Kauai (October 27 - November 4th, 2012)

As the expiration date of a free airline ticket was approaching, we put some thought towards a fall destination that would provide both sunshine and hiking: Kauai, Hawaii. Combined with other discounts (airline MVP status to check two bags at no cost, name-your-price auto rental via Priceline, credit card points for the hotel, $25 gas card incentive for riding the bus, etc.) we were able to piece this wonderful vacation together at surprisingly little cost.