Thursday, December 15, 2011

Real Hawaii Golf Deals from the one and only Hawaii Golf Discount Leader since 1994.

UPDATED: THU. DECEMBER 15, 2011 @ 9:00am HT

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Listed below are outstanding golf values for our subscribers
from
NOW through JAN. 31, 2013.
Please pay particular attention to green type (new and updated items)
and

red type (programs ending Jan. 31, 2012)

Nobody Beats Us!

With your...

• NO GOLFPREPAYMENT
prior to arrival at golf course

• NO BOOKING FEES

• NO RESTRICTIONS

• NO BLACKOUT DATES

COMPLETE FLEXIBILITY

90-DAY TEE TIME WINDOW

POWER CART INCLUDED

• FREE RANGE BALLS
& APPAREL DISCOUNT

at most courses

• ALWAYS UNLIMITED GOLF













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— IMPORTANT WARNING —
Beware of sharp Internet operators. If you are looking for real Hawaii golf deals and values galore, especially three or more rounds of golf, HawaiiGolfDeals has no competitors. There are only pretenders out there who are ready to separate you from your hard-earned money. Here are some simple things to look for that separates the pretenders from us:

1. Do they tell you anything about themselves?
We tell you everything About Us.

2. Do they reveal any names of the principals in the management and ownership of the company?
We do!

3. Do they list an actual business address and phone number?
We list our direct information and contacts.

4. If the pretenders offer you a price for golf, ask them for the price with fees and taxes included, then call the golf courses and ask them for discounts and specials and compare. The direct rates are usually better and you don't have to give your credit card information to strangers who fail to identify themselves.
We've heard all the sad stories.

5. The pretenders are such brazen scam artists that they DO NOT tell you many of their lowest rates at certain times of the year are "aeration" rates. Our industry-leading unlimited golf rates are in place year-round and we'll tell when aerations are occurring at our participating courses. Our subscribers NEVER have to pay any booking fees.

6. Contact Us for advice and counsel. There is never a high-pressure sales pitch, just useful information and advice. In fact, we will try to make planning your trip as efficient and affordable as possible.

REMEMBER —
Nobody beats HawaiiGolfDeals and our
GOLFHAWAIICARD deals throughout Hawaii.

We're the Hawaii golf discount leader since 1994.

Apparel discounts may be limited to non-sale merchandize at some locations.

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******* BIG ISLAND *******
In green type, we have been adding rates through Jan. 31, 2013

There is no better island for the avid golfer looking for great layouts and real value! The Big Island offers an unparalleled golf experience on an uncrowded variety of course designs. No wonder they bill themselves as the "Golf Capital of Hawaii." And our HawaiiGolfDeals' GOLFHAWAIICARD holders say the exact same thing.

Our
GOLFHAWAIICARD program on the Big Island is the broadest program with the deepest discounts you will find anywhere in the Hawaii travel industry.

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HAPUNA BEACH PRINCE HOTEL DINING PROGRAM
(NEW)
Upon presentation of valid GOLFHAWAIICARD and picture ID, subscribers will receive 18% off at ALL Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel food and dining outlets. Discount will be applied to all food & non-alcoholic beverages for cardholder and one additional guest.
• Coast Grille
• Ocean Terrace
• Cafe Hapuna
• Beach Bar
• Reef Lounge
• Let's Go Crabbing Friday Night Buffet
• Hakone's Saturday Night Japanese Buffet
• Room Service (for hotel guests)
Posted discount good through Jan. 31, 2013

MORE BIG ISLAND RESTAURANTS TO FOLLOW!
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HAPUNA PRINCE GOLF COURSE at Mauna Kea
One-day unlimited golf before 11am: $85
One-day unlimited golf after 11am: $70
Two days unlimited golf anytime: $135
Includes shared cart, range balls and 20% apparel discount
These rates good through Dec. 31, 2012 (see below for Jan. 1 rates)
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 880-3000


