18 November 2014

Tom Brennan - A CALL TO ARMS - VOL. 6 - PEAVEY OR GORSKI: YOU PICK | Mack's Mets

Tom Brennan - A CALL TO ARMS - VOL. 6 - PEAVEY OR GORSKI: YOU PICK | Mack's Mets

Two interesting arms in the Mets arsenal. Peavey's solid mechanics and four+ pitch repertoire keep the door to MLB unlocked. Ultimately, he does have to find some success at the Triple-A, but that could mean something as simple as finding the key to his cutter, which he throws as a supplemental pitch in conjunction with his slider. His plus pitches are a just that with his two-seamer displaying movement and clocking out in the 92-94 mph range. He has nothing left to prove at the Double-A level as he was clearly a consistent and even dominant starter for the B-Mets last season. After some experimenting with the bullpen in 2013, where he did find some success, the Mets apparently decided to move Peavey back to a starter role in 2014. A hard worker and pitching academic, Peavey is on-track to make a statement at Las Vegas this season. Gorski is also a strong candidate for the 5th starter spot due to his being a lefty In case no one's noticed, the Mets system is thin when it comes to southpaws. He is a finesse pitcher with almost four+ seasons of minor league appearances. Both of these pitchers can make a statement slotting in behind Montero, Syndergaard and Matz. In fact, they are likely front-runners to kick things off in April.

08 January 2014

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from
NOW through JAN. 31, 2014

AND
FEB. 1, 2014 through JAN. 31, 2015
 
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• NO GOLFPREPAYMENT 
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• NO BOOKING FEES
• FEW RESTRICTIONS
• NO BLACKOUT DATES
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POWER CART INCLUDED
• FREE RANGE BALL and 
APPAREL DISCOUNTat most courses
• ALWAYS UNLIMITED GOLF
                        

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********* THE BIG ISLAND *********


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 we refer to the island as "The Golf Capital of Hawaii." 


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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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BIG ISLAND DINING PROGRAM
(NEW)

HAPUNA BEACH PRINCE HOTEL   
Upon presentation of a 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 and non-alcoholic beverages for cardholder and up to three additional guests.
• 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)

• Arnie's at the Hapuna Prince Golf Clubhouse
  
MAUNA KEA BEACH OTEL   
Upon presentation of a valid GOLFHAWAIICARD and picture ID, subscribers will receive 18% off at the following Mauna Kea Beach Hotel food and dining outlets. Discount will be applied to all food and non-alcoholic beverages for cardholder and up to three additional guests.
• Kauna'oa Bar & Grill
• Hau Tree
• Sunday Brunch
• Tuesday & Friday Lu'au
• Number 3 Restaurant at the Mauna Kea Golf Clubhouse

Named for the famous Muana Kea signature hole, which was also made famous by the Big Three (Palmer, Player and Nicklaus), this is the place to enjoy a high-quality lunch fare in a lovely setting off the first tee and practice facilities. The menu is a real treat with some of the most creative gourmet sandwich, burger, salad and pizza offerings you'll find anywhere in the Aloha State. The bad news is that the hours are limited to 11am-2:30pm, which makes timing lunch quite difficult, so plan accordingly. Pupus and beverage service carries on till 5pm. Reservations are not necessary. 808.882-581

Also featuring two great off-resort restaurants with 20% off discounts and an additional venue on the Mana Kea Resort offering 18% off (food & non-alcoholic beverages) for GOLFHAWAIICARD subscribers...
 
 
KAWAIHAE HARBOR
Blue Dragon Coastal Cuisine & Musicquarium (20% off)
The most creative and festive dining experience on The Big Island, and perhaps all of Hawaii, resides at Blue Dragon Coastal Cuisine & Musiquarium (aka Blue Dragon Restaurant & Spa), the first commercial entity on the right side of Kawaihae Road just before the village at Kawaihae Harbor. This place will knock your socks off. The food is very good and there is a considerable variety of fare with some real value; the entire staff always delivers perky, attentive service; the space design is unique and features al fresco dining throughout—whether in the main dining room or the lanai; and the high-quality nightly live music is just joyous. Blue Dragon delivers on every level and is a ‘can’t miss’ for multiple visits during your stay. Open Thu-Sun nights only. Be sure to call for reservations: 808.882.7771.
 

