Enjoy Hawaii for less.
You can save on your Hawaiian vacation by booking your hotel and flight at the same time. Normally, the earlier you plan your trip in advance the more you will save; however, Expedia does offer many discounts and deals for those who book last minute. Visit Expedia often and check their Deals & Offers page. The website constantly offers cheap Hawaiian vacation packages. Travelers can also save money by traveling during off-season. Traveling during peak season will guarantee higher prices.
Choose an Island
First, decide which island you would like to visit. Oahu is considered the main island, home to Waikiki Beach. Oahu is a major tourist city, because of all the major attractions on the island. At Waikiki Beach, guests can kayak, snorkel, and tan. The island is also the location of the USS Arizona Memorial and the Polynesian Cultural Center. Those who are looking for a romantic getaway tend to visit the island of Maui, but a Maui vacation tends to cost a little more. Kauai is the least developed of the islands, offering many outdoor activities. Island guests can horseback ride, kayak, zipline or simply relax amongst the palm trees.
Cheap Travel Websites
Expedia offers many cheap Hawaiian travel packages. As of October 2010, a trip including airfare and a four night stay in Oahu, goes for $618 per person. Deals and discounts change depending on the time of year you plan to travel. Sign up as a member on Expedia.com to receive email offers with special discounts. Trip Advisor is another site offering cheap airfare to the Hawaiian Islands. Enter the dates of your stay and the site will generate the cheapest tickets available. At Hotels.com, travelers can pick hotels located near tourist attractions. Whether you are looking for a hotel near your business conference, or searching for a hotel near a popular attraction, Hotels.com will find you the cheapest rates near your desired destination. The best way to save on travel is to shop by comparison. Check all websites before booking anything. In some cases, booking a flight directly from an airline website is a better way to save. In some cases, they offer better deals than sites like Expedia and Priceline.
When to Travel
The summer is the peak travel time for many destinations, but not Hawaii. In Hawaii, peak season is considered to run from mid-December to April. The weather is very mild during these months and, as a result, hotels and airlines increase prices. The off-season in Hawaii runs from May until the middle of June. During these months, travelers will save on airfare and hotel stays. As an added bonus, the beaches and tourist attractions are less crowded.
Take a Cruise
Another way to save on a trip to Hawaii is to travel by cruise ship. There are plenty of cruise lines that sail to the Hawaiian Islands. Cruises offer savings because food and entertainment are usually a part of an all-inclusive packages. Carnival Cruise Line offers Hawaiian cruises from a variety of ports. A 15-day cruise leaving from Los Angeles, California costs around $1400, and includes food, beverages and on-deck entertainment.
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