Travel and Accomodations
*Updated:*
We've arranged for a special discounted rate from Hawaiian Airlines -- 10% off your fare (BTW, we're not planning to take advantage of the free-trip offer, so don't feel compelled to fly Hawaiian).
Go to this website: https://www.hawaiianair.com/weddings/wedlogin.aspx and use STAR file #WED488
In general, the best deals to Hawaii are found when you book a combination of Air+Room+Car at the same time. Also, if you will be in Hawaii for more than just the ceremony, it's a good idea to get a rental car so you can tour the island. Several of these websites are good places to start looking:
http://www.airtohawaii.com
http://www.travelocity.com
http://www.orbitz.com
http://www.travel.yahoo.com
http://www.expedia.com
http://www.hotwire.com
How to get to Hawaii:
We're pretty sure it's possible to get there by boat, but you're most likely to arrive via Honolulu International Airport (HNL) on Oahu.
In addition to most of the big airlines (United, American, etc), there are many smaller charter carriers that often offer good fares (eg Suntrips, Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays).
Prices to Hawaii can fluctuate pretty significantly, so don't be dismayed if your first glance at airfaire is discouraging.
http://www.unitedairlines.com
http://www.americanairlines.com
http://www.suntrips.com
http://www.pleasantholidays.com
Where to stay:
There are many choices of hotels, resorts, vacation rentals -- even hostels -- with many different levels of accomodation and price ranges. Most big hotels are clustered in the Waikiki area near Honolulu on the south side of the island, but you can also find more secluded resorts along the North Shore (including Turtle Bay) that offer a less hectic setting.
Oahu is a relatively small island, so you can stay pretty much anywhere and still be within a reasonable drive of the ceremony (that being said, we will be providing a bus from the Waikiki area to the ceremony so guests don't have to worry about the drive home).
center | Waikiki | ceremony | click and drag to move map
Also, if you have any questions about a place you find online, chances are we can offer some advice - drop us a line.
Budget hotels:
http://www.marcresorts.com Marc Resorts (they three hotels in Waikiki)
http://www.ohanahotels.com Ohana Hotels (they have many hotels in Waikiki)
http://www.resortquesthawaii.com/hawaii//index.do (Search on the air, room and car deals—they average about $1200 per person for air, room and car for six from Chicago to Honolulu)
Mid-Range:
http://www.kaimana.com [map] New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel (near Karen's favorite beach on the quiet end of Waikiki, $130 - $150/night)
http://www.pacificbeachhotel.com [map] Pacific Beach Hotel ($130-$214/night)
http://www.marriottwaikiki.com [map] Marriott Waikiki ($200/night)
Deluxe:
http://www.moana-surfrider.com [map] Moana Surfrider
http://www.halekulani.com [map] Halekulani
http://www.ihilani.com [map] Ihilani Resort at Ko Olina
http://www.turtlebayresort.com [map]Turtle Bay Resort
Please mention our wedding to get the following rates:
$299.00 – Ocean Front Standard
$327.00 – Ocean Front Premium
$355.00 – Ocean Front Deluxe
$627.00 – Cottage
Vacation Rentals:
http://www.hawaiianbeachrentals.com Hawaii Beach Rentals
http://www.hawaiiheaven.com Hawaii Heaven Vacation Rentals
