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Sheraton Moana Surfrider in Honolulu, Hawaii Hotel-Rates.com >> United States >> Hawaii >> Honolulu >> Sheraton Moana Surfrider Sheraton Moana Surfrider in Honolulu, Hawaii 2365 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 Hotel Rates & Availability Search Check-in: January February March April May June July August September October November December 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Number of Rooms: 1 2 3 4 Check-out: January February March April May June July August September October November December 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Adults per Room: 1 2 3 4 LOWEST HOTEL RATES...GUARANTEED! More Hotel Photos Sheraton Moana Surfrider 2365 Kalakaua Ave HONOLULU, HI, US 96815 The oceanfront Sheraton Moana Surfrider Hotel opened in 1901, and it was the first true resort to rise on what quickly became the world's most famous beach. Today, after an award-winning restoration, this "Grande Dame" of Waikiki hotels appears in her original turn-of-the- century splendor, along with ample modern enhancements. Guests also have access to the facilities at any Waikiki's four Sheraton hotels. Guests at the Sheraton Moana Surfrider are invited to enjoy dining, entertainment, and all facilities - except swimming pools - at the other hotels while simply charging services to their rooms. The oceanfront Sheraton Moana Surfrider Hotel offers 793 spacious rooms and suites spread over three buildings - the historic Banyan Wing, the Diamond Wing, and the Tower wing. All rooms are air-conditioned and include high-speed Internet access via cable TV and video game consoles. Other features include refrigerator, makeup mirror, and bathrobes. The Sheraton Moana Surfrider features three onsite restaurants, including the Banyan Veranda, which is famed for its high tea, as well a sunset buffet and a Sunday brunch. The other options are a Caf and a Grill, both located on the beachfront. Room service is offered 24 hours. The Sheraton Moana Surfrider's open-air Banyan Court, in an agreement with Salem Media, will be presenting monthly concerts that will be simulcast on www.breezeofhawaii.com with a link to the hotel's live webcam. The 24-hour webcam will be focused on the courtyard stage for the duration of the concerts. The concerts will continue into 2005 every second Thursday of the month. Romantic Honeymoon Escape 2005 Honeymooning couples booking a stay for travel January 8, 2005-January 7, 2006 will receive a complimentary room upgrade and a bottle of champagne upon arrival. Must note "Romantic" in the Special Requests box at the time of booking to qualify. Offer combinable with any other special packages and promotions. Offer is subject to room availability. Surrounding Area OCEANFRONT/WAIKIKI BEACH Room Information - Sheraton Moana Surfrider Bed Type: Short Description: Deluxe Ocean Tower Long Description: Two double beds. Furnished lanai with ocean views. Largest of the contemporary rooms, these are located in the contemporary 21-floor Tower Wing. Air-conditioned room with dial-up Internet access (surcharge), in-room safe, video-game console, and refrigerator. Bed Type: Short Description: Tower Partial Ocean Long Description: One queen bed. Furnished lanai with partial ocean view. Located in 21-floor contemporary Tower Wing. Air-conditioned room with dial-up Internet access (surcharge), in-room safe, video-game console, and refrigerator. Bed Type: Short Description: Large City Long Description: Two double beds. Lanai with city views. Large room located in 21-floor contemporary Tower Wing. Air-conditioned room with dial-up Internet access (surcharge), in-room safe, video-game console, and refrigerator. Bed Type: Short Description: Large City Escape Long Description: null Bed Type: Short Description: City View Escape Long Description: One queen or two twin beds. City-view room in six-floor historic Banyan Wing, restored to nearly original 1901 details. Marble-topped sink with wood cabinetry, wicker chairs, sculpted sconces in bathrooms, brass light fixtures in bedrooms, and prints of native Hawaiian plants. No lanai. Bed Type: Short Description: Deluxe Ocean (Diamond) Long Description: Two double beds. Large room with ocean view. Narrow walk-out balcony. Located in seven-floor Diamond Head Wing. Air-conditioned room with dial-up Internet access (surcharge), in-room safe, video-game