$499—Hawaii: Big Island escape w/flights

Hawaii's Big Island conjures up visions of swaying grass skirts, breezy palm trees and rolling waves. It's quintessential Hawaiian vibes, just at a slightly slower pace than other islands. On this 3-night vacation, you'll relax and admire diverse ecosystems.

What's included:

• Roundtrip flights to Kona from the continental U.S.
• 3 nights at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa
• Waived resort fee (normally $41.29 per night)
  • This grants access to complimentary cultural activities, poolside refreshments, outdoor games, yoga, paddleboard rentals and more

When to go: Travel in December–March (varies by city). Spring and summer trips are also on sale.

3-night per-person pricing:

• $499 … Los Angeles, San Francisco
• $599 … San Diego, Seattle
• $649 … Las Vegas, Oakland, Phoenix
• $699 … Denver, Salt Lake City
• $799 … Atlanta, Chicago (ORD), Dallas, Minneapolis
• $899 … Houston

5-night per-person pricing:

• $949 … Boston; Washington, D.C.
• $999 … New York (JFK), Newark, Miami
  

About the resort: Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa recently completed a $60 million renovation, completely refreshing guest rooms and public spaces. Relax beside an oceanfront pool with a twisty waterslide. Learn about Hawaiian heritage at one, or all, of the included daily cultural activities held on site.

Customize your stay: Upgrade to an Oceanview Room starting from +$150 per person. You'll also get a cabana rental (once per stay) and access to the Voyager 47 Club Lounge, which includes daily breakfast, among other perks. Longer trips are also available. Or, visit two islands on one trip by adding time on O'ahu, starting at $999 per person.