Starting Jan. 1, 2012 (not available in Dec. 2011)...
One-day unlimited golf before 11am:
$75

One-day unlimited golf after 11am: $60
Includes shared cart, range balls and 20% apparel discount
These rates will be good Jan. 1, 2012—Jan. 31, 2013
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 880-3000


MAUNA KEA GOLF COURSE
in a program with Hapuna Prince Golf Course
Three days unlimited golf anytime: $270 (1-Day: Mauna Kea/2 Days: Hapuna)
Five days unlimited golf anytime: $425 (2 Days: Mauna Kea/3 Days: Hapuna)
Includes shared cart, range balls and 20% apparel discount
Purchase of Mauna Kea golf programs must be made at Hapuna Pro Shop!
These rates good through Dec. 31, 2012 (see below for Jan. 1 rates)
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 880-3000

Starting Jan. 1, 2012 (not available in Dec. 2011)...
Three days unlimited golf anytime: $255 (1-Day: Mauna Kea/2 Days: Hapuna)
Three days unlimited golf anytime: $310 (2-Days: Mauna Kea/1 Day: Hapuna)
Four days unlimited golf anytime: $360 (2 Days: Mauna Kea/2 Days: Hapuna)
Five days unlimited golf anytime: $400 (2 Days: Mauna Kea/3 Days: Hapuna)
Five days unlimited golf anytime: $465 (3 Days: Mauna Kea/2 Days: Hapuna)
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***** SPECIAL TWO-DAY PROGRAM (APR. 1-DEC. 15): *****
Two days unlimited golf anytime: $195 (1-Day: Mauna Kea/1 Day: Hapuna)
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Includes shared cart, range balls and 20% apparel discount
Purchase of Mauna Kea golf programs must be made at Hapuna Pro Shop!
These rates will be good Jan. 1, 2012—Jan. 31, 2013
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 880-3000

WAIKOLOA BEACH RESORT GOLF (Beach & Kings' Courses)
Play these two fine layouts in any configuration
Two days unlimited golf anytime: $180
Three days unlimited golf anytime:
$240
Each additional day unlimited golf anytime:
$80
Includes shared cart and range balls.
Check-in for both courses now only at the Kings' Clubhouse

Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2013
90-day tee times - Phone: 1-877-924-5656

WAIKOLOA VILLAGE GOLF CLUB
One-day unlimited golf anytime: $58
Two days unlimited golf anytime: $105
Includes shared cart, range balls and 20% apparel discount
Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2013
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 883-9621

WAIMEA COUNTRY CLUB
One-day unlimited golf anytime: $50
Includes shared cart
Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2013
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 885-8777

MAKALEI GOLF CLUB
One-day unlimited golf before 11am: $59
One-day unlimited golf after 11am:
$49
Two days unlimited golf anytime:
$98
Each additional day anytime: $49
Includes shared cart and 20% apparel discount
Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2013
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 325-6625

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KONA COUNTRY CLUB (Mountain & Ocean Courses)
Through Jan. 31, 2012, GHC subscribers may play Kona Country Club's two layouts, but our long-standing program with Kona CC will end at that time. For all intents and purposes the Kona CC Mountain Course is now a repository for municipal golf in the Kona area. With the island's only municipal course about 100 miles away in Hilo, the county and Kona Country Club have entered into an arrangement where residents pay $25 (with cart) to play the course and the county kicks in another $20 or so for each resident golfer. The formula is much more convoluted than that, but that's the gist. As a result, there is little need to deliver visitor golfers to what is now a relatively busy and crowded golf course catering to the local market. Ownership believes those rounds will be displaced to the much higher priced Ocean Course, which shares the same clubhouse, carts, practice area and parking lot. Probably best to visit our fabulous array of Big Island courses better suited to visitor golfers like you!