console, and refrigerator. Bed Type: Short Description: Historic Banyan Ocean Long Description: One queen or two twin beds. Ocean-view room in six-floor historic Banyan Wing, restored to nearly original 1901 details. Marble-topped sink with wood cabinetry, wicker chairs, sculpted sconces in bathrooms, brass light fixtures in bedrooms, and prints of native Hawaiian plants. Air-conditioned room with dial-up Internet access (surcharge), in-room safe, video-game console, and refrigerator. No lanai. Bed Type: Short Description: Tower Partial Ocean Escape Long Description: One queen bed. Furnished lanai with partial ocean view. Located in 21-floor contemporary Tower Wing. Air-conditioned room with dial-up Internet access (surcharge), in-room safe, video-game console, and refrigerator. Bed Type: Short Description: Historic Banyan Ocean Escape Long Description: One queen or two twin beds. Ocean-view room in six-floor historic Banyan Wing, restored to nearly original 1901 details. Marble-topped sink with wood cabinetry, wicker chairs, sculpted sconces in bathrooms, brass light fixtures in bedrooms, and prints of native Hawaiian plants. No lanai. Air-conditioned room with dial-up Internet access (surcharge), in-room safe, video-game console, and refrigerator. Bed Type: Short Description: City View Long Description: One queen or two twin beds. City-view room in six-floor historic Banyan Wing, restored to nearly original 1901 details. Marble-topped sink with wood cabinetry, wicker chairs, sculpted sconces in bathrooms, brass light fixtures in bedrooms, and prints of native Hawaiian plants. Air-conditioned room with dial-up Internet access (surcharge), in-room safe, video-game console, and refrigerator. No lanai. Bed Type: Short Description: Deluxe Ocean (Tower) Escape Long Description: Two double beds. Furnished lanai with ocean views. Largest of the contemporary rooms, these are located in the contemporary 21-floor Tower Wing. Air-conditioned room with dial-up Internet access (surcharge), in-room safe, video-game console, and refrigerator. Bed Type: Short Description: Deluxe Ocean (Diamond) Escape Long Description: Two double beds. Large room with ocean view. Narrow walk-out balcony. Located in seven-floor Diamond Head Wing. Air-conditioned room with dial-up Internet access (surcharge), in-room safe, video-game console, and refrigerator. Property Information Check-in time - 3:00 PM Check-out time - 11:00 AM Hotel Built - 1927 Last Renovated - 1997 Minimum check-in age - 18 Years or Older Tour assistance Star rating: 4 Area Activities -Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center Outside lobby -DFS Galleria 1 Block -International Market Place 2 Blocks -Fort DeRussy 1 Mile / 2 Kilometers -Honolulu Zoo 1.25 Miles -Waikiki Aquarium 1.25 Miles / 2 Kilometers -Ala Moana Center 1.25 Miles / 2 Kilometers -Diamond Head 2 Miles / 3 Kilometers Driving Directions - Sheraton Moana Surfrider From Honolulu International Airport: Take the H-1 Fwy heading east. Exit at Nimitz Hwy and follow the signs toward Waikiki. Nimitz Hwy becomes Ala Moana Blvd. Continue on Ala Moana Blvd until it merges with Kalakaua Ave. Turn right onto Kalakaua Ave Continue to Royal Hawaiian Ave, and turn right again to reach the hotel. Policies & Disclaimers You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book. These excellent rates are only available through us. Please do not call the property, as they will not have our discounted rates in their system. Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed. Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled directly between you and the property. Cancellation Policy: Cancellation Policy, hotels.com. Bookings are subject to a 25 USD fee for any CANCELLATION/CHANGE. If cancellation occurs within the Cancellation Policy period, a charge of one- night's room rate, tax recovery charges and service fees will be assessed. No refunds will be made for no-shows or early checkouts. SHERATON MOANA SURFRIDER Cancellation Policy Non Changeable, Advance Purchase Rate, Fully prepaid. If cancelled outside of 72 hours of arrival before 4PM, forfeit 1 night. If cancelled inside 72 hours of arrival after 4PM, forfeit entire stay. 