Marking Sept. 11
Marc Resorts Hawaii will be donating a portion of its September revenues to the American Red Cross Hawaii State Chapter in commemoration of the anniversary of what was considered the United States' most critical time of need.In addition, Marc Resorts will offer a special "2 for 1" rate to all military, police, firefighters and emergency personnel. Book two nights and get the second night free. The specials are good at 15 Marc properties statewide; travel must be completed by Sept. 30.
"Our nation, still visibly shaken from the Sept. 11th tragedy, has made tremendous strides in recovery within a year, which is a testament to the unrelenting support of our military, police, fire and emergency personnel," said Matthew Delaney, Marc's chief executive officer. "With the anniversary of the tragedy approaching, we felt compelled to honor the men and women who continue to brave their lives for the citizens of our country and show them just a small token of our appreciation."
For information, call Marc Resorts Hawaii at 800-535-0085 or visit them on the web at www.marcresorts.com.
Pleasant upgrades
Pleasant Holidays is giving its guests a free room upgrade and complimentary daily breakfasts when they reserve partial ocean or ocean-view rooms at the Ohana Keauhou Beach Resort on Hawaii's Big Island for stays through March 31.Travelers who reserve partial ocean accommodations will be upgraded to ocean, while those reserving ocean-view will stay in deluxe ocean units.
Five-night, land-only holidays start at $454 per person, double occupancy, reflecting a savings of $140 per room. Included in the package are accommodations, a daily Dollar Rent A Car, lei greeting and more.
Additional savings, via Pleasant's ValuPak, are also in effect for those who travel through Dec. 23. The ValuPak offers two-for-one savings worth more than $325 on a variety of tours and dinner shows throughout Hawaii.
The Ohana Keauhou Beach Resort, across from Kahuluu Bay, features landscaped tennis courts, tropical gardens and oceanside trails.
For more information and reservations, call Pleasant at 800-242-9244. Visit Pleasant's Web site at www.2Hawaii.com.