WAIMEA TOWN (Kamuela)
Red Water Cafe (20% off)
Accomplished Chef/Owner David Abrahams has crafted a dining experience and menu that creatively synergizes Pacific Rim Cuisine and Hawaii Regional Cuisine with the multi-cultural offerings of Asia, especially Japan. The delightful lunch menu is a real bargain and varies considerably from the dinner menu, so be sure to make at least two visits. Abrahams’ dinner menu, which includes a sushi menu, should be highly attractive to almost any comer with a host of culinary options and large portions for great family-style dining for those who like to share and sample. Located at 65-1299 Kawaihae Road on the right side (coming up from the harbor) in the old Edelweiss building, Red Water Café is open Monday through Friday for lunch from 12N to 2:30P. Open daily for dinner from 5:00P to 9:00P. Dinner reservations are recommended: 808.885-9299.

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MAKALEI GOLF CLUB
One-day unlimited golf before 11am: $59
One-day unlimited golf after 11am:
$49
Two days unlimited golf anytime:
$98    includes $10 gift card       
Three days unlimited golf anytime: $135    includes $20 gift card 
Each additional day anytime: $49
Includes shared cart and 20% apparel discount
These rates good through Jan. 31, 2014
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 325-6625

One-day unlimited golf before 12N: $59
One-day unlimited golf after 12N:
$49
Two days unlimited golf anytime:
$98    includes $10 gift card
      
Three days unlimited golf anytime: $135    includes $20 gift card 
Each additional day anytime: $49
Includes shared cart and 20% apparel discount
These rates good Feb. 1, 2014 through Jan. 31, 2015


HAPUNA PRINCE GOLF COURSE at Mauna Kea
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 good through Jan. 31, 2014
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 880-3000

One-day unlimited golf before 11am: $80
One-day unlimited golf after 11am: $65
Includes shared cart, range balls and 20% apparel discount
These rates good Feb. 1, 2014 through Jan. 31, 2015

MAUNA KEA GOLF COURSE
in a program with Hapuna Prince Golf Course
Two days unlimited golf anytime:    $195 (1-Day: Mauna Kea/1 Day: Hapuna)
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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*** From Dec. 15 through Apr. 20, Mauna Kea GC tee times are limited

to after 11:00 AM : *** No restrictions apply at Hapuna Prince GC.
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Includes shared cart, range balls and 20% apparel discount
Purchase of Mauna Kea golf programs must be made at Hapuna Prince Pro Shop!
These rates good through Jan. 31, 2014
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 880-3000

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)
Six days unlimited golf anytime:     $500 (3 Days: Mauna Kea/3 Days: Hapuna)
 SPECIAL (Apr. 20-Dec. 15):
Two days unlimited golf anytime:    $195 (1-Day: Mauna Kea/1 Day: Hapuna)
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*** From Dec. 15 through Apr. 20, Mauna Kea GC tee times are limited

to after 11:00 AM : *** No restrictions apply at Hapuna Prince GC.
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Includes shared cart, range balls and 20% apparel discount
Purchase of Mauna Kea golf programs must be made at Hapuna Prince Pro Shop!
These rates good Feb. 1, 2014 through Jan. 31, 2015

WAIKOLOA BEACH RESORT GOLF (Beach and 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

These rates good through Jan. 31, 2014
90-day tee times - Phone: 1-877-924-5656

Two days unlimited golf anytime: $185
Three days unlimited golf anytime:
$250
Each additional day unlimited golf anytime:
$80

Includes shared cart and range balls.
Check-in for both courses now only at the Kings' Clubhouse
 

These rates good Feb. 1, 2014 through Jan. 31, 2015

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 now through Jan. 31, 2015
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 883-9621

WAIMEA COUNTRY CLUB & KONA COUNTRY CLUB
It was with great sadness that we acknowledged the shuttering of Waimea Country Club in June of 2102. The course was both blessed and cursed by its location in the highlands about seven miles above Waimea. Maintaining a golf operation is quite expensive, especially in Hawaii, and location and weather play a key role in attracting steady, sustainable business. Regretfully, the course is unlikely to ever re-open.

As of the end of March 2013, the Kona Country Club closed its Ocean Course for renovations. The course is supposed to have a new irrigation system installed and is tentatively scheduled to reopen during Spring 2014. However, to the best of our knowledge, there has been little accomplished thus far. Management thought the closing of the Ocean Course would drive more business to their less popular Mountain Course, but such was not the case, and on June 9, 2013, the course hosted its final rounds of golf. It appears the Mountain Course (aka Ali'i Course) may well be shuttered permanently.
 

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Darrin Gee's "SPIRIT OF GOLF" Academy (NEW & IMPROVED RATES)
at the Hapuna Prince Golf Course or Makalei Golf Club
ONE GHC Holder
$129
(SAVE up to $121)
TWO GHC Holders
$238
(SAVE up to $262)
THREE GHC Holders
$327
(SAVE up to $423)
FOUR GHC Holders
$396
(SAVE up to $604)

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, 2014
Phone: (808) 887-6800 • Toll-free: 1-866-465-3433
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ANNOUNCING THE NEWEST ADDITION TO OUR GREAT BIG ISLAND PROGRAM...

