Alaska Air Premium Class is a relatively new product. And, while Mrs. Island Miler and I didn't plan on flying this product on our recent flight, we did. So here's our experience flying Alaska Air Premium Class HNL-SEA. … [Read more...] about Review: Alaska Air Premium Class HNL-SEA
Changes to Hilton HHonors and Silvercar
On Monday, changes to Hilton HHonors and Silvercar were announced. Hilton's changes are rather significant, while Silvercar's change is mild but welcome. … [Read more...] about Changes to Hilton HHonors and Silvercar
Island Air CEO Reveals the Cause of Bankruptcy
In a Bankruptcy Court hearing last week, the former Island Air CEO reveals the cause of bankruptcy. And the stated reason is, well, no surprise. … [Read more...] about Island Air CEO Reveals the Cause of Bankruptcy
Chase Freedom Q1 2018 Bonus Categories
We're about mid-way through December, so its time to find out what the Chase Freedom Q1 2017 bonus categories are. And the mix of merchant types is quite different this time around. … [Read more...] about Chase Freedom Q1 2018 Bonus Categories
Goodbye Marriott Rewards Rollover Nights
On Tuesday, Marriott announced some changes via their Rewards Insider community. In summary: say goodbye Marriott Rewards rollover nights and elite buyback. … [Read more...] about Goodbye Marriott Rewards Rollover Nights
Intercontinental Moorea Hotel Review
We are behind with our blog post from our trip! Island Miler is definitely showing up the Jeffsetters! In the fall of 2015, we stayed at the Intercontinental Moorea on our second trip to French Polynesia. This is a tour and a review of our stay. … [Read more...] about Intercontinental Moorea Hotel Review
New Marriott Rewards Shopping Portal
Earlier this year, Marriott Rewards stopped offering the ability for members to earn points by shopping via an online portal. But now, a new Marriott Rewards shopping portal has been made available. … [Read more...] about New Marriott Rewards Shopping Portal
Shorebird Waikiki Reopens as Reef Bar and Market Grill
After 40 years in business, a long-time Waikiki restaurant closed its doors at the end of September. But less than a month later, Shorebird Waikiki reopens as Reef Bar and Market Grill. … [Read more...] about Shorebird Waikiki Reopens as Reef Bar and Market Grill
Holiday Inn Resort Waikiki Beachcomber is Rebranding
Heads up! The Holiday Inn Resort Waikiki Beachcomber is rebranding as an Outrigger property. … [Read more...] about Holiday Inn Resort Waikiki Beachcomber is Rebranding
Chase Freedom Q4 2017 Bonus Category
With September nearing an end, so too is Q3 2017. And finally, the Chase Freedom Q4 2017 Bonus Category has been announced. … [Read more...] about Chase Freedom Q4 2017 Bonus Category