Family travel on points and miles
The Alaska Airlines Companion Fare, also called the Atmos Companion Fare, is one of the most valuable ways families can save on Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines flights. This benefit lets you book a second ticket for a fraction of the price, but the rules, pricing, and redemption terms can feel confusing.
This guide breaks down exactly how the Alaska Companion Fare works, how to earn it, how much you actually pay, and when it’s worth using.
For our recent trip to Oahu, we chose to stay at the Hilton Hawaiian Village, and this Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort review shares our firsthand experience at one of Waikiki’s largest and most family-friendly beachfront resorts.
In April 2021, feeling the weight of pandemic fatigue, we planned a relaxing Thanksgiving break in Hawaii, avoiding international travel. Although it was our first time in Honolulu and Oahu, we had previously visited Maui and Kauai on other trips.
Instead of packing our days with hikes and sightseeing, we focused on relaxing beach time and delicious food. This review covers what it’s like to stay at the Hilton Hawaiian Village with kids and helps families decide if this is the right place to stay in Honolulu.