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Kauai Resort - Aloha Beach Resort Kaua'i Kauai Resort with Hawaiian Style On the beautiful green island of Kauai, there is a sacred area where the Wailua River meets the ocean. It is the first place to glimpse the dawn over the ocean, it is a place of worship and refuge, it is a place where royalty lived, surfed and gave birth to generations of Hawaiian leaders. This area is the historic Wailua Bay, a place of history, romance, adventure and beauty. The Aloha Beach Resort Kauai Hotel now sits in this enchanted area awaiting you on you next Kauai vacation (learn about our historic Kauai Resort and Hotel location ) Welcome to the Aloha Beach Resort Kauai. Located on the historic Wailua Bay, the hotel staff here on Kauai extends our warmest aloha to you and invite you to experience Hawaiian hospitality at its finest. Let the magic and beauty of ancient Kauai unfold as you wander the beaches where Hawaiian royalty once played. The Premier Kauai Hotel on the "Coconut Coast" Begin your Kauai experience here on our Hotel Website, where you will find information about our resort rooms and hotel amenities , our prestigious historic location , and the many Kauai activities which are readily available to our guests. Use the icons to the left to navigate to each section or take a tour through all of our pages with the " Resort Tour " link at the top left. Once within the site sectional navigation will appear along the top. Let the adventure begin! 1-888-823-5111 • 3-5920 Kuhio Hwy, Kapa'a, HI 96746 • info@alohabeachresortkauai.com Featured at: Hawaii Search & Island Search | Resources | Kauai Vacation Rentals in Hawaii | Kauai Luau | Kauai Beaches

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Vela Windsurf Resorts wind reports accommodations equipment lessons kitesurfing staff tips and facts other activities got kids? feedback photos map WHAT TO BRING: There are a few things we don't want you to forget. Here are two lists: Airline tickets The enclosed Vela vouchers for car, condo, and/or equipment (you need to exchange these for services) Current driver's license and major credit card in name of rental car driver (you will need these to rent your car) Extra spending money (see "CASH/CREDIT CARDS" below) Paperback books for flights and evenings (The following items are all available in wonderful variety on Maui; you may want to pack light and roomy and bring home some island-grown gear.) We do recommend you bring: shorty wetsuit and/or thermal rashguard, booties, harness Gloves to prevent blisters while sailing 100% UV sunglasses w/ eyeglass retainer (floating) Waterproof sunscreen lotion (oil makes board slippery) Beach towel (condo towels just don't do the job) Helmet and/or PFD, if desired. Light jacket/windbreaker To avoid the inconvenience of lost luggage, we recommend that you pack light enough to carry on your luggage. Check with your airline for carry on restrictions. At the least, carry on all those items that you would need to fully enjoy your first few days. If you are on a "Complete Rig" package, your package includes use of a complete board and rig, including two sails (w/ correct masts). This easily handles the needs of most people. Many people who have brought some of their own sails have reported that they stayed in their bags the whole trip. Also, the airlines can charge you up to $150 each way if they know you are checking "windsurfing equipment". However, you may feel you want to bring one or two small sails with you and choose the larger ones from Vela Maui so that you will have other sails at your disposal while at the beach. Have any questions about odd sails, etc? Feel free to call Vela Maui before you go. PACKING FOR THE WEATHER : Maui is a lush tropical destination. The rain that produces the lush vegetation is more frequent in the winter months, so expect it to be a little wetter and somewhat cooler in winter, drier and a bit warmer in summer. Generally it will be in the mid-80's during the day and slightly cooler at night. In the "Upcountry" area or up on the rim of Haleakala crater, it can be much cooler. Bring a light jacket for evenings and a very warm one if you plan on catching the spectacular sunrise on top of Haleakala. People dress casually on the island. Only in some of the most expensive restaurants would a coat or dress be expected. You might want to leave a little space in your luggage for clothing acquired in Maui; some people consider Maui a paradise for shopping as well. CASH/CREDIT CARDS: We recommend that you bring some cash, travelers checks and a major credit