Last November, I ventured away from Hawai'i for the first time in three years. This hastily planned trip was used to burn my Southwest Rapid Rewards points in the face of upcoming changes. But, for hotels, I redeemed points, too, to keep costs down. The first hotel of this trip ended up being the 1 Hotel SF booked via Chase The Edit. … [Read more...] about Review: 1 Hotel SF – a Chase “The Edit” Stay
Luxury Travel
Hotel Review: Westin Moana Surfrider
For my birthday this year, I decided to book us a stay at the Westin Moana Surfrider. Why? Because I've wanted to check this property out for a while now, and I found some amazing kama'aina rates. My recent experience at the Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, helped pique my curiosity as well. … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Westin Moana Surfrider
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
An Amazing Experience at Atelier Crenn
So, dining at The French Laundry was the primary goal while we were in NorCal. But, since we were going to be in San Francisco, and reservations were available, why not have an amazing experience at Atelier Crenn too? … [Read more...] about An Amazing Experience at Atelier Crenn
The French Laundry Experience
After our blissful in-room breakfast, our pampering session at Atrio Spa, and our brief visit to Beringer Vineyard, it was finally time for the moment we've been waiting for; The French Laundry Experience. … [Read more...] about The French Laundry Experience
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
Booking The French Laundry the “Easy” Way
Later this year, Mrs. Island Miler and I are traveling to Northern California for a wedding. But it also happens to be her birthday, so I've decided to turn this trip into a round birthday for her. And part of this, of course, means securing some fantastic dining, which is easier said than done. So here's my story on booking The French Laundry. … [Read more...] about Booking The French Laundry the “Easy” Way
Review: Rose Rabbit Lie at the Cosmopolitan Las Vegas
When in Vegas, you have to have some excess, right? And this time around I decided to splurge at the Cosmopolitan's Rose Rabbit Lie. … [Read more...] about Review: Rose Rabbit Lie at the Cosmopolitan Las Vegas
Alaska Air Seattle Lounges Leaving Priority Pass
The Alaska Air Seattle lounges leaving Priority Pass was inevitable. With never-ending crowding issues, even during my last visit two years ago, it was only a matter of time. But, there are other options at SEA. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Seattle Lounges Leaving Priority Pass
Review: Sage at Aria Las Vegas
As I said in my Las Vegas 2018 Introductory post, I wanted to try something new this time. And that new restaurant ended up being Sage at Aria Las Vegas. … [Read more...] about Review: Sage at Aria Las Vegas