That's right. According to Hawaii's Lieutenant Governor Josh Green, Hawaii may reopen to tourism in July. However, this reopening won't be a free-for-all. There are plans in the works to mitigate risks to island residents. … [Read more...] about Hawaii May Reopen to Tourism in July
Add Some Island Flair to Your Face Coverings
It looks like we're going to have to wear masks in public for the foreseeable future. So, why not add some island flair to your face coverings? I certainly have since some of my favorite local vendors began offering them! … [Read more...] about Add Some Island Flair to Your Face Coverings
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is Raising its Fees
As Las Vegas begins to move towards reopening and welcoming guests back, one property is taking a peculiar stance - The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is raising its fees. And that doesn't make a lot of sense to me. … [Read more...] about The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is Raising its Fees
Mauna Loa No Longer Largest Shield Volcano
During a recent study, the University of Hawaii determined that Mauna Loa is no longer the largest shield volcano on the planet. That title now goes to another unlikely volcano in the Hawaiian Islands. Can you guess which it is? … [Read more...] about Mauna Loa No Longer Largest Shield Volcano
Hawaii is Doing What it Needs to Do
Over the past week, there have been a lot of discussions surrounding Hawaii's response to COVID-19. And, many have been disheartening. But, know that Hawaii is doing what it needs to do. … [Read more...] about Hawaii is Doing What it Needs to Do
Zippy’s Delays Las Vegas Restaurant Opening
Dear Las Vegas friends and family. You'll have to wait a little bit longer for your favorite grindz, such as Apple Napples. Thanks to the pandemic, Zippy's delays Las Vegas restaurant opening. … [Read more...] about Zippy’s Delays Las Vegas Restaurant Opening
Review: Alaska Air 851 SEA-HNL
Finally, the last installment of my trip report from over a century ago in April 2019, my flight home. And, as regular readers will know, I fly Alaska. This time, that flight was Alaska Air 851 SEA-HNL. … [Read more...] about Review: Alaska Air 851 SEA-HNL
Most Hawaii Hotels Begin Issuing One-Time Use Keys
Last week, Hawaii lawmakers threw out some interesting quarantine enforcement ideas. Well, it appears one of those ideas is being implemented as most Hawaii hotels begin issuing one-time use keys. … [Read more...] about Most Hawaii Hotels Begin Issuing One-Time Use Keys
Hawaii Lawmakers Grapple with Visitor Violations
As far as we can tell, Hawaii has flattened the curve. So, the risk for us, now, primarily comes from outsiders. As a result, Hawaii lawmakers grapple with visitor violations of quarantine rules and how to stop them. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Lawmakers Grapple with Visitor Violations
Hawaiian FAs Approve New Contract, But…
With all the travel doom and gloom these days, there's some good news to report! Hawaiian FAs approve a new contract! Hooray! Despite this, things at Hawaiian aren't looking so good as the Airline struggles to hang on. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian FAs Approve New Contract, But…