Search engine Kayak's new "hacker fares"

FARE FINDERS The online search engine Kayak recently introduced "hacker fares," which pairs two one-way fares on two separate airlines in an effort to help travelers get the best bang for their buck. -- The Washington Post

HAWAII Alaska Airlines is doubling its service from California's Bay Area to Kauai and the Big Island with flights seven days a week. The airline plans to begin daily, nonstop service from Oakland and San Jose to Lihue and Kona on March 12 with introductory one-way fares of $179. -- AP