While the Westin Hapuna is a large, gorgeous property, it lacks variety when it comes to dining. In fact, the Ikena Landing Breakfast is the only breakfast service available aside from room service. … [Read more...] about Ikena Landing Breakfast at the Westin Hapuna
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Four Seasons Koele Re-Opens as a Sensei Retreat
After years of being closed, Lanai's former The Lodge at Koele is back. But the Four Seasons Koele re-opens as a Sensei Retreat with a new focus on wellness. … [Read more...] about Four Seasons Koele Re-Opens as a Sensei Retreat
Review: Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
For my recent anniversary trip to the Big Island, I decided to stay at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort. After all, it's a newly renovated property that offers an excellent points redemption opportunity. … [Read more...] about Review: Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
So Much for Redeeming at Hyatt Centric Waikiki
I have a BIG problem with Hyatt; it can be damn near impossible to redeem points and certificates with them. And, now, another change has me saying so much for redeeming at Hyatt Centric Waikiki. … [Read more...] about So Much for Redeeming at Hyatt Centric Waikiki
MGM Resorts is Making Big Changes
What's going on? There are a couple of rumors and a formal statement about MGM Resorts making big changes. Let's go over what we know so far. … [Read more...] about MGM Resorts is Making Big Changes
Beware of Hotel Fire Alarm Robberies
A recent string of hotel arsons in Waikiki left officials perplexed. However, break-ins during the arsons made things clear and uncovered an alarming (sorry) trend. So beware of hotel fire alarm robberies during your next stay. … [Read more...] about Beware of Hotel Fire Alarm Robberies
Hawaii’s First AC Hotel is Coming to Maui
Marriott operates Marriott, Courtyard, Ritz-Carlton, Residence Inn, Sheraton, Westin, Luxury Collection, Marriott Vacations Club, and Autograph properties in Hawaii. But, now, Hawaii's first AC Hotel is coming to Maui soon. … [Read more...] about Hawaii’s First AC Hotel is Coming to Maui
Marriott Bonvoy is a Broken Mess
If you stay with Marriott even occasionally, you probably already know that Marriott Bonvoy is a broken mess. And that's embarrassing given that their merger integration happened nearly a year ago now. … [Read more...] about Marriott Bonvoy is a Broken Mess
Potential Tax Hike Targeting Honolulu Hotels
The City & County of Honolulu needs more operating money, but raising taxes on residents is hard. So the solution could be indirectly taxiing visitors via a potential tax hike targeting Honolulu hotels. … [Read more...] about Potential Tax Hike Targeting Honolulu Hotels
Atrio Spa at the Las Alcobas Napa Valley
Ahead of our highly anticipated celebratory dinner in Napa, I decided to take the pampering up a notch by scheduling a spa day. Thankfully, I didn't have to look far and booked our day at the Atrio Spa at the Las Alcobas Napa Valley. … [Read more...] about Atrio Spa at the Las Alcobas Napa Valley