happen. The reasoning is because street performers cause blocked sidewalks which are then a safety hazard as people can't get around and have to step in the street. Personally, I think it would be very unfortunate if

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This article outlines the results of the 10 million Resortquest just spent "restoring a traditional Hawaiian sense of place" to the Kauai Islander on the beach. Every room, plus the pool have undergone renovations - they even got a new address. Now throught the 22nd, the hotel is offering enticing lower rates.

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I have put up a Big Island Vacation Packages page here. My plan is to keep an eye on the Big Island packages available at the major package suppliers and then list and comment on them to help you decide. Currently some Kohala Coast Packages with comments up.

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