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  1. M

    Shooting in Kapolei, 2 tourists shot per HNL PD

    Stay Safe everyone... https://www.staradvertiser.com/2026/02/16/breaking-news/2-tourists-shot-in-kapolei-parking-lot-suspect-at-large/ https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/02/16/two-mainland-visitors-shot-kapolei-police-search-suspect/
  2. M

    West Maui Power Outages

    Saw many reports of folks losing power in West Maui resorts including Westin & others... Hope everyone is doing ok & staying safe.. Mahalo! https://www.khon2.com/local-news/public-safety-power-shutoff-initiated-for-west-maui-with-more-than-10000-customers-impacted/...
  3. M

    HGVC Maui locations, MBV & KBC

    Aloha Folks! Enjoyed our time at Maui Bay Villas (MBV) for 1 week on HGVC club points stay and then almost a week at HVC Ka'anapali Beach aka KBC (Ka'anapali Beach Club), on Hilton cash stay... Just wanted to share my thoughts about both, realizing folks opinions may vary significantly per...
  4. M

    HI West Coast Fare sale: 232 NS RT from LAX to OGG/KOA/LIH (similar for SAN, SFO, PHX)...

    Aggressive HI rates on AA/WN/AS=HA/UA/DL from west coast to HI... Nonstops or connections, Nice cheap rates (<300 RT)... Hope this helps some folks... Feb through May'26 dates...
  5. mountainguide

    Back at it

    Good day all, Looking to get back into the travel life. Owned 300+ VI Points at one time and gave them away. I see times have changed a bit since 2013. Looking to get back into VI. Loved the resorts and the price. Maybe find some rentals on here in the meantime. Looking at 2 weeks Maui or the...
  6. A

    Cliffs Club Kauai, Hawaii for Free

    Cliffs Club in Princeville, Kauai. Beautiful location. Paid for. 1 Bedroom with a loft. Sleeps 6 + couch. King bed, two queens and the couch. 1 week a year September to December Taker pays transfer fees and maintenance dues of $2180 for the week in 2026.
  7. K

    Big Island, Maui, or Oahu week starting Nov 3 or 10

    Looking for a studio or 1 bed for any of these 3 islands. - Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt or Wydham Would be looking for at least 3+ nights Thanks!
  8. M

    Kilauea Eruption Episode 33 starting soon (for those in BI currently or visiting soon)...

    *May watch the updates or sign up for their alerts, as below https://www.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/volcano-updates https://www.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/volcano-updates/volcano-messages 'Summit inflation continues and episode 33 lava fountaining is likely in the next 1-4 days. Models...
  9. M

    Locals & Experts recommendations for Hawaii Local fresh produce & Grocery Options?

    Aloha! Would appreciate locals & travel Gurus share their tips for best places to get fresh local produce or grocery while in Big Island Hawaii! inspired by a recent ongoing discussion which started at HGVC EP thread. Request folks to pls share your kind tips/recommendations without...
  10. VegasBella

    Staying in a 2 bedroom Kohala Suites Waikoloa in January

    My mom and I had such a great time on the Big Island last year that we are going back for her 80th birthday. This time it's going to be a girls trip with my sister and her daughter. We plan to stay at Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa that I booked through RCI. It's a 2 bedroom...
  11. M

    Hurricane Kiko, ? impact on HI?

    Praying for everyone in HI & hoping no major issue with Kiko... Have a trip coming up very soon... Hoping everyone stays safe... https://weather.com/storms/hurricane/news/2025-09-03-hurricane-kiko-potential-impact-hawaii-forecast https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/graphics_ep1.shtml?start#contents
  12. M

    Suggestions for increasing my Hawaii trade/booking options?

    I am new to managing timeshares, and to using TUG (my ex is pretty active here, as he did all the TS management before the split). I currently own 325K points with Wyndham, but they are at KBV which doesn't appear to be long for the TS world (I am staying there in bldg F in a couple weeks, we'll...
  13. OhioJP

    Wanted: Kauai, Hawaii flexible 8/1-13

    Seeking Kauai, Hawaii flexible 8/1-13 2025 We previously stayed at a Wyndham in Princeville __________ Possibly open to other islands, like on the big island (Kona area) depending on availability in Kauai Thank you!
  14. P

    REHOMED - FREE DEEDED WEEK** BIG ISLAND, HAWAII - 2 BEDROOM

    SELLER WILL PAY CLOSING/TRANSFER COSTS!!! Unfortunately, we can no longer use our Hawaii timeshare and are looking to give away (**FREE**) our fully paid off week at beautiful Paniolo Greens on the Big Island/[Waikoloa]. If you are looking for a great deeded, timeshare week that is flexible in...
  15. M

    Should I buy Vegas HGVC Resale vs Craig Lodge: similar price, MFs for 11,200 points, 2 BR Platinum?

    Asking HGV Pros: Should I buy Vegas HGV Resale vs Craig Lodge: similar purchase price, MFs Currency risk + affiliate for Craig Lodge (although Craig Suites are HGV, so unlikely an issue like Coy MFs will likely go up faster for Craig being Scotland inflation vs Vegas.... DEX EU (although PIA to...
  16. P

    Newbie here! Looking for wisdom to help me buy a resale! I'm all ears!

