* Travel + Leisure announced their 2015 World’s Best awards. The list of the top 15 Hawaii resorts is always interesting to review.
* The brand new Courtyard Oahu North Shore just opened its doors. The resort is located inland and adjacent to the Polynesian Cultural Center.
* Oahu joined the other major Hawaiian Islands in a ban on plastic checkout bags. We recommend bringing a reuseable bag with you to Hawaii.
* On the Big Island, Mauna Kea and Hapuna golf courses are offering Golfboards, which allow you to navigate the golf course as if you were on a surfboard. Learn more here.

* Hawaiian Airlines is giving away 140,000 HawaiianMiles in their Slip into Summer Sweepstakes. (Open to US residents only.)
* Aston Hotels & Resorts is giving away a 7-night stay in one of their Hawaii resorts. See the rules and enter here. (Open to US residents only.)
* Aqua is also giving away a 7-night stay. Review the contest rules and enter here. (Open to US residents only.)