Knowing that our room wouldn't be ready for a while, I made brunch reservations for our day of arrival on Maui. Wanting to try something new this time, I chose SixtyTwo MarcKet in Wailuku for our first meal on-island. … [Read more...] about Review: SixtyTwo MarcKet Wailuku Brunch
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The 2022 Hyatt Award Chart Changes in Hawaii
Hyatt gave us a lovely Valentine's gift in the form of an all-new award category level. So let's take a look at and discuss the 2022 Hyatt award charge changes in Hawaii and beyond. … [Read more...] about The 2022 Hyatt Award Chart Changes in Hawaii
No Booster Requirement for Hawaii Safe Travels
Despite stating he'd make the change just weeks ago, Governor David Ige now says no booster requirement for Hawaii Safe Travels. In fact, the entire program is at risk of shutting down prematurely. … [Read more...] about No Booster Requirement for Hawaii Safe Travels
Review: National Car Rental Kahului
For this trip to Maui, I chose to get our car from National Car Rental Kahului. The overall experience was similar to that of Vegas, only there was no shortage here, though the car I ended up with wasn't as good as the one I had in Sin City. … [Read more...] about Review: National Car Rental Kahului
Makapuu Lighthouse Trail Closes for 3 Days
The incredibly popular Makapuu Lighthouse trail closes for 3 days this week for deep maintenance. And while the hiking trail is closed, the entire area isn't off-limits. Here's what you need to know. … [Read more...] about Makapuu Lighthouse Trail Closes for 3 Days
Herringbone Waikiki Revisited
When we figured out we wouldn't be running the Honolulu Marathon Start to the Park, we decided to do the exact opposite. That gave me the chance to do a Herringbone Waikiki revisited post, as they recently reopened under new management. … [Read more...] about Herringbone Waikiki Revisited
Review: Queensbreak Restaurant
During our most recent stay at the Waikiki Beach Marriott, we were given a credit for the hotel's newest eatery - the Queensbreak Restaurant. Wanting to maximize the value of this stay, we decided to go check them out for pupus and cocktails. … [Read more...] about Review: Queensbreak Restaurant
Visiting the Hawaiian Shochu Company
You all know I'm a fan of Hawaiian wine and Agricole-style rum. But, Hawaii's homegrown adult beverage industry is more diverse than that - you just have to know where to look. So that's how we found ourselves visiting the Hawaiian Shochu Company. … [Read more...] about Visiting the Hawaiian Shochu Company
Honolulu Mayor Implements Laughable New Restriction
It's no secret that Mayor Rick Blangiardi is vehemently against many pandemic control measures. Yet, Hawaii is amid its worst surge ever. So, the Honolulu Mayor implements a laughable new restriction in an attempt to appease naysayers. But, really, who is he kidding? … [Read more...] about Honolulu Mayor Implements Laughable New Restriction
Review: Waikiki Beach Marriott Deluxe Suite
Of all the times I've stayed at the Waikiki Beach Marriott, I've never gotten a room larger than a Jr Suite. But that all changed during my recent stay, which was great! So let's talk about the Waikiki Beach Marriott Deluxe Suite since there really isn't much information about it out there. … [Read more...] about Review: Waikiki Beach Marriott Deluxe Suite