    Hello all, I grew up on the Big Island of Hawaii. I have no family currently living there. I'd like to have a place to stay so I can visit more often than every so many years. My hubby and I are recently retired so have flexible scheduling. My brother lives on Oahu and I'd like to be able to...
  17. andrewjjtimeshare

    Maui Beach Vacation Club

    I have a Maui Beach Vacation Club account that is all paid up and ready for a new owner. The sellers are paying the closing costs and paying the July 2025 maintenance fees. Account details are as follows: Annual Usage 2024 available Float Pearl Unit 2 bed 2 bath, Sleeps 6-8, Full Kitchen Float...
  18. K

    Looking for Hawaii (Oahu, Maui, or Big Island) November 9-18

    Hi - Looking for studio or 1 bed. Flexible on dates and islands (Oahu, Maui, or Big Island). Prefer Marriott, Hilton or Westin.
  19. andrewjjtimeshare

    Shell Hawaii Points available

    I have multiple Shell Hawaii points accounts that are up for grabs with sellers paying all closing costs. All accounts are annual usage with October 1st - September 30th use year. Points from October 2024 are available for the buyer. Buyers responsible for the 2025 maintenance fees. Available...
  20. K

    Looking for Hawaii (Oahu, Maui, or Big Island) November 8+

    Hi - Looking for studio or 1 bed. Prefer Marriott, Hilton or Westin. Flexible on dates and islands (Oahu, Maui, or Big Island).
  21. Crercuda909

    MAUI ! Kihei Very last minute !KIHEI AKAHI $700 , offers ?

    Kihei Akahi , Kihei Maui Reasonable offers considered!! Have 2 weeks anytime from August 31 to Sept 13 (Saturday to Saturday) Choose one or two weeks 1 bedroom, D building. Great location . Right across from sandy Kamaole II Beach. See pics for further details. Call Victor at 250-870-3643 for...
  22. Crercuda909

    Kihei Akahi Maui

    Kihei Akahi , Kihei Maui Have 2 weeks anytime from July 20 to Aug 31( Saturday to Saturday) 1 bedroom, D building. Great location . Right across from Kamaole II Beach. Call Victor at 250-870-3643 for .any questions or message. $800 per week . Maximum 2 people preferred. thanks
  23. wballoni

    Ko Olina fall 2025

    I’m planning a fall 2025 trip to Hawaii. This is our first time to Hawaii, and a family trip with small children, so something relaxing is preferred. A day trip to Pearl Harbor might be in the plans. With 4 adults and 2 children, we will need a 2 bedroom villa. We plan to do a good amount of...
  24. S

    What does maintenance fee include?

    Newbie here, please pardon my ignorance. Currently in the process of purchasing my first resale (after rescinding a retail purchase thanks to this great community). Can someone please help me figure out the recurring cost of owning post the first-time initial cost? Is the club due included...
  25. UWSurfer

    Flying food from mainland to Hawaii...what is NOT permitted?

    We've been to Hawaii many times over the years, our last stay in 2019 just ahead of the Pandemic and we have two weeks planned starting next week. Typically we stop at the Costco at each Island, purchase steak and chicken, a case of water and a few other items, then fill in the smaller items...
  26. Love2Vacation

    PENDING - Pono Kai Resort- 1 Bedroom Imperial Suite - Annual Float Week - 2024 Usage Available - FREE CLOSING!

    Pono Kai Resort - Kauai UNIT SIZE 1 bedroom - 1 bath - full kitchen - 1 sofa bed - sleeps 4 total UNIT ADDRESS Pono Kai Resort, 1250 Kuhio Highway, Kapaa, Kauai, Hawaii 96746 Actual Unit #F208: 2nd floor - ocean view - can book different unit for no charge, we always book 1st floor, oceanfront...
  27. Maggsp

    WANTED- Hawaii Any Island MDW flex dates

    Looking for 1 bedroom on any Hawaiian Island. Preference in order- Kauai, Maui, Oahu. Either May 18-27 or May 25-June 2nd. Flexible on dates
  28. S

    HGVC 5440 points every year timeshare

    Giving away Hilton Grand Vacations timeshare that gives 5440 points every year. The resort it is tied to is Ocean tower in Big Island, Hawaii. The maintenance fees is roughly ~$1100. The club dues roughly ~$200, so the total fees per year is roughly $1300. The points are good enough to get a...
  29. G

    Maui Nov 12-PENDING 19th Kahana Beach Vacation Club Studio $400

    7 Nights in a studio in Maui. Kahana Beach Vacation Club $400 https://www.soleilmanagement.com/property_kahana_beach.aspx
  30. K

    Looking for Hawaii (Oahu or Big Island) November 9 - 21

    Hi looking for either a studio or 1 bed in either Big island or Oahu Dates are flexible in the timeframe of November 9 - 21 Prefer Marriott, Hilton or Hyatt
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