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The Big Island resonated with National Geographic Traveler magazine in its November/December issue, in a survey titled "Destinations Rated: Islands." The fourth annual survey, by Traveler and the National Geographic Center for Sustainable Destinations, paneled 522 experts in sustainable tourism and destination stewardship. One panelist wrote: "the development of a more authentic and sustainable tourism is becoming a reality." Read more at www.nationalgeographic.com.
ROYAL KONA DEAL: Royal Kona Resort offers a fifth night free for reservations Jan. 16 to Oct. 3, and Oct. 12 to Dec. 25, 2008 in the newly remodeled Ali'i & Lagoon Towers. Rates start at $128 per room per night including the free night discount. Five-night minimum stay required. 800-222-5642, www.royalkona.com.
BACK ROADS: Roberts Hawai'i Back Roads of Upcountry Maui includes stops at a lavender farm, the Surfing Goat Dairy for cheese sampling, the Tedeschi Vineyards for wine tasting, lunch and a visit to the 'Ulupalakua Ranch. Tour is $136 from Kahului.
RESORTS DATABASE: Travel Hawai'i maintains a database to keep visitors and travel agents abreast of resort construction that could affect their choice of a booking. Check http://travel-hawaii.com/hawaii_hotel_construction.html.
KEAUHOU PACKAGE: Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa resort's Romance and Anniversary package includes a wine and cheese welcome, daily buffet or room service breakfast and a 4 p.m. check-out (based on availability, confirmed upon arrival). Package prices from $275 per room per night. Code RPKGWEB, www.SheratonKeauhou.com, 888-488-3535.
RESORTQUEST SAVINGS: ResortQuest Hawai'i's 2008 Aloha Free Deals includes every fifth night free starting at $301 per room per night at Waikoloa Colony Villas, $240 at the Shores at Waikoloa and $224 at Kona by the Sea. Package includes an Aloha Book with exclusive offers worth up to $1,000; a two-for-one lu'au dinner and show, and Kids Stay, Play & Eat free (a $300 value). Jan. 1 to Dec. 31. 866-774-2924, www.ResortQuestHawaii.com
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