More Aloha in Hawaii

Creative Holidays has launched an expanded 08/09 Hawaii program, making it easier than ever to find the perfect holiday for their clients’ needs; from holidays for honeymooners, to family trips, stopovers, cruise options, flop and drop holidays and shopping breaks.

The 08/09 program has been expanded to cater for growing demand in the Australian market and includes exclusive Mini-Stay packages, cruising, car hire, hotel and apartment accommodation, sightseeing options and transfers for travel to the islands of Oahu, Maui, Hawaii and Kauai. Plus, as Australia’s largest independent wholesaler, Creative offers a choice of airlines; Qantas, Air Pacific, JetStar and Hawaiian Airlines, to help consultants get the best value holiday possible for their clients.

This year Creative has introduced an extensive range of new hotels in Waikiki, Maui, Hawaii and Kauai including Castle Maile Sky Court Hotel, which is the best value hotel on offer from $58 per person, per night, twin share.

For consultants with clients looking for a little more luxury in Waikiki, Creative has also added the 4.5 star Turtle Bay Resort, which is located on the north shore not far from the world famous Waimea Bay and is perfect for clients looking to escape the crowds and really relax. It is priced from $181 per person, per night, twin share.

Andrew Yell, general manager sales, marketing and product, Creative Holidays said, “Since the launch of Hawaiian Airlines’ flights from Sydney in May 2004, Hawaii has boomed with Australian travellers. Now with the introduction of more flights to Hawaii with JetStar entering the market with competitive fares the number of Australians heading to Hawaii to enjoy the year-round surf, sand and sun continues to grow.

“The large majority of Australians heading to the Aloha State still stay in Waikiki exclusively.

“At the moment only 20 per cent of travellers are taking advantage of the great experiences on the outer islands, offering agents an untapped market to provide a higher level of specialised service to and up-sell. Combining Oahu’s neighbouring islands in clients’ itineraries first also means easier connections for passengers based on flight time currently in service.

“As a company we are dedicated to supporting the trade and to delivering the highest level of service. To ensure that we deliver on this we are the only wholesaler to offer a fully operational customer service office on the ground in Hawaii to assist with any holiday questions and tour bookings, which offers consultants and travellers peace of mind that their holidays will run smoothly and as planned.

“Our customer service center also offers orientation services to travellers, offering information on each of the islands, activities, services, restaurants, transport, events and attractions. Most importantly it offers travellers a local perspective”.

Creative Holidays’ entire program is a comprehensive information source and research tool to help consultants and their clients plan their holiday and features impartial destination information supplied by Lonely Planet including temperature charts, country and area maps, event details, currency and dining information, travel facts, country highlights and much more throughout.

As a SPECIAL BONUS, Lonely Planet is offering significant discounts on their range of travel guides to Creative Holidays’ customers, so if your clients wish to learn more about Hawaii direct them to www.creativeholidays.com where they can save 20 per cent on all full priced Lonely Planet guides.

Creative Holidays is a leading independent holiday company with a range of holidays to suit everyone – especially those who enjoy the independence and flexibility of planning their own holiday. 

See www.creativeholidays.com for more information log onto iCreate or call Creative reservations nationally on 13 12 22 to make a booking.

A report by The Mole