Save a cool “grand” on your next vacation to Hawaii when you book air, car and hotel with Classic Vacations. With savings like these,
the time to book your Hawaiian getaway is now. Take off for the Islands. And take off $1,000.

Booking Window: January 4, 2010 – February 22, 2010 Travel Window: January 4, 2010 – December 18, 2010

Participating Hotels

Oahu
The Kahala Resort & Hotel
The Royal Hawaiian
J.W. Marriott Ihilani Resort & Spa at Ko’olina
Trump International Hotel
Waikiki Beach Walk
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa
Sheraton Waikiki
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Hawaii Prince Hotel

Lanai
Four Seasons Lanai, Manele Bay
Four Seasons Lanai, The Lodge at Koele

Maui
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
Ho’olei at Grand Wailea
The Ritz Carlton, Kapalua
The Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui
Grand Wailea, The Waldorf Astoria Collection
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa
Kaanapali Alii
Sheraton Maui Resort
Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort & Villas
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa

Kauai
The St. Regis Princeville Resort
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa
Kauai Marriott Resort & Beach Club
Koa Kea Resort
Sheraton Kauai Resort
The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas

Big Island
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel
The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii
Mauna Lani Bay Resort
Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Sheraton Keahou Resort Beach & Spa

Restrictions apply, call your Stellar Travel Advisor for details.

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Fairmont Orchid, Big Island, Hawaii

View from room 2644

27 November 2009

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Four Seasons Hualalai Resort – View from room 212

Four Seasons Hualalai Resort – Sunset at the Beach Tree Bar

Our recent stay at Four Seasons Hualalai gave me the opportunity to see the new $40-million enhancements to the resort.  Twenty new one- and two- bedroom suites have been created, offering ocean views and spacious indoor/outdoor living space.  The Hualalai Spa expanded to double in size.  The additions and changes are beautiful and the Spa area feels very Hawaiian.  We really liked the changes at the Beach Tree Restaurant and Bar with the new seating areas and larger space.  With a casual “beach house” feel, the lounge area is comfortable and fun.  A new chef and menu features fresh, local market cuisine.  My only concern was the fire pits placed in the sand near the bar area.  The smoke from the fires comes into the bar/dining areas and on the two nights we ate there, the smoke was blowing onto us quite strongly.  Maybe they could be moved farther South depending on wind direction, or used only on windless nights.

Our ocean view accommodations, room 212 at the Kings Pond, were lovely and very comfortable and peaceful.  I think the resort is so enjoyable because it is spread out and the buildings are only two stories high.  The beach front runs all along the resort perimeter, with huge sea turtles climbing up onto the sand to rest and be admired.  The waves are illuminated in the evening, so day or night, ocean view rooms can see (and hear) the breaking surf.

The staff service levels are outstanding with really exceptional, caring people.  As an example, one evening when we arrived at the Beach Tree a little bit late, Natashia went out of her way to make sure that although we were a few minutes too late for seating in the restaurant, she offered to see if the chef could still serve us from the dinner menu.  We declined and ordered delicious appetizers from the bar menu, but her genuine thoughtfulness stood out.

The Hualalai Golf Course, designed by Jack Nicklaus is beautiful and fun to play.  Because it is open to resort guests and Hualalai private residents only, it is in perfect condition and the pace of play is ideal.

Bright green grass contrasts with black lava and if your ball should head out of bounds to the lava, don’t bother looking for it!  They are getting ready for the upcoming annual Champions Tour PGA event in January, the Mitsubishi Electric Championship, so it will be fun to see the tournament broadcast.

Hualalai Golf Course – Hole #17, Par 3 – Susan & Ron Bluhm

I have long considered Four Seasons Hualalai to be the finest resort in Hawaii and we will continue to recommend it confidently.  It is ideal for couples or families and creates an exceptional vacation experience.   It was just announced that Four Seasons Hualalai at Historic Ka’upulehu was awarded the new Forbes Travel Guide Five Star (formerly Mobil Five Star) award status and AAA’s Five Diamond status.  They are certainly well-deserved.

Susan Bluhm, Co-President, Stellar Travel-Hawaii Source

To make reservations and arrange the perfect vacation to Four Seasons Hualalai, contact the Hawaii specialists at Stellar Travel. 800.445.3265 or info@stellartravel.com

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Special “2 for 1″ Promotion ~ Second Room Complimentary!

Buy one room at the regular full rate and receive the second room in the same category complimentary!

Available in Garden, Partial Ocean & Ocean View rooms.  Travel by December 20, 2009  Applies to NEW bookings only and not combinable with other packages or promotions.

50% OFF SALE

50% off Rack rate and based on availability, non refundable and must be paid in full at time of booking. May not be combined with other promotions. Valid for travel through December 20, 2009

Every 3rd Night Free!

Available on All Rooms and Suites, including Fairmont Gold Rooms and Suites

Valid for travel through 12/20/09

May be combined with $200 Resort Credit in OV rooms and higher.

Special $200 Resort Credit!

