01 February 2013

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

UPDATED: SUN. FEB. 3, 2013 @ 1:10 pm HT


The Hawaii golf item you just can't leave home without.
 
The one and only Hawaii-exlusive golf card...



                                                     HawaiiGolfDeals'


"Your ticket to unbeatable year-round savings and unlimited Hawaii golf! "

“One of the five best golf value cards
in the nation!”
— GOLF MAGAZINE


“The #1 reason (of 18) WHY WE LOVE HAWAII!”
— FAIRWAYS & GREENS MAGAZINE


“Some of the best deals we've ever found!”
— GOLF VACATION INSIDER

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Listed below are outstanding golf values for subscribers
from
NOW through JAN. 31, 2014




 
Nobody Beats Us!


With your...
• NO GOLFPREPAYMENT 
prior to arrival at golf course
• NO BOOKING FEES
• FEW 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 *******
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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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)


Now 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...
 
 
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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 excellent and offers 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.
 
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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 and offers a host of culinary options. 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.

MAUNA KEA RESORT
Number 3 Restaurant at the Mauna Kea Golf Clubhouse (18% off)
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-3:30pm, which makes timing lunch quite difficult, so plan accordingly. Pupus and beverage service carries on till 5pm. Reservations are not necessary. 808.882-5810.

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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
Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2014
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 325-6625

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
Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2014
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 880-3000

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 Feb. 1 through Apr. 30, 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!
Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2014
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 880-3000

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

Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2014
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, 2014
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 883-9621


WAIMEA COUNTRY CLUB
It is with great sadness that we announce that, at the end of June 2012, Waimea Country Club shuttered its tees. 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.

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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...

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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, a pleasant waiting room and an infrared sauna, which is included in all our exclusive programs displayed below. Our multi-day packages are the ideal prescription for bodily bliss and feel good frivolity.

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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 20-minute in-spa INFRARED SAUNA SESSIONS

• Two ADD-ON TREATMENTS (Choose: Mini-Facial • Foot Reflexology • Hot Stones)

• SPA GIFT

Two 60-minute massages: $198 with GOLFHAWAIICARD (+4.167% tax & gratuities)

Two 75-minute massages: $238 with GOLFHAWAIICARD (+4.167% tax & gratuities)

Two 90-minute massages: $268 with GOLFHAWAIICARD (+4.167% tax & gratuities)

“Golf & Go” may also be split in half between two persons.




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
• Up to two 20-minute in-spa INFRARED SAUNA SESSIONS for him & her
(Four total sessions, if all treatments are in-spa)
• SPA GIFT for her
$398 per-couple with GOLFHAWAIICARD (+4.167% tax & gratuities)

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
$498 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  NEW!
 Includes shared cart, range balls & 20% apparel discount
Posted rates good through Jan. 31, 2014
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 873-0422

HawaiiGolfDeals will still be offering a Maui GOLFHAWAIICARD for only $12.95 for use as often as you like at The Dunes.

There will basically be TWO WAYS to book multiple Maui golf courses...
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THREE-PLAY GOLF BUNDLES on MAUI
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.

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!

Bundle 11M
Kapalua Plantation GC
Wailea Old Blue GC
The Dunes at Maui Lani GC

Bundle 12M
Kapalua Bay GC
Wailea Old Blue GC
The Dunes at Maui Lani GC                   

Bundle 13M
Wailea Old Blue GC
The Dunes at Maui Lani GC
Pukalani CC

Bundle 14M
The Dunes at Maui Lani GC(2x)
Pukalani CC

Bundle 15M
Pukalani CC (2x)
The Dunes at Maui Lani GC

                                                             BEGINNING MAR. 1, 2013...
                       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.

                                                           BEGINNING FEB. 16, 2013...
                    Click here to fill out and submit our "Packaged Golf on Maui" Request 
 


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HGD KAPALUA VILLAS 2013 PROGRAM

In 2013, we are featuring unbeatable and unique packages at The Kapalua Villas, as we have for more than a decade.

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 at the best price on the planet.  

Nobody beats us!


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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 
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, 2014
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: $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 through Jan. 31, 2014
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 through Jan. 31, 2014
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, 2014  
90-day tee times - Phone: (808) 247-7088



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. Recently, 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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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 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 andor service justifies the greens fee or is up to our standards . Our 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 satifactory. 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 honest 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 or transmit faxes.

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

This blog is intended for the express use of our subscribers, in order to keep them informed of the latest developments surrounding our GOLFHAWAIICARD program.