Play these two layouts in any configuration through Jan. 31, 2012
Two days unlimited golf program before 11am: $175
Two days unlimited golf program after 11am:
$150
Three days unlimited golf program anytime:
$240
Four days unlimited golf program anytime:
$300

Includes shared cart, range balls and 20% apparel discount

THIS PROGRAM WILL END ON JAN. 31, 2012
90-day tee times via e-mail: kcc@konagolf.com

14-day tee times via phone: (808) 322-2595

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Darrin Gee's "SPIRIT OF GOLF" Academy (NEW)
at the Hapuna Prince Golf Course or Makalei Golf Club

ONE GHC Holder

$149

(SAVE up to $101)

TWO GHC Holders

$279

(SAVE up to $221)

THREE GHC Holders

$399

(SAVE up to $351)

FOUR GHC Holders

$499

(SAVE up to $501)

This program may only be booked via phone!
Reservatiions may be made up to 90 days in advance
Booking at least 10 to 14 days in advance is highly recommended.
Cancellation penalties may apply. Hawaii sales tax additional (4.167%).
Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2013
Phone: (808) 887-6800 • Toll-free: 1-866-465-3433

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Hawaii state sales tax (4.167%) additional at most Big Island courses except Kona CC, where it is included in the rate.


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******* MAUI *******

Now appearing in our Maui mix is The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course, a non-resort affiliated gem designed by Robin Nelson and managed by the affable Dave Gleason, one of Hawaii's most experienced PGA general managers. With its central location, close proximity to the airport and exhilarating sand dunes, water features and elevation changes, The Dunes is an outstanding, multiple-day, can't miss golf experience that will call on every club in your arsenal. Don't miss it!

Our Maui roster is rounded out by Pukalani Country Club, now under the astute management of Ron Huffman, a transplanted Texan who toiled at several Oahu courses. The 19-green Pukalani is a refreshing change of pace in the cooler temperatures of the upcountry conspiring with awesome views of west Maui and the isthmus from the down-slope of Haleakula.

Through Jan. 31, 2012, you may enjoy striking the dimpled sphere at Wailea Old Blue Golf Club and Elleair Maui Golf Club. Old Blue sits in the bluffs just at the gateway to the Wailea Resort area and features a lovely compendium of holes and what may well be Maui's best conditioned golf course thanks to superintendent Steve Olsen and his staff. Elleair sits at the very base on Haleakula right over the sprawling town of Kihei.

THE DUNES AT MAUI LANI GOLF COURSE
One-day unlimited golf before 11am:
$79
One-day unlimited golf after 11am: $69
Two days unlimited golf anytime: $138
Includes shared cart, range balls & 20% apparel discount
Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2013
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 873-0422

PUKALANI COUNTRY CLUB
One-day unlimited golf before 11am: $63
One-day unlimited golf after 11am:
$58
Two days unlimited golf anytime:
$105
Three days unlimited golf anytime: $148
Includes shared cart

50% off apparel for all visitors
Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2013
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 572-1314

WAILEA OLD BLUE GOLF CLUB
Two days unlimited golf: $178
Three days unlimited golf: $240
Each additional day paid on Day One: $80
Includes shared cart, practice balls & 15% apparel discount
THIS PROGRAM WILL END ON JAN. 31, 2012
90-day tee times via e-mail
45-day tee times via phone: (808) 879-2530

ELLEAIR MAUI GOLF CLUB
One-day unlimited golf anytime: $80
Includes shared cart & 20% apparel discount
THIS PROGRAM WILL END ON JAN. 31, 2012
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 874-077

Hawaii state sales tax (4.167%) additional at most Maui courses.

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HGD KAPALUA VILLAS 2012 PROGRAM

In 2012, we are actually offering unlimited golf at five of Maui's absolute best courses — Kapalua Bay Golf Course, Kapalua Plantation Golf Course, Wailea Old Blue Golf Club, The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course and Pukalani Country Club in all our Kapalua Villas golf vacation packages. This exclusive combination of Maui's best golf courses, along with the superb accommodations and amenities found at Kapalua Villas, delivers a sensationally rewarding golf vacation to Maui.

