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hawaii

  1. The Haileys

    Sheraton Kauai booking

    When did this property come online for booking?? It looks like the first available date for booking is March 1 and will not work for our trip this year - oh darn, we'll have to slum it at the Marriott Kaua'i Beach Club - but it looks great!
  2. giowop

    Kohala vs. Kings' Land

    Hello all. This is my first post so go easy on me! There are some threads on this from a couple years ago but looking for more recent info We are considering eventual purchase into HGVC, and I'd like to personally THANK this forum for preventing me/us from buying from HGV itself. AMAZING...
  3. C

    Hawaii Dec

    Looking for something in Hawaii around Dec 14-22. Somewhat flexible with dates even if partial nights are available. Thanks
  4. B

    Want to sell our 2 TS weeks (1 BR 2 BA) in Kauai, The Cliffs at Princeville

    Does anybody have an idea of what the prospects are for selling our weeks at this Princeville resort on Kauai? I've had the impression that forever now it's been nearly impossible to sell back timeshare generally, but are the chances better in this area of Hawaii/Kauai? We bought these weeks in...
  5. V

    Wanted Maui 11/19-27

    Im flexible, will take studio, 1bd or cheap 2 bed need 11/19-27, willing to stay somewhere else if someone can cover most of the days 317-333-9960 vchowdry@gmail.com
  6. E

    Book recommendation especially for Hawaii lovers

    Aloha, This is a shameless :)) promotion of a book my husband just published on Oct 2: Hawaiian Rebirth after 3.5 years of writing. This will be a great book to read during your vacations! Please check it out at https://www.amazon.com/Hawaiian-Rebirth-Questions-Stories-Strategies/dp/1946697931...
  7. T

    Photos from Hawaii

    Morning reflection from the sunrise Day time Sunset Photos taken from Marriott Ko Olina room 21026 - 10th floor of Hale Moana building
  8. B

    Looking for Oahu Hawaii accommodation from Nov 4-14

    i am looking for Waikiki or/and Ko Olina. Open to breaking the dates to 2 locations, ie half in Waikiki , half in Ko Olina Dates are Nov 4-14 2 adults and 2 young kids
  9. S

    Tax Registration and renting out in Hawaii

    Hi folks, i am new to this. I finally started to make plans to list my rental on booking.com. I have some booked weeks at a Wyndham resort in Kauai. Near the end of the listing process on booking.com it asks for a “Hawaii Registration Identification Number”. I have no idea what that is. I...
  10. N

    The Modern at Honolulu October 5-12 1 Bedroom.

    Im renting my timeshare week available from October 5th to 12th $700 USD, City Lights Studio, featuring King size bed, and all the amenities, let me know if you are interested to place the reservation under your name.
  11. K

    Wanted Kauai Sept 22-26 or 27th

    4 or 5 nights needed in Kauai. Thanks
  12. N

    The Modern at Honolulu October 5-12 1 Bedroom.

    Renting my timeshare week from October 5th to 12th, The Modern at Honolulu, let me know if you are interested to place the reservation under your name. *Contact me if you are interested in place reservations at Hilton, Westgate, Manhattan Club, Diamond, Vistana. I can help you get the room...
  13. daventrina

    Rental Cars - Hawaii - PRICE DROP

    Finally ... Or Costco car reservation for our JEEP Wrangler on the Big Island in October for 21 day finally had a price reduction of $415 ... Yay :cheer: If anyone is is/has been shopping for a Hawaii rental ... now might be a good time to check....
  14. RNCollins

    Ku Mai Ka Hula competition hits Maui in September

    Ku Mai Ka Hula competition hits Maui in September https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/Ku-Mai-Ka-Hula-competition-hits-Maui-in-September By Tovin Lapan / Travel Weekly / August 17, 2018 The annual Ku Mai Ka Hula competition, celebrating its 13th year, will be held Sept. 7-8 in the Castle...
  15. G

    Kauai Cliffs Club Aug 23-30 1 bedroom

    Had to cancel my trip to Kauai. Renting for rock bottom price of $700 for the week 1 Bedroom on Kauai Near Princeville on North side of island Aug 23-30 text me at 214-577-5068 if interested.
  16. G

    [Deleted - see message below]

    [You cannot rent exchanges in this forum - see rules, top of page.]
  17. RNCollins

    Sunscreen ban seeks to protect coral reefs

    Sunscreen ban seeks to protect coral reefs https://www.travelweekly.com/Hawaii-Travel/Insights/Sunscreen-ban-seeks-to-protect-coral-reefs By Tovin Lapan / Travel Weekly / May 25, 2018 “The Hawaii legislature has passed a ban on sunscreens containing chemicals believed to harm coral reefs...
  18. taterhed

    Keep it or Catch and Release?

