Eat pupu in private via Ihilani service

Ko Olina » Guests in the mood for romance can now dine privately on the lanais of their own rooms or in a secluded area on the Lagoon Lawn at the JW Marriott Ihilani Resort & Spa.

"Ihilani Lanai Dining" service offers a choice between a three- or five-course menu; wine comes at an additional charge. The Lagoon Lawn option includes a personal server.

A minimum 24-hour advanced notice is required and reservations can be made online in the "Romantic Occasions" section at Ihilani.com or by calling the Concierge at 808-679-3209.

Kamaaina discount is 2 days at half off

kohala coast, Hawaii » Kamaaina can get a discount of more than 50 percent on a two-night stay at Mauna Kea Beach Hotel.

Prices start from $398 and include a mountain-view room and a choice of one round of golf, a luau dinner show or clambake dinner buffet. All offers are good for two persons. Stays can be extended and upgrades are available.

The special rate is good until Dec. 17. For more information, call 866-PRINCE-6 or visit www.MaunaKeaBeachHotel.com.