During our first full day in San Francisco, we left the car at the hotel and decided to get around using the San Francisco Municipal Railway Cable Cars. Is it a touristy thing to do? You bet. But it was an interesting experience. … [Read more...] about San Francisco Municipal Railway Cable Cars
Island Miler
Rich Table SFO – Casualized Fine Dining
After settling into the JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square, we headed out to our first dinner in the city. And for our first dinner, I chose the One Michelin Star Rich Table for an intriguing dining experience. … [Read more...] about Rich Table SFO – Casualized Fine Dining
Hawaiian Airlines Should Consider the A321XLR
Airbus recently replaced a potential replacement for the Boeing 757. And with Hawaiian's current competitive environment, I think Hawaiian Airlines should consider the A321XLR. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Should Consider the A321XLR
Hawaiian Objects the DOT’s Decision
Remember how the DOT recently awarded Hawaiian Airlines one additional Haneda slot? Yeah, they aren't too happy about that, so Hawaiian objects the DOT's decision. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Objects the DOT’s Decision
Remembering Anthony Bourdain
A little over a year ago, Anthony Bourdain tragically took his own life while filming an episode of Parts Unknown in France. So, today, on what would've been his 63rd birthday, we celebrate him. I'm doing so by remembering Anthony Bourdain and his impact on my life. … [Read more...] about Remembering Anthony Bourdain
Hawaii Airline Catering Workers Vote to Strike
Hawaii Airline catering workers vote to strike, though a strike is not yet imminent. Also, ultra-low-cost carrier, Frontier Airlines is considering launching service to Hawaii from its hub in Denver. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Airline Catering Workers Vote to Strike
Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendants to Picket
Heads up! Hawaiian Airlines flight attendants to picket at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport this week Wednesday in protest of their protracted contract negotiations. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendants to Picket
New Access Rules for Haena State Park & Napali Coast
Last year, torrential flooding forced the closure of two popular parks on Kauai. And now those two parks are re-opening, but with access rules. So let's talk about the new access rules for Haena State Park and Napali Coast. … [Read more...] about New Access Rules for Haena State Park & Napali Coast
Review: Fort Ruger Market Poke Bowls
I've been on a bit of a poke bowl bender lately. And while I like frequenting my regular spots, I do like discovering new places too. So, this past weekend, I decided to give Fort Ruger Market poke bowls a try. … [Read more...] about Review: Fort Ruger Market Poke Bowls
Chaos at the Daniel K Inouye International Airport
Yesterday, a relatively minor incident at the security checkpoint coupled with misinformation created chaos at the Daniel K Inouye International Airport. How bad were things? The terminal closed for nearly four hours. … [Read more...] about Chaos at the Daniel K Inouye International Airport