It's a new year on Hawaii's Big Island. While things on the mainland continue to cool down, things on Hawaii Island are heating up and it's not just at Kilauea volcano where you'll feel the heat. Across the island there are plenty of exciting new adventures, activities and events and the island's accommodations are keeping pace with some great deals.
Accommodations
Aston Hotels & Resorts
Aston Hotels & Resorts brings back the FREE Aloha Book for their guests in 2011. This value-added amenity is once again filled with exclusive offers to Aston guests worth more than $2,500 in savings such as 15 percent off all motorcycle, scooter or bicycle rentals at the Big Island Motorcycle Co., a special mid-day rate of $105 at Waikola Golf and 20 percent off sunset dinner at Kahua Ranch. Visit their website for more details.
Castle Resorts & Hotels
Put Down the Snow Shovel...and take advantage of Castle Resort Hawaii's HOT Winter Deals! Save 50 percent from Jan. 4 through Mar. 31, 2011 on Big Island accommodations ranging from Castle Kona Bali Kai studio condos for just $119/night, to luxurious two-bedroom, two-bath villas at Halii Kai at Waikoloa for only $275/night - that's half off regular prices! Similar values at the Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel and other Castle properties on the Big Island. Call (800) 367-5004 or visit their website for more details.
The Fairmont Orchid
Spa Sense Package. Immerse yourself in the exotic healing forces of the Kohala Coast at the Spa Without Walls at The Fairmont Orchid, Hawai'i. Package includes luxurious accommodations, choice of a spa or salon treatment (up to $199 value) per day and an organic lunch to be enjoyed in the spa garden. Offer valid Jan. 4 through Dec. 20, 2011, based upon availability. Rates start from $619/night, plus taxes, based on double occupancy. Call (800) 845-9905 or visit their website for more details.
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
Beginning Feb. 1, 2011, guests of Four Seasons Resort Hualalai suites will receive complimentary round-trip ground transportation (once per party) between Kona International Airport and the resort. Additionally, departing passengers of Terminal 1 (presently United Airlines and U.S. Air) will have access to the resort's new air-conditioned airport lounge upon departure. The new airport lounge features comfortable seating, a wet bar, flat-screen television, wireless Internet access, refreshments, periodicals and charging stations for computers, mobile phones and PDAs. Visit their website for more details.
Hawai'i Island Retreat
Hawai'i Island Retreat in North Kohala introduces Personal Getaway Packages. Enjoy a two-, four- or six-night retreat featuring refined accommodations, delicious meals drawing from organic gardens, expert spa services, yoga and meditation, and a few surprises in the all-inclusive package price. Add a friend to your package with all the services and amenities at half the price. Rates begin at $970/night for a single-person package. Call (808) 889-6336, email info@hawaiiislandretreat.com or visit their website for more details.
Healing Arts Center
The Healing Arts Center in South Kona is hosting an "Awakening the Wise Woman" workshop in April for women 50 and older. Check retreat details at www.dragonflyranch.com or call soul proprietress, Barbara Moore at (808) 328-2159.
King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel welcomes its newest indoor shopping tenants. Visit the Hawaiian Shirt Museum featuring vintage print aloha wear, and Rumley Art Gallery with island artwork, jewelry, and furnishings. And 2011 brings more additions, including Big Island Image Productions, Kona Weddings, a Pack, Copy, and Ship office center, and the completion of the ABC Store expansion project. Visit their website for more details.
Kipuka Cottage
New first anniversary discount rates are now in effect at beautiful, secluded Kipuka Cottage. The owners of this sublime forest hideaway next to Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park want to begin their second year with a big mahalo to all past and future guests with rates discounted more than 17 percent off. Get the new numbers at their website.
Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows
Start the New Year with the resolution to do a triathlon! Hawai'i Island is a globally recognized hotspot for endurance sports and now Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows is offering the chance to train where the pros do and to learn from the experts with its new Iron-Fit Package. You'll receive a daily personal training session, daily tri-road bike use and daily sports massage, plus access to Mauna Lani's 25-meter lap pool. Minimum three-night stay. Visit their website for more details.
Prince Resorts Hawaii
Prince Resorts Hawaii is giving away FREE room nights in 2011! Book two consecutive nights in a Terrace category room at $289/night at the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel, and you'll receive the third night free. Even at the legendary Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, your fourth night is free after paying for three consecutive nights at $500/night for a mountain view category. Some restrictions apply. For reservations call (866) PRINCE.6 or visit their website for more details.
Royal Kona Resort
Escape the cold this winter at Royal Kona Resort and get every third night free when you book in Garden, Partial Ocean, Ocean, Oceanfront, and Oceanfront Corner King rooms from Jan. 3 through Dec. 21, 2011. Garden View rates start from just $160 per night. Offer subject to availability and blackout dates. Not combinable with any other offers. Call (800) 22-ALOHA (222-5642) or visit their website for more details.
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