The Marriott strike continues on in select markets, while it has ended in others. Plus, the former St. Regis Princeville's future is beginning to take shape as Starwood Capital finally confirms certain details of their new Princeville resort. … [Read more...] about Marriott Strike Continues On + Princeville Resort Update
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Turtle Bay Resort is Set for a Major Expansion
Acquired earlier this year by Blackstone, Oahu's Turtle Bay Resort is set for a major expansion. This expansion project will dramatically increase the resort's room count, though it isn't as large as one proposed years earlier. … [Read more...] about Turtle Bay Resort is Set for a Major Expansion
St Regis Princeville is Leaving Marriott + Strike Update 3
Last week Friday I reported on the confirmed sale of the St. Regis Princeville. However, a reader left a comment with additional information. And thanks to this info, we now know that the St Regis Princeville is leaving Marriott. I also have an update on the Marriott Hawaii strike. … [Read more...] about St Regis Princeville is Leaving Marriott + Strike Update 3
Starwood Capital Confirmed as Buyer of the St Regis Princeville
At the end of July, I reported on the supposed sale of the St. Regis Princeville. However, at the time, neither of the parties involved would confirm the sale. But, now Starwood Capital confirmed as buyer of the St Regis Princeville. … [Read more...] about Starwood Capital Confirmed as Buyer of the St Regis Princeville
Marriott Hawaii Hotel Worker Strike Update 2
I've got some encouraging news with this Marriott Hawaii hotel worker strike update 2. Officials with Unite Here! Local 5, Marriott, and Kyo-ya Hotels and Resorts are going to meet. … [Read more...] about Marriott Hawaii Hotel Worker Strike Update 2
Hawaii Marriott Strike Update and Impacts
On October 8, 2,700 Marriott employees in Hawaii walked off the job. They joined other Marriott employees across the country demanding more pay and job security. And while the impacted hotels continue to be open, things aren't business as usual. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Marriott Strike Update and Impacts
Review: The Hideout Waikiki Brunch
As you may recall, my last stay at The Laylow Waikiki was a disappointing one. But you know what didn't disappoint? Dining at The Laylow's signature restaurant, which is always a pleasure. And now, The Hideout Waikiki brunch service, which started just a few months ago, is one of my top picks on Oahu. … [Read more...] about Review: The Hideout Waikiki Brunch
Marriott Hawaii Employees Go on Strike
First came Boston, then came San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland, San Diego, and Detroit. And now, Marriott Hawaii employees go on strike too. … [Read more...] about Marriott Hawaii Employees Go on Strike
The Laylow Waikiki – One Year Later
The Laylow Waikiki opened last May, and since it was a hotel I was following closely, I ended up staying there soon after opening. But much can change in the first year of a hotel's operations. As a result, I thought it prudent to do a The Laylow Waikiki - one year later review. … [Read more...] about The Laylow Waikiki – One Year Later
Mandarin Oriental Leaves Vegas, Returns to Hawaii
Luxury hotelier Mandarin Oriental has many properties around the world, but its footprint in the U.S. is limited; especially now as the Mandarin Oriental leaves Vegas. But that could change soon, as the company is making a return to Hawaii soon. … [Read more...] about Mandarin Oriental Leaves Vegas, Returns to Hawaii