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
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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
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
Silvercar is Adding Another Fee
Since Audi purchased Silvercar, I feared the worst. And a recent quiet change to the fuel surcharge heightened that. Now it appears as if Silvercar is adding another fee, all but confirming my fears. … [Read more...] about Silvercar is Adding Another Fee
Scuba Diving in the Maldives
Mrs. J took two years off from diving. However, she dusted off the old GoPro for some scuba diving in the Maldives. While she opted out of the shark dive at the Equator, she enjoyed a dive on a reef shelf and one in a coral garden. Here are a couple of her GoPro Hero 4 photos from the dive at the Park Hyatt Maldives Hadadaa. Scuba Diving … [Read more...] about Scuba Diving in the Maldives
Ritz-Carlton Residence Waikiki Joins Marriott Rewards
The Ritz-Carlton Residence Waikiki Beach opened two years ago with the completion of the Ewa Tower. And now, the property is getting ready to open their second and final phase, the Diamond Head Tower. But, in even better news, the Ritz-Carlton Residence Waikiki joins Marriott Rewards, adding another option for members on Oahu. … [Read more...] about Ritz-Carlton Residence Waikiki Joins Marriott Rewards
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
