Susan G. Komen for the Cure ‘Travel Pink’ packages in Oahu, Hawaii

As if beaches and waterfalls, “velvety-green mountain palisades” and $12 shrimp plates weren’t dishy enough reasons to visit Oahu, Hawaii, how about this: Stay in a hotel partnering with the Oahu Visitors Bureau for its “Travel Pink! Travel Oahu” promotion, and you can luxuriate while supporting the fight for a breast-cancer cure. This travel program is a benefit for nonprofit organization Susan G. Komen for the Cure, and here are just a few of the “pink” packages being offered by hotels partnering with the organization:

Aqua resorts: Book three nights at any of Aqua’s six hotels, and under the “Pamper Me Pink” package, you’ll receive, a 60-minute massage and a “health-and-wellness” bag. The package starts at $136 per night (pre-tax), and a portion of proceeds from your stay will be donated to Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

When: Valid now through Dec. 31, 2008.

Contact: Aqua Hotels and Resorts, (866) 406-2782

Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa: This hotel, which is making a donation to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, is offering a wellness-oriented package with the following goodies: yoga mat, tote bag decorated with a breast cancer ribbon, a breast cancer awareness bracelet and cloisonné pin, a $20 spa discount coupon and 20% off lunch at Rainbow Lanai restaurant. Rates start at $229 per night (pre-tax); a three-night minimum stay is required. The promotion code is “P0.”

When: Valid for stays now through Dec. 20, 2008.

Contact: Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa, (800) 445-8667

Waikiki Parc Hotel: For three-night stays starting at $999 (pre-tax), the “My Place Waikiki Escape Package” includes daily breakfast for two; a $150 dining credit at Nobu Waikiki; a bottle of wine; and a choice of a 60-minute spa treatment, a surfing lesson or 24 hours with a sporty Lotus. Also, if you stay here during October, a portion of the proceeds from your stay will be contributed to the Komen foundation.

When: Valid now through Dec. 20, 2008.

Contact: Waikiki Parc Hotel, (800) 422-0450

Halekulani: This hotel’s “Travel Pink Getaway Package” includes, along with accommodations, “pink” welcome cocktails and two 55-minute facials or body scrubs. Rates start at $670 per night (pre-tax), with a two-night minimum. As with the Waikiki Parc, if you stay at the Halekulani during October, a portion of the proceeds from your stay will be contributed to the Komen foundation.

When: Valid now through Dec. 22, 2008.

Contact: Halekulani,  (800) 367-2343

- Susan Derby, Special to the Los Angeles Times

[Photo: Waikiki Beach; Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times]

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