card. The Maui Windsurf Company will accept credit cards for any additional services or goods you may want to purchase on-site. Most establishments on the island accept major credit cards. We suggest you bring extra cash or traveler's checks of at least $50 per person per day of stay. You may go home with most of it, but if you want it, you'll have it. Documents CHECK YOUR DOCUMENTS NOW for accuracy and then RECONFIRM ALL FLIGHT TIMES with your airline before you go to the airport. If your flight arrival time is different than the "time" printed on your green Dollar Rent-a-Car voucher, please call Dollar at 800-367-7006 and update your reservation, noting date, time and the name of the Dollar agent on your corrected voucher. (Dollar will automatically cancel your reservation if your car is not picked up within two hours of this time.) UPON ARRIVAL AT MAUI'S KAHULUI AIRPORT : Unless you've carried on all your luggage, the driver indicated on your Dollar Rent-a-Car voucher should catch the Dollar shuttle vehicle to Dollar's base yard. Any others in your party can collect checked luggage and be ready to be picked up by the driver in your party. The Dollar desk will be open until 10:00 PM. If you are renting a vehicle through Vela Maui, see notes below. DOLLAR RENT-A-CAR: Dollar will offer collision damage and personal injury insurance at a significant additional daily rate. We recommend you check with your own car insurer before leaving for Maui; your policy may already include such coverage. Regardless, as is standard with all rental car companies, Dollar will require a signed, blank imprint of your credit card or a cash deposit. Depending on your situation, there may be some other charges not payable in advance of the return of your car. Dollar has a minimum driver age of 25 (or additional $15 plus tax per day for ages 21-24) and additional drivers are $6 per day. Dollar rents on a 24-hour basis and if you are keeping your car an hour or so later than the time on the clock that you picked it up, you will owe them an additional $10-$12 an hour, which is cheaper than us charging you a full additional day's rental. If your departure time is several hours later than your arrival time, check your car voucher to make sure the "DROP-OFF" date is one day later than you are actually leaving. We should have included an additional day's rental in your package, but only if we know what your flight times are. You should find your car full of gas and relatively clean. If you return it otherwise there may be additional gas or cleaning fees (see: RETURNING YOUR DOLLAR RENTAL CAR). DOLLAR WILL CHARGE YOU A $3/DAY STATE IMPOSED SURCHARGE and a 7.5% AIRPORT RECOVERY Tax. . Dollar will be glad to provide directions to your accommodations and Vela Maui (located within Neil Pryde Maui - hours 8:30 am to 5:00 PM), where you will pick up your racks and equipment. Vela Maui / Neil Pryde Van Rental: You can rent a van from Neil Pryde as part of you package. Call your Vela Agent for Vela Van pickup instructions at least 1week prior to arrival. GETTING TO VELA MAUI : From the airport, stay straight on Keolani Pl (it will become Dairy Rd.) Follow the signs to Lahaina and Kihei, Cross the Haleakela Hwy and the Hana Hwy (2 lights). Make the first right on Alamaha St. The next street is Papa Pl, turn right. Vela Maui is located inside the Neil Pryde Maui retail shop, located at the corner of Papa and the Hana Hwy. the address is 400 Hana Hwy. If you arrive after 5:00 pm you can pick up your equipment the following morning. Prepaid lessons and equipment are not refundable after your scheduled arrival date. Vela's Wind Warranty works differently on Maui; check with Vela Maui about "Lay Day" and "Return-trip Credit" details before checking out equipment. CHECKING INTO YOUR ACCOMMODATIONS: See the instructions on your document cover letter (the one with your address on it). This will help you in getting to your accommodations and checking in. In this letter you will also find a number to call if you need to talk to someone about your condo while on the island. Your condo management company is always available to help make your vacation an enjoyable one. If the plumbing plugs up, the toaster doesn't work, etc., call them immediately. It's their job to see that it gets fixed now. Then go enjoy Maui. Chances are good it will be fixed by the time you get back from sailing. If not, stay in