If you're visiting one of Hawaii's National Parks this year, know that two Hawaii National Parks increased their entry fees on New Year's Day. … [Read more...] about Hawaii National Parks Increased Their Entry Fees
Island Miler
Hotel Review: Alohilani Resort – Waikiki
As I mentioned in my 2019 Honolulu Marathon introduction post, I chose to book away from the big hotel chains this year and stay at the Alohilani Resort. And, despite a few bumps, I was pleasantly surprised. … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Alohilani Resort – Waikiki
Southwest Flight 1470 Kona – Honolulu
For our flight back to Oahu, we flew Southwest Flight 1470. And while both flights were mostly the same, the ground experience was, well, drastically different. Not in a good way either, might I add. … [Read more...] about Southwest Flight 1470 Kona – Honolulu
Merry Christmas from Hawaii 2019
Well, another year has come and gone. So, I'd like to wish you all a Merry Christmas from Hawaii 2019. Believe it or not, we're actually having "winter weather" here in the form of Hawaiian snow (rain). … [Read more...] about Merry Christmas from Hawaii 2019
Revisiting the Museum of Flight Seattle
As I said in my intro post, my recent visit to Seattle was to complete my grandfather's aviation adventures there. So, revisiting the Museum of Flight Seattle was a priority, as he had never been there. … [Read more...] about Revisiting the Museum of Flight Seattle
Honolulu Airport Concession Workers Are on Strike
The Honolulu Airport concession workers are on strike, shutting down virtually all food and beverage vendors at the airport during one of the busiest travel times of the year. … [Read more...] about Honolulu Airport Concession Workers Are on Strike
2019 In-Flight Food Nutrition Ratings
The Diet Detective does an annual study on the healthfulness of airline catering. And, in its 2019 in-flight food nutrition ratings, Alaska Airline scored among the best, while Hawaiian came in near the bottom. … [Read more...] about 2019 In-Flight Food Nutrition Ratings
The Maui Sugar Cane Train is in Trouble Again
Not long ago, the Sugar Cane Train made a rather ominous statement. And now, it's confirmed that the Maui Sugar Cane Train is in trouble again. Plus, we now know why and what the owners are doing to try to save it. … [Read more...] about The Maui Sugar Cane Train is in Trouble Again
The World of Hyatt is Devaluing Again
Undoubtedly, all of you have already know that the World of Hyatt is devaluing again. But if you don't, let's briefly go over what's changed and what I think of those changes. … [Read more...] about The World of Hyatt is Devaluing Again
Why I Got the Amex Hilton Honors Surpass
I've had the Amex Hilton Honors card for a little while now, since it was good enough for me at the time of application. But, recently I decided to get another Amex Hilton card. So here's why I got the Amex Hilton Honors Surpass card. … [Read more...] about Why I Got the Amex Hilton Honors Surpass