There's no secret that Hawaii isn't doing well in its fight against COVID-19. But, if you look around, you'd think that everything was mostly back to normal. So, thanks to this and to Hawaii's dire situation, a large gathering ban is going into effect on Oahu. … [Read more...] about Large Gathering Ban Going into Effect on Oahu
Hawaiian Air to Assist With Afghan Evacuations
I'm sure we're all aware of the humanitarian crisis taking place in Afghanistan. The entire situation is tragic, for sure. And, for the most part, the US Air Force is handling evacuation flights. However, they're getting some help, and Hawaiian Air is to assist with Afghan evacuations. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air to Assist With Afghan Evacuations
Say Farewell to the Disney FastPass
For years, now, visitors to Disneyland and Walt Disney World could cut their wait times by using their FastPass system. However, it's time to say farewell to the Disney FastPass system, as the House of Mouse works to bring a new system online. Unfortunately, this also marks the end of a free option. … [Read more...] about Say Farewell to the Disney FastPass
Review: Milk Bar Ice Cream Pints
Not being able to travel during the pandemic meant not being able to get my annual Milk Bar fix. But, thanks to their new Milk Bar Ice Cream pints, I could finally get their ice cream at home. So, how does it compare to their in-store soft serve? Let's discuss. … [Read more...] about Review: Milk Bar Ice Cream Pints
Airline Mask Mandate Extending Through January
When President Joe Biden took office earlier this year, he implemented a mask mandate for airlines and airports, among other forms of transportation. But, with the pandemic surging back with a vengeance, the airline mask mandate is extending through January. … [Read more...] about Airline Mask Mandate Extending Through January
Floridians Try to Dupe Hawaii Safe Travels- Fail Miserably
People can be incredibly stupid. Case in point, a recent incident in which Floridians try to dupe Hawaii Safe Travels and failed at it miserably. And the reason why they failed couldn't be better. But, hey, their plan worked for a little while. … [Read more...] about Floridians Try to Dupe Hawaii Safe Travels- Fail Miserably
Flying Honus Temporarily Returned to Honolulu
Earlier this week, the AvGeek community here on Oahu was abuzz thanks to the appearance of an ANA A380. But don't expect to see them again any time soon, as the flying honus temporarily returned to Honolulu for undisclosed reasons. … [Read more...] about Flying Honus Temporarily Returned to Honolulu
Half-Hearted Sapphire Enhancements On the Way
When the Chase Sapphire cards came out, they were revolutionary products. But, in the years since, other products have launched, while others got refreshes that gave the Sapphire duo a run for their money. Sadly, Chase hasn't done much to keep them competitive. In fact, half-hearted Sapphire enhancements are on the way soon. … [Read more...] about Half-Hearted Sapphire Enhancements On the Way
Hawaii Tightens Capacity Restrictions Once Again
The Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus is wreaking havoc here in Hawaii. Currently, the islands are experiencing the worst surge we've seen since the start of the pandemic. As a result, Hawaii tightens capacity restrictions once again in an effort to slow the spread. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Tightens Capacity Restrictions Once Again
What Domestic Airline Has the Best Catering to Hawaii?
Recently, Matt over at Live and Let's Fly reported on United's updated Hawaii economy class catering. That got me thinking - what domestic airline has the best catering to Hawaii? Let's compare and contrast. … [Read more...] about What Domestic Airline Has the Best Catering to Hawaii?