communication with them. We have chosen the best, most responsive condo management companies on the island. You are in good hands. Click here for North Shore Directions. LESSONS : Alan Cadiz and his staff of HST instructors have been setting the standards in windsurfing instruction since 1985. Their instructors' high level of skill allows them to sail right next to you on the water, giving you the confidence and the coaching you need to excel quickly. Lessons are taught at Kanaha, Kihei, and from private beachfront locations along Maui's North shore. HST offers beginner through advanced, group and private lessons including jibing and wave sailing. As all lessons are by appointment only, reservations are recommended as far in advance as possible. If you have prepaid for lessons or would now like to plan lessons, please call the HST staff at 800-YOU-JIBE (968-5423) to arrange your schedule directly. OTHER ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE : Maui has one of the widest selection of activities of any vacation destination in the world. Good snorkeling and diving trips leave daily from nearby Maalaea Harbor. Hiking, horseback riding and exciting downhill bicycle excursions are available on the slopes of the mighty volcano Haleakala. Shopping is legendary. Your new friends at The Maui Windsurf Company know the best deals and operators and can send you in the right direction. RESTAURANTS: The staff at Vela Maui also are your best source of information about restaurants and nightlife. They have hosted many, many sailors on Maui and are getting constant feedback about what's happening where. SOME IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT LEAVING MAUI LEAVING YOUR ACCOMMODATIONS: Please respect the checkout time posted in your unit. If you have a late flight out of Maui, you might be able to check out of your unit later in the day. When you arrive, or at least several days before you leave, check with the property management company directly (NOT THE FRONT DESK) about this. Get the name of the person who says OK and how late is OK. If someone happens to be checking in the same day you are leaving, it will not be possible to stay late because your unit must be made ready for them; however, with advance notice, arrangements can often be made. If not, Kanaha Beach Park has freshwater showers so you can still play all day and not have to fly home sandy or salty. [Should an emergency necessitate a return home earlier than your scheduled date, we will do all we can to get refunds for you. Standard condo and car cancellation fees usually exceed any balance left, but property management companies are often quite understanding of emergencies. To assist us in this, you must make sure you get written verification of check-out date from the front desk and also from The Maui Windsurf Company and Dollar Rent-a-Car.] RETURNING YOUR EQUIPMENT : Be aware of The Vela Maui opening and closing times - 9:00 - 6:00. If you are not planning on sailing the day you leave, you may find it easier to return equipment the afternoon before, rather than in the morning. RETURNING YOUR DOLLAR RENTAL CAR: Dollar has to get your car ready for someone else to use. If you return it low on gas or really dirty and full of sand, they will charge you. There are gas stations on your way back into Kahalui. If you are the rare type to really trash a car, Dolphin Car Wash at 156 Wakea has vacuums. If you're concerned about this, clarify with Dollar their policies before taking the vehicle. Leave plenty of time to drop off your equipment, gas your car, check it in, and catch the shuttle to the airport. AT THE KAHALUI AIRPORT: You will have to pass agricultural inspection. Prepackaged fruit sold specifically to be taken back to the mainland is usually OK. Fruit bought in the supermarkets to be consumed on Maui is generally not allowed off the island. SAILING BEACHES (please note: By county ordinance there is no sailing in Maui before 11:00am. This is out of respect for other water users, surfers and fishermen.) NORTHSHORE BEACHES - The northshore beaches stretch from kite beach (lower Kanaha) all the way to Hookipa at the eastern end. Conditions range from fun flat water and chop to the ultimate wave sailing at Hookipa. Depending on surf conditions and wind you will be able to find a spot that is suitable for your taste. Kanaha Beach Park - Located very near Kahalui Airport , Kanaha consists of several shallow sandy coves along the eastern end of Kahalui Bay on the North Shore. Recommended Abilities: Beginner in the most eastern cove through advanced in the most western cove and beyond the reef. Water and Wind: A reef 400 yards offshore means flat water in summer and larger chop in winter. On the reef there are large waves in winter, early spring and fall. Smaller waves prevail in summer with rolling swell outside. Wind picks up from light in the morning, to strong in the afternoon. Spreckelsville Beach - Located 4 miles east of Kanaha, Sprecklesville's quality surf conditions draw some of the best sailors on the island. Obtain directions from the rental shop. Recommended ability: Intermediate to advanced surfsailor. Wind and Water: Same sideshore, consistent trade winds as Kanaha, only a little stronger. Sprecklesville reef produces some excellent conditions to hone your skills for the next step up.... Hookipa Beach Park - Hookipa is located 2 miles east of Paia on the Hana Highway just past Mama's Fish House Restaurant. The tiny beach, tucked in a cove below, serves as a launch for the premier wave venue in the world. Sail only if you are an expert wavesailor, or watch the best from the bluff. KIHEI BEACHES - These narrow, palm fringed beaches stretch from Maalaea Bay through the beach town of Kihei, always accessible off N. Kihei Road. Sailing areas range from beginner, with sheltered side-offshore wind conditions directly in front of the Sugar Beach Condominium Property, to advanced north of the Sugar Beach area. Pavilions (Maipoina Oe Lau Beach Park ) - Just north of Kihei off N. Kihei Road, this site really cooks when the winds shift to the north (a more frequent condition in winter) and accelerate through the valley at speeds up to 30 mph. Less than a mile south of Pavilions is Ka Ono Ulu Beach Park below. Ka Ono Ulu Beach Park - the same conditions but a rocky launch and less sailors. For both... Recommended Ability : Intermediate to advanced sailors Water and Wind : Flat with some chop. 15 to 30 mph blowing side-onshore in a northerly and side-offshore during normal tradewind conditions. Sugar Beach - Directly in front of Sugar Beach Condominiums in the lee of the buildings you'll find lower velocity side-offshore wind. It is possible for beginners to sail here, although Kanaha is more ideal. A ten minute walk up the beach is "Speed Beach" where offshore winds up to 30 mph, particularly in a northerly, create a speed slalom heaven with flat water conditions. Recommended Ability : Beginner in front of resort, intermediate to advanced at Speed Beach. Water and Wind : Flat close-in. Swell and chop in bay. Up to 30 mph blowing offshore at Speed Beach. NORTH SHORE MAUI DIRECTIONS- Stable Road (Kanaha/Spreckelsville) Properties: From the Kahului Airport turn left onto Hana Highway (Route 36) east towards Paia Town. From the Haleakala Hwy Intersection (traffic light) drive exactly 1.4 miles and turn left onto Stable Road (sorry no street sign) follow the road for about 1 mile. Aina Lani - 584 "D" and "E" Stable Rd. (808-877-5816) North Shore Beach House - 584 "B" Stable Rd. (808-572-9269) property management Tradewind Beach House - 582 Stable Rd (808-572-9269) property management Ray's Friendly Beach - 581 Stable Rd. (808-877-2104) Secret Beach - 584 "A" Stable Rd. (808-572-9269) property management Spreckelsville Properties: From the Kahului Airport, turn left onto Hana Highway (Route 36) East towards the town of Paia. About two miles before Paia, you will pass Kaunoa Senior Center. The next left is Nonohe. Turn left and continue until it intersects with Paani Place. Turn left onto Paani and continue until it dead-ends at the Sugar Cove Condominiums. Windsurf Bungalow is the last house on the right just before the gate entrance into Sugar Cove. Nellie's Windsurf Bungalow - 316 Paani Place (808-572-9269) property management Paia Properties: From the Kahului Airport, turn left onto Hana Highway (Route 36) East towards the town of Paia. There is only one signal in the town of Paia at Baldwin Ave. Cross the intersection and make a left into the driveway between the Minute Stop and Simmer Sports. Nellie's Surf Bungalows - 127 Hana Highway (808-572-9269) property management Haiku Properties: From the Kahului Airport, turn left onto Hana Highway (Route 36) East towards the town of Paia. Continue straight on Hana Highway through Paia. Turn right on Haiku Rd. Make the next right onto Apuwai. Hale Maliko - 166 Apuwai St. (808-575-5172) Vela Maui - (800) 321-7443, is located in the Neil Pryde Maui shop at 400 Hana Hwy. Any questions? Feel free to call us toll free at 800-223-5443. To get fast answers while on Maui, contact the Vela Maui staff - (800) 321-7443. Updated 07/2004 Vela Windsurf Resorts . 1-800-223-5443 . info@velawindsurf.com 108 Whispering Pines Drive . Suite 245 . Scotts Valley, CA 95066 . All rights reserved Vela Resorts, Inc. 2004 web site design by McLeod Creative

