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1 night stop over on the way to HI

Options for Denver, Dallas and San Francisco



 
Again, I wouldn't recommend a stay at SFO unless you arrive late and leave early the next morning.
 
DFW can be bad if weather turns. This winter AA was a disaster. Depends on who you want to fly.
Phoenix, San Diego, LAX or Las Vegas.
I would pick based on flight cost, seating and plane type.
I rather be on a plane longer in a 2-3-2 seating sitting just with my wife vs breaking trip up but being stuck in a 2 sitting next to someone else.
 
We like to spend an extra night or 2 in Las Vegas, flying from NY to HI.
Hotels are close to the airport and there are tons of dining options.
 
Thanks to everyone for your specific hotel recommendations.

Really don’t worry about my wallet or itinerary- I can do that!
I’m an experience traveler and know the drill.

I’m just looking for specific hotel recommendations in locations that are not likely to be affect by winter weather- easy access to airport/ dining/ maybe something fun to do for evening. Tell me about those, give me some options to explore.

Any specific recommendation for Phoenix or Las Vegas that fit my needs?
 
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Pamplemousse said:
Thanks to everyone for your specific hotel recommendations.

Really don’t worry about my wallet or itinerary- I can do that!
I’m an experience traveler and know the drill.

I’m just looking for specific hotel recommendations in locations that are not likely to be affect by winter weather- easy access to airport/ dining/ maybe something fun to do for evening. Tell me about those, give me some options to explore.

Any specific recommendation for Phoenix or Las Vegas that fit my needs?
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The reason I asked for your island is that flights from SAN are more limited than SFO/SEA/LAS and could affect whether S.D. would be recommended. Good luck!
 
Vegas there is the MVC. I like because you can get in and out easily.
Any of the major strip hotels if you want some fun. if you have status with Marriott, the MGM hotels are nice because you can use elite check in.
Cosmopolitan or Bellagio to start.
 
rthib said:
Vegas there is the MVC. I like because you can get in and out easily.
Any of the major strip hotels if you want some fun. if you have status with Marriott, the MGM hotels are nice because you can use elite check in.
Cosmopolitan or Bellagio to start.
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Thank you.
Easy way to get from to and from airport if we stay at the MVC?

I’m going to look into this one for sure since it’s not really someplace I want to visit but still curious to see it once.
 
Pamplemousse said:
Thank you.
Easy way to get from to and from airport if we stay at the MVC?

I’m going to look into this one for sure since it’s not really someplace I want to visit but still curious to see it once.
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A cab?
 
Pamplemousse said:
Thank you.
Easy way to get from to and from airport if we stay at the MVC?

I’m going to look into this one for sure since it’s not really someplace I want to visit but still curious to see it once.
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Easy regardless of where you stay. Uber is under $20.
 
Pamplemousse said:
Perfect- thanks.
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Hawaiians call Las Vegas 'The Ninth Island' for the number of non-stop flights to every other island at low cost because of competition. Low cost ground transportation is a plus.

Jim
 
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Consider Long Beach (LGB), which has many daily non-stop flights to all of the major Hawaiian islands. Fewer East Coast flights into the airport than there used to be, but worth checking. It's so easy to fly out of LGB that you might even look at flying into LAX or Orange County (SNA) and taking a rideshare to Long Beach in order to catch a flight to HI the next day.
 
Pamplemousse said:
Easy way to get from to and from airport if we stay at the MVC?
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I usually arrive in Vegas midday and have always been able to just walk up to the airport taxi stand. But Vegas is well served by Uber drivers if you arrive at a more peak time (or during a major convention).
 
Sarah'sDad said:
Consider Long Beach (LGB), which has many daily non-stop flights to all of the major Hawaiian islands. Fewer East Coast flights into the airport than there used to be, but worth checking. It's so easy to fly out of LGB that you might even look at flying into LAX or Orange County (SNA) and taking a rideshare to Long Beach in order to catch a flight to HI the next day.
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If you're going to be staying overnight I don't think I would personally pick Long Beach as my overnight stop. I do like the idea of Las Vegas. Lots to do there.
 
