HawaiianMiles aren't my favorite reward currency, but with the prospect of them turning into Alaska Mileage Plan miles, stockpiling them now isn't a bad idea. So if you're able to, you should take the opportunity to earn 70k HawaiianMiles now to be able to put them to better use in the future. … [Read more...] about Earn 70k HawaiianMiles!
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The DOJ Will Decide on the AS-HA Merger by August
It's hard to believe that five months have passed since Alaska Airlines announced that they were going to acquire Hawaiian Airlines. Two months later, Hawaiian shareholders accepted. Now, we're just waiting for their anti-trust review, and we now know the DOJ will decide on the AS-HA merger by August. … [Read more...] about The DOJ Will Decide on the AS-HA Merger by August
Hawaiian is Having Bad Luck
Hawaiian Airlines has been in a bad place ever since the world slammed shut and travel evaporated back in March 2020. Despite travel coming roaring back, they still remained in the red, though numerous incidents haven't helped. Another two this past month alone leads me to believe that Hawaiian is having bad luck. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian is Having Bad Luck
Review: Southwest 851 Hilo to Honolulu
Oh boy! I've been working on this trip report for nearly a year now! Alas, it's time to wrap it up with a review of my flight home: Southwest 851 Hilo to Honolulu. … [Read more...] about Review: Southwest 851 Hilo to Honolulu
Hawaiian A330s Will Not Get Leihoku Suites
With its shiny new Boeing 787-9s finally taking operating revenue flights, the question I know many people had on their minds now is what will happen to the other long-haul aircraft's premium cabin? Unfortunately, the Hawaiian A330s will not get Leihōkū Suites. Most likely not, anyway. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian A330s Will Not Get Leihoku Suites
Is Southwest Cash and Points Worth It?
Recently, Southwest Airlines gave us the ability to combine cash and points to pay for flights. But unlike some hotels' schemes, Southwest's system is a bit inflexible. As such, is Southwest cash and points worth it? Let's dig in and find out. … [Read more...] about Is Southwest Cash and Points Worth It?
United Guts First Class Partner Awards
Unfortunately, in the world of points and miles, the only sure thing is that our balances will lose value over time. However, sometimes these devaluations are worse than normal. This was the case recently as United guts first class partner awards. … [Read more...] about United Guts First Class Partner Awards
Enter to Win 200k HawaiianMiles!
May Day is Lei Day in Hawai'i Nei, and as has been the case for years now, Hawaiian Airlines is running a sweepstakes! However, this time you can enter to win 200k HawaiianMiles if you live almost anywhere Hawaiian flies! Moreover, each entry region will have multiple grand prize winners! … [Read more...] about Enter to Win 200k HawaiianMiles!
Hawaiian Air Q1 2024 Financial Results
For the past several years, Hawaii's hometown airline has been losing money - a trend that isn't likely to change anytime soon - and was readily apparent in the Hawaiian Air Q1 2024 financial results. However, we did learn some interesting bits of info during their earnings call. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Q1 2024 Financial Results
Hawaiian Has Paused Its 717 Replacement Study
The other week, the incredible Sam Chui hopped aboard Hawaiian's inaugural SFO-HNL Boeing 787 flight. There were several surprises in his video and companion write up, including the fact that Hawaiian has paused its 717 replacement study. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Has Paused Its 717 Replacement Study