As I mentioned during my Royal Weekend Staycation introduction post, I mentioned my stay at the Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort. It's someplace I didn't think I would stay at. But, thanks to my lack of travel due to the pandemic and great kama'aina rates, I finally pulled the trigger. … [Read more...] about Review: Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort
Review: Hawaiian Crown Cafe (Waikiki)
During our recent staycation at the Waikiki Beach Marriott, we chose not to get breakfast on-property. However, the choices didn't look that great. So, we decided to head over to Hawaiian Crown Cafe to give their acai bowl a try and grab some goodies. … [Read more...] about Review: Hawaiian Crown Cafe (Waikiki)
Waikiki Beach Marriott Revisited
Since last year, I've been looking forward to doing a Waikiki Beach Marriott revisited staycation to check out their newly renovated rooms. And, recently, I got to do just that. Of course, staying in Waikiki these days is a far different experience than before. But, I must say, I am a fan of the Marriott's new rooms. … [Read more...] about Waikiki Beach Marriott Revisited
Chase is Discontinuing the Original Freedom
Recently, Chase surprised us all by launching the new Freedom Flex and updated Freedom Unlimited cards. And now, we're learning that Chase is discontinuing the original Freedom card. … [Read more...] about Chase is Discontinuing the Original Freedom
Chase Gives 10x Points on Marriott, Kills Reserve 5x
Well, I guess the Sapphire Reserve dining bonus was too good to be true. But, at least they're now giving us a massive bonus on other cards. Yup, that's right, Chase is giving 10x points on Marriott cards for certain purchases. … [Read more...] about Chase Gives 10x Points on Marriott, Kills Reserve 5x
Sapphire Reserve Earns 5x Points on Dining
This past weekend, I went to one of my favorite hole-in-the-wall restaurants for some takeout. And, when my charge posted to my account, I found out that the Sapphire Reserve earns 5x points on dining right now! … [Read more...] about Sapphire Reserve Earns 5x Points on Dining
Mazda CX-5 Rental at Alamo PDX
Unfortunately, Portland doesn't have a Silvercar branch, so I decided to rent with Alamo. And, despite the plethora of negative reviews, I really enjoyed my Mazda CX-5 rental at Alamo PDX. … [Read more...] about Mazda CX-5 Rental at Alamo PDX
My Best Flight Ever – AS 798 HNL to PDX
No, my best flight ever wasn't some aspirational flight in a first class suite. It was actually a last-minute, red-eye flight in the very back of a Boeing 737 traveling from Honolulu to Portland with Alaska Airlines. … [Read more...] about My Best Flight Ever – AS 798 HNL to PDX
Chase Freedom Q3 2020 Bonus Categories
Well, after losing nearly an entire quarter to COVID-19, the world is now a different place. And, I'm pretty sure many new habits are here to stay. So, let's talk about the Chase Freedom Q3 2020 bonus categories (which are awesome!). … [Read more...] about Chase Freedom Q3 2020 Bonus Categories
Review: Arsenal Smart Camera Assistant
I've always been interested in timelapse photography, but don't really have the patience to do it on my own. So, I decided to give the Arsenal Smart Camera Assistant a try. And, it works - sort of. … [Read more...] about Review: Arsenal Smart Camera Assistant