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Pleasant stay on Maui comes at big discount
Pleasant Holidays guests can enjoy special room rates in garden or partial ocean accommodations at the Sheraton Maui for stays through Dec. 25.Five-night, land-only holidays start at $749 per person, double occupancy, reflecting a savings of $550 per room. Included in Pleasant's travel package are accommodations, daily Dollar Rent A Car, fresh flower lei greeting, and more.
The Sheraton Maui is privately nestled against historic Black Rock along a beautiful stretch of Kaanapali Beach, with 23 oceanfront acres featuring a meandering lagoon-like swimming pool, and a nightly cliff-dive ceremony.
For more information and reservations, call Pleasant at 800-242-9244 or
visit Pleasant's Web site at www.PleasantHolidays.com.
All aboard for studies on a Paradise Cruise
Through a discounted offer from Paradise Cruise, Ltd., the Hogan Family Foundation is able to provide fully sponsored educational day excursions for Hawaii keiki in an exploration of Hawaiian history, culture and maritime activities.Schools meeting the following criteria may qualify for a 2-1/2 hour "Hawaiiana Cruise" or 1-1/2 hour "Honolulu Harbor Cruise":
>> One or more students would not otherwise be able to afford the trip.The "Hawaiiana Cruise" travels along the Waikiki coast with cultural activities, such as lei-making, coconut-palm-frond weaving, hula and ukulele lessons and a light snack with fruit punch.>> The class or group benefits students as an extension of classroom curriculum.
>> The class or group schedule meets with the availability of the selected trip.
>> The group meets a minimum of 50 passengers for the "Hawaiiana Cruise" and 100 passengers for the "Honolulu Harbor Cruise."
>> The group meets a 1:5 adult-to-student ratio.
The "Honolulu Harbor Cruise" sails into Honolulu Harbor and includes a narrated tour about harbor vessels, history and maritime occupations, plus a light snack and fruit punch.
Applications and additional information can be obtained by calling Paradise Cruises at 983-STAR (7827) or by visiting the company's Web site at www.paradisecruises.com.