What does the golf traveler like almost as much as golf? The answer is always... a good massage. So, we hunted for something that could fulfill the dream and deliver some great treatments at an affordable price.

BLUE DRAGON BODYWORK

Just three minutes from the entrance to Mauna Kea and Hapuna, and nine minutes from Waikoloa, the immaculate Blue Dragon Bodywork facility at the unique Blue Dragon Coastal Cuisine & Musiquarium near Kawaihae Harbor features two treatment rooms, and a pleasant waiting room. Our multi-day packages are the ideal prescription for bodily bliss and feel good frivolity. 

                                             See our all-new and reduced pricing!

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GOLF & GO
An exclusive HawaiiGolfDeals’ GOLFHAWAIICARD program
TWO-DAY PROGRAM with the following treatments:
• Two in-spa SPECIALTY GOLF MASSAGES
• Two ADD-ON TREATMENTS (Choose: Mini-Facial • Foot Reflexology • Hot Stones)
• SPA GIFT
Two 60-minute massages: $159 with GOLFHAWAIICARD (+4.167% tax & gratuities)
Two 75-minute massages: $189 with GOLFHAWAIICARD (+4.167% tax & gratuities)
Two 90-minute massages: $219 with GOLFHAWAIICARD (+4.167% tax & gratuities)
“Golf & Go” may also be split in half between two persons.
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TANTALIZING TWOSOMES
An exclusive HawaiiGolfDeals’ GOLFHAWAIICARD program for couples
TWO-DAY PROGRAM with the following treatments:
• One 90-minute in-spa BLUE DRAGON SUPREME for her

• One 90-minute in-spa SPECIALTY GOLF MASSAGE for him
(Includes Hot Stones or Foot Reflexology)
• Two 60-minute (back-to-back) in-room OR (same-time) in-spa MASSAGES

(Four total sessions, if all treatments are in-spa)
• SPA GIFT for her

$368 per-couple with GOLFHAWAIICARD (+4.167% tax & gratuities)

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GOLF’S NOT MY THING
An exclusive HawaiiGolfDeals’ GOLFHAWAIICARD program for non-golfers
FOUR-DAY PROGRAM with the following treatments:
• One 120-minute in-spa BLUE DRAGON SUPREME
• One 75-minute in-spa customized MASSAGE or BODY TREATMENT
• One 90-minute ROCK & ROLL (“Hot Stone”) MASSAGE TREATMENT
• Three 20-minute in-spa INFRARED SAUNA SESSIONS
• One 90-minute in-room customized MASSAGE TREATMENT
• SPA GIFT
$448 with GOLFHAWAIICARD (+4.167% tax & gratuities)

FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 808.882.7791 or E-MAIL BlueDragonSpa@gmail.com
Spa Hours: 10:00A-6:00P • 24-hour cancellation policy for all packages
On premises: Treatment Rms/Waiting Rm with wi-fi/Infrared Sauna/Blue Dragon Restaurant
Recommended gratuities:
Full treatments—$15-$20 for 60 minutes; $20-$25 for 75 minutes; $25-$30 for 90 minutes


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


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

The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course is a non-resort affiliated gem designed by the late 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!

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
Three days unlimited golf anytime: $195
Includes shared cart &amp range balls 
Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2014  
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 873-0422

One-day unlimited golf before 11am Feb. 1-Mar. 31: $89
One-day unlimited golf after 11am
Feb. 1-Mar. 31: $79
One-day unlimited golf before 11am Apr. 1-Dec. 19: $79
One-day unlimited golf after 11am
Apr. 1-Dec. 19: $69
Two days unlimited golf anytime/all year: $138
Three days unlimited golf anytime/all year: $195
Includes shared cart &amp range balls 
Posted rates good through Feb. 1, 2014 through Jan. 31, 2015 

HawaiiGolfDeals will still be offering a Maui GOLFHAWAIICARD for only $10.95 for use as often as you like at The Dunes.

We are currently negotiating to add courses to our Maui GOLFHAWAIICARD program for 2014.

There will basically be TWO WAYS to book multiple Maui golf courses...
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MAUI THREE-PLAY GOLF BUNDLES A program where you purchase three-round bundles of golf  (restrictions apply)

Using our Shop HawaiiGolfDeals online shopping cart, golfers may access a variety of THREE-PLAY BUNDLES.


