With the new Chase Freedom Flex coming to us as a World Elite Mastercard, I thought I'd go over some its benefits. So, today, I'm covering the Mastercard Luxury Hotels & Resorts collection. … [Read more...] about Mastercard Luxury Hotels & Resorts
United Announces Two New Hawaii Routes for 2021
Despite continued uncertainty caused by the current global pandemic, United announces two new Hawaii routes for 2021. Is that being a bit optimistic? Perhaps. But, it'll definitely put more pressure on competitors. … [Read more...] about United Announces Two New Hawaii Routes for 2021
Oahu Lockdown 2.0 Has Been Extended
Oahu was supposed to return to limited reopening on Thursday. However, numbers remained consistently above 200 over the past two weeks so Oahu lockdown 2.0 has been extended for an additional two weeks - with modifications. … [Read more...] about Oahu Lockdown 2.0 Has Been Extended
Hawaiian Says Aloha to Change Fees
Following the footsteps of the four larger legacy US carriers, Hawaiian says aloha to change fees too. But, Hawaiian is, by far, being the most generous in terms of the number of routes covered under this policy change. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Says Aloha to Change Fees
The Big Island is Closing Beaches and Coastline Parks
Though Oahu is, by far, the epicenter for COVID in Hawaii, Hawaii County is experiencing a surge of its own. As a result, the Big Island is closing beaches and coastline parks ahead of the Labor Day weekend to help contain the spread. … [Read more...] about The Big Island is Closing Beaches and Coastline Parks
Portland State University Farmers Market
On day two of our long weekend in Portland, our only full, free day during this trip, we decided to check out the Portland State University Farmers Market. After all, that's what you do in Portland, right? … [Read more...] about Portland State University Farmers Market
Sushi Sho Waikiki – The World’s Most Unique Sushi
Sushi is pervasive today. But, as you might imagine, all sushi isn't created equally. Much like pizza, you have utility-grade sushi to artisan-grade. Sushi Sho Waikiki is of the artisan variety but is SO much more. … [Read more...] about Sushi Sho Waikiki – The World’s Most Unique Sushi
Oahu Reinstates Lockdowns + Uses Quarantine Hotels
Yesterday, Mayor Kirk Caldwell, Governor David Ige, and Lt. Governor Josh Green were joined by Surgeon General Jerome Adams. The purpose? To announce surge testing efforts as Oahu reinstates lockdowns. … [Read more...] about Oahu Reinstates Lockdowns + Uses Quarantine Hotels
If Hawaii Opens Will Tourists Return?
The U.S. is still leading the world in the number of COVID-19 cases and deaths. Demand for travel is still at historic lows. So, it begs the questions - if Hawaii opens will tourists return? … [Read more...] about If Hawaii Opens Will Tourists Return?
Maui and Kauai Considers Resort Bubbles
With Hawaii's quarantine now in effect until at least October 1, Maui and Kauai considers resort bubbles. Such a concept solves a lot of problems we're currently experiencing. But, will visitors go for it? … [Read more...] about Maui and Kauai Considers Resort Bubbles