If it's just an overnight stop to break up the trip, I'd let the flight options be the main factor then look for an option to stay overnight that was convenient and made financial sense. If staying 2-3 days then I'd try to work around the destination preference. If I could get a direct flight I'd probably just go in a day early to HI and stay close to the airport then move on to the destination location the next morning.
 
I used to work in the international arrival areas of LAX; I was asked what can we do for xxx hours in between our flights? The Big Blue Bus from the LAX transportation hub (5 minutes from the airport) will take you to the Iconic Venice & Santa Monica Beaches - where I assure you... You will find eating establishments. When I worked in LAX 2 decades ago that bus ride - each way - was $1.00 - it's now $1.10. If you are looking to stay at a LAX hotel, I've enjoyed many different places there, but I suggest staying away from the Westin*, Sheraton, Marriott, and Hilton name brands - try their others. I found the H Hotel / Homewood Suites (combo building) to fit my needs perfectly. It has a large deck space for airplane approaches & landings - north side runways. I am die-hard In-N-Out guy, and their LAX store is the 2nd best place to watch planes land - The deck at the H hotel took their title. The LAX transportation center is 2 small blocks (5 minute walk) from the hotel.

Fun fact... The airlines usually have a stopover clause in their tariffs - this is when it is a great idea to involve a travel agent - from FREE to $100.00 - there is also a clause "last in / first out" that allows for a free stopover, but you asked about places to eat - and that would negate doing the last in option.

I've issued many a voucher for "nice" hotels at LAX - and found out later...from the customer, just how bad the "Name Brands" are!

I saw many suggestions - some good, some awful! The LAX area is one of the best for public transport in SOCAL - SNA, LGB not so much. By choosing LAX you get more options with airlines - everyone flies NON-STOP from LAX to HI - cept WN (Southwest). You can't find this in every west coast city.
 
Pamplemousse said:
Any specific hotel/ restaurant/ evening activity you would recommend?

I do plan to make a list of everyone’s suggestions and then explore flights.
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We live in the San Diego area but 45 to 60 minutes (no traffic) to the airport. But if there is a traffic accident, that could add an hour or more to the commute. So, we arrange for a car to take us to the Sheraton Harbor Island hotel. They have a free shuttle that takes you to the airport, which is maybe 1/4 to 1/2 mile away. We used it at the end of March and had a 7 am flight to Honolulu and the shuttle started at 5 am. I have a Bonvoy credit card so I use Bonvoy points for a free stay at the Sheraton. I'm pretty sure that the Sheraton is the closest hotel to the SD airport.
 
You have some good recommendations, I would second LGB (for Hawaiian Air) or Vegas. Delta flies into LGB, Jet Blue pulled out. LGB is my home airport, 20 minutes away. LGB Hampton Inn has a shuttle, 5 min just north of the airport. Several other hotels in the area, and an In-N-Out if you get the urge.

LAX is a good suggestion but I hate that airport, mostly having to drive there. :)
 
SmithOp said:
LAX is a good suggestion but I hate that airport, mostly having to drive there. :)
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I completely agree. A few years ago I realized that I didn't hate LAX...the flights are usually cheap and frequent...I just *hated* the hotel shuttle or car rental scrum/process. And as you say, driving in LA.

So now I just factor in the price of a black Uber pickup at LAX when comparing LA area airport prices. And think hard about Uber'ing around LA vs car rental prices.
 
The only issue I have with Vegas is the exceptionally long TSA lines and the number of “rookie” travelers. It’s the one airport where having CLEAR to expedite the process seems like a good idea. even PreCheck isn’t a lot of help.
Other than that Grand Chateau is reasonably close to the airport and there’s a lot of options within walking distance for restaurants and entertainment. It would be a great choice for a lot of reasons so long as you can make it work out for flight times and pricing.

