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Discover the Hilton Waikiki Prince Kuhio Hotel a full-service, 620-Room, deluxe hotel, featuring spectacular ocean and mountain views located in the heart of Waikiki, just steps from the beach. The Hilton Waikiki combines all the comforts of home along with the special amenities needed for those on the GO…including Wayport High-speed Internet access in all guest rooms and meeting space. Whether an intimate gathering, corporate retreat or meeting large or small, we will help you plan an event of unparalleled elegance. At the Hilton Waikiki Prince Kuhio, our vision is to create a place where you feel welcomed. All rooms feature the Hilton Serenity Bed, down duvet & pillows and 250 thread count linens.
	Regular Rate	Saver Rate
Hotel Standard	$269	$215
Hotel Ocean View	$304	$249
SUPER SAVER RATES include: 1 Night Accommodations for Two Valid 5/12 - 12/20/08
	WAS	NOW
Hotel Standard	$538 pp	$404 pp
Hotel Ocean View	$608 pp	$456 pp
FREE NIGHT & $75 FOOD CREDIT Package includes: 4 Nights Accommodations for Two 4th Night FREE $75 Dining Credit per room Valid 5/12 - 12/20/08
	WAS	NOW
Hotel Standard (Two Rooms)	$404 pp	$336 pp
FAMILY 2 ROOM SPECIAL plus FREE NIGHT & $75 FOOD CREDIT Package includes: Two (2) Standard Rooms 4 Nights Accommodations for Four (Two Adults & Two Kids under 18) 4th Night FREE - for 1st Room only $75 Dining Credit per room - for 1st Room only Valid 5/12 - 12/20/08 Not available to book online. Please call your travel agent for more information.

Airfare is NOT included. Competitive coach and first class airfare is available nationwide on
Alaska, Delta, Hawaiian, Northwest or United Airlines. Prices include all taxes.
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.

Hawai‘i vacation Speical   SHERATON WAIKIKI Sunsational Savings - 3rd Night Free • Every 3rd night free • $75 dining credit per room, per stay • City View room 3 nights from $389 per person SAVE up to $386 per couple Book now - 12/16/08 | Travel now - 12/19/08 Waikiki Premium Submarine Tour: For an underwater adventure like no other, climb aboard the Atlantis, a high-tech 64-passenger submarine with air-conditioned interior, large view ports and comfortable seating. Descend to depths of 100 ft. Price: from $119 per person, $59 per child   KAUAI MARRIOTT RESORT & BEACH CLUB Hawaiian Sand Dollars • Every 5th night free • Daily breakfast for two • Garden View room 5 nights from $729 per person SAVE up to $386 per couple Book now - 12/17/08 | Travel now - 12/22/08 Waimea Canyon Experience: Come along for spectacular sightseeing and a day filled with the beauty, legends, and sagas of Kauai. Be sure to bring your camera and join us for an experience you’ll long remember. Price: from $49 per person, $39 per child   THE FAIRMONT ORCHID, HAWAII 6th Night Free with $200 Resort Credit • Every 6th night free • $200 resort credit per room, per stay • Fairmont Garden View room 6 nights from $1,049 per person SAVE up to $415 per couple Book now - 12/14/08 | Travel now - 12/20/08 Mauna Kea Summit and Stars: At the summit you’ll stand on top of the world’s tallest mountain, which rises from the ocean floor to over 31,000 ft. After sunset we descend back down to view the majestic Hawaiian sky. Price: from $179 per person   HYATT REGENCY MAUI RESORT & SPA Give Yourself a Gift and Resort Credit • $25 resort credit per room, per stay • Special reduced room rate • $250 AmEx Gift Card per booking • Aloha Rate - Partial Ocean View room 6 nights from $1,249 per person Value added savings Book now - 5/31/08 | Travel now - 6/30/08 Discover Lanai Sunrise Sail: Snorkel, sunbathe, play beach volleyball, or explore Lanai. This adventure is both entertaining and educational. You’ll also enjoy what many say is the best BBQ in Hawaii. Price: from $199 per person, $99 per child   THE RITZ-CARLTON KAPALUA Island Paradise Promotion • Every 6th night free • $250 food & beverage credit • Deluxe room 6 nights from $1,669 per person SAVE up to $667 per couple Book now - 10/25/08 | Travel now - 10/31/08 Old Lahaina Luau: Come enjoy a fun evening of entertainment at the famous Old Lahaina Luau. Enjoy an evening of traditional Hawaiian cuisine, entertainment, music, cultural dances, and wonderful Island artifacts. Price: from $79 per person, $49 per child

