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Kamaaina rates at Hilton Waikoloa
Hilton Waikoloa Village is extending a special fall kamaaina room rate starting at just $159, timed to provide accommodations for those flying over for concerts featuring Los Lonely Boys, Cecilio & Kapono, and Ryan Hiraoka & the RSP Crew, or for the foodie event, A Taste of the Hawaiian Range.
The rate, per room per night, is available on select dates through Nov. 30, 2007 2007. A valid Hawaii ID must be presented at check-in; credit card guarantee and 72-hour cancellation are required.
For reservations or more information call 1-800-HILTONS, or call the hotel direct at 808-886-1234 and ask for room reservations, package code "KAM."
Cross rainbow to savings at Hanalei
Hanalei Colony Resort on Kauai's lush north shore is once again offering its popular "Rainbow of Savings" package for fall travelers. The promotion, first introduced in fall 2006, offers a variety of discounts on room rates, dining and spa services, like finding the legendary pot of gold at the end of a rainbow.
The 2007 "Rainbow of Savings " is applicable to new bookings for stays now to Dec. 20, 2007. The program includes the following values with a three-day minimum stay:
» 20 percent off rack rates at the resort (normally $230 per night for Garden View to $410 per night for Premium Ocean Front);
» 20 percent off spa services at Hanalei Day Spa;
» 20 percent off coffee drinks and smoothies at Napali Art Gallery & Coffee Shop;
» 15 percent off Mediterranean Gourmet restaurant entrees.
Situated on five beachfront acres near the end of the road in Haena, Kauai's northernmost town, Hanalei Colony offers 48 low-rise two-bedroom condominium units with fully equipped kitchens and private lanais (patios), all with sweeping views of Hanalei Bay or Kauai's magnificent north shore mountains.
In keeping with its restful "unspoiled and unplugged" ambiance, Hanalei Colony's units do not have televisions, stereos, or phones. Resort amenities include a swimming pool, whirlpool spa, barbecue and picnic areas, free wireless Internet service, a guest Laundromat and twice-weekly maid service. Guests can also enjoy a free weekly continental breakfast and afternoon mai tai party.
For reservations or more information, call toll-free from Hawaii, the U.S. mainland and Canada, 1-800-628-3004, visit the hotel's Web site at www.hcr.com or e-mail aloha@hcr.com.