Last year we were able to book a single flight on AA with an overnight in DFW. it was on one ticket so we didn’t have to pick up our luggage, the. Recheck it it next day. Having the grand Hyatt attached to the terminal was a plus as was not to collect and re-check out baggage the next day. We arrived later in the day, grabbed a snack, checked in, grabbed a nice breakfast in the Hyatt’s restaurant, went through the TSA line again and were on our way.

Having 2 separate ticketed flights wouldn’t be a deal breaker. I’m just thinking about the long lines we’ve encountered at the airport in Vegas. A minor inconvenience but an inconvenience all the same.

Booking Alaska airlines with an overnight layover in Seattle is an option I’m beginning to consider. From our hometown airport it’s a lot easier to find a single ticket flight with an overnight layover. I’m not a huge fan of Seattle’s airport and, the only hotel we’ve stayed at overnight by their airport was a Hilton Doubletree that I wouldn’t recommend. Next time, if there is one, we’ll try the Marriott and hope it’s better. The biggest issue staying overnight in Seattle is having a nice restaurant to grab something for dinner and maybe breakfast without the hassle of arranging to come and go from the hotel. I’m afraid we’re lazy that way.

At any rate, this is a video of the Doubletree that I recommend you avoid if you take the Seattle route.

 
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The only issue I have with Vegas is the exceptionally long TSA lines and the number of “rookie” travelers. It’s the one airport where having CLEAR to expedite the process seems like a good idea. Y]even PreCheck isn’t a lot of help.
Other than that Grand Chateau is reasonably close to the airport and there’s a lot of options within walking distance for restaurants and entertainment. It would be a great choice for a lot of reasons so long as you can make it work out for flight times and pricing.

Last year we were able to book a single flight on AA with an overnight in DFW. it was on one ticket so we didn’t have to pick up our luggage, the. Recheck it it next day. Having the grand Hyatt attached to the terminal was a plus as was not to collect and re-check out baggage the next day. We arrived later in the day, grabbed a snack, checked in, grabbed a nice breakfast in the Hyatt’s restaurant, went through the TSA line again and were on our way.

Having 2 separate ticketed flights wouldn’t be a deal breaker. I’m just thinking about the long lines we’ve encountered at the airport in Vegas. A minor inconvenience but an inconvenience all the same.

Booking Alaska airlines with an overnight layover in Seattle is an option I’m beginning to consider. From our hometown airport it’s a lot easier to find a single ticket flight with an overnight layover. I’m not a huge fan of Seattle’s airport and, the only hotel we’ve stayed at overnight by their airport was a Hilton Doubletree that I wouldn’t recommend. Next time, if there is one, we’ll try the Marriott and hope it’s better. The biggest issue staying overnight in Seattle is having a nice restaurant to grab something for dinner and maybe breakfast without the hassle of arranging to come and go from the hotel. I’m afraid we’re lazy that way.

At any rate, this is a video of the Doubletree that I recommend you avoid if you take the Seattle route.

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You can do a single stop over OR arrive leave different airports. I've been told you can't do both. I'm sure there are limitations buts I am not versed in those. That said, it's not uncommon that getting separate tickets to the West Coast and HI is often cheaper than one single ticket.
 
Dean said:
You can do a single stop over OR arrive leave different airports. I've been told you can't do both. I'm sure there are limitations buts I am not versed in those. That said, it's not uncommon that getting separate tickets to the West Coast and HI is often cheaper than
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Some airlines- Delta is the one I am familiar with from a previous experience- allow you to book multiple city tickets with several flight- I know at least 4 legs, I believe more.
I haven’t priced anything out in this case to see how the multi city vs one way single tickets would compare.
I’m long way from final plans, just still exploring.

I’ll also add that I’m not sure if that was what you were saying- not sure what you meant by stopover.
 
If you like flying on Delta, Salt Lake City is another easy stopover city. The downtown area is nice and it is only 45 minutes drive to the Park City timeshares. You can stay an extra day and get do a nice hike in the mountains prior to your long flight. I personally prefer mountain hiking over anything in Vegas, but I never gamble because I studied statistics.
 
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