WAIKIKI BEACH MARRIOTT RESORT & SPA - Oahu
Valid 4/18 - 5/31/08			5 Nights
City View			$648
Ocean View			$824
Packages include: Budget Compact Car, FREE space-available upgrade to Intermediate, accommodations, one FREE night & daily breakfast for two.
JW MARRIOTT IHILANI RESORT & SPA at Ko Olina - Oahu
Valid 4/18 - 5/31/08			5 Nights
Mountain View			$982
Ocean View			$1,102
Packages include: Budget Compact Car, FREE space-available upgrade to Intermediate, accommodations, one FREE night & daily breakfast for two.
WAILEA BEACH MARRIOTT RESORT & SPA - Maui
Valid 4/18 - 5/31/08			5 Nights
Terrace View			$984
Ocean View			$1,074
Packages include: Budget Compact Car, FREE space-available upgrade to Intermediate, accommodations, one FREE night & daily breakfast for two.
KAUAI MARRIOTT RESORT & BEACH CLUB - Kauai
Valid 4/18 - 5/31/08			5 Nights
Garden View			$762
Ocean View			$1,084
Packages include: Budget Compact Car, FREE space-available upgrade to Intermediate, accommodations, one FREE night & daily breakfast for two.
WAIKOLOA BEACH MARRIOTT RESORT & SPA - Big Island
Valid 4/18 - 5/31/08			5 Nights
Garden / Mountain View			$772
Ocean View			$878
Packages include: Budget Compact Car, FREE space-available upgrade to Intermediate, accommodations, one FREE night & daily breakfast for two.

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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 and include all taxes. 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.

Hawaii 5-0 Landmark Hotel Housekeeping Cutbacks

Made famous in the 1960’s by Hawaii 5-O, the Ilikai Hotel has long been a presence in Waikiki. However the property has been getting a lot of

unwanted attention with labor issues as low occupancy spurs housekeeping cutbacks. Starting April 1^st, the hotel is drastically reducing its

housekeeping forces. Occupancy at the Waikiki property is expected to fall between 30% and 40% in April and May, according to general manager

Teri Orton. Orton said that the cuts are temporary. The hotel workers’ union fears the cuts are essentially layoffs to almost two-thirds of the

unionized housekeeping staff.

The property was purchased in July 206 for $218 million by a local company named Anekona with ambitious plans to reposition the Ilikai into an

upscale condominium hotel. The changes have been met with resistance by the condo owners as they fear many of his proposed changes will harm

the old-Hawaii-character of the hotel. After at least six months of delays, the estimated cost has been $5 million. The developers expect major

renovations to begin this fall, with the Ilikai’s grand reopening scheduled for late 2009.

Ala Moana Blvd Construction

If you are renting a car One of the gateways to Waikiki, Ala Moana Boulevard is getting a major facelift. The Hilton Hawaiian Village said the improvements will eventually improve traffic on a crowded stretch of roadway. The bad news is that the construction work there will slowdown traffic over the next eight months. The road improvements will extend from the Hawaii Prince Hotel, passing the Ilikai Hotel and the Hilton down Ala Moana Boulevard past Fort DeRussy to Kalakaua Avenue. The area routinely sees traffic bottlenecked, as tourists and people who live and work in the area travel in and out of Waikiki.

Waikiki Beach Walk Launches “Sunday Showcase”

Waikiki Beach Walk, the new emerging hub of Hawaiian entertainment, dining and shopping along the Lewers Street corridor, is kicking off a new free

"Sunday Showcase" entertainment series starting April 6^th. This will complement a couple of ongoing activities already in place, meaning locals and

visitors alike have yet another destination to explore Waikiki. The new weekly program, part of Outrigger’s Nâ Mele No Na Pua-Music for the Generations

Hawaiian music heritage program, will assemble popular hula and music performers in an early evening program, from 5-6 p.m. on Sundays, at the

Plaza Stage. So far the schedule for April includes:

April 6 — Pali

April 13 — Imua, Da Band

April 20 — Ala and Na Hui Lokahi with Hula Halau O Pua Loke

April 27 — A Touch of Gold & local funny man Frank DeLima

Dec. 21 — looking ahead a Christmas concert, roster to be announced

Waikiki Beach Walk also presents a free weekly show, Ku Ha’aheo (To Cherish With Pride), from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays at the Plaza Stage, and
a Na Mele No Na Pua Kama’aina concert from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Sundays at the Grand Lanai of the Embassy Suites. Valet parking ($6) for four hours
is available at the Embassy Suites and the Wyndham with any same-day purchase from a Waikiki Beach Walk merchant.

