Win $1 million
This month and next, Hilo Hattie stores are offering the opportunity to win $1 million. Entry blanks are available at all its stores, plus Pomare Collections at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki, the Hilo Hatties Collection store at Whalers Village on Maui, and seasonal stores at the Kaahumanu Shopping Center on Maui and Prince Kuhio Mall in Hilo.One entry is permitted per person, per day. The winner of the contest receives a trip for two to Hawaii or Las Vegas and a chance to open a treasure chest at the Hilo Hatties Nimitz store on Jan. 16. The winner will also get a $500 shopping spree at Hilo Hatties, which in addition to seven local stores, also has boutiques in Orange, Calif.; Nashville, Tenn.; Tempe, Ariz.; and Miami, Fla.
Call 1 (800) 233-8912.
It's good to be family
Outrigger and OHANA hotels have introduced a number of packages and programs for those vacationing through the holidays.Those staying four nights at regular published rates will pay for just three as part of the First Night Free program, continuing through Jan. 1.
Those who stay for seven days will pay for five, and those who stay 11 days will pay for just eight. For more information, call 1 (800) OUTRIGGER.
Other packages are:
>> "Twelve Days of Christmas": Between Dec. 21 and Jan. 1, the OHANA Keauhou Beach Resort will be offering nightly gifts coinciding with the local version of the popular holiday song, "The Twelve Days of Christmas," for those staying a minimum of five nights. Rates start at $185 per night for a garden-view room or $225 per night for an ocean-view room, plus tax. Call the resort at 1 (877) 532-8468, or OHANA Hotels & Resorts at 1 (800) 462-6262.
>> "Big Kahuna Package": For road warriors in search of home-style accommodations, Outrigger resort condominiums offer the luxuries of complete kitchens and one- and two-bedroom, family-capacity rooms with the added attraction of beachfront locations. Those choosing to stay in the condos may opt for the "Big Kahuna Package" that includes a free night with a five-night minimum stay, discounts on activities and dining, two Big Kahuna T-shirts, a Big Kahuna beach tote, and more.
Call 1 (800) OUTRIGGER.
Endless summer
From now through Dec. 31, kama'aina staying at the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel on the Big Island can take advantage of the resort's "Time to Play" golf package. Those with a Hawaii driver's license can play 18 holes at the Hapuna Golf Course for $49 until 2 p.m., or $35 after 2 p.m., plus receive a 15 percent discount on lunch at the pro shop's Arnie's restaurant. Call (808) 880-3000.Meanwhile, the "Kama'aina Endless Summer" deal in effect through Dec. 16 includes ocean view accommodations at $195 per night with daily breakfast for two and a free night's stay on your next visit. The "Big Island Endless Summer" package for non-kama'aina is $275 per night. For reservations, call (808) 880-1111.
Golfers' dream deal
More golf deals are offered at Maui's Kaanapali Golf Courses, where those showing a Hawaii driver's license will pay as little as $30 for tee times after 4 p.m. The special fees are valid through Dec. 15. For information, call 1 (808) 661-3691.If you need a place to stay in Kaanapali, the Maui Marriott Resort & Ocean Club is offering discounted rates starting at $99 for a mountain-view room, and $149 for a mountain-view suite, which accommodates up to four guests. The rates are valid through Dec. 20, based on availability at the time of reservation. Call 1 (800) 763-1333.
Those staying four nights at regular published rates will pay for just three as part of its First Night Free program, continuing through Jan. 1.