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Snap Away: Maui, Hawaii

Island Tips — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:43:18 +0000

This week, aspiring London fashionista Georgia Somary submits this ethereal shot taken in Maui, Hawaii. “The photo was taken on the volcanic slopes of Maui. We were driving up and the lunar landscape was so eerie. It was an amazing trip, despite the often unbearable humidity.”

Aloha Friday Photo: Banzai Pipeline

Island Tips — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:41:35 +0000

Mahalo to Lisa Eichinger for sharing her photo of Ehukai Beach Park . This North Shore Oahu spot is where the famous Banzai Pipeline surfing spot is. For such a popular beach park, notice how pristine and peaceful this beach looks. Lisa definitely found a beautiful scene to share with us. We’re …

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Aloha Friday Photo: Banzai Pipeline

Hawaii Vacation News you can use

Island Tips — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:41:53 +0000

United Announces Nonstop Flights from Washington DC Just when I was thinking there was no relief in sight from all of the high airfares this year, United airlines announced this week that they are beginning nonstop service from Washington DC to Honolulu…

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Hawaii Vacation Deals & News: February 2, 2012

Island Tips — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:52:13 +0000

*? 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 …

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Hawaii Vacation Deals & News: February 2, 2012

Big Changes Coming for USS Arizona Memorial Ticketing

Island Tips — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:25:18 +0000

Coming soon, visitors will be able to book USS Arizona Memorial tickets in advance. This change could significantly reduce visitor wait times and help you make the most of your Oahu vacation time. Tickets will still be available on a first come, first served basis…

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Big Changes Coming for USS Arizona Memorial Ticketing

‘Outstanding’ year for Hawaii’s tourism industry

Island Tips — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 02:05:26 +0000

State tourism officials on Monday said Hawaii welcomed 7,284,069 visitors last year, a 3.8 percent increase over 2010. Related posts: 2010 a strong year for global tourism, U.N. agency says Walworth County leads state with 12 percent jump in tourism spending NYC Breaks Tourism Record in 2010

Three unexpected treats on Oahu’s North Shore

Island Tips — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:05:45 +0000

Filed under: Arts and Culture , Learning , Food and Drink , North America , United States Last October, when my wife and I visited Oahu for a week, we spent the first few days happily exploring the attractions and activities we’d plotted before the trip: the artfully educating exhibits at the Bishop Museum…

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Three unexpected treats on Oahu’s North Shore

Hawaii: oceanview room at 4-star Waikiki hotel — from $157

Island Tips — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:41:53 +0000

Oceanfront Waikiki savings — done. Get your 3rd night complimentary at the 4-star Hawaii Prince Hotel, now-March 31. We found $157-per-night rates (after discount) February 25-29; March 2-8, 14-31. Other dates start at $13 more.

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Hawaii: oceanview room at 4-star Waikiki hotel — from $157

Taking a Historical Sunset Cruise on the Kona Coast with Body Glove Hawaii

Island Tips — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:32:20 +0000

Body Glove Hawaii offers a very nice historical sunset dinner cruise that we had a chance to enjoy on our recent visit to Hawaii’s Big Island. The dinner, entertainment and sunset was very good, but what I especially enjoyed was learning the …

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Taking a Historical Sunset Cruise on the Kona Coast with Body Glove Hawaii

Corkboard: our travel news round-up

Island Tips — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:44:07 +0000

Our weekly look at the new and fun in the world of travel, including a competition to win a trip for two to Antarctica, worth £20,000, plus a new collection of boutique hotels in Corsica Tweet us @guardiantravel or email us…

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Corkboard: our travel news round-up