Hawaiian cruise, two nights

One-of-a-kind Hawaii Cruise Deals BudgetTravelOnline.com One-of-a-kind Hawaii Cruise Deals A week-long Hawaiian cruise, two nights in Honolulu, and roundtrip airfare all together costs just $1,399 from dozens of cities Reid Bramblett Wednesday, July 30, 2003; Perhaps you'd love to take a cruise--a week at sea with nothing to do but have fun. Then again, it might be nice for a few days just to veg on the beach--not just any beach, but Waikiki, sipping a mai tai under the palm trees. OK, do you'd like to do both--but not pay too much for either...oh, and get some cheap airfare thrown in to cover it all. Would you believe it actually can be done? United Airlines has a branch of the frequent flier program called Cruise4Miles (888-666-8120, cruise4miles.com/ )--you can earn miles by buying cruises, or redeem airlines miles earned for a cruise. Anyone who signs up for the frequent flyer program (which is free) can get in on these deals. The logistical (and economic) problem with most cruises is that airfare is rarely included in the base price, and can often be pretty expensive. Same goes for the land portion of your trip, by which I mean landlubbing lodgings. Most folks arrive in the port of embarkation a day or two before the ship sets sail, and/or sometimes choose not to return home until the day after the cruise puts into port, which means you're stuck finding a night's hotel accommodations on either end of your cruise. Well, with a cruise shop run by an airline, one that is also adept at putting together air/hotel packages, that problem is niftily solved. Everything but the kitchen sink And boy, how niftily. Rather than charge everyone from each gateway a different rate, the base price--which covers roundtrip airfare, the seven-day cruise, and two nights lodging in Honolulu before or after the trip--is $1,399 from dozens of cities on the East Coast, Midwest, and Southwest. (That in of itself is a bit unusual--a cheap Hawaii deal not from the West Coast). The list of possible departure cities includes Atlanta, Albuquerque, Boston, Baltimore, Chicago, Colorado Springs, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Grand Rapids, Houston, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Memphis, Miami, Milwaukee, Orlando, Minneapolis/St. Paul, New Orleans, Newark, New York (LaGuardia), Omaha, Philadelphia, Tampa, and Washington, DC. The ship sails pretty much weekly from Sept 14 through Jan 4, but the cheapest rate--that $1,399--is available on the following sail dates: Oct 26, Nov 16, Dec 7, Dec 14, and Jan 4. You pick which end of the cruise you want to spend your two free nights in Honolulu at the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani ( princess-kaiulani.com/ ) or a similar property. (Sadly, you cannot split them up for one before and one after. Ah, well.) The cruise itself aboard the Norwegian Star ( ncl.com/ ) has restaurants, 14 bars and lounges, swimming pool and gym, etc.--lasts seven days. You leave Honolulu at 8pm to arrive at Hilo by 6am. You have seven hours to enjoy the Big Island before steaming off again at 1pm to spend a day and a half at sea en route to a 9am docking just across the International Date Line on Fanning Island in the Republic of Kiribati (one island up from Christmas Island; a silly US law forces foreign-flagged ships to hit at least one foreign port before returning to US soil). At 3pm it's time to head back Hawaii-way, arriving 46 hours later at Kahului on Maui, where you hang for the entire afternoon. At 10pm you set of again to steam overnight toward Nawiliwili, where you arrive at 8am for an eight-hour day on Kauai. Then at 4pm it's back on the boat for the final leg back to Honolulu, where you get in at 7am. Once again, go to Cruise4Miles (888-666-8120, cruise4miles.com/ ) to learn more about this offer.