Hawaii Vacation Packages..Hawaii Blog by Lisa

Some of you may have seen the skit on SNL with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and thought of it as funny. But I think the message it sent was not funny for anyone in Hawaii who lives here (as I do….born and raised),…anyone who works here, (whether in the tourism industry or not,)….for anyone who visits us for the 1st time or the 20th time. It was not funny at all.  SNL’s skit of Hawaii went too far. The bad thing about it is that Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson grew up in Hawaii, went to school in Hawaii and has family still living and make a living in Hawaii. For him to trash Hawaii and the effect it may have on our tourism is very sad. He knows it was not "pono" (right) on his part. He will need to one day make it "right"  (pono) with Hawaii.

If you are looking to visit Hawaii for the 1st time, please don’t let this skit give you the impression that’s how you will be treated when you come to the islands. Hawaii will embrace you and treat you with ALOHA.

"Akahai," meaning kindness,
to be expressed with tenderness;

"Lokahi," meaning unity,
to be expressed with harmony;

"Oluolu," meaning agreeable,
to be expressed with pleasantness;

"Haahaa," meaning humility,
to be expressed with modesty;

"Ahonui," meaning patience,
to be expressed with perseverance

On Oahu there’s a wealth of activities that will create indelible family memories. Sure your kids can always build a sand castle on Waikiki Beach, but how about taking them on a submarine ride or letting them pet a dolphin at Sea Life Park?

You’ll find family fun everywhere on Oahu. Take your kids to see the fish at the Waikiki Aquarium or get a bird’s eye view of a giraffe at the Honolulu Zoo. Explore ancient Hawaiian artifacts in Bishop Museum or get lost together in the 1.7 mile garden maze at Dole Pineapple Plantation. Most hotels even offer fun programs for the keiki (kids).

On Oahu you’ll find something here to charm any child, from surf lessons to horseback rides. Whatever you choose to do, just don’t forget to bring your camera.

Top 5 Family Activities on Oahu:

5. Learn about Hawaiian history at the Bishop Museum.
4. Have fun at an authentic luau at the Polynesian Cultural Center.
3. Find your way out of the garden maze at Dole Pineapple Plantation.
2. Watch a dolphin show at Sea Life Park .
1. See 350 species of aquatic animals and plants at the Waikiki Aquarium

Call me and I will help you create a package catered to your travel preferences and/or budget.

Today history was made as our own Hawaii Born Barack Obama was named the 44th President. 

Hawaii Aloha Travel
808-237-5267 Direct Line
800-843-8771 ext 27 Toll Free
lisa@hawaii-aloha.com

Today’s Special: September 11, 2008

ALL - STAR PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL

Sunday, February 8, 2009 • Fans Play Hard Too!!

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Valid 2/5 - 2/11/09 4 Nights
Miramar At Waikiki $670 pp
ResortQuest Waikiki Beach Hotel $820 pp
Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach $938 pp
Embassy Suites Hotel - Waikiki Beach Walk $1,026 pp
Hotel / Basic Game Package
* Lei greeting & airport transfers
* 4 nights hotel with daily breakfast
* All-Star Game Tkts (20-30 yd. line)
* Stadium transfers & game day escort
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Valid 2/5 - 2/11/09 4 Nights
Miramar At Waikiki $765 pp
ResortQuest Waikiki Beach Hotel $915 pp
Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach $1,033 pp
Embassy Suites Hotel - Waikiki Beach Walk $1,121 pp
Hotel / Upgrade Game Package
* Lei greeting & airport transfers
* 4 nights hotel with daily breakfast
* All-Star Game Tkts (40-45 yd. line)
* Stadium transfers & game day escort
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Valid 2/5 - 2/11/09 4 Nights
Miramar At Waikiki $990 pp
ResortQuest Waikiki Beach Hotel $1,140 pp
Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach $1,258 pp
Embassy Suites Hotel - Waikiki Beach Walk $1,346 pp
Hotel / Ticket & Tailgate Package
* Lei greeting & airport transfers
* 4 nights hotel with daily breakfast
* All-Star Game Tkts (40-45 yd. line)
* Stadium transfers & game day escort
* Official NFL tailgate party
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*** Individual Game Package: 20-30 yd line $289pp, 40-45 yd. line $384pp ***
(includes transfers/escort)

*** Official NFL Tailgate party: $225pp ***
(includes entertainment, food & drinks - must purchase by Dec. 13, 2008)
Game and Tailgate tickets are non-refundable.
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Airfare is NOT included. Competitive coach and first class airfare is available nationwide on Alaska, Delta, Hawaiian, Northwest or United Airlines. Prices are per person double occupancy. Not combinable with any other special. Full payment will guarantee fare. Subject to change without notice. Certain conditions and restrictions may apply. Travel must be completed within time periods listed for rates shown. Prices are in U.S. dollars.

For more information contact your preferred travel agent:

Lisa Zablan at lisa@hawaii-aloha.com 1-800-843-8771 ext 27

I just recenlty returned from Rochester New York and had a wonderful visit with my Aunty Joan. I live in Hawaii, but have fallen in love with the City of Rochester. It may be that its where my father grew up and where my grandparents and Aunty Joan lived all their lives.So I guess I have that enternal bound to the city of Rochester.

While in Rochester Aunty Joan wanted to take me to "Wegmans Concert by the Shore", located at the Ontario Beach Park. But that got cancelled due to rain. We still made it down to the park where we took a lovely stroll thru the park and along the beautiful shoreline and pier. I could just imagine the fun we would have had if it did not rain out.

Ontario Beach Park Shoreline

This venue reminded me of what we offer in Hawaii that is similar. "Waikiki Sunset on the Beach’.

The Hawaii Venue is located in Waikiki along Queens Surf Beach. Held on Saturday and Sundays Nights. The movie is shown on a huge 30 foot screen. The movie is free. There is normally a free music show prior to the start of the movie, from different local muscians. A variety of Food Vendors set up and serve quality food from local cusines to mainland style pizza. They set up a few tables and chairs that you can sit at,..but its 1st come 1st serve, so the best thing to do is bring your own lawn chair and even your own food, cooler and stuff. If you are a visitor the ABC stores sell beach chairs and beach mats that are not too costly. Actually if you pick it up once you arrive you will have a chair/mat that you can use all week.

Here are some photos of our Waikiki Sunset on the Beach.

Setting up the huge 30 foot screen and the food vendors setting up their tents.

The crowd arrives early to get some swim/wave action

These guys are shaping the sand to be their back rest when they view the movie.

Everyone watching the pre enterainent show.

Get your popcorn ready the movie is about to start.

So when you are ready to book your trip to Hawaii, give me a call. I would be happy to assist you with your travel plans from the begining to the end. Don’t forget to ask me about the "Waikiki Sunset on the Beach" movie schedule so you can plan that into your itinerary.

Lisa Zablan
Hawaii Aloha Travel
808-237-5267 Direct Line
800-843-8771 ext 27 Toll Free
lisa@hawaii-aloha.com

Aloha Blog Readers,

Everyday I have to quote what airline fees apply to a customer’s booking and it so hard to remember every fee as each airline is different. One airline will charge a fee for the 1st bag checked in and another won’t charge at all. One airline will charge if you want a window seat and another airline won’t. So thank goodness for this chart. I hope it helps you in deciding which airline to fly with.

Call me to get a quote on a Hawaii Vacation Package. It would be my pleasure to assit you.