Tag Archives: Four Seasons

Hawaii—-A Whale of a Travel Deal

Regular readers of this blog know I am constantly on the look out for travel deals to Hawaii, especially now. That’s why this following bargain is so noteworthy. As the busy summer travel season winds down and the slower fall months creep up on us I can only hope that deals like these will become more prevalent. (One can hope.) If you have been holding out for a reasonable package deal to one of the Hawaiian Island’s most incredible spots this is the deal for you. For just $1,039 per person you will receive roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles (add … Continue reading →

Hotels Going the Extra Mile

Personally, I don’t ever have a problem falling asleep-—no matter what time zone I am in. However, some travelers (especially those who have no hint of narcolepsy) struggle with falling asleep especially when they are in foreign lands. Hoteliers are well aware of this problem and some are now coming to the aid of their guests by offering unique sleep services. Take for example Hyatt’s new Andaz Liverpool Street location in London. For the next two weeks the lodging will host the world’s first “Hotel Reader in Residence.” Need a bedtime story to lull you to sleep? Writer Damian Barr … Continue reading →

The Most Expensive Hotel Room In The Nation

My father used to joke that every hotel room we stayed in during our family vacations was “the most expensive hotel room in the nation.” None of them were, but chock one up for dad’s attempt to make the six of us feel that we needed to make the most of each stay. The rooms we stayed in were modest (we were allowed to ride the elevator up to the penthouse floor—-but he never let us get out); nothing at all like the room that actually holds the title as the most expensive hotel room in the nation. That crown … Continue reading →

Visiting the Island of Lanai

The Hawaiian Island of Lanai, earned the nickname, “Pineapple Isle,” because James Dole (of Dole pineapple fame) once owned it. In 1994, it became known as Microsoft founder Bill Gates’ playground (that was the year he rented the entire island for a week to host his wedding ceremony and festivities). Currently, the 141-square mile Hawaiian island remains privately owned and is home to just 3,000 people. The island provides the backdrop for two luxurious resorts. The Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay boasts an incredible white-sand beach, gentle waves for swimming, diving and snorkeling. The island’s other resort is … Continue reading →