Bundled with our exclusive Kapalua Villas Golf Vacation Packages

Includes:
  • One- and two-bedroom Gold villas
  • Alamo fullsize (for 2) or minivan (for 4)
  • Your choice of golf days (including Wailea Old Blue/The Dunes/Pukalani)
  • Many extras

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******* OAHU *******

"The Gathering Place," as Oahu is known, is the mecca for sheer numbers of golf courses in the Hawaiian Islands, with almost half of the state's total. In addition to an expansive municipal system (better left for the locals to enjoy) and probably the best concentration of military layouts found anywhere, there are a variety of some of the most exciting and compelling privately owned, daily fee golf courses right on this island. HawaiiGolfDeals offers the best of them and four of the closest to Waikiki.

Leeward Oahu on or near the Ewa Plain:

CORAL CREEK GOLF CLUB (NEW for 2012)
One-day unlimited golf anytime: $79
Two days unlimited golf anytime:
$138
Includes shared cart, range balls & 20% apparel discount

These rates will be good Jan. 1, 2012—Jan. 31, 2013
90-day tee times - Phone: 1-888-868-3387 &
(808) 441-4653

HAWAII PRINCE GOLF CLUB
AT EWA BEACH
One-day unlimited golf before 11am: $75
One-day unlimited golf after 11am::
$65
Two days unlimited golf anytime:
$129
Includes shared cart, range balls & 20% apparel discount

Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2013
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 944-4567

ROYAL KUNIA COUNTRY CLUB (NEW)
One-day unlimited golf anytime: $78
Two days unlimited golf anytime:
$125
Includes shared cart, range balls & 15% apparel discount

Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2013
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 688-9222


Windward Oahu at the Pali Golf Destination:

KOOLAU GOLF CLUB
One-day unlimited golf anytime:
$75
Two days unlimited golf: $129
Includes shared cart, range balls & 20% apparel discount
Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2013
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 247-7088

ROYAL HAWAIIAN GOLF CLUB
(formerly Luana Hills CC)
For most of 2012, this course will be undergoing extensive renovations, but the intention is to keep at least nine holes open at all times. Our subscribers are advised to call the course for updates, identify yourself as a GHC holder and you will be quoted the special GHC rate for that day. You will still have to present a valid card upon arrival.
Includes shared cart, range balls & 20% apparel discount

Phone: (808) 262-2139

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MAKAHA RESORT GOLF CLUB
Course is closed indefinitely for major renovations
Program suspended indefinitely during renovations

Hawaii state sales tax (4.712% on Oahu) is additional at most courses.



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******* KAUAI *******

"The Garden Island" is no longer the golf heaven it once was. Some resort courses have actually been closed (27 resort holes are closed at the moment plus another nine that will never re-open), while they are supposedly "renovating." The few remaining golf options offer little or no value to visitors seeking wall to wall golf. Even their terrific municipal course has inflated rates for visitors. But it is a charming island to visit for a very short stay. Our advice is go to Kauai for 3-5 days and then head to The Big Island, Maui or Oahu for some real golf action and exceptional value.

—IMPORTANT WARNING—
Beware of sharp Internet operators who charge you to access these or higher rates. They also fail to tell you about taxes or anything about themselves. In fact, they actually have the audacity to tell you these are INTERNET SPECIALS! Don't be fooled by the scam artists! And beware of the bait and switch to high-priced vouchers!

HOT TIP: If you are taking advantage of twilight rates at golf courses that are NOT in our program, get to the course about 90-75 minutes before twilight begins and tell them you are ready to play anytime they would like. Some courses will send you off early. In the interim, most courses have driving ranges and other practice facilities and often the range balls are free or very inexpensive.