    Just matched my first RCI OGS: 26 Jan 19 @ HGVC Kohala Suites, 2br (BI) I can still cancel today....I'm thinking of cancelling this exchange and holding out for King's land.... Lack of gym in facility, grills, bar, rest. etc.... Any thoughts?
  19. sb_sparky

    Ka'anapali Beach Club - Maui, Hawaii - (last minute cancellation) 8 days/7 nights June 16-23 $700

    *Please delete my other post, I cannot figure out how to sorry* Last minute reservation to Ka'anapali Beach Club. 1 week is available June 16-23 for 7 nights in a 1 bedroom scenic view room. Please let me know if you are interested. Thank you!
  20. sb_sparky

    HAWAII - Ka'anapali Beach Club - (1 bedroom ocean view) 1 week starting June 3 or 4 $700

    Last minute reservation to Ka'anapali Beach Club. 1 week is available with start dates of either June 3 or 4 for 7 nights in a 1 bedroom ocean view room. I more week is available as well August in a 1BR scenic view room. Please let me know if you are interested. Thank you!
  21. T

    Got divorced and forgot to book my resort. Options?

    Hi I got divorced and kept my Marriott Ko'Olina timeshare. But with everything going on I haven't yet been able to book my 2018 week usage. (I enrolled into the points system this year but its not available for 2018). I am trying to think of what I can do with it. I don't really have the ability...
  22. TJALB

    How to transfer TS to family member ?

    I would like to transfer one of my deeded weeks to a family member. The deed is paid for, free & clear. It’s in Hawaii at (KBC) Ka’anapali Beach Club. The maintenance fee is also current. How do I go about transferring the deed? Can I do it myself or do I have to hire a company? Years ago I...
  23. W

    Lahaina Maui

    May 5-13 3 Bedroom Hyatt Residence Club Maui, Ka'anapali Beach Marriott Maui Ocean Club - Napili Villas, Lahaina Villas, etc.. Westin Nanea Ocean Villas
  24. NiteMaire

    SFX Hawaii Trade: Happy Exchanger

    Previous to today, I had not exchanged through SFX. I signed up last year for a 3-year "Diamond" membership when I forgot to deposit my Colonies at Williamsburg 2BR with II until it was well within the flex period (less than 1 month until checkin) . I called SFX and they took my deposit with no...
  25. D

    HGVC 1 in 4 rule

    Can anyone explain what the 1 in 4 rule means at HGVC (particularly Hawaii)? Does it bar you from staying at that specific resort again in 4 years or anything within the HGVC system? Thanks, ;)
  26. JAbbott

    Bought our first timeshare

    After many years of thinking about it, research, etc we found a deal that we think will work for us, at a price we are very happy with. Found an Ebay deal for the Wyndham Kona Hawaiian Resort, Biennial, even years. This one, apparently has 2018 already paid for and not used so we could be...
  27. W

    Hyatt Ka'anapali Beach

    Wanted: April 5 check-in. 2 BED/ 2 BATH.
  28. W

    [Deleted - please see note below & review forum rules]

    [Advertising/soliciting is not permitted in the discussion forums.]
  29. J

    Hawaii Properties - favorite and why - best way to grab one

    We are considering our first stay with WM in Hawaii in 2019. What is your favorite property and why? Tips regarding actually getting a booking without having to waitlist? We have 3 waitlists for Feb 2019 that are level 1. What are our chances of getting our week?
  30. JAbbott

    [Deleted - please see note below]

    [I'm sorry - this forum isn't for Want Ads. You can post a Want Ad in the TUG Marketplace - our classified section. It is linked at the top of the page as Marketplace.]
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