My flights from San Antonio back home represented a lot of firsts for me once again. Like my outbound flights, I'd once again be on a mix of American and American Eagle. And for my first flight from San Antonio, I found myself on an American Eagle CRJ900. … [Read more...] about American Eagle CRJ900 SAT-PHX
American Airlines HNL-LAX A321H
Recently I had to travel to San Antonio on business. There isn't much to write about, so I'm not going to do a full trip report. But, I will share my flight and hotel reviews, and talk about some food too. To begin my journey, though, I found myself on an American Airlines HNL-LAX flight. … [Read more...] about American Airlines HNL-LAX A321H
Amex SPG 35000 Point Bonus Last Chance
There's now doubt that Starpoints are among the most valuable rewards currencies around. You can, of course, redeem them for Starwood awards stays, but you can also transfer them to Marriott Rewards. Better yet? Transfer 25000 to participating airline programs, and receive a 5000 mile bonus. So when a great deal to earn more of them comes around, you take advantage of it if … [Read more...] about Amex SPG 35000 Point Bonus Last Chance
Chase Freedom Q2 2017 Bonus Activation
We're halfway through March, which also means the first quarter of 2017 is coming to a close. Of course a new quarter means a new bonus category! So don't forget to activate your Chase Freedom Q2 2017 bonus! … [Read more...] about Chase Freedom Q2 2017 Bonus Activation
Review: Renaissance Seattle Hotel
On our journey home from our Big Apple Adventure, we had a 21 hour layover in Seattle. And to rest our heads that night, I chose the Renaissance Seattle Hotel. … [Read more...] about Review: Renaissance Seattle Hotel
Award Travel on Hawaiian Airlines
Residents of Hawaii are largely loyal to Hawaiian Airlines. It comes as no surprise, then, that the Hawaiian Airlines World Elite MasterCard is one of the most common cards in the island. But even if you insist on flying Hawaiian, there are other ways to earn Award Travel on Hawaiian Airlines. … [Read more...] about Award Travel on Hawaiian Airlines
ShopMyWay No Longer Marriott Partner
Marriott Rewards is one of the best earn and burn hotel loyalty programs around. The points aren't particularly valuable, but they're easy to earn. And one of the best way to earn points has been through the ShopMyWay Mall. But not anymore. … [Read more...] about ShopMyWay No Longer Marriott Partner
Chase Freedom 10% Cash Back March 2017
The Chase Freedom is one of the most popular rewards cards available today. It is one of the first of its kind, and though an older product now, it its still very relevant. And to keep things interesting, Chase occasionally runs some lucrative offers. The current lucrative, unscheduled offer is the 10% cash back March 2017 offer. … [Read more...] about Chase Freedom 10% Cash Back March 2017
Why I’m Switching from American to Alaska
I've long been loyal to American Airlines. It's the first loyalty program I've ever joined, and thus, the one I've been a member of the longest. But now, I actually try to avoid American as much as possible. In fact, I've been moving more of my flying from American to Alaska. … [Read more...] about Why I’m Switching from American to Alaska
More West Oahu Hotels are Coming
Late last year, the first hotel in the second city of Kapolei opened. The Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Oahu/Kapolei opened at the new Ka Makana Ali'i Shopping Center. But now, more West Oahu hotels are coming. … [Read more...] about More West Oahu Hotels are Coming