With sunny and warm weather year 'round, Hawaii has been a top tourist destination in the United States. Some of the world's best beaches and top golf courses are found the islands that make up Hawaii, all of which are worth the trip. If you can afford the steep hotel prices and are able to find a decent airfare, Hawaii should certainly be on your list.
Cheap flights to and from Hawaii are hard to come by. The prices are dependent on where you are flying from. Just like with any other origin and destination, your best bet is to research the average cost of the same flight in the past so you know whether it is a good price or not. Also, consider flying midweek when less people tend to travel. There are more seats available during these days so airlines drop their prices. Once you are in Hawaii, you have to fly from island to island as opposed to using any ferry systems. They are non-existent for environmental reasons.
This hotel boasts their floor-to-ceiling windows for the best views of the ocean off Oahu for all guestrooms. Right on Waikiki Beach and a five-minute walk over the Ala Wai Bridge to the luxury shopping center, this is a location for any traveler with a thick wallet. Being on Oahu, it is very easy for travelers to access the hotel from international flights landing in Honolulu, which is just a 10-minute taxi ride away. This hotel is also on a 27-hole golf course right on the ocean to challenge even the best of players.
Prince Hotel Waikiki
100 Holomoana Street
Honolulu, HI 96815
888-977-4623
princeresortshawaii.com
This Four Seasons is on a tiny island just west of Maui named Lana'I, which is 98 percent privately owned. The Four Seasons has capitalized on and enhanced that exclusivity. The natural beauty surrounding you can be viewed best by a helicopter tour, which can be arranged by the hotel. Described as "an ocean-side paradise," this hotel also has two golf courses, one designed by Jack Nicklaus, the other by Greg Norman. The holes weave around the coastline offering amazing 360-degree views. Guests can buy an "unlimited golf pass," which includes the cost of their luxury suite room.
Four Seasons Resort at Manele Bay
1 Manele Bay Road
Lana'i City, HI 96763
808-565-2000
fourseasons.com/manelebay/
This luxury Waldorf Astoria hotel strives to "exhilarate all your senses" with its combination of world-class accommodations, spa, exquisite dining and natural beauty surrounding the premises. Located in Wailea, Maui, which was voted Best Island in the world by Conde Nast Travelers readers, the Grand Wailea offers guest rooms, upgraded "Napua Rooms," 52 suites and two-story townhome style villas. Each Villa has a private elevator, garage and fully functional kitchens for longer stays.
Grand Wailea Maui
3850 Wailea Alanui Drive
Wailea, HI 96753
800-888-6100
grandwailea.com
