The Honolulu Airport concession workers are on strike, shutting down virtually all food and beverage vendors at the airport during one of the busiest travel times of the year. … [Read more...] about Honolulu Airport Concession Workers Are on Strike
2019 In-Flight Food Nutrition Ratings
The Diet Detective does an annual study on the healthfulness of airline catering. And, in its 2019 in-flight food nutrition ratings, Alaska Airline scored among the best, while Hawaiian came in near the bottom. … [Read more...] about 2019 In-Flight Food Nutrition Ratings
The Maui Sugar Cane Train is in Trouble Again
Not long ago, the Sugar Cane Train made a rather ominous statement. And now, it's confirmed that the Maui Sugar Cane Train is in trouble again. Plus, we now know why and what the owners are doing to try to save it. … [Read more...] about The Maui Sugar Cane Train is in Trouble Again
The World of Hyatt is Devaluing Again
Undoubtedly, all of you have already know that the World of Hyatt is devaluing again. But if you don't, let's briefly go over what's changed and what I think of those changes. … [Read more...] about The World of Hyatt is Devaluing Again
Why I Got the Amex Hilton Honors Surpass
I've had the Amex Hilton Honors card for a little while now, since it was good enough for me at the time of application. But, recently I decided to get another Amex Hilton card. So here's why I got the Amex Hilton Honors Surpass card. … [Read more...] about Why I Got the Amex Hilton Honors Surpass
Meridia at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
For our second and final dinner on the Big Island, I chose to make reservations at Meridia at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort, which is the hotel's signature restaurant. … [Read more...] about Meridia at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
Book Hotels Through Ultimate Rewards Instead of Transferring
The normal rule of thumb is to transfer your Ultimate Rewards points to the partner(s) of your choice, right? Well, here's why you should book hotels through Ultimate Rewards instead of transferring your points. … [Read more...] about Book Hotels Through Ultimate Rewards Instead of Transferring
Dominique Crenn Eschews Meat + Jiro Gets Delisted
The past month has been interesting in the world of fine dining. First, we learn that Dominique Crenn eschews meat in all her restaurants. Then, we learn Sukiyabashi Jiro gets delisted from the Michelin Guide. … [Read more...] about Dominique Crenn Eschews Meat + Jiro Gets Delisted
Kona Cookies and Shopping at KTA Super Store
Following our adventures at Big Island Bees, Mrs. Island Miler and I made our way back to Kona to get some Kona Cookies. Also, we got some lunch and did a little shopping at the KTA Super Store in Waikoloa. … [Read more...] about Kona Cookies and Shopping at KTA Super Store
Happy Thanksgiving from Hawaii 2019!
Well, another year has come and gone yet again. So, I'd like to wish you all Happy Thanksgiving from Hawaii 2019 and thank you all for continuing to read my island-centric takes on all things travel. … [Read more...] about Happy Thanksgiving from Hawaii 2019!