Whistler & Hawaii Twin Centre
The beautiful islands of Hawaii are one of the premier destinations in the world. Miles of wonderful white sand beaches, some of the best surfing in the world, lush greenery, extinct volcanoes, friendly people and luxurious resorts and hotels – the exotic mixture is hard to beat. Combine this with skiing in Whistler, some argue the best mountain resort in the world, for a twin-centre holiday that is perhaps the ultimate holiday experience.
We offer flights with Air Canada via Vancouver to Honolulu on the island of Oahu and to Kahului on Maui, giving options for different experiences of these beautiful islands. Separate add-on flights to Kauai and other islands in the Hawaiian group can also be arranged. Flying time from Vancouver is about 5 hours. We recommend spending the first week in Whistler and then going on to Maui - to get the best out of your trip you need to spend at least a week in each destination. On the return a stopover in Vancouver works well with the flight times and helps with the jet lag! The flights are very popular so need to be booked well in advance. Christmas and New Year are particularly busy times. February and March are better and this fits well with skiing in Whistler.
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Suggested Itinerary:
- Air Canada scheduled flights to Vancouver airport
- Transfer to Whistler
- 7 nights in Whistler - for full details of skiing in Whistler, click here
- Return transfer to Vancouver airport, fly to Hawaii
- 7 nights Hawaii
- Overnight return flight to Vancouver airport, spend the day in Vancouver and catch the connecting night flight back to the UK. An option here is to spend a night or two in Vancouver – well worth it!
Price Guide:
Prices for the itinerary above start from £1,750 pp based on 2 adults travelling and includes accommodation, flights and transfers to Whistler. Transfers in Hawaii not included.
A more luxurious trip staying in the 5* Chateau Fairmont Whistler and the 5* Fairmont Kea Lani Maui starts at £2,589 pp.
An extra night in Vancouver on the return journey starts from £40 per person per night staying at the 5* Fairmont Waterfront.
We are able to book accommodation and car hire in Hawaii to suit all budgets and requirements. Please see an overview of the two better known islands below, as well as some details on sample properties. For more information on any of the below and other accommodation options, please call Rupert on 01273 224 060.
Oahu Island:
Honolulu on Oahu is the capital of Hawaii and the main gateway to the islands. The city is made up of distinct areas including Waikiki with its superb, if busy, white sand beach overlooked by Diamond Head, a 760ft high extinct volcanic cone. We offer a number of hotels on Oahu, most are in the Waikiki area close to the beach, shops and restaurants. Other attractions accessible from Honolulu include Pearl Harbour, which has several museums and memorials including battleships and submarines, as well as shopping and art galleries. Outside Honolulu, Oahu offers some of the best surfing beaches in the world - Pipeline, on the North Shore, being one of the most famous. It is no place for beginners, who should stick to more sheltered beaches, but a great place to watch the experts.
Hilton Waikiki
The hotel is a superior property with 625 guest rooms featuring refrigerator, in-room movies, in-room safe and coffee maker. Enjoy the sunset from a private lanai. Centrally located just 2 blocks away from the beach and close to shopping and Entertainment. Rooms were recently renovated. Handicap access rooms are available. Private bathrooms feature tub/shower combo. The hotel has a business center, hospitality rooms and offers room service and is close to all major attractions.
Maui Island:
If you are looking for somewhere a little more off the beaten track, you should head for Maui. We highly recommend this option for those on honeymoon, or looking for a quieter and more relaxing time. It is a stunningly beautiful island with many beaches, waterfalls and lush greenery. Of course, the most popular activity is simply relaxing. However, there is plenty more on offer if you can tear yourself away from the beach or poolside. Snorkelling, sailing, windsurfing, golf and tennis are easily arranged if you want something sporty. Or there are tours of the island by jeep, by boat, or helicopter if you want to see the sights. Cycling is a good way to explore the island and the eastern end of Maui is dominated by Haleakala, a huge dormant volcano, if you feel like a hike. If you prefer culture, you can experience a luau - a Polynesian presentation of dance, music and food.
Kapalua Villas
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Tucked away in beautifully landscaped clusters and offering all the comforts of a private home are the Kapalua Villas, a deluxe property. The Golf Villas and The Ridge. Each villa community offers private recreational facilities - swimming pools, barbecues and private garden areas. Convenient resort-wide charging privileges. Full service concierge and activity desk.
Fairmont Kea Lani
413 one-bedroom suites with oversized bathrooms, separate bedroom and living areas. Marble top wet bar, refrigerator, entertainment center with an additional 19-inch color television in bedroom. Oversized marble bathroom with deep soaking tub, walk-in shower, twin pedestal sinks, hair dryer, Kitchenette features microwave oven, coffee maker and complimentary Kona coffee. Lagoon-style swimming pool built on two levels and connected by a water slide. Full-service health spa and fitness center on property. 3 Restaurant and cocktail lounges on site.
Maui Coast Hotel
The Maui Coast is located in Kihei on Maui's south coast across the road from a 6 mile stretch of beautiful beaches. There are 265 guest rooms and suites all with air conditioning, mini-fridge, cable TV with movies and games, coffee maker and hairdryer. The hotel has a large outdoor pool, 2 jacuzzis, a children's wading pool, 2 tennis courts, fitness centre, activities desk and gift shop. A free shuttle covers the Kihea and Wailea area, although shops and restaurants can be reached on foot. Spices Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, there is a poolside cafe with live Hawaiian entertainment in the evenings, and room service is available.
Four Seasons Resort
The Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea is a deluxe property with 380 rooms, including 75 suites. Modeled on a Hawaiian palace, with reflecting pools, fountains and cabanas. Eight golf courses within 20 minutes adjacent to the Wailea Tennis Center, "Wimbledon West" 24,000 square feet (2,230 square meters) of indoor meeting and functionspace. Ocean-front luau grounds and lawns. Recreation includes volleyball, a putting green, a games room, and croquet. Rooms feature 100% cotton oversized bath towels, coffee service, down pillows, hairdryer, in-room safe, ironing boards and irons. Non-allergenic foam pillows available. Private stocked bar/refrigerator.Thick terry bathrobes, Toiletries, complimentary. Twice daily housekeeping service. Complimentary fitness classes, Hair salon Health/fitness facility, Horseback riding nearby - 10 to 15 min.Massage available. Pool.