Available on All Ocean View Rooms and higher, including Fairmont Gold Rooms & Suites

Valid for travel through 12/20/09. May be combined with Every 3^rd Night Free in OV or higher only.

December HOLIDAY ~ EVERY 5^th night FREE!

Includes COMPLIMENTARY self parking and daily Keiki Adventures!

Valid for travel December 20, 2009-January 4, 2010.

ASK ABOUT FAIRMONT GOLD, A PERSONALIZED APPROACH TO THE VACATION EXPERIENCE

AN EXCLUSIVE AND UNIQUE FEATURE ALONG THE KOHALA COAST

“Ko kakou ho’okipa e kali ana no oukou”

The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii on the exotic Kohala Coast . . .

To make reservations, contact the Hawaii Specialists at Stellar Travel.  800.445.3265 or info@stellartravel.com

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A 15-month, $40 million renovation to the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai on the Big Island was completed Aug. 10.

“Since it opened in 1996, Four Seasons Resort Hualalai has enjoyed a reputation as best of the best,” the resort’s general manager, Robert Whitfield, said in a statement. “These new enhancements raise the bar for luxury resorts in Hawaii and solidify the resort’s reputation as a place where guests return to relax, celebrate success and create memories.”

The work included the creation of 20 new suites, extensive renovations to its 28,000-square-foot spa, beachfront restaurant, lounge and bar, and the addition of two new retail stores.

A collection of one- and two-room accommodations, the property’s 20 new suites feature between 1,150 and 1,950 square feet of indoor and outdoor living space and prominent ocean views.

The resort is offering guests a $1,000 room credit through Sept. 30.  Call Stellar Travel for details on promotional rates and packages.

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There are two reasons why we always go back to the Big Island of Hawaii.  Well, there are many reasons, but the top two are the weather and the many golf courses.  As the southern-most island in the Hawaiian chain, the island of Hawaii or “the Big Island” (as it is called by the Hawaiians) offers up the sunniest days, mild tropical breezes and some of the best golf in all of the islands.  This is a review of the highlights from a 7-day vacation that included two types of accommodations:

Aston Kona by the Sea, Kailua-Kona

We enjoy doing the condo experience in Hawaii for the convenience of space, kitchen amenities and relaxation aspects.  Kona by the Sea is right on the ocean with recent renovations and updating. The exterior looks fresh and there is a brand new, much larger pool deck with nice pool furniture.  A beach sand area between the pool and the ocean breakwater wall has beach chairs and some umbrellas.  You can watch the surfers right out from the resort and we saw huge sea turtles resting on the lava rocks.  Accommodations all along this part of Kailua Kona are built on lava, so there are very few beaches but there are spectacular waves crashing on the lava rocks.  These units are spacious and comfortable with large lanais for watching sunsets.  The staff is very friendly and offers up authentic “Ohana” (family warmth and aloha spirit). Oh, and we grilled Big Island Parker Ranch grass-fed beef steaks (look for the PR on the meat label in the grocery store.)

Four Seasons Hualalai

Most discerning Hawaii travelers consider this the number one resort in all of Hawaii and we agree. We enjoyed an ocean view lower level room (with the fabulous outdoor shower) at the Kings Pool area.  Our room location was very private and peaceful with a view out toward the ocean waves.  Four Seasons top quality furnishings were found throughout and the king bed was extremely comfortable and plush.  They have re-done the Sea Shell Pool area and added more private cabanas (rustic “hales”) by taking out some of the landscaping.  It is a nice area for families with a shallow sand pool for very young children.  The service at the large lap pool was outstanding: ice water constantly refilled, comfortable lounge chairs and attentive food/beverage service.  We enjoyed a fantastic round of golf on the Hualalai course and, as one of the best courses in Hawaii; it hosts the annual PGA Senior Tour Mastercard Tournament.  The black lava, ocean views and finishing holes combine for that perfect golf experience.  $250 greens fees (and yes, it was worth every penny for my memorable round and photos of the spectacular views).

Your Stellar Travel vacation advisor will help you select Hawaii accommodations and activities that match your interests and your budget.  Hawaii is offering significant price reductions and free night incentives for 2009 travel dates.

Susan Bluhm, Co – President, Golf Travel Specialist

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The luxurious Four Seasons Resort Hualalai on Hawaii’s Big Island is offering a $1,000 resort credit for your 4 night minimum stay.  The resort credit may be used toward anything you can charge to your room:  from recreation to spa to romantic dinners.   This promotion is available for your stay May 19, 2009 – September 30, 2009 (except August 1-14, 2009).  Accommodations begin with Golf-Ocean View $725.  Most Hawaii experts at Stellar Travel agree:  the Four Seasons Hualalai is considered the finest resort in Hawaii.  It features low rise buildings (including private outdoor showers in ground floor rooms), beautiful beaches, peaceful and comfortable surroundings, and a truly Hawaiian experience for a memorable and special vacation.

Call your Stellar Travel Vacation Advisor today or email: info@stellartravel.com

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