You can find cheap accommodations, like camping and cabin rentals, in Hawaii's state parks.
The sandy beaches and year-round tropical weather of the Hawaiian islands attract hoards of tourists from all over the world. Hawaii is home to many natural wonders, such as active volcanoes, cascading waterfalls, lush jungles and exotic wildlife. Although Hawaii may seem like a luxurious, extravagant vacation destination, you can travel to Hawaii on the cheap with a little flexibility and research.
Instructions
1. Use travel periods instead of exact dates when planning a trip to Hawaii. Airfare is less expensive if you are willing to travel on off dates or in the middle of the week. When you are looking for your plane tickets, expand your search to include up to one week before and after your planned departure date to find some lower fares and special deals. Book your trip at least one month and up to four months in advance to get better airfares.
2. Log on to the Internet and search for travel websites to find the best hotel rates. As of 2010, many airlines offer a lowest-fare guarantee on official websites. Hotel room rates vary significantly between websites. Use search engines that include multiple travel agencies to find special deals and rates on hotel rooms.
3. Seek package deals. Many travel agencies, websites and airlines offer package deals that include airfare, hotel and rental cars. These deals often offer one-week vacations between $1000 and $2000, depending on the package type and time of year.
4. Travel off season. The best times to travel to Hawaii are from mid-April to mid-June or from September to mid-December when hotel rates and airfares are reduced. Many hotels in Hawaii also are open to rate bargaining during these low-volume periods. Hawaii's high season is during the dead of winter and the peak of summer.
5. Camp or rent cabins in Hawaii's state parks for cheap lodging in a beautiful setting. As of November 2010, cabins can be rented for as little as $90, and screened-in A-frame camping shelters cost $50. Camping fees start at $18 per night if you bring your own equipment.
6. Eat cheap. Hawaii is home to a wide variety of affordable and delicious island restaurants and unique, tasty food carts. Hawaii offers numerous restaurants where locals dine for under $20. Affordable places to eat include burger joints, seafood diners and pizza parlors, just to name a few.
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