Japan reopened to visitors late last year. At the time, Hawaiian, like many airlines, restarted only certain select routes. But that's slowly changing. Case-in-point, Hawaiian is relaunching Fukuoka service, restoring Hawaii's connection to Japan's southern island, Kyushu. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian is Relaunching Fukuoka Service
Hilton Q1 2023 Promotion
Hot on the heels of Marriott's promotion announcement, the Hilton Q1 2023 promotion is now open for registration. It's a great promotion for those looking to collect Hilton Honors points. … [Read more...] about Hilton Q1 2023 Promotion
Other Hawaiian Air World Elite MC Perks
We all know the primary perks that come with Hawaiian Airlines' co-brand credit card. But did you know that there are other Hawaiian Air World Elite MC perks? Yup. Mastercard added a few of them, though Barclays doesn't market them much - if at all. … [Read more...] about Other Hawaiian Air World Elite MC Perks
Cards with Trip Delay Insurance
Recent travel struggles, including Southwest's massive meltdown and the FAA's huge ground stop last week, serve as poignant reminders that we need protection while we travel. Specifically, it's important to have Trip Delay and Cancellation/Interruption Insurance. So, here are cards with Trip Delay Insurance. … [Read more...] about Cards with Trip Delay Insurance
Ululani Shave Ice is Coming to Oahu
Fifteen years ago, Maui's most iconic shave shop made its debut. Over the years, they've expanded across the Valley Isle and, eventually, to the Big Island and California. Now, Ululani Shave Ice is coming to Oahu. … [Read more...] about Ululani Shave Ice is Coming to Oahu
Bocconcino Hawaii Pizzas
One of the new IT places to grab a bite to eat on Oahu isn't a restaurant - it's a store that just so happens to make food too. Specifically, they make sandwiches and pizzas using cheeses they make in-house. Recently, I paid my first visit to try the Bocconcino Hawaii Pizzas. … [Read more...] about Bocconcino Hawaii Pizzas
Honolulu is the 12th Most Underwhelming City in the World
Don't you hate it when you go somewhere you've been dreaming of visiting only to be let down? That's a real issue and is known as the Paris Syndrome. Unsurprisingly, Honolulu is the 12th most underwhelming city in the world. … [Read more...] about Honolulu is the 12th Most Underwhelming City in the World
The FAA Ground Stop in Hawaii
Just weeks after the colossal air travel meltdown over the holidays, another one happened earlier this week. Things got BAD. So let's discuss the FAA ground stop in Hawaii, which escaped the worst of the issues. … [Read more...] about The FAA Ground Stop in Hawaii
Outstanding Soba at Kamonegi Seattle
During our first day in Seattle, we did a lot of repeat stuff I'm not going to cover here, such as revisiting the Starbucks Reserve Roastery. However, that night, we did make it out to Kamonegi Seattle for an outstanding modern Japanese dinner. … [Read more...] about Outstanding Soba at Kamonegi Seattle
My 2023 Card Strategy
As has been the case over the past few years, my overall collection of credit cards continues to decline. I don't think that trend will continue this year, as the mix of cards in my wallet should hold steady, but my spending strategy will be different this year. So let's cover my 2023 card strategy. … [Read more...] about My 2023 Card Strategy