While in Portland, the site my grandparents and mom wanted to see most was the Portland Japanese Garden. It's a popular attraction within the larger Washington Park, which sits above downtown Portland. … [Read more...] about Review: Portland Japanese Garden
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My 2020 Loyalty Program Statuses
New Year's can be an especially nerve-racking time for people in our hobby. After all, it's the time of year when the slate is wiped clean and we begin anew. So, here are my 2020 loyalty program statuses. … [Read more...] about My 2020 Loyalty Program Statuses
Hilton Hotel Coming to Honolulu Airport
While news of a new Marriott Vacation Club in Waikiki caught me off-guard. But news yesterday of a new Hilton hotel coming to Honolulu Airport surprised the hell out of me! … [Read more...] about Hilton Hotel Coming to Honolulu Airport
Restaurant Review: Canard PDX
On our first full day in Portland, we did your typical sightseeing things. For lunch, though, we popped into Canard PDX in Portland's Lower Burnside. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: Canard PDX
Chase and Tock are Expanding Their Partnership
Restaurant booking platform, Tock, has had a loose relationship with Chase for a while now. But, word has it that Chase and Tock are expanding their partnership, giving Ultimate Rewards customers even more options. … [Read more...] about Chase and Tock are Expanding Their Partnership
Hawaiian Air Saw Net Income Decline in 2019
Hawaii's air travel market saw a major shakeup last year. And, as a result of the increased competitive pressures, Hawaiian Air saw a net income decline in 2019. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Saw Net Income Decline in 2019
Hawaii Saw More Than 10 Million Visitors Last Year
For the first time ever, Hawaii saw more than 10 million visitors last year. And while more visitors are usually a good thing for a tourism economy, in this case, things aren't so black and white. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Saw More Than 10 Million Visitors Last Year
Double-Check Your Marriott Bonvoy Award Reservations
Over a year and a half since Marriott undertook its massive integration with Starwood's system, problems continue to persist. So, double-check your Marriott Bonvoy award reservations for any funny business. … [Read more...] about Double-Check Your Marriott Bonvoy Award Reservations
Credit Score Scoring Model Changes are Coming Soon
Heads up! Fair Issac Corporation (FICO) is changing things up. And, as a result, credit score scoring model changes are coming soon. Which also means your credit score could go up, but it could also go down. … [Read more...] about Credit Score Scoring Model Changes are Coming Soon
Southwest Allegedly Received Special Treatment
Yesterday, news broke that Southwest allegedly received special treatment from the FAA during the validation of its Hawaii flights. That's not the kind of allegation the FAA needs right now after the 737 MAX debacle. … [Read more...] about Southwest Allegedly Received Special Treatment