Here are the best 2014 deals to play Kapalua that be be found anywhere...

SPECIAL THREE-PLAY KAPALUA BUNDLE
Now through March 31, 2014
One round at each course
Kapalua Plantation Golf Course
Kapalua Bay Golf Course
The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course
Kapalua Resort guest:  
             $465 per-golfer including all taxes (anytime)

Off-resort guest:  
             $535 per-golfer including all taxes (after 10:30AM)
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April 1 through December 19, 2014
Kapalua Plantation Golf Course
Kapalua Bay Golf Course
The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course
Kapalua Resort guest:  
             $439 per-golfer including all taxes (unlimited golf anytime)
Off-resort guest:  
             $459 per-golfer including all taxes (one-round daily after 11:00AM)
Nobody Beats HawaiiGolfDeals at Kapalua! Period.
 And please be forewarned: Others do not include HI sales tax until you give them your credit card information. Never buy from those who do not disclose all the facts. Many of these companies also have no track record and have been in business for only a few months.

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Golf via these bundles must commence after 11:00AM and play is restricted to April 1 through December 19. Shared power cart is always included. You may purchase and combine as many of these bundles as you have time and budget to utilize. There are no substitutions or changes that can be made to these bundles and they must be purchased online via Shop HawaiiGolfDeals. Hawaii sales tax is included in the pricing. No hidden fees whatsoever! 

More "Best in the Business" RATES COMING SOON!

Bundle M13134G
Kapalua Plantation GC
Wailea Old Blue GC
The Dunes at Maui Lani GC

$_________

Bundle
M13234G
Kapalua Bay GC
Wailea Old Blue GC
The Dunes at Maui Lani GC 

$_________                  

Bundle
M13345G
Wailea Old Blue GC
The Dunes at Maui Lani GC
Pukalani CC

$_________ 
 
Bundle
M13445G
The Dunes at Maui Lani GC(2x)
Pukalani CC

$_________ 
 
Bundle
M13445G
Pukalani CC (2x)
The Dunes at Maui Lani GC

$_________ 

 
                       Click here to purchase Maui golf bundles via Shop HawaiiGolfDeals

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PACKAGED GOLF on MAUI
A program where any number of rounds of golf (minimum of three) at our participating courses is packaged with lodging and Alamo vehicle, or just a vehicle

HawaiiGolfDeals will quote as many rounds of golf as you would like to play throughout the calendar year. Some restrictions may apply.

For packages which include lodging and Alamo vehicle, a minimum of three nights lodging, three days of vehicle rental and three rounds of golf are required.

For packages which include Alamo vehicle (with no lodging), a minimum of four days of vehicle rental and three rounds of golf are required.



You may also book five rounds of golf with no vehicle or lodging.
 

                Click here to fill out and submit our "Packaged Golf on Maui" Request Form 

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HGD KAPALUA VILLAS 2014 PROGRAM

In 2014, we are featuring unbeatable and unique packages at The Kapalua Villas, as we have since 1998.

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 other fine Maui courses)
  • Many extras
Click here to visit our exclusive Kapalua Villas packages

Nobody beats us!


A NOTE ABOUT COURSE CLOSURES ON MAUI
Since 2007, there have been three major resort courses shuttered on Maui—Kapalua Village GC (2007), Makena South GC (2008) and Makena GC [aka Makena North GC] (April 1, 2013). Certainly, these closings have occurred due to a lack of local and visitor golfers, but there are many other factors that led to their demise. 

Unlike most businesses that cater to the public, golf course developers are notorious for building courses without regard to demographics. Costco, Safeway and mall developers study the ebb and flow of population and examine competitive sets with a keen eye. Not so for golf courses. In actuality, there is not a 36-hole facility in Hawaii that wouldn't have been better off with a 27-hole layout and an aggressive plan for utilization. Furthermore, Hawaii golf courses, for the most part, have a pricing strategy that does not consider softening prices in a down economy or creating marketing synergies that peak consumer interest with real and perceived value in a manner conducive to attracting on-going and repeat business. Mismanagement has also been a serious issue.