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IMPORTANT WARNING

Unfortunately, Internet scam artists are out there. So, here are some very important things you should know about these sharp operators and copycat golf “deals” in Hawaii:



BEWARE OF HIGHER PRICES AND NO ADDED-VALUES!
No other company can beat HawaiiGolfDeals. Period. But the Internet scam artists try to make you believe they have the better deals. Frankly, they are NOT EVEN CLOSE! Do they offer better prices, unlimited golf, range balls, pro shop discounts and 90-day tee times at most courses? No way. Not a chance!

BEWARE OF THE TOKEN DISCOUNT!

“Pretenders” are big on the token discount. If you’re looking for $15 off a “rack” rate of $195 for a round of golf or $10 off a $135 rack—pretenders may have it. In fact, they promote it like it’s their own heavily negotiated deal. But truth be told, that same token discount is usually available through the lodging property you are staying at, or by telling the pro shop where you are staying, or even just by asking. Some courses, not included in our program, will even give you a standard (“token”) discount just by showing your GOLFHAWAIICARD. It never hurts to ask.



BEWARE OF AERATION RATES MASQUERADING AS VALUE RATES
The pretenders are the king of the hill when it comes to misleading consumers. They even use special rates they are given for the 10 days following aeration to sell at low prices. But they conveniently leave out the fact that these are aeration rates. Don't fall for it and don't say we didn't warn you! Fact is, if they beat us, it has to be an aeration rate. Otherwise, they never beat HawaiiGolfDeals. Period.

BEWARE OF THE BAIT & SWITCH INTO HIGH-PRICED VOUCHERS!

The Internet scam artists grab innocent victims by promoting one thing and immediately try to switch you to another. Classic bait and switch. HawaiiGolfDeals appalls the bait and switch. We don’t offer every course in Hawaii. We are only interested in REAL VALUE and unlimited golf. If we do not carry a course, we do not feel it is a value for our cardholders or we do not think the maintenance or service is up to our standards . That’s why we have thousands of repeat customers.

BEWARE OF TEE TIME SERVICES!

Tee time services are completely unnecessary and a totally unwarranted expense in Hawaii. Hawaii’s golf courses have plenty of available tee times and charge you nothing to make one. Do not waste your time and money on a tee time service! When you subscribe to HawaiiGolfDeals, in addition to your personalized GOLFHAWAIICARD, you will receive a rate card that contains the phone numbers (toll-free whenever available) for every golf course in our program. With the GOLFHAWAIICARD, you can book your tee times up to 90 days prior to the day you intend to play and can make a tee time best suited for you and your party. Since 1994, we have NEVER had a cardholder who could not get a satisfactory tee time. NOT ONCE have we even had a complaint.



BEWARE OF ANY COMPANY THAT USES OUR NAME IN THEIR AD LEADS: "HAWAII GOLF DEALS"
This tactic of trying to confuse the consumer is one of the big problems with Internet marketing. And it is becoming more and more prevalent. We have taken legal action to protect our name and your ability to discern between the rogues and thieves and a quality company with a long and honest track record like HawaiiGolfDeals. If you see our name in their ad lead, stay away and help put a thief out of business. Which leads us into the last warning...

BEWARE OF ANY WEBSITE THAT DOES NOT TELL YOU WHO STANDS BEHIND IT!

On any website, look for an ABOUT US page. If none is there, or no individuals are standing behind the product(s), be very wary and leave the site immediately. Those who purport to offer discounts on Hawaii golf and golf packages and DO NOT tell you anything about themselves, are hiding something. Conversely, please visit and read our ABOUT US. Since 1994, we have stood behind what we sell and we are proud of it. Here on HawaiiGolfDeals.com, you can reach any of us via online CONTACT US options, as well as via toll-free numbers to call or send faxes.

REMEMBER: Nobody beats HawaiiGolfDeals and our GOLFHAWAIICARD deals throughout Hawaii. We're the Hawaii golf discount leader since 1994.