Today’s Special: March 21, 2008

Hawaii Golf Deals ROYAL KONA RESORT 5 Nights Alii / Lagoon Tower GV $468 pp   PACKAGE includes: Budget Compact car, FREE upgrade to Intermediate 4/1 - 6/7/08 based on space availability in Hawaii, accommodations, 5th Night FREE & GolfHawaiiCard. Valid 4/1 - 6/7, 9/1 - 9/29 & 10/12 - 12/17/08. KEAUHOU BEACH RESORT 5 Nights Partial Ocean View $542 pp   PACKAGE includes: Budget Compact car, FREE upgrade to Intermediate 4/1 - 6/7/08 based on space availability in Hawaii, accommodations, FREE night, FREE upgrade, Daily breakfast & GolfHawaiiCard. Valid 4/1 - 6/7 & 8/26 - 12/17/08. SHERATON KEAUHOU BAY RESORT & SPA 5 Nights DLX Partial Ocean View $668 pp   PACKAGE includes: Budget Compact car, FREE upgrade to Intermediate 4/1 - 6/15/08 based on space availability in Hawaii, "Ocean Promotion" accommodations & GolfHawaiiCard. Valid 4/1 - 5/25, 5/30 - 6/15, 8/16 - 10/7 & 10/12 - 12/17/08. MAUNA LANI POINT 5 Nights 1 BDR Fairway $928 pp   PACKAGE includes: Budget Compact car, FREE upgrade to Intermediate 4/7 - 6/12/08 based on space availability in Hawaii, accommodations, 5th Night FREE, $100 American Express Gift Check (per room) & GolfHawaiiCard. Valid 4/7 - 6/12 & 8/24 - 12/15/08. Airfare is NOT included. Competitive coach and first class airfare is available nationwide on Alaska, Aloha, ATA, Delta, Hawaiian, Northwest or United Airlines. Prices include all taxes. 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.

Our best prices available today & everyday! Rates shown are per person, per night, based on double occupancy for 5 nights.

Oahu Aqua Island Colony ______________…__from $41 City view room & 1 st night free. Outrigger Reef on the Beach Hotel _______……..__from $121 Partial Ocean view room and 5 th night free. Halekulani ………………………………………………………………………….from $230 Garden view room with lei greeting and round trip airport transfers. Maui Lahaina Shores Beach Resort (Condo)..________….from $76 Mountain view studio & 5 th night free. Royal Lahaina Resort ___.______……………………….from $105 Terrace view room. Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas (Condo)__…………….. from $214 Value in Paradise Island studio & compact car, travel 4/20-5/24, 9/02-9/19, 9/23-11/21 & 12/01-12/20/08. Kauai ResortQuest Kauai Beach at Makaiwa ………………………………..from $72 Hawaii Saver Rate _ garden view room, travel now-07/01/08. Sheraton Kauai Resort …………………………………………………………from $118 Value In Paradise Garden view room & compact car, travel 2/20-3/08, 4/01-6/15, 8/24-12/26/08. Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas   _____……………… from $170 Value in Paradise Island view studio & compact car, travel 5/1-6/15/08, 8/24-12/18/08. Hawaii Royal Kona Resort __________________from $62 Alii/Lagoon Tower garden/mountain room with 5th night free. Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort __….____………………. from $77 1st Night Free Partial ocean view with upgrade to ocean view plus breakfast for two daily Hilton Waikoloa Village ____………………………………………….. from $141 Triple Value Promo Garden view room with upgrade to golf view plus buffet breakfast for two daily & Aloha Fun pass. Travel 4/01-12/20/08.

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Today’s Special: October 16, 2007

ALL - STAR PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL Sunday, February 10, 2008 • Fans Play Hard Too!! Valid 2/7 - 2/12/08 Basic Hotel/Game Miramar At Waikiki $615 pp Sheraton Princess Kaiulani $683 pp Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach $825 pp Basic Hotel/Game Package * Lei, airport transfers & 4 nights hotel * All-Star Game Tkts (20-30 yd. line) * Stadium transfers & game day escort • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Valid 2/7 - 2/12/08 Upgrade Hotel/Game Miramar At Waikiki $710 pp Sheraton Princess Kaiulani $778 pp Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach $920 pp Upgrade Hotel/Game Package * Lei, airport transfers & 4 nights hotel * All-Star Game Tkts (40-45 yd. line) * Stadium transfers & game day escort • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Valid 2/7 - 2/12/08 Ticket & Tailgate Miramar At Waikiki $935 pp Sheraton Princess Kaiulani $1,003 pp Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach $1,145 pp Ticket and Tailgate Package * Lei, airport transfers & 4 nights hotel * All-Star Game Tkts (40-45 yd. line) * Stadium transfers & game day escort * Official NFL tailgate party • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Valid 2/7 - 2/12/08 Extreme ALL STAR Miramar At Waikiki $980 pp Sheraton Princess Kaiulani $1,048 pp Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach $1,190 pp Extreme ALL STAR Package * Lei, airport transfers & 4 nights hotel * All-Star Game Tkts (40-45 yd. line) * Stadium transfers & game day escort * Official NFL tailgate party * Honolulu Screamer jet boat excursion • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • *** 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, 2007) Game and Tailgate tickets are non-refundable. Airfare is NOT included. Competitive coach and first class airfare is available nationwide on Alaska, Aloha, ATA, 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.