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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 compelling privately owned, daily fee golf courses. 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 
One-day unlimited golf anytime: $82       
Two days unlimited golf anytime:
$141    
Includes shared cart, range balls & 20% apparel discount
Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2015
90-day tee times - Phone: 1-888-868-3387 & (808) 441-4653

One-day unlimited golf before 12N: $85  
One-day unlimited golf after 12N: $65     
Two days unlimited golf anytime:
$145    
Includes shared cart, range balls & 20% apparel discount
Posted rates good Feb. 1, 2014 through Jan. 31, 2015

HAWAII PRINCE GOLF CLUB
AT EWA BEACH
One-day unlimited golf before 11am: $79   
One-day unlimited golf after 11am::
$69    

Two days unlimited golf anytime:
$135       
Includes shared cart, range balls & 20% apparel discount
Posted rates good now through Jan. 31, 2015
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 944-4567

ROYAL KUNIA COUNTRY CLUB
One-day unlimited golf anytime: $78
Two days unlimited golf anytime:
$125
Includes shared cart, range balls & 15% apparel discount
 
Posted rates good now through Jan. 31, 2015
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 
These rates good through Jan. 31, 2014  
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 247-7088

One-day unlimited golf before 11am: $79
One-day unlimited golf after 11am: $69
Two days unlimited golf: $129 
Includes shared cart, range balls & 20% apparel discount 
These rates good Feb. 1, 2014 through Jan. 31, 2015



 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. Over the past several years, there have been as many as 45 resort holes closed concurrently. In 2012, the last of the 18 hole layouts reopened leaving nine resort holes shuttered forever, according to the operator. Unfortunately, the island's golf properties offer very little value to visitors seeking wall-to-wall golf. Their terrific municipal course is worthwhile on weekdays. We would have to say that Kauai is a charming island to visit for a very short stay. Our advice is plan a visit for 3-5 days and then head to The Big Island, Maui or Oahu for some real golf action and exceptional value. 

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—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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MORE IMPORTANT WARNINGS

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 NO ADDED-VALUES AND HIGHER PRICES!

No other entity can beat HawaiiGolfDeals. Period. But the Internet scam artists try to convince you they have the better deals. Frankly, they're NOT EVEN CLOSE! Do they offer better prices, unlimited golf, range balls, apparel discounts and 90-day tee times? Not a chance. No way!


BEWARE OF A TOKEN DISCOUNT!


“Pretenders” love to claim what is nothing more than a token discount. If you’re looking for $15 off a “retail” rate of $195 for a round of golf or $10 off a $135 retail—some pretenders may have it. In fact, they promote it like it’s something they heavily negotiated. But, that same token discount is usually available through the hotel you're staying at, or by telling the golf staff where you are staying, or even just by simply asking. Some courses, not in our program, will even give you a standard discount just by showing your GOLFHAWAIICARD. How can it hurt to ask?


BEWARE OF AERATION RATES MASQUERADING FOR REAL VALUE

The pretenders are awesome when it comes to misleading golfers. They even use special rates they are given for the 14 days following aeration to sell at low prices without exactly explaining what is going on. Of course, this means they conveniently leave out the fact that these are aeration rates. Don't fall prey to this kind of marketing (and don't say we didn't warn you)!


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


The Internet scam artists grab unsuspecting golf travelers by promoting one thing and immediately trying to switch you to another. HawaiiGolfDeals appalls this classic bait and switch. We don’t offer every course in Hawaii. We are only interested in REAL VALUE. 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 and/or service justifies the greens fee or is up to our standards. Our tens of thousands of repeat customers can attest to that.


BEWARE OF TEE TIME SERVICES!


Tee time services are a totally unwarranted expense and completely unnecessary in Hawaii. Hawaii’s golf courses have loads 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, you will receive your personalized GOLFHAWAIICARD, a newsletter and a Rate Card, which contains the phone numbers (toll-free whenever available) for every participating course in our program. With your GOLFHAWAIICARD, you can book tee times up to 90 days prior to the day you intend to visit the course and can make a tee time best suited for your party. Since 1994, we have NEVER had a cardholder who could not get a tee time that was satisfactory. We have never once even had a complaint.




BEWARE OF COMPANIES WHO USE OUR NAME IN THEIR AD LEADS: "HAWAII GOLF DEALS"

This tactic of confusing the consumer is a huge problem in Internet marketing. And it is becoming more prevalent. We have taken legal action to protect our good name and your ability to discern between the rogues and thieves. HawaiiGolfDeals is a quality company with a long and honorable track record. If you see our name in their ad lead, help put a thief out of business by leaving their website. Which leads us into this final warning...


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


On most websites, there is an ABOUT US page. If none is there, or there is one—but no individuals are standing behind the product(s)—be very wary and depart the site immediately. Those who purport to offer Hawaii golf discounts and golf packages and DO NOT tell you anything about themselves, clearly do not want you to know some very important information. On the other hand, please visit and read our ABOUT US. Since 1994, we stand behind what we sell and are very proud of it. Here on HawaiiGolfDeals.com, you can reach any of us via our online CONTACT US options, plus toll-free numbers to call.



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



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