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Hawaii #7 rated best value to vacation in 2009

New York Times says Hawaii travel value-laden in 2009

by: Chris Bailey


New York Times picks Hawaii We’re almost a month into 2009. There’s a sense of cautious optimism as we move ahead. In the travel world, however, things seem a bit dour.

Still, affordable travel to Hawaii shouldn’t be a fantasy. The New York Times’ made that point evident by including Hawaii near the top of its list of the Top 44 Places to Go in 2009. The list features a variety of culturally diverse and economically friendly destinations, ranging from Berlin to the Galapagos Islands.

Hawaii landed at No. 7, receiving high marks for value, particularly appealing to vacationing families and frugal travelers.

A bulk of the Times’ Hawaii write-up focuses on the recent reopening of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel in Waikiki. The “Pink Palace” is commemorating its original 1927 opening by offering a special one-night rate of $19.27 for a minimum four-night stay, proving that luxury isn’t impossible in these tough economic times.

If that offer doesn’t appeal to you, the article points to great travel packages via Hawaii.com.

For more great deals may we suggest the official Hawaii Visitors and Conventions Bureau (HVCB) website, as featured in our Affordable Hawaii feature in the Jan/Feb 2009 issue, currently on newsstands. The HVCB works with Hawaii’s resorts and wholesalers to bring travelers the most current deals. Click here to check it out for yourself.

Ohia Lehua

In Hawaii there is a common tree in the forest called the Ohia tree, which is important in Hawaiian culture. It bears beautiful flowers called Lehua blossoms. There is a legend associated with Ohia tree and it's blossoms. During a recent tour some of the passengers remarked how beautiful a blossom was on this old gnarly tree. Our guide then explained the following legend:.

The Legend of Ohia and Lehua

One day Madam Pele, the goddess of the volcano, met a handsome young man named Ohia. She desired to have him as her sweetheart. He confessed that he already was in love with another young girl, Lehua. This enraged Pele and she used her magical powers to transform the young man into the ugly Ohia tree. Lehua was terribly sad and pleaded with Pele to return the young man back to his human form. Pele refused so Lehua begged the gods to help her to be reunited with Ohia. Instead of changing Ohia back to a human, the gods transformed Lehua into a lovely red blossom to adorn the Ohia tree. Now when anyone picks a Lehua blossom, it will rain because the lovers have been separated.

Happy New Year

Hawaii is by far the best place outside of New York City to celebrate the New Year!

Our new president elect is here enjoying the great weather, the wonderful fireworks displays along with the Ahi a traditional meal served sashimi style!

Interisland airways wishes you the very best 2009 with happy and safe journeys!